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Stephen Eckert Obituary

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STEPHEN C. ECKERT, age 73 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Sharon Eckert (nee Rety) for 27 years. Cherished son of the late Judge Charles Eckert and Mary Katherine Eckert (nee Lirgg); dear brother of Patricia Hostetler (Alan); loving uncle of Melanie Hostetler, Michael Hostetler (Kim Holland) and Stephanie Van Horn (Hunter); great-uncle of Caden, Caleb and Gage Hostetler; dearest cousin and friend of many. Passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2020. Memorials may be forwarded to the Cleveland Animal Protective League, 1729 Willey Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113 or Southwest Unitarian Universalist Church. Celebration of Stephen's life at Southwest Unitarian Universalist Church, 6320 Royalton Rd, North Royalton, OH 44133 on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 2:00 PM. Private Interment at North Royalton Cemetery. Cremation by Busch Crematory. 440-842-7800 www.buschcares.com

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February 27, 2020

Portia Morgan

Steve was one of the Social Studies teachers at John F. Kennedy High school. He was an excellent teacher and the students learned much from being in his classes. As the department head I enjoyed working with him. My prayers go out to his family. Steve will surely be missed by family and friends.

Portia Morgan

February 27, 2020

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Missy Lee

My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. Mr. Eckert was my World History teacher at JFK. He was an excellent teacher. He was tough,held us accountable and ensured we learned. He also had a great sense of humor. I remember he loved coke or diet coke and always rubbed his shoulder against his face. I only have happy memories of him. I appreciate everything he taught me. May he rest in the loving arms of the Lord.

Missy Lee
JFK
Class of 1996

February 19, 2020

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George R. Bakalar

I knew Steve as a teaching colleague at John F. Kennedy High School in the Cleveland Municipal District where I taught 1980's under my retirement in 2006. We had a friendly relationship. I trust that he is at peace. I intend to make a donation to the Animal Protective League in his memory. George R. Bakalar

February 7, 2020

Rob Morley and Crew Riverfront

Sharon,
We are all very sorry to learn of Steve's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much strength and love,

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6320 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133

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