BEN S. STEFANSKI II

I just read this. He was my friend, and client for so many years. I moved to
To Oregon 19 years ago, and we lost touch. Tonight I thought of him and all the fun we had, dancing, partying with friends, talking about all the many wonders of Cleveland, his family, the gifts they gave the city, I'm so sad he is gone. He knew my family, my daughters, my friends. He was kind and such a sweet man to all . I have missed him for all these years, and now, tonight, when I thought to call him, it is...

Ben was one of the most unique, energetic and interesting people that I have ever known. He could not be dissuaded when he had something on his mind! Ben was a social butterfly and loved people. Everyone was his friend. Nothing could stop him, and nothing was an obstacle that could not be overcome. This was clear in his work with the Gardens, the boards that he sat on, and his church. He was kind, funny, and generous. He was a landlord that was always ready to help one of his tenants in need....

Sincere condolences to all who loved Ben. May they find peace and comfort.

Ben's passion and enthusiasm for projects close to his heart had a ripple effect! It was during the restoration of the Pawerewski monument in the Polish Cultural Garden that we were pulled in by his commitment to honor heritage and relatives who had been active components of Cleveland's success. Katie's father-in-law, John S. Pilch, was councilman and City Commissioner. Pat' transplanted flowers from her grandmother's garden in the St. Cassie neighborhood. Laurel gripped the podium and spoke...

Tina,
My heartfelt condolences to yourself and our family. In reading, your father left a great legacy in works and family. A great loss.
In my prayers,
Denise Kadas/WTI