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Stephen KERSKER Obituary

KERSKER, Stephen M. 62, died Jan. 29, 2013. We honor him as a son, an uncle, a veteran, an advocate, a friend and our brother. Steve was loving, charismatic, annoying, humble, spiritual, bizarre, generous, happy, athletic, disciplined, intelligent, and brave. Well done, Steve. RIP. We'll meet you at the gate. Love, Susie, Mike and Polly.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Feb. 10, 2013.

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Ann Besson

February 15, 2013

I met Stephen only once but have heard many stories through the years about his generosity and commitment to helping others. With compassion to the family for the loss of the Kersker brothers...
Ann

Linda McGaughey

February 14, 2013

Although I'd know Polly for years, and traveled the world with Peter, I didn't meet Stephen until 2000. I then spent many hours a week with him over a 3 year time period, while feeding the less fortunate of our citizens in St Pete. Stephen was quite unique and touched alot of lives.
I think the sentiments in his obit-written by his loving siblings was perfect. I know the void that his passing, as well as his brother Peter, is palpable. I hope their knowing that they are both now free from their suffering is comforting, and a lot of happy memories will sustain them.

Shirley Jackson

February 11, 2013

I didn't know Steve well, I only met him a few times. But I felt I knew him because of the stories his dad told me about Stephen and all of the Kersker childre. My youngest son was named Steve. I knew he had problems like many of us do. However, I know that Stephen was a wonderful person who cared about others and helped as many as he could. When I would see him he was kind and loving. I'm glad that he can now be free from pain and see his mom, dad, And Peter again. RIP. You were a good person who will be missed!

RONNIE GARLAND

February 10, 2013

REST IN PIECE STEVE. IT HAS BEEN MANY YEARS SINCE WE TALKED.YOU WERE A BIG AND IMPORTANT PART OF OUR FOOTBALL TEAM CLASS OF 1967 AT ST PETE HIGH.I HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES HAVEING DINNER YOUR PARENTS HOUSE AFTER OUR GAMES.STEVE YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED FOR ALL THE GOOD THINGS YOU DID FOR YOUR FELLOW MAN. ENJOY YOUR JOURNEY
YOUR TEAMMATE RON

February 10, 2013

Will miss seeing your smiling face come into the Director's Office at Bay Pines. Loved your stories and hearing your progress throughout the years.

Know how much it meant to you to live with Polly and family these last months. What a great family you had! I will see coach McClay and be sure he is aware, as he thought so highly of you. Thoughts and prayers to all of your family.

Jill Havener Davis

Steve

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Marjorie, Grammy Kersker & Steve

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Peter W, Polly, Mike & Steve 1950

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Mike, Janice, Susie, Polly, & Steve 9/2000

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Stevie Kersker

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Steve Kersker Jr High?

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Steve Kersker High School Senior

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Peter, Steve, Mike, Manny & Grammy 1968

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Peter B. Kersker Family

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wally staff

February 10, 2013

an old friend from school says bye to you and your brother, Peter. a sad month for all who enjoyed your humor and special touches to all your friends.

Steve & Susie 2005

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February 10, 2013

Steve,
Second in life, Second in death, First in Heaven. I think God gave us last year as a gift so that we could grow to know and love each other truly as brother and sister.
Forever thankful I am,
Your sister Susie

Frank Rodica

February 10, 2013

Great guy. I will miss you. Would see steve at gold's gym and around.

Rich Brooks

February 10, 2013

You are with Jesus now my friend and your pain is gone forever.

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