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He was born in Worcester on December 21, 1949. The youngest child of Gilbert S. and Bridget A. (Doyle) Cahill, he is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Carol (Coonan) Cahill; two daughters, Cheryl Cahill and her husband David Young of Tucson, and Christine Billings and her husband Mathieu of Indianapolis; three grandchildren who called him "Umpa," Leif and Enson Billings of Indianapolis, and Olivia Young of Tucson; three siblings, John M. (Mike) Cahill & his wife Barbara and Paul J. Cahill & his wife Sharon of Worcester, and Marie A. Majeski & her husband Leo of Burlington. He is predeceased by his brother Gilbert F. Cahill. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Joy Cahill of Wilmington, and many nieces and nephews.
Steve was a graduate of Worcester's South High School, served in the Massachusetts Army National Guard, and graduated from Clark University. He worked for Norton Co. / Saint-Gobain Abrasives for 40 years, retiring as a senior application engineer in 2009.
At his request, no formal services are planned. A private memorial will take place at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester, 65 Tainter St., Worcester, MA 01610.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Cahill
Mary Lou Baizley
August 29, 2011
It was just a heart beat ago that we were all living in Worcester while the girls were growing up. Now to hear that Steve is gone at such a young age is surprising and sad.
Please know that we are thinking of all of you and remembering fondly those good years.
Take care...Mary Lou and Aubrey Baizley
Patricia Lucero
August 3, 2011
Dear Carol, and all of the Cahill Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss...Steve is very alive in my memories...his humor, his expressions, his voice, I can still hear. Steve came into our family & into my life when I was a young girl, and he was very influential & an inspiration to me in so many ways. We shall celebrate his life and speak of him often. My sincere condolences to you. I know he is terribly missed by us all. Lovingly and respectfully, Tricia Lucero & Hamid Omidi
Jill and Paul Lavallee, Jr.
July 28, 2011
Dear Cahill Family;
Our thoughts are with you upon the loss of Steve. I remember Steve from many of the gatherings over the years and we would run into each other at Norton Company many years ago.
KATHLEEN BUDGELL
July 24, 2011
Paul and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss, we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy & Larry Budgell
Sheila Lavallee
July 22, 2011
Dear Carol and family,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Stephen. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike, Marie and Paul, I know how difficult this loss is and will keep you in
my prayers.
Fondly,
Sheila Lavallee
Kathleen King Madaus
July 19, 2011
Dear Carol,
I am so sorry to read of the death of your husband. We (you as well) were able to reconnect when I was teaching at Burncoat Middle High School. Your daughters, Christine and Cheryl were a delight to have in class. Steve was so proud of his three beautiful women.
Marie, Mike and Paul, I am so sorry. Also, I could not get to Gil's funeral. May, these wonderful, honorable and nurturing men rest in peace. They will be missed.
Linda Wiggins
July 19, 2011
Dear Carol and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my prayers. It has been a long time since we talked but you are not forgotten.
Linda (Gardell, Scott) Wiggins
Steve Willett
July 18, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Cahill Family. I share your sorrow with the passing of Steve.
Our friendship goes back many years thru Navistar. He was a true friend and associate. We shared a lot of good times and I will never forget.
Al and Celeste Cloutier
July 17, 2011
Hello Carol and family,
Although we can't be with you while you remember Steve, you're in our thoughts from afar. We remember the goods times, the get togethers when Al (Butch), Frank, Steve, and "Bobby" worked together as Industrial Engineers so many years ago. We are saddened to hear of Steve's passing. May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sally Hetfield
July 17, 2011
Dear Carol and Family: I worked with Steve for 10 years in Product Engineering at Norton Company from 1982 until 1992, when I moved to SC. We used to meet up in the morning in the parking lot at just about the same time and several of us would walk together WAY up to the Admin Building, and one morning Steve began to sing "If it's good enough for Milton Higgins, it's GOOD enough for me !" which set all of us to laughing and singing along. Steve was loved by all and was a great engineer. He will be missed. Sincerely and with blessings, Sally Hetfield
susan vlick
July 16, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to lose someone you love. It is never the right time and it is never easy. Know that people are thinking of you and praying for you.
Frank Danisienka
July 16, 2011
Carol:
I really enjoyed working with Steve. Looking a long way back at the pool parties we had while working as Industrial Engineers. I'm sure Steve will be greatly missed.
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