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Stephen MacDowell Obituary
Stephen J. MacDowell, age 42, of Bear, DE, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 15, 2011. Stephen had a heart of laughter and shared it with everyone he knew. He was a history buff and interested in previous wars throughout history. He cheered on the Oakland Raiders and enjoyed playing Fantasy Football. He loved the times he spent with his family and friends.
Stephen is survived by his mother, Barbara MacDowell; brother, James E. MacDowell and wife Nikole; grandmother, Marie MacDowell; nephews, Andrew and Jacob; niece, Aubrey; and a host of loving uncles, aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard J. MacDowell; his niece, Morgan; and grandmother, June Embert.
Services and burial will be private. The family suggests contributions to FSR, Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, 122 South Michigan Avenue, Ste. 1700, Chicago, IL 60603.
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Robert Hayes
July 1, 2011
I just found out. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I went to high school with Steve. Although we havent talked in quite a while we were friends while in school and then on facebook. He was a nice guy who would do anything for you. He will be missed.
Phyllis Zeise
June 27, 2011
To the MacDowell Family, Please acept my deepest sympathy in the passing of Stephen. May he rest in peace with his Dad.
Sinerely, Phyllis Vadden
James Palko
June 25, 2011
To Barbra,Jimmy,Nikole,Wendy,and every relative,friend,and loved one,may your hearts rest in knowing that Stephen is no longer suffering,and we can rejoice in the "Love and Mercy of our Heavenly Father,The Holy Spirit,and the Lord Jesus Christ".I will miss him ,He was always like a Brother to me,and Blood is not always thicker than water,God has shown me that several times in my life,but what I really wanted to say is I loved him,as well as the many of you in your family that have touched my life.I love you all,you have been an extended family to me.I hope that this is'nt a goodbye for us,you all hold a special place in my heart for you and I will never forget any of you.You have a beautiful family.I thank God for all the time we spent together,and it was truly genuine.If I can help any of you at anytime,please feel free to contact me,I have a lot of spare time on my hands.I'm so sorry for all of you,Steve has touched so many.He will always be in my heart.I've never met anyone like him and I'm sure I'll never make another friend like him again.He was a Gem.You can contact me at (302)565-9539.anytime!I hope you do.
James& Lisa Palko
June 25, 2011
Our hearts are filled with sadness for the loss of such a wonderful friend. You will be sadly missed but fondly remembered. James and Lisa Palko
Jonathan Mitchell
June 24, 2011
May the Spirit of the Lord rest upon you all to comfort you at this time of the loss of your loved one. Know that you have old friends (and new ones) who love you, care about you and are there for you.
i to have sarcoidosis want to say very sorry for your lost
patricia posey
June 23, 2011
Frank and Cyndi Morgan
June 22, 2011
Words cannot describe how empty we feel right now. Mac, you were such an amazing friend. You will be missed terribly but we know you are in a better place. Perhaps on a quest of Sodius? Our thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Macdowell, Jim, Nickole and the rest of the family. God Bless and see you again someday.
"ESP"
Dottie Sayers
June 22, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
PATRICIA POSEY
June 22, 2011
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. I FEEL YOUR PAIN FOR I HAVE LOST A SISTER TO SARCOIDOSIS TWO YEARS AGO MY HEART IS STILL HEAVY BECAUSE SHE WAS AN ANGEL.MISS HER SO VERY MUCH.BUT I NO SHE IS WITH THE LORD. AND SO IS STEVE YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.GOD BLESS
Michelle Scorziello
June 22, 2011
To Steve's family - I am so sorry for your loss! Steve was an amazing man, full of laughter and compassion. He will live on in our hearts and in our memories! Please accept my deepest sympathy - you are all in my prayers!
Janis Rustad
June 22, 2011
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephen. Altho we never met we shared sarcoidosis. Now God has another 'snowflake' in His house. Be strong and of good courage.
Ray Conrad
June 22, 2011
My deepest sympathies go to Barbara, Jim and all of the MacDowell and Embert family. Steve's willing laughter always made being around him a happier place. I will miss his presence in the years to come.
Steven Cantwell
June 22, 2011
My heart and pain are shared with Macs family. He was a great friend and co-worker. Our favorite restaurant would have to be "EAT", otherwise known as Jose Border Cafe. Mac will be sorely missed by me. I hope that his family finds great peace during these sad times, knowing that Stephen is sharing his laughter and love with those in Heaven. RIP my friend.
Wendy Owsiany
June 22, 2011
To the entire Macdowell and Embert families: May we all keep our memories of Steve in our hearts and souls. He was such a blessing in so many ways. Heaven is getting sweeter everyday.
CAROL MILLER
June 22, 2011
I TO Have Sarcoidosis , There Is Comfort In Knowing That God Is Who He Say's He Is.R.I.P. My Friend, You Will Forever Be In My Heart.
Maribeth Durnan
June 22, 2011
Barbara, Marie, Jimmy and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Stephen. We will always remember him as a young boy playing at Marie's house. May he rest in peace. The Durnan Family
Tracey Gore
June 22, 2011
As a sarcoid sufferer i want to say you are now out of pain and repairing your body in the arms of god. I do not go to church but do believe in life after death and know you will be watching the ones you love from above. R.I.P brother xx
The M. Manning Family
June 22, 2011
I knew this guy when he started riding bikes and I believe wearing glasses. His father was a real man,and Barbra I am so sorry......you and Stephen are in my prayers...God Bless the MacDowell Family and all the people that were in his life.
Mani Carreiro
June 21, 2011
My sincerest sympathies....I didn't know Stephen personally, but I also suffer from Sarcoidosis....please know he will not be forgotten by our loving community on Facebook. May he Rest In Peace.... Mani Carreiro
anita liberatore
June 21, 2011
i am a member of Timmons organization for sarcoidosis and have battled sarcoidosis for nineteen years. i am saddened to hear of stephen's death and wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to his families and friends. my heart and prayers go out to them.
Ruby Torres
June 21, 2011
To the family of Stephen MacDowell: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. I, too, am a member on FSR Sarcoidosis Grp. and I have Sarcoidosis..I didn't know him personally but I know somewhat of what he has gone through..Please accept my deepest sympathy..Ruby
Destiny Elizabeth
June 21, 2011
My sincere condolances sending love to the family and know that the entire Sarcoidosis community feels the loss of our "brother" May you rest in peace Drew.
Andrea Timmons
June 21, 2011
My name is Andrea Timmons, and I am the founder of the Timmons Organization for Sarcoidosis Support, or T.O.S.S. I also have Sarcoidosis. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything we can do for you, please let me know. You can email me directly at [email protected]. Rest in peace, Stephen.
Michele Collison
June 21, 2011
RIP, buddy. You never failed to make me laugh. My condolences to the MacDowell family; Steve will be greatly missed.
~Wheels
Ellen Lincourt
June 21, 2011
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with your family in this sad time. May the sorrow you feel in your heart lighten by the love that surrounds you.
Dwayne, Gina, Brittany and Samantha Havens
June 21, 2011
Our condolences to the MacDowell family. Take compfort in knowing that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Celebrate all the wonderful memories that Stephen has left everyone.....
Cheryl Holden
June 21, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Macs family and friends. We thought of Mas as a part of our family and his one liners and the sound of his laughter will always be something we fondly remember. All of our love Steve and Cheryl Holden ~
Mr. and Mrs. Humpty
JOYCE AND NORM TIMS
June 21, 2011
ON BEHALF OF NORMAN AND JOYCE TIMS, STEVES AUNT AND UNCLE, WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO MY SISTER BARBARA AND NEPHEW JIM AND HIS FAMILY ON THE LOSS OF OUR DEAR STEPHEN, WHO WAS COURAGEOUS TO THE END. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY EVERYONE.
LOVE, HUGS, AND PRAYERS,
JOYCE AND NORM.
Ron Bowman
June 21, 2011
You enriched all of our lives and gave us joy and laughter. You will be truly missed. May God bless you and comfort your family in this time of sorrow.
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