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for Robert Stepek
Donna M
March 29, 2019
I only found out about Father Stepeks passing today. To his family, I was a parishioner of his at St. Christina's. In 1990 he saved my life. What He did for me I have never forgotten. He truly showed me the compassion, caring, and the love of Christ when I was in a very dark place, he truly made the Church for me a place of refuge and light, for those rejected and those who have no one and no where else to turn. God bless Father for saving me. Donna M
Dan DiCaro
March 7, 2017
I had the privilege of working alongside Fr. Bob at St. Christina Church back in the 1980's, helping out with the parish Teen Club. He was a warm, loving, caring, generous man who changed so many peoples' lives for the better, including mine. I will always be thankful for the fun times we all spent with him. Rest In Peace, Fr. Bob!
Anne Abbott
December 31, 2016
My sister, Carolyn Farmer, I am sure, welcomed her dear friend with open arms in heaven. St Albert The Great was in its glory when Carolyn was the music director and Father Stepek was the the pastor. Their memories will always live on.
September 29, 2016
Dear Stepek Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Bob and I were classmates at Niles College-Loyola University (1974-75). He was a wonderful friend with an infectious smile. Bob, you are missed but will see you when we meet again in God's presence my friend!
Robert (Bob) Hayhurst
LtCol, USAF, MSC, Ret.
Mary Brodnick
July 3, 2016
Dear Stepek Family,
Father was a godsend during one of the most difficult times in my life. He brought strength, support and most importantly, friendship to my family, especially my husband. He was a wonderful man that will truly be missed.
May your family find comfort knowing of all the good you brought to others.
Adelina and Guy Cesario
July 1, 2016
Rest in Peace, Father. You did so much for the St. Albert the Great community and you will be remembered always in our thoughts and prayers. Our lives were enriched in so many ways by your priesthood.
July 1, 2016
I knew Fr. Stepek back when I was a teen at St. Symphorosa, and was a part of the YAC (Youth Activities Committee, and later when he baptized my husband at St. Albert the Great. He was always a friend to everyone, always willing to do whatever he could for you, and he will be sorely missed. I've been reliving memories of those teen years, things that I'd long forgotten. My time in the teen club were always happy; thanks for the memories, Fr. Stepek! See you on the other side, my friend!
Sally McNamara
July 1, 2016
Condolences to family & friends of Fr. Stepek. I was inspired by his strength in the face of adversity & this helped me get through a difficult time. Thanks to you & all who strive for justice. RIP
Chuck Haffner
July 1, 2016
Rest in peace Rob, prayers to the entire Stepek family.
Peggy
June 30, 2016
Stepek Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Father Stepek I met at St Albert's church. I was bringing a group of handicapped adults to Mass and he came over to them, introducing himself and personally greeting each one. He was kind every time he saw them. Fr. Stepek was good hearted, he went above and beyond being a friend to the group. (Most of the time they are over looked and ignored)
I will remember Fr. Stepek in my Masses and prayers, much respect I have for him. I hope that your good memories carry you thru the difficult times ahead.
mary lonski
June 30, 2016
father stepek was so sweet and a good pastor
and friend god bless you rev bob
al heiden
June 30, 2016
father stepek rest in peace
we came back to st alberts
when you were pastor there
al and rose heiden
Joey Szczepkowski
June 29, 2016
I'll meet you at the temple and we'll go skydiving again, my dear friend.
See you soon.
Joey
kasper
June 29, 2016
JB you will be missed had a lot of good times together with you heather and Joe just found out we are truly sad to hear of your passing see you in heaven when its our turn Al and Suzy kasper
Dan & Candy Balestri
June 29, 2016
Prayers for family Of Father Stepek. I'll never forget when he came to my house with the Burbank police on July 5th 2011 at about 11:30 pm to tell us they found my son had passed away in the parking lot at Midway airport. Very comforting man. He will be missed by many.
Christine Zuber
June 29, 2016
What a great guy. I knew him back at St. Symphorosa Church. He was great with the teen groups and later when I was in collage he went with me downtown to the art museum to work on a paper for one of my college classes. We had a blast. RIP Fr. Stepek
neil maas
June 29, 2016
Gonna be missed for sure. Married my wife and I in the 80's. Baptized our children.
Married my wife's sister and baptized her children. All after expediting their conversion from Greek Orthodox to Roman Catholic. Very funny guy who drove a black trans am with his name on the plate. Definitely brought people back to church.
Our condolences to the family,
Neil and Sandra Maas
John and Patc Cain
June 29, 2016
Who could forget Fr. Bob With his black Trans am and his knowledge of electricity. He married my wife and I. Baptized our children and married my sister in law and her husband after expediting their conversion from Greek Orthodox to Roman Catholic and baptized their children.
He also had a great perspective on life. We are sad to hear of his passing. Our sincere condolences.
Neil and Sandra Maas. John and Patc Cain.
Bud Phillips
June 29, 2016
I will always remember how Rob could light up a room with his warm humanity for others as well as his infectious sense of humor. May he rest in peace in God's glory!
Lisa Roulo
June 29, 2016
I had the wonderful privilege of working at St. Christina Rectory when Fr. Stepek was there. He was a truly wonderful person and will be missed. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to his family.
Ray Whitlock
June 29, 2016
Rest in peace Fr Bob. May God take care of you. You presided over my wedding decades ago.
mary lonski
June 29, 2016
father stepek was a good man and a super pastor he was the celebrant for my conflation god bless
you rev.bob
Joyce Janowick
June 28, 2016
During his years at St. Joseph's in Homewood, Fr. Stepek was a wonderful priest, prayerful & compassionate confessor, and friend & mentor to my sons & daughter. He will be greatly missed.
God's blessings to his family & many friends.
Tony Mostek
June 28, 2016
I want to send along my deepest condolences and lots of prayers to entire the Stepek family. I remember when we were neighbors and going to St Bede's school with Scott and Robert. Our family has lots of fond memories when we were growing up that we will always cherish. I will light a candle in remembrance of Robert and his Family at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Boulder, Colorado.
Renee Pierce
June 28, 2016
Fr. Bob was a wonderful person. I feel blessed to have had him as a friend. You will be missed.
Sue Sweeney-McGrath
June 28, 2016
I don't know what to say. We just saw him not 3 weeks ago! Thank you Fr. Stepek for helping navigate a very difficult time with my mom & being our rock when we needed you most. You were a unique & spiritual individual who helped me find my place comfortably in our religion. My sincere condolences to your family. I know that you will rest in peace my friend.
Cara Kaufmann-Rosenthal
June 28, 2016
So sad to hear of Fr. Stepek's passing. He was a wonderful man. He performed my wedding. Rest in Peace, Father.
Steve Pemberton
June 28, 2016
Very sad to hear of Father Bob's passing, he was a wonderful friend and mentor in faith!
Prayers to the family, so sorry for your loss!
joan taff
June 28, 2016
Fr. Stepek performed my wedding ceremony in 1990 at St. Christina. Great man!
Joan Taff
Darlene Moczik
June 28, 2016
We will always hold a "special place in our hearts" for our
cousin Father Rob! We'll never forget his great smile, hearty laugh, generosity and caring ways. God Bless You, Rob.
Dar - Brad - Brent
June 28, 2016
Dave and I have fond memories of Fr. Bob from his St. Joseph's days. We've missed him.
-Dave and Sue Wolken
Dan Pollack
June 28, 2016
I worked with FrBob for several years at St Joseph's. I have many great memories! Rest in Peace, Father! My prayers go out to his family and many friends. Thanks again for everything, Bob!
Dan Pollack
June 28, 2016
i have very fond memories of father stepek growing up in the saint Christina parish he was a wonderful priest and mentor his family is in my thoughts and prayers. ellen raines Alsip, il
June 28, 2016
Father Stepek helped me and my husband with a difficult time in our life. We are forever greatful. May he rest in peace.
Joe Beaudry
June 28, 2016
Fr. Stepek was a terrific priest. I will always be grateful for how he presented my father's eulogy with passion, humor and love, while he was at St. Joseph's Parish. Fr. Bob was an example of what a parish priest should be.
Now he has a skybox in Heaven for all of the Sox games!
June 28, 2016
We will always miss my cousin, Father Rob. His heartfelt love and compassion for others, his willingness to be the first in line to help others on any occasion, and his clever wit and humor will forever be hallmarks of his great character... Enjoy the first row in heaven, Rob. Save us all a seat.
Rick Phillips
Delray Beach, FL
June 28, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Stepek Family. I was shocked to learn of Father Bob's sudden passing. Father Bob was a great comfort to me and my family when my father was terminally ill. He was a wonderful man and inspirational spiritual leader who served St Albert and the City of Burbank well; with dignity and grace. May he forever rest in peace.
MARY LONSKI
June 28, 2016
FAHER STEPECK WAS A SWEET PASTORAND A VERYWORFUL MAN WLL BE MISSED
June 28, 2016
May Father Bob rest in peace. Thanks for the memories . Prayers for the Stepek family during this difficult time. Pat and John Duignan family.
June 28, 2016
May Father. Bob rest in peace. Thanks for the memories. Prayers for the Stepek family during this difficult time. Pat and John Duignan Family
Wiind ~ Psalms 65:2
June 28, 2016
Heartfelt condolences to the Stepek family. May God, the hearer of prayer, bless, comfort and strengthen you now and in the coming days.
Joe Valentine / Rich Erickson
June 28, 2016
He was full of energy and young at heart where he had the ability to relate to people of all ages. May God provide the strength to his family and friends to get through this difficult time. He was a very giving person and will always be remembered.
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