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John Rutherford
September 13, 2016
It has been 3 years since you left us. And I miss you more every day. Thank you for the smiles that I get everytime I see your face in my mind. Jimi and I still talk about you and the great times we had. We laugh and remember just how much you impacted our life's. Thank you old friend for being you. Tell your mom I love her and miss her very much. RIP MY FRIEND. See you soon.
John (Sonny) Lurvey
January 12, 2015
I Grew up on the Chamber of Commerce Dock on Miami Beach. My father was a charter boatman. We were tied up next to Harold Abbott. I did know Harold since I was a boy. Those were really great times. I ran private yachts for some time and ultimately joined the Dade County Sheriff's Department where I remained for thirty years. I became the commander of the Bomb Squad. I knew Steve since he was a wee lad and I enjoyed his company. I did lose track of the Abbott's through the years. I happened to see Steve's obituary in the Miami Herald and that did bring back a few memories. I did earn an M.
S. Degree in chemistry which would have surprised my old fishing buddies. In general, they were not very well educated. Like most sea faring people, I moved away from the ocean and now live in a forest on the side of a mountain. That is my story.
January 11, 2015
I knew Steve when he was just a boy. I mated with his dad, Harold on the Phipp's Fighting Lady. Harold was an outstanding boatsman and fisherman. We won most tuna and marlin tournaments that we fished. I recall Steve falling through a rotten wood deck into a septic tank in Montauk N.Y. in an apartment that Harold and Betty Jo rented for the summer while we fished out of the Big Game Club. Man, did he ever smell. Harold nearly drowned him in the bath tub cleaning him up. I liked Steve. He was a good boy. Those were good days. The entire family is gone and I will miss them. Danny Abbott is the only one that I am unsure of.
April 8, 2014
You will always be remembered! Rest in Peace. Love from the Bond Family
October 11, 2013
Steve, I'll never forget you for the weeks of help you gave me after Hurricane Andrew!!
Jeanette Verster
Mike Miller
October 6, 2013
I have read that Steve had a good heart , that's a understatement , growing up across the street as kids , riding bikes , playing slow motion kill, intersection , and of course the guide fights, all that stuff that kids do, every one should have a Steve in their life it sets for great memories. Sol long my old friend from the 61 street gang.
October 4, 2013
Steve, you're up there with your mom and dad,your dog Tiny, your Indigo snake and all those turtles from your turtle pond. RIP. I'll call you when I get a dime. Don't be late!
Russell Douglass
October 1, 2013
Hey, Big Daddy. We all miss ya. You're in a better place. The Dodge Boys miss ya. When I'm in my Hemi Challenger I know you're with me tearing up the streets and frying the tires. I miss ya bro. RIP R.D.
John David Harris III
September 29, 2013
Uncle Steven keep watch over us, don't worry about things down here, say hi to grandma Betty Jo for me. I love and miss you dearly, I will always remember the great times we had. Tight lines, 3s and 8s catch you on the flip flop.. Big Frog
John D. Harris,Jr.
September 26, 2013
My ole BUDDY "STEVE" A TRUE FRIEND&BROTHER ! I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY AND MISS TALKIN TO YOU AND SEEIN
YOU BUT I KNOW I'LL SEE YOU IN THE FUTURE ! SO REST UP "BRO" & WE'LL CATCH YA ON THE FLIP-FLOP ! "I LOVE YOU BROTHER "! Johnny
Jeff
September 17, 2013
My high school buddy,better known as BIG DADDY,was always smiling,even after I sold him my 66 Mustang.And again when I sold him a Dodge pick-up.RIP,I WILL SEE YOU SOON, your friend Mck.
Carlos Calvo
September 14, 2013
Steve,
RIP my friend. Thanks for all the great times and great memories that will never be forgotten. I know you have a great big smile as you look down upon us.
Peace to you my old friend.
September 14, 2013
My deepest condolences to the grieving family at this time. May God comfort your minds and hearts at this difficult time.
John Rutherford
September 12, 2013
My friend, thank you for all the good times
April (King) Rubino
September 12, 2013
Wishing comfort to Steve's family and remembering him fondly from our childhood years together.
Jeff Nottebaum
September 12, 2013
Steve blazing a trail for the rest of us, like you have so many times before. All those football games, so long ago. Good times! You will be remembered. See you soon brother. RIP. Love Jeff
Marlene (McNichol) Snyder
September 12, 2013
A good heart and a better soul...YOU MADE ME SMILE. RIP my special friend.
Anthony Truesdell
September 11, 2013
What a great classmate. You will be remembered. My prayers are with the kids and the family.
Anne Truby
September 11, 2013
On behalf of the South Miami Sr. High Class of 1975, our condolences go out to Steven's family. We have lost a good friend, 'Cobra' football teammate, (Defense,# 74, and track), and very special Class-mate. Steve was liked by everyone, and known for his quiet, sweet smile. I cherish the special bond that we all have as
from being child-hood friends and schoolmates. Peace to you, now, Steve.
Pete Hufsey
September 11, 2013
You have 2 great boys. Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.Rip Homeboy.
Holly Hardy
September 11, 2013
I went to school with Steve, from a very early age we would tease each other. He was funny and energetic. I did run into him several years ago in front of a department store and we laughed about the old times. We will meet again one day Steve. I am sorry for the family he left behind. He is with God now.
Kris Hufsey
September 11, 2013
Steve really was a gentle giant. May God rest his soul, and give strength to Harold, Kimberly and Matthew, and to all his friends and family. Rest in Peace, Steve.
Pete Hufsey
September 11, 2013
See you later homeboy.You have 2 sons I know you were proud of. Good job. Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime. You taught your boys how to fish. Rest in peace homeboy.
September 11, 2013
Rest in Peace, Homeboy. Tight lines and good fishing.
Julia Kouragian-Newell
September 11, 2013
Steve was a good friend to me... a very sweet guy... I will remember that smile. R.I.P Steve, you are missed.
Steve Macfie
September 11, 2013
My first friend in 1st grade; His Mom was our Cub Scout Den Mother. You couldn't find a sweeter, nicer guy. RIP, Steve...
Linda Murton
September 11, 2013
Steve was our neighbor, I remember him as a kind, gentle soul.
Robert Femina
September 11, 2013
Steve you will be missed even thou I have not seen you in years .I will always remember the good time RIP you will be in your thoughts forvever.
Julie Ruigomez Patterson
September 11, 2013
To that gentle giant...always soft spoken with a kind heart rest in peace Steve
Rick Aranha
September 11, 2013
Abbott RIP buddy,you will forever be in my childhood memories, football games in the front yard, walking and riding your 1969 Apple Krate to school,the day you fell behind the mini bike at the dump and still managed to hang on. Your first car the old mustang,your pet snake your Dad found, the blue indigo, thank you for the great times.
Be at peace brother.
John Rutherford
September 11, 2013
Steve was my Best Friend, I love him dearly. He was a good man, kind, loving. He was always ready to help anyone or anything. He loved animals as much as People. The best years of my life, I spent with Steve Fishing, shooting, and laughing the whole time. I will miss Steve very much. My heart goes out to his sons. Your Father was very good Man. He was like a brother to me. God Bless you Steven William Abbott
Chris Rutherford
September 11, 2013
Big Daddy ABBOTT RIP BRO.
The kindest Soul I ever had the Honor of calling Friend
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