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John Springer Obituary
Vero Beach - John Steven "Steve" Springer, 67, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 23, 2019 at Cleveland Clinic - Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach. Steve was a gentle soul and a good man to all those he met. Steve was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia as the son of a Methodist preacher and English teacher. He graduated from Florida Southern University and went right to work for Merrill Lynch in Lakeland Florida as a stockbroker in 1981. Throughout his Merrill Lynch career, Steve has held several positions within the firm. In 1983, he opened up a new office for Merrill Lynch in Sebring Florida. After spending seven years in Sebring, he moved to Winter Park Florida where he took on the position of Resident Manager of the Florida futures Center before accepting a job transfer to manage the Vero Beach Florida Merrill Lynch office. He served as Resident Director in Vero Beach for roughly 21 -years before he recently stepped down so he could focus on helping his daughter Stephanie, also a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch, build their practice together. He was dedicated to his career with Merrill Lynch and truly loved all of the wonderful colleagues and clients he befriended over the years. Steve loved his family tremendously. He is survived by his adoring wife of 36 years, Norma Springer, whom he also met at Merrill Lynch. He loved being a husband to Norma, a father to Stephanie and Stacie and a grandfather to his precious grand-daughter Lily. He is also survived by his mother Joann Springer of Sebring, sister Joyce Hands of Groveland, brother David Springer of Sebring and Step-son Paul Rhoades of Orlando, and Step-son Mark Smith of West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his father Reverend John Springer. He was a member of The Community Church in Vero Beach and was a former Rotarian. Words cannot describe how much he will be missed. The family will receive friends 4-7 PM, Friday, September 6, 2019 at the Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach. A funeral service celebrating his life will begin at 10 AM, Saturday, September 7, 2019 at The Community Church of Vero Beach. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Cemetery in Vero Beach. A guest book is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.
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Stacie
September 28, 2019
Stacie
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Stacie
September 28, 2019
I miss you daddy. I always want you here. I could especially right now take your advice. Wish tomorrow morning we could wake up early as we are the early birds and drink coffee and just sit and have small talk about things. I love you and I miss you more than I could ever express ❤
Thomas Segura
September 6, 2019
Steve was one of the finest persons I have ever met , he always did the right thing his enormous character and pleasant temperament made a huge impression with all those he worked with he will be sorely missed .
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September 6, 2019
Stephanie and the Springer family our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father Steve .He was a true
gentleman and a great friend and mentor .We met Mr Springer in the early to mid 90 'sand what developed was a great and wonderful relationship . He took us under his wings and over the years guided us through good and bad with his advice and opinions . Never in any way did he make us feel small but always made us feel that our small savings were as big as any amount . He always said that we were his " American Dream " clients which made us very proud of ourselves . We enjoyed every meeting over the years that we have had and always valued his advice and insights .
What a great loss to all of us whose lives he has touched . We feel as though we have lost a big brother .
Again please accept our heartfelt condolences .
Virgil & Fazia Seeram
Gene and Monica Sessa
September 3, 2019
We met Mr Springer when we moved to Vero Beach and were immediately impressed by his attitude which exuded kindness, concern for our best interests and the apparent deep regard he had for his clients. We are certain that his loss leaves a deep hole in the hearts of those who loved him . Please accept our profound sympathies and condolences for your loss. We will remember Mr Springer fondly. He was truly a kind soul and his star will shine brightly in heaven
I will miss you forever until we meet again in Heaven.
Norma Springer
September 2, 2019
I will miss you forever. Until we meet again...
Norma Springer
September 2, 2019
You were the love of my life... until we meet again.
The best years of my life. <br />We were so Blessed dd
Norma Springer
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We lost "the best of the best". I love you forever daddy.
Me and my big brother Steve & Joyce
Joyce Hands
August 30, 2019
Steve, l will miss you more than I can even fathom. You truly are a warm, loving , kind soul...... just like our Daddy. I love you, Stevie!!
Christine Cole
August 30, 2019
Stacie and Family my condolences on your loss. I understand what it's like to loose a Daddy . Crying stops when your SOUL starts to heal. Hugs and is GOD is with you always.
Stacie Springer
August 29, 2019
I miss my daddy and I wish I could give him another hug. Give all of your loved ones the biggest hugs every time you see them.
Joseph Fessler
August 29, 2019
To Norma, Stephanie, Stacie, and all of Steve's family, We are deeply saddened, and so sorry for your loss. Our lives are lessened without Steve here to share the days with. We were so lucky to have him, and miss him terribly already. Everyone loved working with Steve. He took the time to ask, because he really cared. He walked the office regularly those 20+ years, to stop in and ask how you were doing. He was a great listener, and one of the kindest men you will ever meet. Steve led by example, and brought out the best person in all of us. He was genuine, sincere and unselfish, a true gentleman. Steve did not speak poorly of others, he lifted the conversation. He once drove to another town to attend a friends Fathers funeral, a man he never knew or met, just to be there for support. Steve was always there for you. He loved his college football and his Florida Gators, but Steve loved nothing more than his family. We will remember you all in our prayers and be here for you, like he was for us. Thank You Steve for being Steve. Thank You Lord for bringing Steve into our lives. With great sorrow and admiration we see him now returned to his rightful place, in your presence. Joe and Tammy,
+ the whole Thundering Herd.
Randy Goff
August 29, 2019
So very sorry for the sudden passing of Steve. Prayers and big hugs to his precious Mother (Aunt Jo) and his entire family. We know there is a great celebration in heaven to be reunited with his Dad. With love and sincere sympathies Randy and Donna Goff
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