“It is with sadness and great regret that we advise of the passing of our valued colleague and team mate Stevan Hobson.
Steve passed away suddenly yesterday morning Wednesday 11th January 2023.
All of his friends at Lerch Bates Inc. will miss him, his professionalism, enthusiasm, sense of humour and support.
Our sincere condolences to Jackie and family at this time.”
-Stephen Fall, Managing Director Lerch Bates Europe Ltd.

Tributes to Steve have been shared across the industry, some of which are included below:

“I have just seen this tragic news.
I knew Steve from his early days at Schindler and he became a great friend and colleague and sometimes a client!
There is nothing I can say to make things any easier for Steve's wife, son and family.
Steve will be missed by everyone who knew him.” - John Bradshaw

“Can’t explain how gutted I was to see this post. I spoke with Steve last week about meeting for a coffee in the coming weeks as an ex colleague, a friend, a father and true gentlemen. You will be sorely missed by everyone who’s had the pleasure of knowing you. Love to all the family, friends and colleagues.” - Darran Zajac

“A great shock, Steve was a genuine, warm, knowledgeable and humorous colleague and will be sadly missed by all that knew him.” - Steve Brown

You can read all the tributes here.