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Stephen Rabitz Obituary
Charlotte, NY: Passed away suddenly at the age of 61. Predeceased by his parents, Walter and Lucy Rabitz. Survived by his brother, Walter (Patricia) Rabitz; niece, Lindsay Rabitz (Keith Mikel); nephew, Brian Rabitz; numerous lifelong friends and beloved extended family, including his Gala and McGee families. Tippy lived life to the fullest and enjoyed golfing, skiing, boating, motorcycling and traveling. He retired from the Genesee Brewery after many years of service. Tippy was a proud lifelong Charlotte resident. He was a generous and kindhearted soul and he will be deeply missed.
Family and friends may call at Thomas Thursday August 31st from 4 to 6pm. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, September 1st at 11am at Holy Cross Church. Private Inurnment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lollypop Farm or Holy Cross Church in Tippy's name.
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September 13, 2017
I just learned of Tippy's passing and am so very saddened by the news .. We were neighbors for 18 yrs 1989-2007 and he was the best !!! Many prayers and blessings sent for his family and friends... I was blessed to see him on 8/23 and will for-ever cherish that memory.. My condolences to all :(
- Barb
Lollypop Farm
September 5, 2017
Our thoughts are with Tippy's family and friends at this sad time.
Deb Christmas
September 1, 2017
So sorry to hear about Tippy- Walter, Patty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Deb & Bill Christmas
Mark Drennon
September 1, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My condolences to Walter, Patty and the rest of the family.
Val Payne
August 31, 2017
You left this world way to soon you will be missed old friend until we meet again
Sue Kimble
August 31, 2017
Will miss you everyday. And will never forget our talks.
Don Gala, Ph.D.
August 31, 2017
Steve's light will burn forever in our hearts. Again, my deepest condolences.
Don & Katy Gala
August 31, 2017
My condolences to Walter, Patty, and the rest of our family and his friends. This loss is heavy. It's without saying that my greatest sadness is for Walter, but I want to remind him that he has family that loves him, and ask that he remain strong. Steve will be greatly missed, and will remain heavy on my heart.
Peter O'Connor
August 31, 2017
Requiesce in pace
Debby Clark
August 30, 2017
Cousins Debby and Bill Clark will miss you sweet and gentle Tippy. Until we meet again in heave...
Debby Clark
August 30, 2017
Cousins Debby and Bill Clark will miss you my kind and gentle Tippy. Until we meet again in heaven...
Greg Parina
August 30, 2017
Tippy you left this Earth way too soon, God speed to a much better place I hope brother
Patty rabitz
August 30, 2017
Tippy our lives will be so sad and lonely without you. The holidays will be so very hard not hearing your knock on our door. We were so very blessed to have you as a brother, uncle, my brother in law.
We will try to go on and see you again someday. We will miss your smile and your loving heart.
BOB S
August 30, 2017
TIPPY, THANKS FOR PICKING ME UP WHEN I WAS DOWN. GODSPEED TIP. I'LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE. BOB S.
August 30, 2017
Thank for being part of my life Take care tip. Tweet
August 29, 2017
Tippy you will be missed greatly, we love you buddy.You will always be on the golf course with me.Our prayers go out to his family and friends,may God be by your side. Craig and Patti Roberts, Key West Florida
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