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BORN
1955
DIED
2018
Steve Boles Obituary
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Michael Haywood Boles; his brother Clarence Haywood Boles; and his sister Betty Jo Ritchie.
Steve is survived by his wife of 35 years, Phyllis VanCleave of Charlotte; and his daughter Sara.
A funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday June 7, 2018 at St Mark Catholic Church, 14740 Stumptown Rd, Huntersville, NC. The family will receive friends at the church immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church.
Carolina Cremation of Charlotte and Salisbury is assisting the Boles family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com .
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Steve Boles
Dawn Garner
September 9, 2018
I am so sad. I just found out about this today,as many others did, at the opening Panthers home game on club level. I cannot believe it. Over 15 years of Panthers games, Steve became my friend. I can still hear his voice. I am so very sorry. Dawn Garner
June 11, 2018
I wish to offer my condolences,sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family at this time of loss. John 6:40
Andrea (Andi) Barringer Drye
June 8, 2018
Deepest condolences to Phyllis, Sara. Remembering Steve from high school and years following. When I wanted to cry, he would make me laugh, he taught me not to be too serious about this life. Steve had a way of making you feel better about yourself. What a legacy! He left this world a better place. May the Lord comfort you now and the years to follow.
Clint Pressley
June 7, 2018
I'm very sorry to hear about Steve. I'll always remember him as a positive man, who could always make you laugh. In fact the people I remember most in my life are the people like Steve who when I think of them I still laugh.
Melissa Mason
June 6, 2018
Only I could misspell my own name while trying to express my feelings about Steve. He would get a kick out of that.
Melissa Masin
June 5, 2018
Steve was a force of nature. He was one of the most talented, yet humble, men I have ever had the privilege of knowing. The world will be a smaller place without him.
Deedie Harrington
June 5, 2018
I am so sad to hear of your passing, Steve. I am so glad to have met you at Pfeiffer. I will always remember your smile, your laugh, and how you loved to dance. May your memory warm the hearts of all that love you. The love you generously gave everyone will live in our hearts forever.
My warmest condolences to you, Phyllis & Sara. Rest in Peace, Steve.
June 5, 2018
A loving and talented man, loved by all who knew him. I will never forget him.
Prayers for all his family.
Stephen Ware
Julie Woodie
June 5, 2018
Thank You, God for sharing Steve with us. There are countless people his joyful personality made a difference for. He was a wonderful dancer who once caused me to loose a heel off my shoe across the dance floor..never will forget how fun he was to be around! Though I have not seen him in years, he will live in my memories:) I like to think about Isaiah 35:10 when someone in my life who goes home. The verse is speaking of the Israelites returning to Jersusalem after Babyloanian captivity, but I think it is also a great visual of going to heaven and what happens when we get there.
There's another party going on because Steve has arrived. No question!
Peace that passes understanding to you, Phyllis and you, Sara!
Steve's friend, Julie from Pfeiffer...
Ruth Lefko
June 5, 2018
Remember Steve fondly. We grew up in New London together. Very talented individual. I remember seeing him in Fiddler on the Roof.
Sending prayers to his family during this difficult time of loss.
Brenda Coley
June 5, 2018
Steve was such a special person always spreading & sharing his love of life...I will never forget him ❤
Carole Morrison
June 5, 2018
Blessed to have been neighbors as we grew up in New London
Good memories of a true Gentleman Scholar. I will see him again on the other side of glory we will share a laugh or two.
Lisa Sinclair
June 5, 2018
"Uncle Stevie" was a very special man and always make me laugh. I grew up with Julie and have lots of wonderful memories of him. God Bless you all during this difficult time.
American Heart Association
June 5, 2018
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Rebecca Leeper
June 5, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kevin Scott
June 5, 2018
Boles was always a cheerful and hearty man whose presence lit up any room he entered. I will always cherish the friendship we shared and his kindness towards my family.
June 5, 2018
In addition to being one of his many friends on FB, I grew up with Steve in the small community of New London NC. My condolences during this time of grief.
Paul Pickett
June 5, 2018
Definitely going to miss you, rest in peace my friend.
Denise Camporeale
June 5, 2018
I met Steve ,Phyllis and Michael in Brooklyn. My mother was Michael's nanny. Steve and Phyllis embraced our family as their own. I have such warm and fond memories, that will forever be fondly recalled.
Steve and I kept in touch via FB once they moved down south.
I wish to send my deepest condolences to Phyllis and Sara. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will continue to keep you all in my my thoughts and prayers.
Much love to you all & may Steve R.I.P in GODS merciful almighty love
I M
June 5, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing the promises of our loving and caring God and his son Jesus Christ.(Jn.5:28-29)
Matt Krome
June 4, 2018
I am deeply sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Steve at the stadium. He certainly had the ability to light up a room. The world is definitely a happier and better place because of Steve. His positive attitude was certainly infectious. He will certainly be missed.
June 4, 2018
RIP STEVE
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