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for Stephen Harakaly
JOANNE CORCORAN
October 22, 2025
It's been 17 yrs since the last time we all were together , you are sadly missed for sure , my Steve is with you now also , I'm sure fishing and hunting are some of your times spent together , also Dave has joined you and Steve , I'm sure he's playing his Rock n Roll music for you all .
Until we all meet again , save some room for me up there
JOANNE CORCORAN
October 21, 2023
15 Years Steve , I know because it's Gracie Maes Birthday , it's sad that you never met her , you talked about her as if you did and that's comforting to know that your living soul watched over her and all of at that time and I know you still are , miss you and we will meet up again some day thanks for being our neighbor and friend
Joanne xoxo
JOANNE CORCORAN
October 19, 2022
Well it's been 14 yrs and your missed just as much now as it was then , someday Steve and I will be joining you so save a place for us so we can pick up where we left off always having the best times with you , Love you miss you your neighbors Steve and Joanne as I you didn't know LOL .
JOANNE CORCORAN
October 24, 2020
Can't believe it's been 12 yrs since our best friend had left us all , we think and talk about you often , you will never be forgotten Steve , Tammy , Ty and Linds I'm sure he's playing around with your lights still LOL , see you again some day my friend . RIP I doubt it you never sat still , .
Gerta Huttemann-Duncan
November 8, 2008
Dear Tami & family,
I know how hard these last few weeks were for you. Everybody is telling me to remember the good times, and I think their right. Remember how much you loved him and give those kids a huge. You are in my thoughts.
Stacy Dziekan
November 3, 2008
MY Beloved Cousin Steve
A comrade; who when was near left no question in my mind that I was loved and my presence truly enjoyed. We embraced our family; we embraced the earth, fished it's waters, collected it's stones. Was so very blessed to travel this path with Steve. Thoughaly understand and believe he will be with my soul forever.
Stacy Dziekan
Kate Whitacre
November 2, 2008
Dear Harakaly Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I was so saddened to hear the news of Steve. I knew Steve when we were teenagers and beyond and he was always honest, genuine, a person of integrity. And so happy...so positive. Always with that smile! He was truly one of the good guys.
I know that the joy and the spirit with which he lived his life will continue to inspire others even as he is so greatly missed. I know it will for me. Please know that he touched so many people's lives in such a wonderful way.
Love and peace to you,
Kate W.
October 29, 2008
What an amazingly kind person, always friendly and welcoming and could put a smile on anyones face
"ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG"
To steves family, he will never leave your side, for he will always be your angel RIP
Noah Mandel
October 28, 2008
Although I only knew Steve for a short time over this past summer, he was an exceptional man to be around. Always friendly and working very hard, he almost always had a smile on his face and treated me as if I had been friends with him for years. I wish his family all the best and send my deepest sympathy out to all of them.
Sue & Rich LeBlond (Buttell)
October 28, 2008
Dear Tami, George & Family:
I'm sorry all Steve's family and friends didn't get a chance to say good bye.
He was loved by many many people and will be grately missed.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family.
Christine Kokoszka (Buttell)
October 27, 2008
Tami - please get in touch with me when you are ready to setup your childrens Savings Bonds from my sisters (Sharon, Sue) and myself.
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Michael Quarto
October 27, 2008
Steve,
Can't remember when we first met. It's been that long? You, you my friend are an example to us all. Always concerned, always caring, and most of all, always giving! So much love stuffed into that medium sized package. Explains why you smile so much, and spread so much joy with us all. Over stuffed! As said, " It's not the love you take, it's the love you make." Dude, you nailed it! See you soon.
M.Q.
lori kreder
October 27, 2008
george and ted, i want to letyou know you are in my thuoghts and prayers.
Debbie Mlinek (Steadward)
October 27, 2008
I am sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I knew the Harakaly family growing.
October 27, 2008
Dear Harakaly Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss, may God be with you all in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely, Stacy Maturo
Justyna Davila
October 27, 2008
George Sr.
Sorry for your loss.
Rob Pancoast
October 27, 2008
Tami(the funniest woman I know),Tyler,Lindsay,and Family,
Steve was one of a kind. We will never forget him. Always know that we are here for you.
Love
Rob,Dee,Ethan and soon Addison
Todd Meikle
October 27, 2008
Every time I ran into Steve, he was full of enthusiasm. "Hey Todd, good to see you!!!" I wish I had the gift of being able to put aside all of life's troubles, and supply a friend with a smile when you see them, like Steve did. Steve was too young, too good a person, and too loved to be taken from this world, and hopefully his family will find a way to deal with, and move on from this terrible tragedy. Rest in Peace Steve, your friend Todd.
Kathleen Gadoury
October 27, 2008
Dear Harakaly Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Stephen will live within your hearts forever. My heart goes out to all of you.
Steve and Tyler at Uconn Hockey Game
Joanne Corcoran
October 26, 2008
Tammi and Family,
If not for Steve we would not know how much friends and family mean to us, being new to the area ourselves, Steve was our first neighbor best friend and feel like you all are our family now, he will be sadly missed by so many people, he has touched so many peoples hearts and will be in our hearts forever.
Love ya's all Joanne & Steve
PS: We will be here for you, like Steve was for us.
SUE Kerr/SHLATZ
October 26, 2008
I knew Steve since the Days back at E.O.Smith. He went to school there and then worked with me. What great memories of him I have. I was deeply sadden by the news of his passing. I know many of the family members and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hold on to the great memories. Steve rest in peace and I will miss you. SUE (Kerr) SHLATZ Formally of Eastford Ct.
Gregory Reagan
October 26, 2008
I knew Steve since 2002 and we worked together on a number of union construction jobs. He was a free spirit, loved life and always had a smile. Most recently, last October he came to my house and limbed 6 huge trees that were taking over my yard with shade. It was a beautiful day and my wife and I were amazed by the process but more so by Steve's incredible ability and fearlessness! He even went to my brother's house next door and did some work there. My brother took some photos of Steve high up in the trees with his phone camera and sent them to his daughter in Colorado as he was also impressed with Steve's talent! It was a very entertaining and enjoyable day and one we will always remember. Several of our flowering trees are now flourishing because of the additional sunshine they receive now that the shade trees are under control, thanks to Steve. We think of him often when we enjoy those flowers and that sunlight. Deepest Sympathies to his family. Gregory & Sheryl Reagan
Mike & Sally Tyler
October 25, 2008
To George Sr. & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family during this tragic time. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Roxanne Laprise
October 25, 2008
I met Tami and Steve through work and have known them for about ten years. I always knew Steve to have a smile on his face and a giggle to go with it.
Tammi I know there is nothing I can say that will take away your pain. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and I am here if you need me. Steve will live on through his children and no one can ever take that away. Those precious children are the best parts of Tami and Steve.
Carolyn Snay
October 25, 2008
I had known Steve several years by working with his wife Tammy. I'd known him to be a wonderful family man who was adored by his children. He will be missed, forever loved , and admired by all who knew him. Your family is in our htoughts and prayers.
phylis roy
October 25, 2008
Dear Tammy and family, So sorry to hear such sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We never know what will come our way and how sometimes life seems so unfair. Know you have a loving family, and they are there for you. Love Phylis and Ron
debbie morin
October 25, 2008
to the Harakaly Family, I am praying that God will grant you strength to get through this terrible time in your lives and that you will feel the love and comfort of Christ. Tyler you were so loved by your dad, please keep the memories of all those happy times you spent together with you forever. Lindsey you were definitely daddy's little princess, you brought so much joy and happiness to him. He loved you so much. Tammy, there are no words to take away your pain, but know that there are many people who love you and will help in any way they can. All my love and prayers Debbie M.
Jeffrey Johnson
October 25, 2008
A thoughtful, caring, unsefish man who I had the pleasure to have work on my home.
My condolences to the family.
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