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2017

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Stephen Shiflett Obituary



Stephen Robert Shiflett, 64, of Stanardsville, VA passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at his residence. He was born on February 18, 1953 in Baltimore, MD to the late Alvin and Dolores Shiflett. Mr. Shiflett was a longstanding member of the Eastfield Alley Boys. Above all he was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and uncle who will truly be missed. He is survived by his wife, Therese Shiflett; his children, Stephanie Shiflett and her husband, Franco DiBari of Clarksburg, MD, Courtney Hatzinikolas and her husband, Vasilios of York, PA, Amanda Shiflett of Clarksburg, MD, Heather Nickz and her husband, Alan of San Diego, CA and Trevor Dentz and his wife, Sumithra of Cockeysville, MD; his siblings, Spencer Shiflett, Deborah Polinsky and Melissa Harrington; and his grandchildren, Angelo DiBari, Gabriel DiBari, Anastasia Hatzinikolas, Isabella DiBari, Angelina Hatzinikolas and Levi Nickz. The procession to Prize Hill Church will depart Ryan Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2017. A funeral service will begin at 2 p.m. at Prize Hill Church with Father James Bruse officiating. Interment will follow in Prize Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Greene County Rescue Squad, PO Box 302 Stanardsville, VA 22973 &/or Madison-Greene Humane Society, PO Box 95, Ruckersville, VA 22968. An online guestbook is available at www.ryanfuneral.com Ryan Funeral Home of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arraignments.

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Jun. 27, 2017.

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Roland Hemling

September 6, 2017

Steve I will never forget you because you were like me one of the eastfield alley boys.I will see you again on the other side,save me a place in the alley.Prayers go out to your family.

July 20, 2017

So deeply sorry for your loss. May God's wonderful future promises console your hearts. (John 6:40)

Rhonda Baker

July 10, 2017

I am very sorry to find out of Steve's passing. We worked together for a good while and kept in touch ever so often. I always enjoyed our conversations and we always laughed a lot together. My condolences to his wife and family. He loved you very much and spoke of you often in our conversations.

Carroll Hemling

July 1, 2017

My wife,Joanne, and I give our deepest sympathy to the family. We grew up with Steve and have many great memories. I was also a proud member of the Eastfield Alley Boys. It breaks our heart to see this news. Way to soon. R.I.P. my brother.

Joe Dolan

June 29, 2017

My condolences to all of Steve's family.

Machelle Walton

June 29, 2017

Therese and family. I am at a loss for words. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you move forward with your sorrow and beautiful memories

John Dennis Maul

June 29, 2017

RIP my friend....I remember those days in high school...."Dennis"

Mrs. Lynch

June 27, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain your family during this difficult time - Isaiah 61:1, 2.

Shannon Grace

June 27, 2017

My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to everyone and may God give the peace and strength that all seek during this time.

Cate Evans

June 27, 2017

So sorry to Therese and Steve's children for your loss. I will always remember Steve's warmth and humor. I hope happy memories will soon comfort you.

June 27, 2017

May God by your strength in this time of sorrow Matthew 5:4 "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted."
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4 (fla)

Sister Irene Pryle,SSND

June 27, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Burns Boole

June 26, 2017

Do not store up for yourselves
treasures on earth...
But store up treasures in heaven...
For where your treasure is, there
also will your heart be.
Matt. 19:21

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29

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1:00 p.m.

Batten Funeral Home - Ruckersville

12819 Spotswood Trail PO Box 274, Ruckersville, VA 22968

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29

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Prize Hill Church

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29

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Prize Hill Cemetery

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12819 Spotswood Trail PO Box 274, Ruckersville, VA 22968

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