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Stehpen Elko Obituary

YORK Stephen P. Elko, 61, died Thursday, February 21, 2013, at his home. He was the husband of Elizabeth Mae (Lahr) Elko for 35 years. A viewing will be 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Church, 309 S. George St. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. at the church with Rev. Jonathan P. Sawicki as celebrant. Burial will be in Dallastown Union Cemetery. The John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 902 Mt. Rose Ave., is assisting the family. Mr. Elko was born June 26, 1951, in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Joseph and Veronica (Rohulich) Elko. He was employed at Priority Solutions. He had been in retail management and was a manager of the Hills York store. He was a member of St. Mary's Church, the American Legion Sons of American Legion post 799, the West York VFW, and Hawk Gunning Club. Stephen is survived by his wife; two children, Nicholas D. Elko, and Christine M. Elko of York; and a brother, Joseph N. Elko of Humbolt, SD. Contributions may be made to the funeral home to defray expenses. www.KefferFH.com

Published by York Daily Record on Feb. 22, 2013.
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11 years you've been gone. Still seems like yesterday. So hard to believe.

Mary Jane Elliott

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February 16, 2024

Almost a year you have been gone,missed by many even know I haven't seen much of you over the years ,still in our thoughts.Miss you Steve

Mary Jane Elliott

February 21, 2014

I just learned of Steve's passing and am so saddened by the news. I worked with Steve in Hill's in Indiana, PA. He truly was an exceptional guy and will be missed.

COLLEEN

March 20, 2013

So sorry to hear of his passing. He and I worked together at Hills while he was in college and before I joined the Navy. He was a wonderful person to have had the pleasure of knowing!!!

Theresa Penza

March 20, 2013

liz and family,
I am so sorry to hear that steve has passed he is now resting and in god's hands. may god bless you and the children. liz, will you give me a call when you feel up to it. I would like to see you and talk with you.Talking to a friend will be better for you at a time of sorrow.Call me at 840-1119 Treva from Hills and from the york hospital.May god bless you.

treva detwiler

February 28, 2013

Very Sorry for your loss. You were a good man Steve, RIP from the Brandes family. you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I worked with Steve at Novartis in East Hanover. You will be missed.

Nathan Brandes

February 27, 2013

Liz, So sorry to hear about Steve. With all his suffering know that he is now at peace with God. I can't make the funeral but know you are all in my thoughs. Take care and see you sometime. Patty & Roger

Patty & Roger Whiteford

February 27, 2013

Liz and Family,

So sorry to hear about Steve. I remember when he came to work at Hill's #7 in his little Bug. He was always smiling. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Betty Swope and family

February 26, 2013

To Mrs. Elko and Family:

I was very sad to learn of Steve's passing; please accept my sincere condolences. Steve will always be "Mr. Elko" to me. He was my first boss after graduating college and beginning a career with Hill's in East York in 1985. As a 22 year old moving away from home to a new town is never easy, but Steve made me feel right at home. He was a true professional. The thing that I remember best about Steve was that he always stayed calm no matter how stressful or frantic things became. He lead by example and that example was simply the best.

Sincerely,

Scott Kovaloski

February 25, 2013

TO THE ELKO FAMILY
I am so sorry to hear of your loss
MR.Elko was the greastest manager one could ever work for.He made me feel very proud when Christen was little and we were at the Hills picnic to let her stay with me while he played games
with the other employees.
I know all of you will miss him.
Know he is in the hands of the Lord.
My thoughts,Love,and Prayers are with you.LINDA HENSHAW

February 25, 2013

May peace be with you the family. My mother Ruby Stotler & sister Carol Stotler & I worked with Steve at Hills East York. We all have fond fun memories of those times. God Bless ans help you find comfort during this sad time.
Diann Stotler Bishop

Diann Stotler-Bishop

February 24, 2013

Liz and family,
Please know Steve was the best manager I ever worked under.I greatly missed him when he was transferred from Hills York. My thoughts are with you.

Peggy Lefever

February 24, 2013

Liz and family, I was deeply saddend to hear of Steve's passing.I worked with both of you at Hills(York).He was a great manager and I'm glad I had the opportunity to work under him.You are in my prayers.

Sue (Keller-Holtzapple) Kochenour

February 24, 2013

Thoughts &prayers to your family. I am very saddened to hear this, he was such a great guy and cared for everyone like they were family.im sorry i didnt get to talk with him the last 4week yrs.He was indeed a great manager and had the pleasure of working with at Hills East York,myself and my mother Linda Elliott had the pleasure of working with him for many yrs.He was always willing to help everyone.he was wonderful, always know he will be with you and in good hands.

Mary jane Elliott

February 24, 2013

I am deeply saddened to hear of Steve's passing. We were good buddies a long time ago in the Hills world. I thought of him often throughout the years. My deepest sympathy

Larry Alfano

February 24, 2013

Liz, Nick and Christine,
So Sorry to hear about Steve.
He was truly a great guy and always had a smile on his face.
Always remember the good times and he will be with you forever.

Mary (Link) Ballou

February 24, 2013

Mrs.Elko, Nick and Christine

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Elko's passing. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this hard time. Love always

Chrissy (Horner) Bernstein

Chrissy Bernstein

February 23, 2013

elizabeth & family
SO SORRY YO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS YOU HAVE TO KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE WITH NP SUFFERING
BARB & ROGER

BARB HOTWALT

February 23, 2013

I did not know Stehpen or the family other than seeing him and his family at Church on Sayurday evenings. I just wanted to say that My Thoughts and Prayers are with the Elko Family at this sad time.

John Orendorff

February 23, 2013

Dear Christine and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Sweet memories will find their way to you. Take care.

Lynn Caplan

February 23, 2013

To the Elko family..I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Steve at Hill's 136 and have never had a better boss. He was always able to bring a smile to your face and you never knew what he would do or say next. He treated each of the employees like family. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Vicki Smith

February 23, 2013

So very sad to hear of your loss.I worked for Mr. Elko in Hanover at store 136. He was the best general manager that Hill's ever had.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ellen Small

February 22, 2013

To the Elko family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Steve at Hills in York and in Hanover. He was a mentor that helped to shape my management career. I will remember him always, and pray for you during to time of sorrow. May God bless.

Jeff Ullom

February 22, 2013

I am sorry to hear about Mr. Elko's passing. I worked with him in 1975 and returned and work for him in 1986. He was a great boss. My prayers are with the family.

Shirley Stifler

February 22, 2013

Sorry for your loss, I worked with Mr Elko at Hill#136 he was a great manager always had a smile. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers God Bless You All

Norma Shacklock

February 22, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Mr. Elko was a great manager. I worked with him at Hills Department store.

Michele Jendras

February 22, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Mr. Elko at Hills #136 in Hanover back in the early '90's. He was a great guy and a great manager. We all loved him like family. My heart goes out to the family at this sad time. keep him in your heart and he will live forever in memories! Bless you all.

Sandy Hemler

February 22, 2013

Sorry to hear about Steve I worked for him in the 80's Have a lot of good memories from knowing him and working for him He was a good manager and a good friend God Bless his family in their time of lose

Connie Ranker-Schwartz

February 22, 2013

Liz & family; I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with both you & Steve at Hills back in the 70's. I always thought you two made such a cute couple! May God bring peace & comfort to your hearts. Rest in peace Mr. Elko.

Lori (Marks) Crouse

February 22, 2013

I worked with Mr Elko at Hills Dept Store many years ago. He was a great manager! So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Tracy Pick (Conway)

February 22, 2013

Peace and comfort to your family. Steve was the best boss EVER!!!! Never a dull moment, he made work FUN and taught me a lot about management skills. Hills #136 was never the same for me after he left so I left soon after. Fond memories abound! He always called me "MS" and sometimes old coworkers still call me that! May God bless you all!

Sharon VanArsdale

February 22, 2013

To the Elko family,
I worked with Steve at Hills many years ago. Please accept my thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy during this very difficult time.

Cheryl Miller

February 22, 2013

To The Elko Family

I work with Stephen at Toysrus. I am sending deep smpathy to you from one of his former empolyees. Steve was a great man. He also was a Giant Shopper which is where I works. BLessing to that family and May God Give You the Peace that passes all understanding

Christian Starr

February 22, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Steve's passing. He always had a smile and a quick wit to calm any situation. He was an asset to our organization and we will miss him.

Mike Peeling
Post 799

February 22, 2013

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