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Steven George Pulchano

1950 - 2009

BORN

1950

DIED

2009

Steven Pulchano Obituary

Steven George Pulchano, 59, Inverness, died Wednesday, August 19, 2009, at Citrus Memorial Hospital. A native of Providence, R.I., he was born July 26, 1950, to the late George and Dorothy Pulchano and came to this area as a child at age 10. He was employed by the Seminole County Fire Department as a firefighter, paramedic and fire marshal with over 25 years of service. Steve enjoyed bantering about politics, enjoyed his children and his cattle on his old farm up in Tennessee. He was Roman Catholic by faith.
He is survived by his son Jason Pulchano, his daughter Amanda Pulchano and her husband Chris Marchese and his companion, Lynn Pulchano, all of Inverness and his brother Dennis and wife Patty Pulchano of Largo, Florida.
Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory is in charge of private cremation arrangements.

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Published by Citrus County Chronicle from Aug. 22 to Aug. 25, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Pulchano

11 Entries

Thom Warren

September 1, 2009

Sept.1,2009

Steve will always be in my memories as a friend and a teacher. I could count on Steve to make a perceptive decision and back it up with good justification, as my Fire Marshal. Steve showed me how to make so many people happy at Christmas, I will always think of Steve around the Holidays and send some prayers his way.

Don Cox

August 28, 2009

"Pooch" will be missed, his sense of humor and love of SFD. Having "grown up" at SFD, I learned many life lessons there and Steve was a regular contributor. I remember most, Steve's much required "Power naps" in the afternoon and the troopd trying to cover for him fom Chief Hoffman and Chief McConnell. I now wish I was sly enough to copy those power naps now. Steve will be remembered fondly and although some of us have left the Seminole area, many people there will never be forgotten. Steve was one of those special friends.

Doc and Dale Kinsey

August 27, 2009

Our hearts are saddened with the loss of Pooch. He always brightened the lives of those around him. He especially brought joy to the kids, not only as Santa, but as himself as well. I remember how disheartened he was when our Trish recognized his voice as Santa one year. She said nothing while he was here, but after he left, she said "That wasn't Santa, that was Pooch." She only recognized him because he was so wonderful with her as himself and she loved him. May your memories lighten the burden of grief for you, Jason and Amanda.

Alan and Denise Shedler

August 26, 2009

Sunshine, Jason, and Amanda, and family-we are so sorry in hearing about Steve. Our condolences to the family.
Many, many memories from the late 70's until Pooch leaving the state. How can anyone that was involved with the fire department forget the Annual A + S Lawn Service Croquet Tournaments with the white outfits, and the bloody mary's.
One of my favorite road trips was to Stone Mountain in the VW Rabbit. Putting our names in the walkway, and partying the whole trip.
Or the fact that Pooch was the "best man" in our wedding.
REST IN PEACE

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Jim Cason

August 26, 2009

What a tragic loss of a great person. It was my pleasure to have worked with "Pooch" at the City of Seminole Fire Rescue Department. May he Rest in Peace and keep an eye out for the rest of us. My heart felt condolences go out to the family.

Ed Kelly

August 26, 2009

I have fond remembrances of Steve ("Pooch"). He was always a fun guy to work with and I'll never forget him. Many, many good times come to mind that we had together, especially the Pow-Wows and The Santa Express.
This is a verse that was sent to me a few years ago. It was sent to me when I lost a loved one and I take consolation in it still.

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

My deepest sympathy to you, Lynn and the kids.

mark blackburn

August 26, 2009

I have many fond memories, of the good old days, working with "Pooch" at Sta.30 and the "old" 29. Of Pow Wow days, Santa Express and the quarterly dinners. Wishing the best to his family in these times but remembering all the happy times thru all the years..

mark blackburn (seminole , FL)

Lauren Maffet-Reed

August 25, 2009

You will be missed "Pooch"! We love you and are going to miss you dearly. Now my mom has company up there, as she loved you. God Bless.

Emily Ayers

August 25, 2009

It is with fond remembrance of my childhood that I write this farewell to you now. You were a great man. I am happy to say that I had known you. You will be greatly missed.

marjorie gatto

August 25, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

lynn pulchano

August 23, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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