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1992
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2020
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Stephen Meehan Obituary
He was born March 5, 1992, and was a cherished son of Michael and Sandra (Fernando) Meehan, New Philadelphia.
Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Albert "Flip" and Alice Fernando and Helen Florida, and his uncles and aunt, Brian and Janice Fernando and Mark Starzetsky.
In addition to his parents, Stephen is survived by his sister, Erin Meehan and boyfriend, Tyler Mariano, of Telford; aunts and uncles, Vincent Meehan, Eileen and Vern Baver, Keith and Lori Fernando; cousins, Angela, Ryan, Michelle, Allison, Aidan, Bella and Oliver; devoted girlfriend, Erin Pernick, extended family and friends.
Stephen was a 2010 Pottsville Area High School graduate and studied at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Stephen was so much more than a cancer diagnosis. He was kind-hearted and sensitive, a person always thinking of others, with such a big heart. He had a love for art, music, gardening, family vacations, attending concerts and 76ers basketball games. His recent hobbies included drone flying and 3D printing. Most importantly, Stephen enjoyed spending time with the people he loved. He will be greatly missed.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank all of the medical professionals involved in Stephen's care over the years. Your kindness and compassion will never be forgotten.
Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, June 25, at Thomas J. Bartashus Funeral Home, New Philadelphia, followed by a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Parish Center, formerly Sacred Heart Church, New Philadelphia.
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Allen Buehner
June 24, 2020
Mike and family so sorry for your loss. I know it has been a long struggle for your son and family. May your family find peace and strength in the time to come. The hurt and pain will always be there, but time ,family and friends will ease the hurt. Peace be with you all. Albie and Joan.
Jacquie Wapinsky
June 24, 2020
Meehan family,I am deeply sorry for your loss. Stephen was a kind young man. He always had a smile on his face. With deepest sympathy
Jacquie Wapinsky
Former High School Principal at PASD
Alicyn DeLellis
June 24, 2020
In every situation he was always the kindest and funniest person in the room. He would go out of his way to make you feel loved and that genuineness is so hard to find these days
Stacy Hubiak
June 24, 2020
Very sorry for your loss Fernando Family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Hubiak Family
Ronnie and Kim
June 24, 2020
We are so sad to learn of Stephen's passing. We may never understand God's plan, but we must trust that there is a purpose why he was called up so early in his life.
Our thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
Love, Ronnie and Kim
June 24, 2020
I was very fortunate to have known Stephen as his soccer coach. We had a great group of kids and Stephen was always present, willing to do his best and hanging onto every word of encouragement. Sandy and Mike and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Matt, Kareen and I will always hold fond memories of Stephen.
love Jonathan Witkin
Ronae Kane
June 24, 2020
You will be missed Stephen, I will cherish the memories of working at the hospital with you and the shenanigans lol. My condanlances Meehan family❤
Cyndi Wile
June 24, 2020
This world will surely be less bright without this amazing young Man as part of it. I've told him many times he was nothing short of a warrior and will always be a hero in my eyes. I will carry his love and laughter and his memory with me for all the days of my life. To my Cousin's Sandy and Mike and their Daughter Erin, my thoughts and prayers will remain with you always, nothing I can say can ease your pain, just know how very much I love you all. Rest peacefully Steven, may your light shine bright in the Heavens above, to say you will be missed is inadequate. Love you forever.
Tiffany Moll
June 24, 2020
Our deepest condolences to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Moll Family
Hunter Rulavage
June 23, 2020
Stephen was such a light in this world. For the years I played baseball with him, he was always one of my favorite teammates. He did what was asked of him to help the team, he wasn't a showboat or boastful. Back then, he wasn't the biggest kid, but he always tried his hardest. When I heard he had cancer, I knew he would fight it his hardest; he would give it his all just as he did on the ballfield... and so he did. My condolences to his family, but know he rests now in the arms of God with no need to fight anymore. May God bless you in your time of grief.
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