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Stephen Michael Serepca

1941 - 2018

Stephen Michael Serepca obituary, 1941-2018, Matthews, NC

BORN

1941

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Hankins & Whittington Funeral Home

1111 East Boulevard

Charlotte, North Carolina

Stephen Serepca Obituary

Stephen Michael Serepca was born in Frederick Maryland on April 1, 1941. He graduated with a business degree from American University in 1963 where he met the love of his life Phyllis. Married on June 14, 1964, they shared 54 blessed years together. He served in the Air National Guard for six years then made a successful career in retail as both manager and area manager. His favorite job was during his retirement years teaching kindergarten students at Landsdowne Elementary School where he was affectionately known to the children as

"Mr. Steve." He enjoyed football games, vacations, and time with family. He leaves behind his beloved wife Phyllis, three children David (Gina) Serepca, Paul (Linda) Serepca, Amy (Landon) Serepca-Kivett and twelve adored grandchildren: Joshuah, Noah, Kayla, Joel and Ashlynn Serepca, Elizabeth and Luke Kivett, his newest grandkids Samantha, Thomas, Johnny, Joseph and Rosie, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Lawrence Berger and Sylvie Bokshorn. He passed peacefully surrounded by his wife and children on November 28, 2018. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Novant Hospice, P.O. Box 33549, Charlotte, NC 28233-3549 in his memory.

The family will receive visitors 2:00 pm Sunday December 2, 2018 at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, 1111 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203 with a Memorial Service at 3:00 pm. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Nov. 30, 2018.

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December 1, 2018

Phyllis, My Dad called me from his trip in California to tell me that Steve passed away. Steve was a warm person, who was very nice to my family and me. One memory that I have of Steve, is my 40th Birthday party. You were at the beach with friends, and Steve surprised me by coming to the party on his own. Steve will be missed by all who knew him. Phyllis, I am here for you. Do not hesitate to call or email. Robyn B.

November 30, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May the fond memories make you smile as the days go by.
1Peter5:7

Ms. Sowell

November 30, 2018

Warm thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Mr. Serepca. His kind presence and sincere concern for others (especially those little kindergarteners that called him Mr. Steve) will treasure the time they knew him. Please accept my sincere condolences.

November 30, 2018

may the God of all comfort strengthen your family during this time of deep sorrow. those who pass on God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15

November 30, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends, and the promises of Almighty God that there is a hope of seeing your loved one again. My condolences.

Joyce Hannon

November 30, 2018

Phyllis,

I am so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. I am thinking of you.

Joyce (McBrayer) Hannon

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1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203

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3:00 p.m.

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1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203

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