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Stephen Lehrer

1950 - 2021

Stephen Lehrer obituary, 1950-2021, Cranston, RI

BORN

1950

DIED

2021

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Shalom Memorial Chapel - Cranston

1100 New London Avenue

Cranston, Rhode Island

Stephen Lehrer Obituary

Lehrer, Stephen
71, died Saturday, February 13, 2021 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Freda (Stone) Lehrer of Cranston for 43 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Saul and Helen (Resnick) Lehrer, he had lived in Cranston for 43 years, previously living on the East Side of Providence. He was a member of Temple Sinai in Cranston and Temple Emanu-El in Providence. He graduated from Hope High School in 1967, Brown University with a degree in Civil Engineering, and RIC with a Master's degree in education. He taught for over 30 years in the Bristol and then Bristol/Warren School System as a high school math teacher and technology coordinator. He was a trainer for Teachers in Technology. Stephen worked for years at Camp JORI as assistant director, and then starting in 1991 worked in the summers as program director at Camp Taconic in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. He was the volunteer usher coordinator at Trinity Repertory Company for many years. Stephen was an avid Boston sports fan, and enjoyed playing basketball at the JCC in Providence and riding his bike in the Berkshires.
Devoted father of Stacey Lehrer of Warwick and Andrew Lehrer and his wife, Jia Leung, of Cranston. Loving grandfather of Sophie Lehrer. Dear brother of Joanne Lehrer and her husband, Steven Chianesi, of Cranston. Uncle of Robert and Jeffrey Stone, and Christopher, Jennifer, and Matthew Chianesi.
Due to Covid-19, funeral services and shiva will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The Louis & Goldie Chester Full Plate Kosher Food Pantry (1165 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904), Trinity Repertory Company (201 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903), or your favorite charity. For online condolences, please visit ShalomMemorialChapel.com.

Published by The Providence Journal on Feb. 16, 2021.

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Looking at Steve's photo, I am reminded of the kind, caring, considerate man that he was.

Aurie McCarty

Other

February 10, 2024

So sorry to hear of your loss. We will miss Stephen at the theater when we usher in the future.

Deborah, Victoria, and Thomas Pfanstiehl

Coworker

February 17, 2021

To the Lehrer family, my sincere condolences on the passing of Stephen. Prayers to all of you and your family and friends. May he Rest in Peace.

Joe Del Sesto

Neighbor

February 17, 2021

You made math a magical event for our son, Benjamin, and you will forever remain his favorite teacher...thank you!
The McBride Family

February 17, 2021

Frida, so sorry for your loss. I have many old and great memories of Stephen. Time passes so quickly, I only wish that we could have known each other better.

Myron Waldman

Friend

February 17, 2021

to Stephen's family! I am an usher at ppac. Ushered with him often. Sadly, he will be missed. May his memory be a blessing.

Judy Phillips

Friend

February 17, 2021

Shalom to such a lovely, lovely, selfless man who will be missed. Fond memories volunteering at Trinity.

Aurie McCarty

Acquaintance

February 16, 2021

My condolences to Steve and his family! I always enjoyed playing basketball with Steve where we had many competitive games. He was the consummate teammate who used his scientific mind to always play smarter than anyone else. Will be missed.

Sam Neusner

Acquaintance

February 16, 2021

Joanne and Steve, so sorry for your loss.

Patricia Hepburn

Friend

February 16, 2021

My heart is full Freda. I’ll remember Stephen’s warm smile.

Elsie Foy

Friend

February 16, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Elsie Foy

Friend

February 16, 2021

My deepest sympathies to your family. Steve was a treasured member of the Bristol Warren Educational Community.
May he rest in peace.
Former Superintendent, Bristol Warren Regional Schools
Ed Mara

Edward Mara

Coworker

February 16, 2021

Martha E Tisdell

February 16, 2021

Stephen was a big help to me at Mt. Hope HS. Many fond memories going back to Bristol HS as well. My deepest sympathies to the family.

Rosemarie Gonsalves Lutz

Coworker

February 16, 2021

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