Edward Richard "Rick" Stege

Worked on some cases with Rick, he was very smart and dedicated. Sorry for his loss.

I just learned of Rick's passing. I was deeply saddened. I worked with Rick for many years and felt we had a special kinship. I always thought of him as a friend. He was a great lawyer and I treasure the time I got to know him.

Mr. Stege was the consummate professional and always a pleasure to work with. I had the opportunity to seek his suggestions years ago, when I took the Bench. I have never forgotten his kindness and generosity. Condolences to all who held him dear.
Judge Nancy Margaret Russo
Common Pleas Court

On behalf of the Vanguards of Cleveland-Minority Firefighters I wish to extend our sincere condolences to the family. Rick was not only our lawyer he was our friend.

Rick was a wonderful volunteer lawyer for the Cleveland and Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Associations, especially with the Ethics Committee. His dedication and insight was a blessing. Our thoughts are with your family.

As the oldest of four boys, Rick served as a leader for all of his younger brothers. Each of us ended up following the path Rick set in terms of the types of colleges we attended, attending graduate school (two of us also at the University of Wisconsin Law School) and in living lives that were, in different ways, dedicated to forms of public service.

Rick was strong-willed, diligent and very capable. He took pride in his work.

I sought Rick's counsel when considering whether...

I'm so sorry to hear it. I only knew Rick a little bit, but he was such a wonderful, smart, sincere, and energetic presence.

On behalf of the faculty, students, and staff of Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, we extend our deepest condolences to the Stege family. Rick was an excellent Adjunct Professor and we will miss his dedication to our students and his experience and expertise.

My deepest sympathy to the Entire family. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.