Steve Raddatz

Dear Gina,

I was deeply saddened when I heard the news about Steve. Our team put together some photos and videos that we had with Steve in them and someone should see that you get these if they have not already. Steve's help and encouragement made the the building of our mission plane possible, and this aircraft will serve the needs of many in the Amazon for many years because of his service to us. I am sorry that I could not come back from Brazil at this time, but you and the ...

June 6th, 2009

Gina,

I'm so sorry to hear about Steve. I did't know him except through servicing him with his bank transactions a few times. He was very polite and had a friendly personality. This is such a horrible tragedy, however, God is in control and has a plan very special for Steve.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gina and Austin,

I know for certain that we never lose the people we care for. They continue to play a part in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared Steve's friendship.

Steve took me up in my first ariplane experience in his RV-4 at an EAA fly in at his hanger! Such a lovable spirit witll never be forgotten, I will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with Gina and Austin.

Gina,

Dan and I were so sorry to hear about Steve's accident. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Steve was a great guy, and will be missed by so many. If there is anything at all that we can do, please give us a call, you know we will be there.

Love,

Dear Gina,
We heard about Steve's accident while trying to get the class reunion together on Facebook. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I hope your pain heals quickly and are left with only the wonderful memories you have made together. God Bless.

To Steve's family,

I am sorry to hear of your lose! Steve was a great guy! I rememeber all the good times we had together as kids; hunting and fishing!...

I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers! God bless you!

Steve was one of my first friends here in the Florence area. He made me feel more than welcome. He will be deeply missed by myself and my family. I can't imagine how much you and your family will miss him. He was truly a wonderful person. May god be with you and your family during this time of loss.

Gina,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Austin, I heard the news thru Curwood. Steve was great kid, not sure if you new this but I used to babysit for him and his brother Randy. We had some good times and those memories are what I am thinking about now, I hope that is what you will be able to do to get you thru this difficult time.