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Stephen Brown Obituary
Steve took great pride and joy in his work as founder and director of SE10 Creative PR agency. He was a great lover of books, music, vintage clothes, furniture and traveling throughout the world. Steve was a native son of England and proud citizen of the U.S. He had a true love for his family, friends and his work, he will be deeply missed by all.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 23, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Feerick Funeral Home with a prayer service at 7:30. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, at 11:00 AM, at All Saint's Cathedral, 818 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee. Interment at Wauwatosa Cemetery will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Stephen's name may be made to the Medical College of Wisconsin, Office of Development, 8701 Watertown Plank Rd., PO Box 26509, Milwaukee, 53226-0509.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jackie Brown
March 16, 2020
Ste,
So many things in the world have gone on
Some good some bad all since you've gone
14 yrs have passed since I said my good byes
I kissed your forehead, held your hand, tears in my eyes
My heart then sunk to a depth I'd not known
As I walked out that room to leave for home
I knew the next day a breath you would not breathe
I knew that night God would take my Steve
Time is a great healer, but the pain forever there
For I grow old alone my brother no where
We can not reminisce laugh and joke
Of things we did as kids or becoming old folk
I talk of you often, proud of who you became
Your my big brother and the respect you gained
So never wait or leave things too long
Our Time can be cut short, it's just so wrong
Cherish love respect your family at all cost
its true you do not know until you have lost
God bless you Steve,
forever in our hearts
Forever young X
Jackie Brown
March 13, 2019
So, on Saturday it will be 13 yrs since we lost you.. I just cant believe it. But this year, you have mum with you.... I know you will be looking after her for us taking care and making her smile. Young Ray is growing into a fine young man and Lewis is doing me proud, a father again to another girl.. Dad is doing ok, he does struggle since losing mum, but Im keeping him strong. We miss you so much... we talk about you so much. All my love xxx
Eric Beaumont
March 13, 2019
You've been gone so long, and still I can see your beautiful smile so clearly. How I wish you and Bobby were still spinning rhythm & blues and bluebeat records at the Nomad.
Jackie Brown
November 30, 2016
Today you would have reached your 50th birthday. A milestone we can not celebrate. So much you have missed.. your son growing into a fine young man, and so much like you.. your nephew becoming a father and you a great uncle.. we've all seen signs your around,, crazy little things that you send by us.. I talk to you often, and still miss you greatly.. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Ste.. with all my love .. we all still miss you so much xxxx
Jackie
September 12, 2012
Im going to be a granny , a little earlier than i had imagine but you'll have been a great uncle. . . And a little girl. She is due the day before your birthday. . I wish so much you would have held her. . . But i know you will look after her. . God bless you Ste . Missing you
Tom Cioni
September 10, 2012
Time passes, and things move on, but then sometimes, it feels like it did then and it's hard. Missing Steve. His professionalism, his humor, his inspiration and his pep talks.
Eric Beaumont
June 18, 2012
Steven, you are on my mind always, especially when I hear Vince Taylor sing.
Jackie
June 17, 2012
Wish you were here, miss talking to you so much. I does get easier, but missing you does not... I just want to hear your voice again.x.x.x.x.
Jackie Brown
December 7, 2010
Years pass, but never a moment forgotten. Thankyou for watching over me and getting me through my operation. I know you were there, i know you were keeping me safe. Love you and miss you so much.
Jackie.x.x.x.
Eric Beaumont
December 5, 2010
I miss you as ever.
December 2, 2010
Happy Birthday Ste, miss you so much
Mum & Dad
May 2, 2010
Thinking of you everyday, miss you so much still after 4 years,
your loving Mum & Dad
Val & Ray Brown Rugby England
Eric Beaumont
March 23, 2010
I too think about you all the time, Stephen.
Mike Manges
March 22, 2010
Hi Steve, hard to believe it's been four years already. Still think about you a lot, pal. Your buddy, Mike
Jackie Brown
December 2, 2009
Happy Birthday Ste,
A tear in my eye, my heart and my life misses you still, so much.
I have no grave to visit, so this is my connection. Watch over us, and help to guide us.
Loving you eternally
Jack.x.x.
Jackie Brown
March 16, 2009
Tonight my brother, I will raise a glass, and im sure a tear will be shed. Your in my heart and in my head.
Still missing you
Never forgetting you
Jack
Ben Shaw
March 27, 2008
We've been thinking and talking a lot about Steve here at SE10 too. In fact we were out with Manitowoc last night and as we toasted the evening we remembered to raise a glass to Steve as well. He may be gone two years but his philosophies and ideas live on. He is gone, but certainly never forgotten.
Eric Beaumont
March 26, 2008
I still think of Stephen all the time.
Guy Peterson
March 24, 2008
Reading all of the past entries brought a smile - knowing that Steve had a very good life. It was way too short, but judging by his friends, it was full in so many other ways.
I'll have a small Scotch tonight for you my friend!
Jackie Brown
March 13, 2008
I hadnt realised that Lewis had written a message. Just proves, never forgotten. But true, this time two yrs ago we were all in America. Seems strange writing on here, but sometimes it seems as tho its all i have. I took for granted we would grow old and have each other till we retire.. now, i grow old without you.This year, i will be 40, Its just not right Ste, that I should have made that milestone and you not. I just wish I had my big brother back, for you, your smile, your wisdom and your lectures. How i miss you so much. God Bless you Ste, I love you.
lewis brothwell
March 8, 2008
hello uncle ste its lewis. i think of you all the time. i often cry myself to sleep thinking of you and just wishing that u will come home.
well its 2 years today that we arrived in america to come and be with you. i love you so much. i will see you one day. R.I.P MY UNCLE STE XXXXX
This is Steve in Sep 2005 at a contract signing between SE10 and Manitowoc Crane Group. On the left is Manuel Meurant and on the right is Larry Bryce. Both are with Manitowoc Crane Group.
April 16, 2007
on behalf of Lewis
March 18, 2007
I just wanted to add this poem,my son Lewis put together for,Uncle Ste, he misses you terribly......
Since your gone, Ive been hurt, Life is like dirt.
Wishing you were here with us
But wishes dont always come true.
Seems like yesterday you gave me that bear,
Every step i make, i think of you, your amazing hair.
I often cry thinking of you said and did with me,
Cant think of what Mary and Ray are going thru right now.
Life cant always seem to be, words cant express what you mean to me.
Every single day, every time i pray, i will be missing you.
Memories give me the strength i need to keep your memory alive.
Kind of hard now your not around, your in Heaven, smiling down.
Everyone has a wish,
maybe to wish they had a sports car.
Mine would be to bring you back into this world..
Your only gone cos God wanted you for a good reason.
Till the day we meet again
Wondering if he will let me in like he did 2 you.
R.I.P. Stephen Brown.
Jackie Brown
March 18, 2007
Well, a year has now passed, sometimes it seems to have gone too quick. We have passed all the first anniversarys and how hard has that been. Im sure there were many glasses raised, a tear or two shed, i did, Mum and Dad did.
Not a day goes by I dont think of you Ste, in my head i talk to you often and always will.
My thoughts to Mary and Ray, at an especially difficult time.XX
God bless you Ste, missing you so much
Leslie Waltz
March 16, 2007
I can't believe it's been a year already. Steve, we think of you and talk of you often. Your sense of humour still makes us smile.
Eric Beaumont
December 3, 2006
Missing you very much in Milwaukee.
Jackie Brown
November 29, 2006
In a couple of days, Ste would have been celebrating his 40th birthday, and we all would have been celebrating with him.
We should be chatting about the crazy things we got up to as kids, good or bad... The laughs we had..
I never did find out which one of us set fire to the top of the garden,, never will now...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY STE, missing you so much.Jackie.x.x.x
Daren Brayson
May 23, 2006
This guest book is truly a tribute to Steve. There are entries from all over the world, and it just shows that he touched peoples hearts whenever he met them. Steve was always smiling. Thats how I'll remember him.
Ashley Brayson
May 23, 2006
As has been said before, a really really nice guy. I'm just glad I knew him.
Steve on site - where he loved to be!
May 23, 2006
ROGER WHISTON
May 10, 2006
I worked with Stephens dad for many years and new how proued his was of this son, so an so srry for them both. As i lost my wife to the same problem amd they were ther for me.
Janet Watson (cousin)
May 1, 2006
I have just recently attended a memorial service in Rugby England in loving memory of Stephen. It was such a shock to all of us at losing Stephen so young. His friends spoke so highly of his life and style and my memories of him I will always treasure. It was so uncanny that we had a big cousin re-union at his family home in Rugby in September 2004 where we met Mary and little Ray, that day I will remember forever. Mary and Ray will always be in our thoughts. I am so proud to have been cousin to such a well loved, brave and courageous man
Guy Peterson
April 16, 2006
Steve always put those around him first and foremost. He could always make the decision to be kind rather than to be right - which is the mark of a truly good soul.
Others have written beautifully about his life and style. It's his truly good character that will always be my memory of Steve.
My thoughts this Easter are with Mary, Ray, and the rest of Steve's family.
Jill Edwards
April 11, 2006
I am deeply saddened to hear about Steve - and send my condolences to his family at this sad time. I worked with Steve for a couple of years in England, before he left for the States. As his sister has mentioned, it was his dream to go to the States and I am so pleased that he made such a success of it. He was a great person to work with -always humourous and quick-witted - an individual with an individual style to match! I know that myself and fellow colleague David Ebsworth will always remember him fondly.
Tim Wirtz
April 5, 2006
I worked with "editor" Steve when handling PR for a large construction company. A great guy-- fun, always had a smile. Steve, you will be missed.
John Jansen
April 4, 2006
I recently returned to town and was shocked and saddened to learn of Steve's death. My heart goes out to you, Mary, and to all of your relatives here and in England. I used to call Steve "Demolition Man" because he was the expert on writing about the technology of explosives, but I always said it with irony because I couldn't imagine a more gentle and loving person. Everyone who knew him is richer because of it.
Paul Marsden
April 4, 2006
To Mary and Ray. Sincere condolences from everybody at KHL, especially from those who worked with Steve. It was really good to see you both in the UK recently. Best wishes for the future.
Julie and Richard wood
March 31, 2006
Steve was full of character. Our deepest condolences from myself, Richard and our two little dual citizens Georgia and Louisa, to Steve's wife Mary, his son Ray, His Mum Valerie and Dad Raymond. Steve loved Ameriaca enough to live here and loved England enough never to leave it. I wish we had known him for longer. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to keep Little Ray in touch with his roots and support any of you in this terribly sad time. It was an honour to know Steve and to have met all of you. Steve was so well loved. What more can anyone ask!
Jan Hermansson
March 28, 2006
I was both shocked and very saddened when I received the message that Steve died. I have known Steve since he was working as editor for D&Ri and I have had regular contact with hime during his time at SE10. Steve was truly a great guy. He was honoust and had a wonderful sence of humour. I and all staff at PDi Magazine will miss him a lot. Our thoughts are in particular with his wife and little son.
Bobby Tanzilo
March 27, 2006
I was honored when Steve asked me to be his best man and even more so when he and Mary asked me to be Raymond's godfather. But I was nowhere near ready to walk Steve's last walk with him so soon and like all of you, I will miss his smile, his sardonic wit and his passion for his family, his music, his vintage clothes, his books and his FT every morning. Steve was like that ... not a disinterested observer in life, but a passionate participant. There didn't seem to be much he was lukewarm about. I hope all of you will do your best to ensure over the coming years that Raymond gets to know who his dad was and what he meant to his friends, family, co-workers and all that met him.
Ginny Finn
March 27, 2006
Dear Mary,
I've just returned from out of town to learn the very sad news about Steve. My heart goes out to you and Ray. It is no surprise that the online tributes to Steve are so numerous. I hope the prayers of many give you some comfort. xo Ginny
Jack Roberts
March 27, 2006
Ah, Steve... What a loss. What a warm, funny, caring and terrific human being. So many people will miss you so much. Those of us lucky enough to have known you and spent time with you will always remember the courage and your postive outlook you exuded to the end. And we will miss you always.
John Warner
March 27, 2006
My sincere condolences, on behalf of my family and myself, to Mary and Ray.
I new Steve from a baby and am delighted he grew into such a remarkable person. The testaments from his family, friends and associates speak volumes.
John Warner (Cousin)
jackie Brown
March 26, 2006
My Brother, Ste..
Wow!, all the tributes on here are amazing. I feel so very honoured and privilaged to have Ste as my brother.
Unlike my Ste, I am not very good with words, I think he got his creative writing for the both of us. The older we got, the more we grew closer, Ste was always on the end of the phone when I needed him. We would talk about things that went totally over my head, but now I can smile about it because all he was trying to do was teach me.
A lasting memory I have was when our much loved Aunty Mavis died. Ste was in the UK and for the first time in many years we cried together, hugged each other and held each other up. He was my big brother.
Ste was a superb brother, and an outstanding uncle. My son Lewis worshipped the ground he walked on and Ste played a great part in his life. I feel I have a huge hole in my heart now, an empty space. But I keep telling myself one thing, Not many people get to live their dreams. But my brother did. His dream from a child was to live in America. The success of his business was an added bonus to his life. Mary and Ray, a tremendous and so much loved addition to our family. We have aching hearts but wonderful memories.
Stephen lived his dream.xx
Audrey Skwierawski
March 24, 2006
Mary, I've walked many paths of life together with you, from high school to your lovely wedding to Steve and the joyful birth of Ray. It is my honor and privilege to walk with you down this most difficult path now. Steve's memory will always be alive in our hearts, and all our love goes out to you, both your families and Ray.
Jim and Lisa Dutcher
March 24, 2006
We feel very lucky to have known Steve. He will be missed. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Mary, little Ray and family. God be with you.
Beatrice Cardon
March 24, 2006
Dear Steve,
I'll remember your energy and drive, your fairness and the respect you showed for people around you.
I'll never forget how your face glowed when you announced you were going to have a child. I did not meet your family, but my heart aches at the thought of their loss.
You will take care of them, I know.
Nick Johnson
March 24, 2006
March 24, 2006
I am so very sorry to hear of Steve's untimely death.
I first met Steve when he was studying at Rycotewood College in Thame, UK and I was immediately impressed by his obvious interest in, and enthusiasm for, construction machines.
In his subsequent career in journalism and public relations he will be particularly remembered for his ability to 'Bridge the Atlantic' as he could report so knowledgeably on both construction plant and heavy equipment.
I will also personally remember him for his love of 1950s Britain and his attendance at 'Revival Weekends' in Caister, Norfolk.
My deepest sympathies to his family at this sad time.
Terry Warner
March 23, 2006
Stephen was my cousin and will be very sadly missed. He has fought a very brave battle against his illness and it doesn’t seem fair that he should be taken away from us at such a young age.
I last saw Stephen in October, last year, at his mum and dads house in Rugby, England and will fondly remember my last conversation with him, which as usual, was mainly about music and old records. He spoke very positively about his illness and showed great courage and determination by carrying on with his work and travels. Even when Stephen first became ill, he still carried on working and one can only be amazed at his courageous attitude to carry on with his work.
I am also so pleased that his mum and dad had a garden party in September 2004, where all of his family and friends met Mary and Little Ray for the first time. It was a very special day and it will always be a very poignant occasion that will never be forgotten.
Stephen will be a great loss to all who knew him.
Our thoughts and love are with Mary and little Ray, my Aunty Val and Uncle Ray, cousin Jackie and Lewis.
Terry, Helen, Aunty Vi and the Warner family from Stockton, Warwickshire, England
Peter Watkinson
March 23, 2006
A fine journalist and editor with integrity and passion and a jolly nice chap. I will miss our occasional drinks and his haircut - neither of which will be repeated. My thoughts are with his family.
David Todd
March 23, 2006
My heart breaks at the thought of the loss Mary, Ray, Val and Raymond share. I'm so proud to have known Steve. Anyone who really knew Steve knew how he respected the things near and dear to his heart; his family, his friends, his career. He didn't have time for what didn't matter and, because of that, is one of the most genuine people I know.
Jenn & Miguel Jiménez- Denis
March 23, 2006
My husband and I saw Steve only once, but we knew him through Leslie as a fun guy who loved his family and Top Cat cartoons. A proud member of Leslie's "worldwide online prayer group", we had the pleasure of praying for Steve, Mary, baby and Val and Ray both at home and in our weekly Bible study. May God's peace, that surpasses all understanding be with his family. "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted" Job 9:10
Tom Cioni
March 22, 2006
Steve:
As your last official editor, I was hardly qualified to edit your work. You were one of the most capable and talented writers I’ve ever worked with. What you accomplished with SE10 and serving us at Manitowoc were truly amazing. We were honored to work with you.
Personally, I learned so much from you – about business, about England, and how to live a civilized life. Manitowoc and your TC will miss you immensely.
Patricia Domínguez
March 22, 2006
I´d only knew Steve when my daugther talked about him. But I knew him as a man who loved to make people feel good. He was always kind with her and her family.
My deepest thoughts are with his family.
Larry Stewart
March 22, 2006
I had the pleasure of meeting Steve as a fellow construction-industry journalist before he moved to America. He was talking about his interest in the States then. I encouraged him, and outlined some of the many opportunities here for writers with his skills. We exchanged business cards. Many months later, he called to thank me for having given him some names of people at Cygnus, where he was going to work. It was a great pleasure to have contributed, however slightly, to such a rare and gifted guy's journey.
As a journalist, Steve impressed me with his instinct to dig deeper and deliver more. Not always an easy thing to do in the trade business.
I'd seen very little of him as he poured himself into his public relations venture. It seems I began to miss him before he was gone.
My deepest sympathy to his wife and son. God bless you.
Jim Longton
March 22, 2006
Ye who are weary come home. It's always hard to understand why someone so young departs so early but my hope and belief is that when we join those who have gone before us they'll explain and we can all say "now I get it."
Sandy Molloy
March 22, 2006
I am so sorry to hear the news about Steve's passing. My heart breaks for you, Mary and Ray. I will keep you and your families in my thoughts and prayers. God bless!
Dave Barton
March 22, 2006
My deepest sympathies to Mary, Ray and Steve's parents. I will always remember Steve as the man who got to live the American Dream. I will miss our Messenger chats! Thank you for the help and advice you gave me when I started at SE10, where your memory will live on for many years to come.
Dave Barton
Mark Anthony
March 21, 2006
I am incredibly sad to hear news of Steve's passing. As a former construction journalist that moved into the world of PR, I had the opportunity to spend many happy hours with Steve in exhibition halls and bars across Europe and the US. Steve was one of life's true nice guys. I always admired his perfect mix of good humour and professionalism, no matter how ridiculous the circumstances; and, of course, his unique dress sense.
Myself and the rest of the industry will miss him and I would like to pass on my condolences to his family.
Dave Molloy
March 21, 2006
I remember meeting Steve many time's around the clubs back home in England before I moved to California.
We may never have been close friends, but certainly shared mutual ones.
My thought's & prayer's go out to those family & friend's left behind.
Godspeed
Brent Blanchard
March 21, 2006
We knew Steve as editor of D&RI. He would call us often to catch up on the latest demo happenings in the US, and to help ensure that news articles and "facts" submitted by demo contractors were legitimate. Steve was always gregarious and friendly, but more impressive were his ethics and honesty.
I was fortunate to enjoy a few beers with Steve on both sides of the pond, and all of us at Protec are shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. The world has lost a good man and our heartfelt sympathies go out to his family and close friends.
Michael Roth
March 21, 2006
I was shocked and sad to hear of Steve's passing. When Steve was an editor, we often hung out together on editors' trips and trade shows, often sharing a drink and trading good-natured, ascerbic comments, all in fun. Over the years we shared knowledge about the construction industry and often talked of our lives and families and more. He was insightful, warm, witty and very unique. I don't know his family, but I do know how much he loved you. My sincere thoughts and best wishes to you.
Be well in eternity, Steve. Bollocks, life is so unfair sometimes.
Greg Sitek
March 21, 2006
Steve was always a good friend as well as a refreshing PR professional. He brought a new deminsion of integrity and quality to the PR side of an industry he really loved. I know I will miss him, his cheery accent and his warm winning smile.
Sheila Wertz
March 21, 2006
Construction Writers Association, of which Steve was a member, mourns the loss of a colleague and friend.
Lawrence Buser
March 21, 2006
I vividly remember my last meeting with Steve. It was a very heartwarming encounter but then he always made me feel like that, and I am sure he imparted this feeling to others he encountered as he was that type of person, which is what made him successful in his business. I will miss him.
Desiree Kiss
March 21, 2006
I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to see Steve & Mary last year in Greenbay. I will never forget his kindness, friendship or his sense of humor. My heart goes out to Mary, Ray and the family. He will be missed. "Del"
Cherie Reed
March 21, 2006
I worked with Steve as his art director when he worked for Equipment Today magazine with Cygnus Business Media. He loved life and his job, and we had a lot of fun while turning out a quality product. He will be missed.
Kathy Hahn
March 21, 2006
I worked with Steve at Cygnus. He was a humorous and caring man. I'll never forget how he took my son and daughter in when they visited the office and told him his many stories. He made them feel very special and they enjoyed their visits. My sympathies go out to Mary and Ray and his family.
Mike Woof
March 21, 2006
I've known Steve as a fellow construction journalist for many years and always found him to be an entertaining and amusing character. He was good company on the many trips we made together and I'll miss him. I was extremely saddened to hear of his passing and would like to pass on my sympathies to his family.
Above all, he was a nice guy and that's how I'm sure everyone who knew him will remember him.
Marcia Gruver
March 21, 2006
Seeing Steve at a press event always brought a smile to my face. He was full of enthusiasm, both for this industry and for his family, about whom he talked with great pride. He will be missed.
Helga Fresen
March 21, 2006
My deepest sympathies to Steve's wife Mary & their son Ray and to his family and friends.
Punitha Govindasamy
March 21, 2006
I still remember when I first met Steve at a trade show in 2002 with his funky hairstyle, which I thought was his trademark so to speak. Later on he became a good friend whom I kept in touch with from afar and got to work with. His enthusiasm, diligence and promptness when it came to work has always impressed me, and with his unique sense of humour he is a truly great person who will be missed. My heartfelt sympathies to his wife Mary and son Ray.
Tracy Holroyd-Smith
March 21, 2006
Dear Steve,
I've known you such a long time, I can't even remember how or when we first met! You have been a dear friend to me and you were there for me when I needed you. I will miss you. My thoughts are with Mary, Ray, your parents and sister at this difficult time.
All my love,
Tracy
David Mardigian
March 21, 2006
I got to know Steve in the late 90s, when he wrote a few articles about our demolition company for various magazines. He was a great guy, and had such passion for his work.
Shortly after 9/11, he contacted me, as he had heard our company was in service at the site. I arranged for him to come along the following week to see the terrible aftermath. He was deeply moved all day; not many words were exchanged.
He did make sure to tell us of the love of his life. He was so very excited at marrying, that we all remember today how he talked about Mary.
Our prayers go out to Steve's family, and we will not forget our friend.
David Mardigian
MCM Management Corp.
Robin & Colette Weathersbee
March 21, 2006
We were not in regular contact with Steve, but we remember him fondly from happy times spent together in London and Las Vegas.
Steve's zest for life was inspiritional.
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to all his family.
Mark Morgan
March 21, 2006
Genuine, warm, intelligent....a true gentleman. Great memories of Steve from the mid eighties in England, and great to see him again more recently in London. You were one of the good guys Steve, and there's no greater compliment than that.
Wayne Panter
March 21, 2006
Dear Steve,
I feel truly honoured to count You as My friend,Your personality was pure gold.God bless You mate.
My sympathies to Mary,Ray & all the family at this tragic time.
Wayne Panter,London England
Griselda Aldrete
March 20, 2006
Steve was truly an inspiring person. The passion he demonstrated in everything that he did was an example to all. He was a wonderful boss and a true inspiration to all. My heartfelt sympathies go out to Mary, baby Ray, and all of Steve's family and friends. God Bless you Steve!!!
Jamie Klinger-Krebs
March 20, 2006
I worked with Steve when he first came to the U.S. He had a way of treating me like a kid sister, but we always managed to have a good laugh. I'll never forget you Steve.
Eric Beaumont
March 20, 2006
From the moment we met, Steve made me feel truly at ease. His boyish smile lit up the room, and his friendly, inquisitive nature made me feel important. He always gave me credit for being smarter and hipper than I really was. He exuded real kindness, and a special kind of human warmth that most grown people forget to express. He had immaculate taste in music, clothes, and books, but he wasn't a snob. He was a true gentleman, and he made me happy just to be around him.
Patricia Mercado
March 20, 2006
Steve was a one-of-a kind boss and friend. He was a good hearted man that won the affection and respect of everyone around him with his genuine spirit. I will never forget him or everything he has taught me working at SE10. May you rest in peace Steve, I will miss you and our tea breaks. My heartfelt sympathies go out to Mary, little Ray, and his family. God bless.
Jennifer Taylor
March 20, 2006
Our deepest condolences to Mary and Ray and all his family. May your faith guide you through this most difficult time.
Pat Sharkey
March 20, 2006
Steve and SE 10 are considered to be of the highest integrity in providing KHL Group USA with PR and information for the lifting industry. Steve will be missed. I send my condolences and sympathies to his family.
Trevor Pease
March 20, 2006
Steve, I'll never forget your help and guidance when I moved to the States from England. I'll miss my friend in Milwaukee.
Leslie Waltz
March 20, 2006
Steve was my boss and my friend for two years. I always described him as 'beyond fair' and a perfect gentleman. Always encouraging, always in good spirits and with a unique sense of humor, working for him was a pleasure. This world has lost a truly good man, and I will miss him. My deepest sympathies to Mary & Ray, to his parents and family.
Bill Smoker
March 20, 2006
Dear Steve,
It has been a pleasure and privilege to count you as a friend. Your warmth, humour, fortitude, energy and passion have been wonderful to share. You will be sorely missed. Our sympathies go out to Mary, Ray and your family at this sad time.
With love from Bill, Kikka & Ella Maybelle
Alison Funck
March 20, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes out to Mary, Ray and all of Steve's family. My thoughts and prayers are forever with you all through this tragic time. Take comfort in all the wonderful memories we have of Steve. God bless.
Brian O'Sullivan
March 20, 2006
Dear Steve, you will be sorely missed; as a colleague but more importantly as a friend. My heartfelt sympathies to Mary and little Ray; Steve's parents, sister and wider family.
Ben Shaw
March 20, 2006
A very dear friend and a great mentor in business. I will never forget his boundless enthusiasm, his sense of humor and his committment to provide the very best service to all who worked for and with him. SE10 will never be the same but we will do all we can to continue to run it as Steve would have wanted.
Michael Martins
March 19, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to Mary and Ray and all who loved and held Steve close. He was a fascinating man that lived his life to the fullest. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mike and Cathy Martins
Andy Paradowski
March 19, 2006
I wish to convey my deepest sympathies. Brother Stephen will be sorely missed. George Washington 1776 Lodge #337 will keep our Brother's family in our thoughts and prayers.
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