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Silver Spring, Maryland

STEPHEN ELMENDORF Obituary

STEPHEN PHILIP ELMENDORF
On Tuesday, December 27, 2016, Stephen Philip Elmendorf of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Caroline Gosse Elmendorf; loving father of Gina, Ricky, Jack and Audrey Elmendorf; cherished grandfather of Bailey, J.P., Vincent and Rachael; dear son of Richard Elmendorf and the late Louise Elmendorf; loving brother of Teresa (Max) Elbin and the late John Elmendorf.Friends may call at the HINES-RINALDI FUNERAL HOME, 11800 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD on Thursday, January 5, 2017 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Friday, January 6 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., (Leisure World) Silver Spring, MD, where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation (lostdogrescue.org) or The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation (washington.nationals.mlb.com/was/community/dreamfoundation/give)Please view and sign the family guestbook at:www.hinesrinaldifuneralhome.com

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Published by The Washington Post from Jan. 3 to Jan. 5, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for STEPHEN ELMENDORF

Sponsored by Caroline Elmendorf.

37 Entries

Michael Caporaletti

March 26, 2024

Teresa, I just found about Steve's passing. I'm not sure if you remember me but I will never forget Steve and the highly competitive (putting it lightly) volleyball games at the Hillandale pool. Steve was such a great guy and we spent so many "Endless Summer" days, 1965-70, making forever memories. I am so sorry to hear about his passing and more recently your father's passing. I lived in Lewisville , NC for 23 years after retiring from the Air Force in 1998, and now live in Florida. [email protected]

Caroline Elmendorf

December 14, 2017

Dear Spike- It's been almost one year since you passed. Part of me knows this and yet another part still hopes that this is a bad dream. I keep hoping you are just around the beltway in your office at L&B and that I will get a text from you about who will pick up Audrey. I miss you so much. You were such a one of a kind person. No one made me laugh more than you did. Laughter was the glue that kept our entire family together. Endowing our kids with phenomenal senses of humor was the best thing we ever did. I don't think any family loves to laugh as much as we do. You loved your family so much. You would and did anything for us. You flew to Miami and back in one day to bring Ricky his prescription. Even on the way to the cruise, when Audrey realized she left her phone in the car, you offered to go get it and book a new flight. No need or request was too big. You were devoted to us and we will always cherish you. I wish you hadn't left us so soon. But we will honor you every day by living our lives with the same devotion to each other that you showed to us. I hope you are proud of how we are doing. I'm clearly never going to be as organized as you were, but I'm trying to stay on top of things as much as possible and I think you would be pleasantly surprised by how I am handling finances, the kids needs, and the house. I've been very attentive to the dogs. I take then on walks, give them 2 treats/day and spend cuddle time with them. Most importantly, you would be so happy about our kids! Gina and Marc are happy. Gina is back working at Rachel's school! Ricky is about to graduate and still plans on law school. He and Mary are very happy together. Jack loves Mizzou and has made some great friends. He is persevering with journalism which is super challenging. Audrey would knock your socks off - she is a pom, writing for the GC newspaper, being featured in the yearbook and moved up at DCDC! I love you always.
Febe

January 13, 2017

Grace, Richard, Madeline and Isabelle Fontana

January 7, 2017

God Bless Steve and his family. Although we knew him for just a few years he was a person that left an indelible mark in our lives and will always be remembered to include his passion for life, his family, dogs and the nationals amongst many things. Prayers for all

Mickey Rinaldi

January 6, 2017

May the support and prayers of family and friend bring you comfort. I worked as Steve's secretary for many years at Linowes and Blocher and it was a real pleasure! He will be greatly missed.

Love and prayers,

Mickey Rinaldi

January 5, 2017

Our condolences to the family. Only Teresa and Gina will remember us from Hillandale (we owned Pretzel) and Steve was a fine young man and we are saddened for your loss. May good memories sustain you. Sincerely, Deanna and Norman Alpher, Jeff, Steve and Julie too.

Diana Domingues

January 5, 2017

Dear Mr. Elmendorf, Teresa, Caroline and family......words cannot aptly articulate my sorrow for all of you. Always admired Steve for being such a great brother to Teresa, his humor and care for his family. May our Lord comfort all of you .

Rong

January 5, 2017

Sending love and peace to Elmendorf family.

Pat and Audra Vernier

January 5, 2017

Caroline and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at your tragic loss.

Jp downey

January 5, 2017

To the Best Grandfather ever even though your gone you will always be in my heart You where a very important person to me I loved when you would tell me story's about when you where young And when we would to Nats games. I just wanted to let you know you would never be forgotten

January 5, 2017

Dear Teresa and family,
Our memories of you, Steve and John growing
up across the street are part of our
treasured ones. Our hearts hurt for you at this
terrible time.
The Fechter family

Lisa, Sally and Elena Davisson

January 5, 2017

We are thinking of all of you. Please don't hesitate in letting us know if we can help in anyway.

Teresa Elbin

January 5, 2017

To my brother, Steve: I will miss you forever. You were taken from us way too soon. I guess I'll never understand why. Right now, the pain and the sorrow is great. In time, it will ease, but I will never forget you.

T.

Johanna Gosse

January 4, 2017

Sending love to my dear aunt and cousins during this sad time. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Steve was a loving and kind dad, grandpa, son, brother, and uncle. You are all in my thoughts.

Jeannie Uhler

January 4, 2017

Dear Caroline & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

The Schwanke Family

January 3, 2017

Dear Caroline, Gina, Ricky, Jack and Audrey, we are so very sad about Steve's passing. You are all in our thoughts. Steve was such a funny guy and a proud dad. Much love to your family from ours.

Ally Senie & Roger Colaizzi

January 3, 2017

Caroline, we are so sorry for the loss of Steve. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Chris Colburn

January 3, 2017

Prayers for the entire Elmendorf family. May Steve rest in Peace.
Chris Colburn, SJC Class of '74

Chad Cooley

January 3, 2017

We send our love, our prayers and our hope that the good memories permeate the sadness everyone feels at this time.

The Cooley Family

Nicole Glover

January 3, 2017

Gina, Caroline, and the rest of the family. Words cannot say how sorry I am for your loss. I have known Mr. Elmendorf since I was six- 21 years- and cannot imagine what you are going through. I loved running into him at Nats games and loved how much he was an amazing grandfather and father. You are in my thoughts and if you need anything please let me know. Love you all- Nicole (bolton) Glover

The Jones Family

January 3, 2017

May the Father of tender mercies be with you as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one.

S Mason

January 3, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15.

January 3, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

January 1, 2017

Dear Caroline, Audrey, Ricky, Jack and Gina, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength to bear this very untimely loss. Sending you much love and comfort...
Sangeeta

Anonymous

January 1, 2017

May Stephen's memory always be a blessing. Rest In Peace.

Jordan DiJulio

December 31, 2016

My Thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this difficult time. May God bring you all comfort and healing.
Jack-
I know how much your dad loved you and it was always so cute to see how proud he was of you at all our speech tournaments! I wish the best to you all.

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