It is with profound sadness that we share the news that Stephen Burt Tsolis, 59, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly of an apparent cardiac arrest on January 4, 2026, in Richmond, Virginia. Born on March 21,1966, in New Haven, Connecticut, Steve lived a life marked by devotion to family, a fascination with nature, and an unforgettable sense of humor that left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Steve wholeheartedly invested the last 20 years of his life as a stay-at-home parent —a role he embraced with pride and unwavering commitment. His children were the very heart of his world, and he poured his energy into creating a home overflowing with laughter, support, and unconditional love.
Steve had a magnetic personality - larger than life in every sense, with an appetite for adventure and travel. Whether riding his motorcycle down twisty mountain roads on three continents or captaining a boat across numerous bodies of water, he found joy and freedom in the open air. Steve had a deep appreciation for live music concerts, where he reveled in the rhythm of the music with his signature dance moves.
Most recently, one could find Steve in a theater learning more about Tess's passion; or on the sidelines of many a lacrosse field recording & rooting for Aidan; or bringing almost daily donuts to the wonderful folks at Brandermill Woods taking care of his mother.
Steve is lovingly remembered by his wife Anastasia Dzura; his children Tess and Aidan Tsolis; his mother Lois Tsolis; his sister Dawn (Tsolis) Plumb; his aunt Laura Cahalen; his uncle Ronald Tsolis (Rebecca Tsolis); his nephew Christopher Plumb; his niece Chelsea Plumb (Gabriel Luci); and his honorary brother Roger Shorey.
Steve was preceded in death by his father Stephen Eugene Tsolis; his son Stephen Richard Tsolis; his sister Wendy Ann (Tsolis) Carter; brother-in-law Marvin L. Carter; and uncle Paul Cahalen.
For those in the Virgina community, a remembrance ceremony will be held in the afternoon of January 31, 2026. In the spring, family & friends will gather to celebrate Steve's life on his beloved Connecticut shoreline. Details of both events will be shared via social media.
In lieu of flowers, please donate in Steve's name to the Long Island Sound Partnership or an animal rescue agency of your choice. Steve's love for animals was boundless - even for Lucy, the family's current headstrong labrador retriever, as his phone photo gallery is full of their adventures together.
May Steve's memory continue to inspire laughter and love in the hearts of those who knew him.
Steve wholeheartedly invested the last 20 years of his life as a stay-at-home parent —a role he embraced with pride and unwavering commitment. His children were the very heart of his world, and he poured his energy into creating a home overflowing with laughter, support, and unconditional love.
Steve had a magnetic personality - larger than life in every sense, with an appetite for adventure and travel. Whether riding his motorcycle down twisty mountain roads on three continents or captaining a boat across numerous bodies of water, he found joy and freedom in the open air. Steve had a deep appreciation for live music concerts, where he reveled in the rhythm of the music with his signature dance moves.
Most recently, one could find Steve in a theater learning more about Tess's passion; or on the sidelines of many a lacrosse field recording & rooting for Aidan; or bringing almost daily donuts to the wonderful folks at Brandermill Woods taking care of his mother.
Steve is lovingly remembered by his wife Anastasia Dzura; his children Tess and Aidan Tsolis; his mother Lois Tsolis; his sister Dawn (Tsolis) Plumb; his aunt Laura Cahalen; his uncle Ronald Tsolis (Rebecca Tsolis); his nephew Christopher Plumb; his niece Chelsea Plumb (Gabriel Luci); and his honorary brother Roger Shorey.
Steve was preceded in death by his father Stephen Eugene Tsolis; his son Stephen Richard Tsolis; his sister Wendy Ann (Tsolis) Carter; brother-in-law Marvin L. Carter; and uncle Paul Cahalen.
For those in the Virgina community, a remembrance ceremony will be held in the afternoon of January 31, 2026. In the spring, family & friends will gather to celebrate Steve's life on his beloved Connecticut shoreline. Details of both events will be shared via social media.
In lieu of flowers, please donate in Steve's name to the Long Island Sound Partnership or an animal rescue agency of your choice. Steve's love for animals was boundless - even for Lucy, the family's current headstrong labrador retriever, as his phone photo gallery is full of their adventures together.
May Steve's memory continue to inspire laughter and love in the hearts of those who knew him.
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