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2017
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Curtis Laitinen
May 1, 2019
Steve and I worked together on the Sidra project, in Doha. He was a very decent and kind person, with a fine, understated humor. I considered him a friend as well as a colleague. I am just seeing the news now, and sending my belated condolences and best wishes for his family, who he spoke of often.
September 29, 2017
Dear Polly, Paige, Owen, Mason; Uncle Fred, and Aunt Mary; Cousin's Dave, Sue, Ann, and Phil; and all who loved Steve,
Many years have passed since I've seen my cousin Steve, but I have many fond memories, and over the years, I've heard many impressive stories of his life. Using his God given skills to benefit others is exemplary. I am heartened at your loss - He was a man of truth and unselfish goodness.
There is a well known quote from an unknown author that suggests that the measure of a man is not how did he die, but how did he live, not what did he gain, but what did he give.
By this measure, Steve's life was not only true and laudable, but it gave glory God.
On behalf of my wife Lori, my daughter Marielle, and my son Austin, we extend our love and most sincere condolences to all of you.
Sherri Floyd
September 1, 2017
I always considered Steve as one of my Spiritual Dads. I remember meeting him when he was moving back from DC to OH. The excitement and the way he talked about his family especially his wife always moved me. He would ask about you and really listen, giving spiritual insight and perspective... often time a little humor and a smile. He will be missed! My prayers go out to the family!
Sherri Floyd
September 1, 2017
I always considered Steve one of my Spiritual Dads. I remember first meeting him when he was moving his family back to Ohio from Washington DC. The way he shared about his family and especially his wife always moved me. He'd ask about me and my life and really listen and give great answers to questions and spiritual insight and perspective. He will be missed! My prayers go out to the family!
George Kirsch
August 29, 2017
Dear Dietrich family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss of Steven. I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
August 26, 2017
My Mother, Bettie Pearl McCrea Hamman spoke often of good memories of this branch of the family. I am sorry for your loss. Barbara Hamman, Nasville, Tn
Linda Carlock
August 26, 2017
Prayer for the family
J McGhee
August 26, 2017
May the God of all comfort and mercy grant the family hope and peace. Jeremiah 29:11.
Mark Dye
August 25, 2017
I enjoyed working with Steve on many healthcare projects at URS. His talents and contributions have created places that have and will continue to benefit others all over the world. My condolences to the Dietrich family.
Eleanor Loney
August 25, 2017
Polly and family were are so sorry to hear of Steves passing tho we didn't know him well we know he will be missed by you all and so many other Folks. We pray that you all will feel Gods love and hugs during this most difficult time. Love the Loneys
J F
August 25, 2017
I am Chris' mom Judy and I am so sorry for your loss. You're such a nice family and the one time I met Steven he was such a nice man. My thoughts are with you.
Randy and Sharon Stephens
August 25, 2017
Cancer does many things to us as we battle it, but as the poem says, "Cancer is so limited that it cannot cripple love, cannot shatter hope, cannot corrode faith, cannot eat away peace, cannot destroy confidence, cannot kill friendships, cannot shut out memories, cannot silence courage, cannot invade the soul, cannot reduce Eternal Life, cannot quench the Spirit and it cannot destroy the Power of the Resurrection." Steve,You have fought the fight and finished the race...and have won the crown. Our hearts and prayers are with you Polly and children. We love you dearly!
Marsha Garrett-Mhuto
August 25, 2017
Steve is now sitting at the feet of the greatest Architect of all. My prayers and love to the family.
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