Stephen FERRUGHELLI
Stephen FERRUGHELLI
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Stephen FERRUGHELLI Obituary
Rigaud
1949 - 2016
On Saturday June 25, Stephen Ferrughelli suddenly passed away at the age of 67. He leaves to mourn his two brothers: David and Paul, several nieces and nephews, many friends and Montreal Alouettes Alumni. Visitations will be held on Friday, July 1 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at:
Maison funéraire Roussin
87, rue St-Jean-Baptiste, Rigaud
[email protected]
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Steven Churma
August 23, 2021
I was unaware of his passing until today. I knew him personally when he was working at the Sir Winston Churchill Pub on Crescent Street in Montreal back in the late 1970's . Very sad to hear that he died so young.
Dale Lavery
January 28, 2021
My sympathies to the family. In loving memory of a wonderful person. I have many years of memories at the pub and with friends gathering at your home. We said we would stay in touch but as life goes that was not meant to be. You touched so many peoples lives and will be sadly missed. You will be in my heart forever. Rest well My friend.
Paul DuBeau
April 21, 2017
I miss my friend. Sadly I just found out he passed,will miss our phone calls.RIP Valley boy. Redneck Paul
Richard Pepe
April 4, 2017
Just learned by chance of Steve's passing. I have been living in Europe since graduating college, so I have not followed, and did not know about Steve's after university sport's achievements but I can well imagined that he would have become great. I went to high school with him and played on the same high school football team. I have not and shall not ever forget him for the life lessons he unknowingly passed on to me. I remember in Sophomore English class and the preparations for the class play. Steve was in the play (had a lead role), but once, when the teacher read out an after school hour for one of the rehearsals, Steve raised hand and said he had football practice, so could not attend. The English teacher, I can still remember her face, she appeared startled and she blurted out with a certain dose of apparent disbelief (which she really shouldn't have done) You! FOOTBALL?! You have to realize that Steve, at the time, wasn't fully grown and hadn't yet started lifting weights and because of his very soft spoken nature, he did not appear at all like a typical highschool sports man little did she know. During football practice, Steve would always put in 150% effort, unlike many of us who would often try to find ways to avoid the more strenuous exercises or scrimmages with the senior varsity team. Steve no. He would always volunteer to participate in the end of practice scrimmages with the Varsity team. Note, it is very painful playing against seniors twice your size and strength, but you could see he loved every minute of the experience. I truly envied his courage and perseverance - and this was a life lesson for me. After high school I lost contact with Steve, although like Steve, I also went to Rutgers, but in another campus in another city. I knew Steve played on the Rutgers football team, but I did not follow much the news of the Rutgers football team. I remember meeting Steve once or twice during those college years. I remember once he told me he was having some problems with his knee. If I remember correctly, he said he would stay more or less bed-ridden during the week, receive private lessons, and then before football game day, he was given a shot of cortisone, so he would be able to play the day's game. I didn't think this was very sustainable, and in my mind I thought he would never make it to the pros with a knee like that little did I know. Thank you Steve. My condolences to his surviving relatives and friends. Richard Pepe
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Joanne
October 11, 2016
Mr Ferrughelli was an honorary speaker at our graduation back in 1975. His speech was such an inspiration, that I was motivated by to pursue my studies further and became one of a few women, at the time, in a male dominated career.
I had the honor and pleasure to meet him a few years ago on a chance encounter and I related to him how his speech had motivated me to believe in myself, study and work hard and how it gave me the drive to realize many of my childhood dreams and he was very touched.
My sincerest condolences to his family, friends and Alouettes family. Montreal mourns the loss of a great player and a even greater man who inspired many students of the class of 75. May his soul rest in peace.
Barrie Einarson
August 23, 2016
I met Steve at the Pub where he would serve up a concoction my buddy Jay and I invented called a Montreal Milkshake. Man, those were the days, I'll miss you Steve.
Carol Shomion
August 6, 2016
My condolences to Steve's family.
Carol Shomion
August 6, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family. Rest in peace Steve.
Mike Bernier
July 25, 2016
RIP #33 Peace,Love and Time! ;)
Charlie Zapiec, #60
Chuck Zapiec
July 25, 2016
Tough Runner! Terrific Teammate-
Steve was an exemplary Team Player - Gave it his all on and off the field. He was part of the Great Montreal Grey Cup Champions in '74. He was one of Marv Levy Favorites - and one of the Players too! RIP - MONGO
Mary Jane Schture
July 11, 2016
There are no words to describe my heartfelt sadness on Steve's passing ... As fierce as Steve was on the field he was equally gentle and kind off the field .. To his family I say I was privileged to know and love him... Bless you all at this time.
Dan Holmes
June 30, 2016
Steve all the best on the other side and have a drink or two with China, he went to early too! Sarg will pick up tab when he gets there!
Dan Holmes
Mark Hepburn
June 30, 2016
My heart felt condolences to Steve's family. Although we went our separate paths many years ago I have always remembered Steve as a truly special person, one who made a differencce in all the lives he touched. RIP Steve...
Belinda Gare
June 30, 2016
Steve was a memorable presence well beyond his Alouette years. Thank you for your colourful stories and all the laughs.
Bill Canniff
June 30, 2016
Play as hard in heaven as you did on earth. God speed.
Howard Selinger
June 29, 2016
Steve was a really special individual, always pleasant and considerate to others.My sincerest condolences to his family.
June 29, 2016
So sad to hear of Steve's passing. My husband and I worked with Steve at SWCP in the early 80's and have many great memories of him. Condolences to his family. Rest in Peace Steve
Lynn Young & Fred Meyer
John Lyster
June 29, 2016
We met when Steve came to Montreal. My deepest sympathy to the family on behalf of the staff of the former G.T. Car Service.
Ron Frost
June 29, 2016
Sympathies to the family . I remember Steve's favorite explanation for everything " Rhythm, Harmony & Balance ".. RIP my friend
June 29, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to the Ferrughelli family.
Catherine T.
Doran H.S. Class of '75
benny "benjamin" chan
June 29, 2016
My sympathies to the Ferrughelli family.Going to miss you my dear friend , Rest in peace .
John Kinal
June 29, 2016
To the Ferrughelli family, Please accept my deepest sympathies as you mourn Stephen. He was a fierce competitor on the football field, but a gentle man, with a kind heart off the field. Alouettes Alumni member,
Carol Ann Santia (Michnowski)
June 29, 2016
Heartfelt sympathies to the Ferrughelli family. It is hard to imagine Steve is no longer with us. We will keep him in our prayers.
Rest in peace, Steve xox
Glen Roy
June 29, 2016
Stunned to learn of Stevens passing. Brings back fond memories of nights at the pub and a night where he had a bunch of friends over for supper. RIP my friend
Kasey Cree
June 29, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Ferrughelli family at this difficult time. I remember Steve as a great guy on and off the field...may he Rest In Peace.
Peace, Love & Time Steve
Kasey Cree
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