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Robert McGonigle
April 29, 2024
Stephen, the 14th anniversary of your passing is approaching. I have heard much about you and your successes from your Mom (may she rest in the loving arms of Jesus), your dear father, Pat, and you siblings. I wished I had had a chance to meet you and get to know you. Rest in Peace Stephen. May the arms of Jesus embrace you and fill you with all you have longed for. God bless you!
Patrick W. McGonigle
April 28, 2024
I miss every day Son, but now your Mother & Brother are with you. I plan to have a Mass said for all of you soon. Love Pat/Dad.
Scott Routt
May 4, 2022
The positive impact and memories of special people remain long after they're gone. Steve belongs to this exclusive club.
Patrick & Shirley McGonigle
May 3, 2022
Remembering on this day, all the joy & happyinest you brought into our lives, Miss you as always.Love yo.
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Donna Harris
April 28, 2022
Hey little Brother, it truly seems impossible that you have been gone for 12 years! I thought of you today as I always do when I´m playing a tennis match. I call on your strength and ability to help
me through Ladies Thursday tennis! ! You would´ve been a great coach . Love you
Joanie Hawthorne
April 28, 2021
Continued thoughts & prayers for y’all! We still share wonderful memories of recording the voices of Derango & Bumba. Recently we were in Florida driving in the Tampa/Clearwater area & were reminiscing about our weekly drive from Orlando to the studio over there to do our voiceover recordings. Steve would do the occasional pop in visit to the voices team & we’d always love to see him! May his creative legacy live on & we’ll always be grateful for the opportunity of being the voices Derango & Bumba! Rest easy our brother until we meet again & continued peace & comfort to all those who hold you near & dear! Conrad & Joanie Hawthorne AKA voices of Derango & Bumba
Robert McGonigle
May 3, 2020
Stephen, I know your parents think of you and your brother every day. Their love is unending and always will be. You are never far from their thoughts...I remember you in my prayers. God bless and keep you!
Patrick McGonigle
April 28, 2020
Hello Stephen: I wonder? do they serve birthday cake in Heaven? Mom & I miss you so much but are comforted that you have no worries or pain now and are at peace.
Bruce Foulke
May 17, 2013
I am deeply saddened to learn of Steve's passing. I had the privilege of working with him while I was Music Supervisor on The Reppies. My thoughts go out to his family.
Robert McGonigle
April 4, 2013
It is so hard to believe that almost 3 years have gone by...Stephen know that you are still remembered at each Mass I attend and whenever I see your parents or hear from them you immediately come to mind. During this Season of Easter we are reminded of the blessed assurance that our bodies will rise from the grave in glory as did our Lord's and the circle will be unbroken. I know your parents' love and memory of and for you has not diminished but has grown. God Bless you cousin and I pray to meet you in the glory of heaven!
Brian McBride
April 3, 2013
I just discovered the sad news of Steve's passing. I worked with Steve and Pat on the series The Reppies and always was impressed with Steve as a person. I'm very saddened by his passing and wish his family only the best in coping with his loss. I look forward to the day I'll see you again my friend!
Donna Harris
May 7, 2012
Hey Steve, just checking in to let you know everything is ok down here! Ryann and Lance are doing well and how proud you must be that, they have continued their strong faith and spread Gods' word. I pray that their hearts will mend and that they will always remember what an incredible life they had with the most amazing father ever!!
Robert and Jennifer McGonigle
June 15, 2011
Hello Stephen, My wife and I had lunch with your mom and dad yesterday. What a joy it was not only to visit with them but to see "Stephen's Shrine" where your memory is honored with pictures including the "Pennies from heaven". The love your mom and dad has for you has not diminished but continues to grow. I never tire of hearing the stories of your love as a father and the importance of your children in your life. God bless you Stephen and I know that you are aware of my rememberance of you at each Mass I attend. Rest in peace!
Donna Harris
June 14, 2011
Thinking of you sweet brother and remembering all the fun we had growing up. You were such a great brother and good person. We all miss you and love you so much, Donna
April 23, 2011
Stephen : Well Son, it was one year ago today, that was the last time we talked to each other. Of course I did not know that you only had a short time left, but you were concerned about my health and never mentioned any thing about how you were feeling. Stephen, God blessed your Mom & I by sending you to us, and we are so thankfull for the time we shared. I love and miss you. Dad
Joanie Hawthorne
March 16, 2011
Wow- we just learned of the death of Steve this past week- almost a year later! I am the voice of Bumba & my husband, Conrad is the voice of Durango. We were so sadden to hear & just wanted to send Pat & the family our condolences. We are so honored to have known Steve & to have been a part of The Reppies! Our thoughts & prayers are with the family & we know we will see you again "When We All Get to Heaven!"
January 27, 2011
I'm Scott Routt. I played football with Steve at Chamblee and was in his graduation class. I'm writing this in January of 2011 because I just learned of his passing this week.
I used to see Steve at youth wrestling tournaments. I was a coach and I'd see Steve with his son. Parents of wrestlers put in a lot of time and effort for their children, which means the care deeply. I'd always walk away from our meetings thinking that Steve was an excellent Dad.
I entered Chamblee High School in the middle of eighth grade. Before that, I'd moved around a lot and had attended many different schools. I knew how hard it was to be the new kid. Its okay in elementary school, but as kids get older, they've established their friendships and aren't always welcoming of the new kid.
I can't remember how old Steve was when he got to Chamblee. I do remember his sister was a senior. I think the reason I can't remember when Steve came to Chamblee is because it felt like he was always there. He was the new kid but it was as if he had lived there all his life.
Steve made it all look so easy. He was cool, good looking, a great athlete, a nice person, and friendly. He took Chamblee by storm. I've never seen anyone before or since who could take a challenging situation, turn it into gold and make it look easy.
Because of my experience in being a "new kid", I had a great appreciation for what he was able to do in such a short time at our school. He was truly that special.
Now that I'm older and have teenage children of my own, I know that his family played a big role in making him so special. I met Steve's father through business but I never met his mother. My heart goes out to his parents because I lost a baby son and have an inkling of what their loss feels like.
I wish I had known the adult Steve and his family better because I'm sure I would have loved them. Steve had a way of attracting good people to him and he also had a way of making those people even better.
I have great expectations for his children, not because I expect them to live up to their father's memory but because I honestly believe he planted a seed of character that will take them far in life.
I'm genuinely sorry for his family's loss, his friends' loss, and the word's loss.
Sincerely,
Scott Routt
Ryann McGonigle
September 3, 2010
I miss you so much daddy! i love you, and i know that you are in a better place. I have my first competition tomorrow morning and I'll be thinking of you, and I know how proud you would be. i love you and miss you, Ryann.
Shirley McGonigle
May 21, 2010
Stephen:
My beloved Son! Oh how I miss you, hearing, "Hey Mom" and ending in "I love you", your sweet smile, warm bear hugs and a kiss on my cheek. We were all so blessed to have you in our life. Steve, you were a wonderful Son, Husband, Father and Friend to many. From the time you were a small child Beefy, you loved and excelled in all sports. You coached Ryann and Lance from the time they were old enough to play. Steve, you were a very involved Father, the children's education, church, doctor's appointments and all aspects of their lives. Steve, you are the only father I know of who went to most if not all of the doctor's visits before the children were born, looking at the sonograms and listening to their little heartbeats. Your adored your children before they were born. In recent years Stephen you shared one of your favorite prayers with me that now gives me comfort as follows " God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference" I will miss you forever, Rest in Peace my Son, until we meet again, all my love, Mom
May 19, 2010
Steve,
You would be so proud to see Ryann yesterday as she told me about her latest CRCT scores, she was so proud that she exceeded in Reading, Language Arts and Math! She doesn't have the rest back, but I'm sure you knew that she was beaming with confidence, what an awesome way to enter high school this fall with great test scores and grades. And now on to Lance, that little sucker exceeded in Reading, Language Arts, and Social Studies, he too is waiting for the other results. Lance was also personally called by the Liberty Middle school football coach and asked to join their team next year. He said, "I don't know what yall have done to raise him, but that's the kind of kid I want on my team!" You and I always knew we did something right when it came to Ryann and Lance! That was always our promise to each other, be the best friends and parents we could be, no matter what, and everyone knows and saw that!
The kids and I are finding more peace each day because of our strong faith in Jesus Christ and the promises that he made for us. We know God erased all ill feelings, pain, sickness, and stress, you will never feel or think of any of those again. What an amazing gift from God to do that for us when he brings us home.
We still listen to the last voice-mails that you left on the kids phones, calling to say "Good night" and of course "I love you," those messages will never be erased, nor will all of the pictures and film that you were so proud of filming over the years. I think you literally got everything on film and we will cherish that forever. The kids know who their Daddy is, and they will always be so proud of the wonderful life that you gave them.
We love you very much!
Alli, Ryann and Lance
Craig McGonigle
May 18, 2010
To my brother Steve,
I will always have my memories of our youth and the adventures we shared, the great times we had. When I think back on these moments, I laugh and smile. I've struggled with what to share as I think of your legacy and memory. I have found a quote which I think speaks of any mans life.
"FOR WHEN THE ONE GREAT SCORER COMES
TO WRITE AGAINST YOUR NAME
HE WRITES NOT THAT YOU WON OR LOST
BUT HOW YOU PLAYED THE GAME
Peace be with you Steve, your brother and in Christ,
Craig McGonigle
May 17, 2010
My dear Son, I miss you so much. I wish that I could have taken away your pain and could have done more for you. You never complained, Why Me! I know you are in Heaven and that I will see you again. You were a wonderful Son. Dad
Scott Johnwon
May 17, 2010
I knew and loved Steve from a long way away. He and his dad, Pat, hired me as an attorney to recover some unpaid royalties due their company back in the early 1990's. What followed over the years was a friendship that meant much to me. I admired Steve's ethics, his forthright manner and his strength. I especially admired his sense of humor and his love for his family. Steve, you will be dearly missed. Scott Johnson
Donna Harris
May 15, 2010
Missing your laughter! I find comfort knowing you have no worries and every day is a blessed one for you.
Love you and think of you every single day.
Trish Neal
May 12, 2010
Steve was the best brother a girl could ever wish for. He was also such a loving and proud father. I'll miss you till the day we meet again, but I know your sweet spirit lives on.
Jessica Huffman
May 11, 2010
Allison, so sorry to hear about Steve. Just passed by your home in Lake Forest and thought of you guys. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Kathy (Reinhard) Beach
May 10, 2010
Uncle Pat, Aunt Shirley, Mike, Debbie, Craig, Donna, Kim, Kevin, and Trisha. I was shocked to hear of Steve's passing. It's hard to keep in touch with the family scattered across the states, but I hear updates from my mom as to what everyone is doing. Steve was a very talented guy and he will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Love to you all!
May 10, 2010
Dear Pat and Shirey and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Lynn (Bunner) Banker
Donna Harris
May 9, 2010
Steve, you will forever be in my heart and with me in spirit. Love you my sweet brother.
Steve and Ryann
Debbie Gabriel
May 9, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful brother. I will love you and miss you always.
Ken Kosbab
May 8, 2010
Dear McGonigle Family, I was shocked to read of Steve's "Beefy's" passing. I only knew him for about five years 73' to 78' when you lived on Clark Dr. I lost contact with him when you moved but I would think of him often when I'd pass your old house. I lived just around the corner at Clark and Bryan Circle. I remember we would walk to middle school together and played soccer together. I remember he was a great friend and sounds like he went on to be a great dad and live an amazing life that was too short. May his memory live on and may God bless your family in this time of loss and sorrow.
Cindy Bruce Nolan
May 8, 2010
Eternal Life
Cindy Bruce Nolan
May 8, 2010
To my dear friends, The McGonigle Family: The love within your family is abundant and where there is love, there is peace also. As you heal with each passing day from your loss of your beloved Steve, may you find comfort in the loving memories you hold in your hearts today and always, and in all ways. May peace be with you all. Love and prayers~
Alisa (Cleveland) Owens
May 8, 2010
Dear McGonigle Family<
I heard today of Steve's passing and wanted to send my prayers to all the family, especially Kym and Kevin, whom were in my grade at Chamblee HS. I know this is a difficult time, but my prayer is for peace to each of you.
Love-
May 7, 2010
Dearest McGonigle Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Steve was such a wonderful man and exceptional father to his children Ryann and Lance. I will miss him terribly until we meet again.
The Robertson Family
Mari Driskell Hornsby
May 7, 2010
I just learned of Steve's sudden passing and would like to send my condolences to the McGonigle family. I have fond memories of the McGonigles from both OLA church and Chamblee High School. Steve will be missed.
May 6, 2010
Dear McGonigle family, Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Steve (Beefy) was such a special person whose life touched many others in such a positive way. May the comfort that can only come from Jesus surround you and your precious family. Gary and Cynthia Kinman
May 6, 2010
pat and shirly sorry for the loss of your son steve may god bless your family.nick and bonnie mcgonigle of columbus,ohio
“Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid...for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor fo
Donna Harris
May 6, 2010
“Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid...for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor fo
Donna Harris
May 6, 2010
Robert and Jennifer McGonigle
May 5, 2010
Dear Pat, Shirley and all the family of Steve McGonigle: Words cannot express the shock at learning of Steve's death and the loss and devastation you are feeling. Take trust in Steven's Faith in Jesus Christ and know that you will once again see him. A Mass is being said in the chapel of The Dominican Friars of St. Patrick Church, Columbus, Ohio for the repose of Steve. Eternal Rest Grant Unto Steve Oh Lord and let Your Perpetual Light Embrace him...
God Bless.
Sandra Schreiber
May 4, 2010
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Much too soon and so heartbreaking.
I will pray for all of the McGonigle family during this difficult time.
Melissa Kemp
May 4, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Friends at Brainy Baby
May 4, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Stephanie and Dennis Fedoruk
May 4, 2010
We are so sorry about Steve's sudden passing and are praying for comfort and peace for the whole family during this time. May your hearts be healed as you sense the Lord's comforting presence.
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