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Kowalczyk, Steve
54, of Phoenix Arizona passed away on August 19, 2013. Loving son, brother and friend. Those you have left behind will forever remember your fun loving spirit. You brought joy and laughter to so many people. Your struggles are no more. You can rest in peace with the Angels.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 16, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Steve Kowalczyk

Sponsored by his brother Michael and friend Gayle.

116 Entries

January 23, 2024

It's 2:45 in the morning. Next Generation is on Pluto. The Borg have taken Picard. That and I miss you.

Tracey A Jaymes

October 10, 2023

It doesn't seem possible that 10 years have passed since I could talk to you. I think about you pretty much every day, and wouldn't mind a visit from your spirit. Love you

Anonymous

October 16, 2022

On the often too ephemeral brightside, what if in the infinite number of realities this is the only one where we got it wrong? Envious of those in the others. You are missed here.

Carol Bloom

October 10, 2022

Been thinking of you Steve.
You are missed and loved.

anonymous

September 10, 2022

Hey Steve - just thinking about you and wanted to let you know that you are still so missed by many. I think about you every time I'm eating spaghetti and I picture you with your napkin in your shirt with a full glass of milk - that always makes me smile dear friend. You will always be in my heart.

Carol Bloom

October 4, 2021

Cosmos and Zinnias I grew from seeds growing in my backyard.
Thinking of you my friend.

October 3, 2021

October 3rd, 2021, a date of probably little importance other than being reminded of a loss.

Carol Bloom

October 11, 2020

Steve, My Meja passed away yesterday morning in my arms at the hospital. Please find her and take care of here until I can. She's probably with Matt. I'm so lost. We were together everyday for 14 years. Everyone we love gets taken from us one by one until theresnoone. left. Trying to find a reason but if I don't, I guess I'm ok with that. Remember how I used to be afraid of death? I'm no longer afraid, that's gone. I know when I go she will be on the other side waiting for me and you and so many others. Until then tell Meja her mommy loves her so much and she did good. I love her so much. Love you Steve my friend.

Tracey Jaymes

June 27, 2020

I was feeling weird after reading the anonymous entry from a friend saying they saw you in a vision. Feeling like, "is he ok?" I wondered if you had put yourself in some kind of purgatory, and I've been reaching out, asking for a message.
This morning when I opened the curtains on my patio (the only "window" in my small apt living room) I saw this big... butterfly? Holy ish that's big... is it a bird? fluttering into my covered space. IT WAS A BAT. A cute, small, messenger from the other side of the veil. It landed, fluttered about, flew out then back again, as I stood there amazed and bemused. Thanks Stevie. Be well, may your soul flutterby me again someday soon, I really needed that.

June 24, 2020

Last November, a vision of Stephen appeared to me. He was standing in an elevator lit with a greenish fluorescent lighting brighter than anything found in nature or an old gas station at 2 am. He just stood there with a smile and anxiousness of someone who had been waiting for someone running considerably late. You knew him. "Steve, why are you here? You're not here for me." He didn't answer. He just kept smiling. I was able to awaken just enough to then slip right back to an exact repeat. Same blinding stark lighting penetrating your every cell with discomfort. Same interaction. Nothing more. Some may say this in common while on opioids after 9 hours of surgery and that may be. The takeaway I have is that of all the souls I have known in my life, it was Steve after all these years who I saw. He is impossible to forget even if posts seem not so often.

Carol

June 23, 2020

The Enormity of Loss-
Nothing on earth can make up for the loss of one who has loved you.

Tracey Jaymes

June 21, 2020

Thinking of you on your birthday, Miss you always. Much love

Carol Bloom

June 20, 2020

Happy Birthday Steve
I'm thinking of you
I miss you
Love to you always
Carol

June 23, 2019

Whether we like it or not, the time we have here on this earth is limited. We need to make the most of it today. We have to start appreciating the little things, to be grateful for the little things and the big things.
We often forget being so busy trying to build a life that we forget how to live one.
Losing someone we love is the hardest experience that any of us will ever have to deal with.
But remember,
Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over,
It became a butterfly.

June 9, 2019

You certainly knew how to fry a perfect egg. Always think of you when destroying mine.

Carol Bloom

June 8, 2019

Miss your face

Tracey Jaymes

June 7, 2019

I feel you in the air around me, in the car, sitting next to me when I'm driving... miss you so much. I'm feeling directionless and untethered, I could really use your advice... dreams are a good way to reach me, if you can.

Carol Bloom

June 7, 2019

Steve, Matt died last week. Please hug him for me.
I miss you both. Love you.

Dena Fisher

June 5, 2019

I miss you Stevie. I've been thinking about you a lot lately. I'm assuming that means you are trying to communicate something to me. Keep trying, I'll catch on at some point. I wish we could have an epic talk to catch up.

Carol Bloom

June 23, 2018

Forever loved.
Forever missed.
Forever thankful our paths crossed.
We will see each other again.

Tracey Jaymes

June 18, 2018

Another birthday just days away, and I can't wrap my mind around the fact you are not here. I wasn't sure if you would have been 60 this year or next. But you will never be 60, you won't be here to grow old with me and I miss you. Could use visit in a dream.

Carol Bloom

April 15, 2018

Two nights ago you visited me in a dream for the first time since you've been gone. I'd been waiting for that for so long! I was so happy to see you again. Your hair was longer? You were happy and smiling though and that made me so happy. Thanks for coming to see me. I've missed you so much. I hope you can come back again.Love you.

September 4, 2017

STEVE,
I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.YOU WERE AND STILL SO IMPORTANT TO SO MANY OF US.PLEASE GIVE MOM A BIG KISS AND HUG FOR ME.
LOVE MICHAELI

Carol Bloom

August 3, 2017

I didn't know today would be our last
Or that I'd have to say goodbye to you so fast
I'm so numb, I can't feel anymore
Prayin' you'd just walk back through that door

And tell me that I was only dreamin'
You're not really gone as long as I believe

There will be another angel
Around the throne tonight
Your love lives on inside of me
And I will hold on tight
It's not my place to question
Only God knows why
I'm just jealous of the angels
Around the throne tonight

You always made my troubles feel so small
And you were always there to catch me when I'd fall
In a world where heroes come and go
Well God just took the only one I know
So I'll hold you as close as I can
Longing for the day, when I see your face again
But until then

God must need another angel
Around the throne tonight
Your love lives on inside of me
And I will hold on tight
It's not my place to question
Only God knows why
I'm just jealous of the angels
Around the throne tonight

Singin' hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
I'm just jealous of the angels
Around the throne tonight

Full Moon In Tucson

Tracey Jaymes

June 20, 2017

Happy Birthday to you. I am just sitting here missing you, missing being able to talk to you, get old with you, -- tough day.
I will be 60 on Sept. 2nd. Linda and I will be going to L.A. for the weekend to celebrate. But it won't be the same without you. Nothing is the same without you.
Please come haunt me if you can.
Love ALWAYS,
Eesairt.

Carol Bloom

February 17, 2017

Love you always Steve.
Carol

Tracey Jaymes

February 16, 2017

A year ago I got my tattoo in memory of you. Hard to grasp how fast the time flies. How much it's like a moment, and yet how much has changed in that time. Thinking of you, missing your voice, waiting to see you again.

February 14, 2017

Writing these sentiments, of course, are past due. But, the thoughts behind the typing never are. It's all seemingly a series of the same pause. Hoping you are at your best. Distance, perhaps a disagreement or few, time, and states of being are just interference of the intended, if sometimes meandered, thought. In this thing we feel and have felt for you, love is all we need.

Carol Bloom

November 25, 2016

Thinking of you

June 26, 2016

STEVE, Well bro another birthday has come and gone. That just makes me miss you even more. I am trying to take care of mom as best as I can but sometimes it's so hard. you are ALWAYS IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS; PLEASE GIVE HEAVEN A HUG FOR ME.
I LOVE YOU BRO,
MIKE

it's so hard without you. We all love and miss

you so much bro

Happy Birthday Baby

Tracey Jaymes

June 20, 2016

My new tattoo

Tracey Jaymes

February 17, 2016

I got a tattoo on Valentine's Day. It says "Always". Because I will Always miss you. I will always remember you. And it will always hurt. So here I am, awake at an unheard-of early hour, thinking again of how - it never mattered how long it had been, it never mattered -- You were ALWAYS in my heart and on my mind.And you always will be.

Steve and his mom, Joan, sometime in the 1980's

Tracey Jaymes

February 9, 2016

Jeannie and Jim Schrader. They loved Steve very much and have preceded him to the other side.

February 3, 2016

Steve in Hollywood 1983

February 3, 2016

Steve and Linda Pauls, about 1983

February 3, 2016

Steve and Linda abt. 2012

February 3, 2016

Steve and Mike about 1982-ish

Tracey Jaymes

February 3, 2016

Steve and Donna Castle

February 3, 2016

Steven in the 1980's

Tracey Jaymes

February 3, 2016

Tracey Jaymes

January 27, 2016

Missing you. I've been thru some pictures, and I will post some here. Some might not be appropriate, so I'll send those by mail to whomever might want more than what I post here. It's just so different, knowing I can't look you up, not for awhile, anyway. Love you.
WELL. I've been trying all day to post a pic or 2... it's not happening now, but I will post when it lets me. <3

ALWAYS

Tracey Jaymes

January 22, 2016

I had a dream about you last night. I was showing you the birds Linda inherited from her aunt. A Mini-macaw and a cockatiel. You said something about how beautiful they are. Then you said, I should talk to Michael a bit more, to share memories and ease grief. I will, baby, I will. We have no closure, not until we see you again. I'm going to post some pictures as soon as I get them scanned. DAMN it's hard knowing you're not there to share things with. I have so much I've saved up to show you... Love you ALWAYS...

Tracey Jaymes

January 20, 2016

Stevie, I spoke with Michael today. It gave my heart some peace; sadness, but I have too many good memories in my heart - and we will dance among the stars sooner than soon. Time flies. You fly too, Baby.

Carol Bloom

January 19, 2016

Hey Steve

January 18, 2016

HEY BRO,
I HAVE REALLY BEEN THINKING ABOUT ALOT LATELY,I MISS YOU SO MUCH.I LOVE YOU STEVE, AND MAN BRO DO I NEED TO FEEL YOUR SPIRIT TO GIVE ME STRENGTH. I,M DOING THE BEST I CAN WITH MOM. PLEASE CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US FROM HEAVEN.
GIVE HEAVEN A HUG FROM ME,I,LL TALK TO YOU SOON BRO.
MICHAEL

LATELY,I MISS YOU SO MUCH. LIFE JUST SEEMS SO MUCH HARDER AND LONELY WITHOUT YOU.

blurry with greif

Tracey Jaymes

January 17, 2016

I have been out of touch with you for years, not by our choosing. I had a brain aneurysm, and have been recovering for many years. Stevie, I have been looking for you, and now I find you here, a memory on a page! My heart is breaking. I want anyone who can to contact me, please, and tell me what happened. I love you Kowalczyks, and for the memory of Jeannie and Jimbo, who are now having lunch with Steve, to PLEASE contact me. 520-440-3544 I'm still in Tucson. "Scooby", Donna, anyone. I'm shattered. Steve was a saint and a godsend to me, always in my heart, my deepest heart.

October 20, 2015

STEVE,
I MISS YOU SO MUCH BRO, I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY. I AM TAKING CACE OF MOM AS BEST AS I CAN, BUT IT SEEMS TO BE GETTING SO MUCH HARDER.PLEASE HELP ME BE STRONG. I LOVE AND MISS YOU BRO WITH ALL MY HEART. GIVE HEAVEN A HUG FOR ME.

MIKE

October 20, 2015

I was telling a story that involved you from days gone by. You are not just remembered. You remain a part of us.

June 21, 2015

Steve,
well bro another birthday has come and gone and I find myself a year older. I can't even put into words how much I miss you and the birthdays we have shared throughout the years. I am really having a hard time holding back the tears Steve. Happy birthday bro, please give everyone in heaven a hug for me. I will talk to you soon, I love you Steve.

Mike

Carol Bloom

June 3, 2015

I am still walking on Jupiter where the gravity of grief is great. The air is thin and my tears fall as generously as spring rains. Yes, I have moments of sweet relief and happiness is returning but grief and sorrow linger. I cannot run from sorrow any more than I can run from my shadow on a sunny day. I must learn to live with love and sorrow there seems no other way.

I'm okay but I'm not okay and that's okay. That is part of being human.

------

Carol Bloom

May 31, 2015

Little by little,we will begin to remember not just that he died,but that he lived and that his life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.

Carol Bloom

May 30, 2015

I really miss you so much

Carol Bloon

May 30, 2015

Steve,I finally got to see my boy! He's moving here to Phoenix and renting an apt in my same complex.You always told me it was gonna happen and pretty soon.You were right. I am so happy Steve. I wanted you to know that cause I was sad for so long.I know this makes you happy too.I wish so much that you could have met him. You would love him as much as you did me. Thank you for that. I miss you,still.

May 27, 2015

My notes placed here are far fewer than the thoughts of you in better times. The latter being more important and defining of the memories shared. Not forgotten by any measure.

February 15, 2015

Hi. I rode the bus yesterday. When I got on I looked at the bus driver cause he said "No dollars today"which meant I got to ride for free. He looked so much like you Steve I could not believe it.It was like you were sitting there driving the city bus.He smiled and was friendly. Somehow I found some comfort in all that.It brought the memory of you to life for a moment.I really didn't want to get off the bus,but I did.I thanked him as I exited. He smiled and nodded.I miss seeing you.I miss you.Thank you for being my friend. Carol

Carol Bloom

January 7, 2015

Sometimes when it's really quiet and still I feel like you're here somehow. Thanks, it's nice. Til the wheels fall off. Night Steve.

Jessica whitt

January 5, 2015

Stevie stevie stevie not a day passes that you do not cross my mind. I dont think i will ever stop missing you. Never ever forgotten flat out

January 1, 2015

Steve, I wrote you a long Merry Christmas letter about a week ago best buddy but somehow it was not accepted in your guest book. I probably did something wrong. You know I'm not very good with the computer. My heart was so heavy bro, because I miss you so much. We brought mom over to open presents with the kids and she had a wonderful time. Mary seems to be doing alright even though she is still dealing with her medical issues. I love you with all my heart big brother, and I miss you so much. I will talk to you real soon best buddy. Please give everyone in heaven a hug for me. I love you Steve. Mike

September 27, 2014

I smile when I think of you, which is so many times a day I cannot say.
And to Michael and Gayle,I just want to hug you both.Steve knows he will never be forgotten. Death leaves a heartache no one can steal,love leaves a memory no one can steal.Much love to you both and Steve, xo,me

Carol Bloom

August 30, 2014

I just want to hug you one more time. I miss you.

August 20, 2014

You are missed in the hearts of many.

August 19, 2014

Today is the anniversary of your untimely departure from our lives. You are loved and missed by all of us you left behind. R.I.P Steve. Love, Gayle

August 19, 2014

STEVE,
It was exactly one day to the day that you joined JESUS in heaven Steve, and I hope that you don't think you are forgotten. I love and miss you so very much. You are always in my heart and in my prayers, I miss you so much. Please give grandma and grandpa a big hug for me.I will talk to you soon Steve.I love and miss you bro. MICHAEL

and I hope that you

June 20, 2014

Steve,
Happy Birthday bro. I can't tell you how much I miss you Steve. We have shared this day for over fifty years best buddy. Even though I know you are in heaven now I can still feel your love and spirit in my heart. I love and truly miss you bro.
Michael

May 10, 2014

This sucks Steve.
I guess it's not going to get any better than this either. You were important and necessary and I just miss you.I just miss you.

May 9, 2014

Thinking about you bro and wanted to let you know how much I love you and miss you. Michael

Jessica Nenes

April 16, 2014

I miss you Steve!! You were my best friend, the friend that was always there and always stood up for me no matter the consequences. wish I still had you in my life....

March 31, 2014

miss you

March 13, 2014

Today I will be thankful for my life and for the memory of you.

February 18, 2014

Grief never ends... but it changes.
It's a passage,not a place to stay.
Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a
lack of faith... It is the price of love.

February 14, 2014

Happy Valentine's Day Steve.
I'm doing ok but I do miss you so.
I miss our talks and our walks and your laugh. I love you honey.

January 25, 2014

I think that I shall always miss you like this Steve.You were a beautiful soul and brought me much joy in my life ,and as much as this hurts now I wouldn't trade a minute of knowing you.Your life made a positive difference in the lives of others. The sun rises and sets each day as though life is going on,but it is less in your abscense like a void that will not be filled by another.So missing you and grateful for all that we shared.I'm ok, don't worry.K? XO

January 12, 2014

When we remember your smile,
It brightens our day,
And thoughts of your warmth and love,
Seem to smooth the way,
Your gentle spirit is still with us,
Though you are gone,
Sunny days, cool breezes,
Always for you Steve.

Gayle and Michael

January 12, 2014

I was thinking about you and wanted you to know that I love you and miss you. God bless you Steve.

Michael

January 10, 2014

The spirit will return to God who gave it
Ecclesiastes 12:7
One day, we all will return to Him.
The very hairs of your head are all numbered.
Do not fear therefore;you are of more value than many sparrows.Matthew 10:30-31

January 10, 2014

Well I got that awful cold that's been going around,sickest I think I've ever been.Remember we used to meet downstairs in the kitchen and drink liquid cold medicine and take cough drops?
I went to the dentist today and got a cavity filled,you know how much I hate going there.I sure do miss you,so much.My heart just hurts. xoxo Carol

December 25, 2013

Well I decided to invite you to Christmas Eve dinner anyways.Just felt it right to do so. I made us this really lovely dinner and I lit the candles.Michael Buble cd-Have yourself a Merry little Christmas played. I knew you would have loved it.I really felt you near and not far.Merry Christmas Steve.Til the wheels fall off. Carol xo

December 2, 2013

I love you Steve

November 30, 2013

To my brother Steve,
I am so sorry it took me so along to write this "Best Buddy", but you know better than anybody how hard is for me to say goodbye. I love and miss you so much Steve and I want you to know how proud I have been to have you as my big brother.
We have always been there for each other and I still need you to be here to watch over me as I continue my path in this world. It's so important to me and my faith in God to know that you are finally at peace and with all those we love in Heaven.
You don't have to worry about mom Steve. I'll take good care of her. Everyone told me I couldn't tell her about your passing because of her fragile state it puts her at risk. To this day she still thinks you are here. She asks how you are doing every time I talk to her and I tell her that you are the happiest I've ever seen you. I tell her this because I know in my heart that it's true.
I went to your apartment and got all of the things that were the most important to you. I grabbed the shirt that Gayle and I bought for you, your photo albums and all your pictures of Jesus. I keep them in a box in our spare room and go through them once a week. I tell Gayle it's my Steve time. I'd like say I don't cry anymore but I can't Steve because I miss you so much. I suppose time will eventually heal my heart but I'm not promising anything.
The family talked it over and decided that you were always happiest when you were with me so I have your ashes. I keep them on my dresser with the picture of the most Sacred Heart of Jesus that you had framed for me. Remember when you did that? I was so happy that I put my arms round you so you couldn't get away and I kissed you on the head. You tried to squirm away and kept saying "Stop it Michael, stop it!" but I didn't stop because I loved you so much. Well guess what bro? Every day after I say my prayers I walk over to you and kiss you on the head one more time. I know it's just a black box with your ashes in it but I can feel your spirit every time I do it and you give me strength.
I still look up to you Steve. Every time I look up to the sky I see your smile, your warmth and the unconditional love you so freely shared with everyone around you. Your love was such a blessing to all of us. I want you to know that.
I have your picture in front of me now and I'm sorry if I disappoint you or anyone in heaven but I just can't say goodbye. I'll talk to you every day in my prayers and continue to look to the sky for your smiling face. Give everyone in heaven a hug for me. I'll talk to you soon.

A brother's love,
Michael

November 29, 2013

Steve, Your spirit will shine on forever

jessica whitt

November 24, 2013

Thank you for making this place for us to come to whenever stevie crosses or minds.. than k you so much I come read it whenever I get a chance to get online thanjs so mych

November 21, 2013

Stevey,,,I don't even know what to say.. I am so saddened that you are gone. It has been so many years since I had even seen you. I don't really have a childhood memory that you aren't in. I don't even know what to say. I can't believe you are gone. I am so sorry to Joan, Mike and Mary. Love to you all. I am truly just so sorry...Danille ( Scooby )...

November 14, 2013

A light to burn bright and keep you throughout the night.
Help me find my way through this. Thank you for everything.

Darby

November 12, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Steve at American Express. We instantly became friends!! I can still hear him calling me 'Angel' so now I know God has his angel in heaven. I'll never forget you Steve!

With Bryan and Riley

Emily Fraim

November 12, 2013

Steve, you gave me over 20 years of a beautiful friendship, acted as the brother I didn't have, and were a devoted Godfather and Uncle to my children. You were there for me through so many difficult and seemingly unbearable times, and so many times of joy and laughter. You knew me so well, and your keen intuition and wry humor always made our time together effortless and special..every episode of X-Files, every bizarre movie, all of our trips together, then later, the trips with the family. Bryan and Riley always knew if Uncle Steve was going to be there, we would be having fun (and they could hit you up for coins!). Marin County, Flagstaff, San Francisco, each with special memories and funny stories. I look back at all of the cards that you took such pains to write in for all of our birthdays, and I feel the love and genuine connection that we had. The hole in our life is deep without you here, and my appreciation for your love and friendship is boundless. We all miss you so much. Mike and Mary, thank you so much for allowing me to borrow your brother for all those years; I am so appreciative, and I have no words to say how sorry I am for the loss that you have experienced. Good bye Steve

October 25, 2013

Michael and Gayle, Thank you for keeping the book here always.It's nice to know it's here.Kind of a place to come to. C.Bloom

October 25, 2013

Hey Steve,
Well I woke up this morning with you on my mind.I miss you friend. I keep expecting to see your face at my door, but wanting that is not going to make it happen. I was making dinner last night and I just started bawling cause I realized I would never be able to invite you for dinner again like we had done so many times before.Later I was watching a movie and a line in it was "When you love someone it doesn't matter where they are because they'll always be right there in your heart". That made me feel a little better because it's true. I always know where to find you Steve.
And to Steve's family, I meant to say this sooner,my heartfelt condolences to you because your loss is great.I pray for God to wrap his love around each of you and help your hurt.Steve always spoke of you, especially his mom.God bless and keep you close to Him.

October 24, 2013

Kelly Los

October 22, 2013

I love you Steve. R.I.P.your always in my heart forever.Jason Joe.

jessica(jessi) whitt

October 16, 2013

I hope you weren't in a lot of pain and I hope u can finally relax I love you stevie. will not ever be able to forget all of our times together the good the bad, the better and the worst cuz lord knows we have shared them all. you will always be in my heart I love you babe flat out

jessica whitt

October 16, 2013

oh my dearest stevie, how much it hurts to have to say goodbye to you already. Of all the people in my life it has to be you, someone who holds such a dear close place to my heart. I will always love you and forever have you in my heart and on my mind. I hope you are finally comfortable and maybe back with our kitties again huh? my hair is blue I coincidentally died it the neon bright blue color you loved right about the day you were taken away. I don't wanna say goodbye it honestly physically hurts me. I love you my dear friend I love you stevie.

Christine Considine

October 13, 2013

We love and miss you Steve...Chrissy, Cody, And Wesley Considine

October 13, 2013

With love and respect, Mark Custer

October 13, 2013

I light a candle in your memory for all the light you brought to people's lives.You made everyone feel loved.I'll always remember you Steve. Love you, Carol Bloom

October 13, 2013

Love you Steve, Uncle Jimmy

October 13, 2013

You always called me Uncle Mike, I never minded. So long buddy. Uncle Mike

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