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STEPHEN LEE MCDANIEL, born November 13, 1986 in Houston, Texas, died November 5, 2005. Stephen graduated from Northeast Christian Academy in May, 2005 and was attending Kingwood College. He will be remembered as a young man pure of heart, always putting others before himself. Stephen is survived by his parents, Debbie and Johnny McDaniel of Kingwood, Texas; maternal grandparents, Shirley and Louis Snoe; paternal grandparents, Lee and Jimmie McDaniel; sister, Sarah McDaniel; brother, Andrew McDaniel; aunts, Tammy Molina (Cisco), Cheryl Strickland (Randy), and Lee Ann LaRocca (Vic); uncles, Gary Snoe (Mona), and Dan McDaniel (Karen); 15 cousins and many other loving relatives and friends. A recitation of the Rosary for Stephen will be 6:00 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2005 followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at St. Martha Catholic Church, 2302 Oak Shores Dr., Kingwood, TX with Monsignor Chester Borski, Celebrant.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 7, 2005.

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Tobechukwu Ike

May 1, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Cat Brennan

November 9, 2005

STEPHEN

"I feel you everywhere I go. I see your smile, I see your face, I hear you laugh'n in the rain. I still can't believe your gone.

It ain't fair you died too young, like the story that had just begun, but death tore the pages all away. God knows how I miss you, all the hell I've been through, just known' no-one could take your place. And sometimes I wonder, who you'd be today." Kenny Chesney's words have captured my feelings about Stephen.



I only knew Stephen for three years but. it feels like I've known him my whole life. He was everything a friend could be. He was the shoulder to cry on and the smile to laugh with. I looked up to him as my brother. He was the kind of person I could only dream to be. I told him everything and not once did he judge me, he only saw the good. He always put a smile on my face. I'll never forget driving around screaming to the radio, making stupid movies for school, our fun talks about catholicism, goofing off at Randall's, and just spending time together. Stephen will be forever a part of my life and heart. I LOVE YOU STEPHEN!

Gloria Ortiz

November 9, 2005

Debbie & family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. May God give you the strength you need.

(Annie Ortiz's Mom, CCE)

Lauren Eustace

November 9, 2005

Stephen was the most amazing man I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. I will never forget him. He has impacted my life in a profound way and I don't think he was even trying. I love you Mr. and Mrs. McDaniel. If you need anything please contact me.

Sarah Lujan

November 8, 2005

To my family I wish we were there to help you in your time of need. To Little Sarah much love and support and to know how very sorry I am for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Katie Montgomery

November 8, 2005

McDaniel family,

We were greatly saddened to hear of your loss. May you be constantly filled with the happy and loving memories you have of your sweet Stephen. Be comforted knowing you are being constantly lifted to the Father in prayer over the days and weeks ahead. In His love,

Mickie Schiel

November 8, 2005

Stephen was a wonderful young man, I know. My family's thoughts and love are with all of you today. We wish we could be there with you. Special love to little Sarah from Big Sarah. Hugs to all. They say the good die young and is definitely the case in this instance.

Marcie Shaw

November 8, 2005

My deepest condolences to your family. I did not know Stephen personally but my daughter did and she spoke so highly of what a great young man he was

Kimberly Shockley

November 8, 2005

Johnny, Debbie, Sarah & Andrew;

There are no words that we can express to take away your loss. Be comforted by each other, family, friends and your memories of Stephen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



The Shockleys

Carl, Kimberly, Carly & Kristofer

Richard Lawson

November 8, 2005

1 Corinthians 15:54-55:

54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.

55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?



Stephen will be missed by all his friends from CAP.



May the Lord bless you and keep you, may the Lord make his face to shine on you.



Sincerly,



C/CMSgt Lawson

Jerry & Mary Delso

November 7, 2005

Johnny & Debbie, So sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Mary & I will keep you in our prayers.

William Kinison

November 7, 2005

May God bless Stephen and his family.

Rest in peace.

Irene and Walt Dudek

November 7, 2005

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Beth Brennan

November 7, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to those who know and love Stephen. He was an amazing person and filled the air with joy every place he went. He will be remembered as an awesome guy and a wonderful friend.

Lupe Lopez Family

November 7, 2005

We are so profoundly sadden by your loss. Please know that our most deepest prayers are with you at this most difficult and trying time.

Susan Kratt

November 7, 2005

To the McDaniel Family,

Our deepest sympathies - Stephen was not only one of my favorite people, he had a beautiful spirit and a loving heart. He will be so very missed. I wish that we could be there for the service - but our hearts are there. I am comforted to know that he is in the arms of our Savior. My buddy - I will miss your sweet smile.

Susan Kratt

Fritz & Jim Guthrie

November 7, 2005

Dear McDaniel family,

Though we haven't met you, we did have the great pleasure of knowing and enjoying Stephen. He and our daughter Elle were true friends, often talking for hours, sharing their thoughts, hopes and dreams. He was a very special young man and is already missed terrifically. It is our hope that your sadness can be somewhat comforted by knowing what a wonderful friend he was and what an impact he had on the lives he touched! Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days ahead.

Raymond Slocumb

November 7, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire McDaniel family.



The Slocumbs

Tabitha Brayer

November 7, 2005

My prays and thoughts are with you. I became friends with Stephen at Randalls I worked in the Booth with him. He is such a great guy. I will miss him dearly.

Aaron Reeves

November 7, 2005

We will keep the family in our prayers alway, God bless all of you.



Richard, Barbara Reeves

Aaron Reeves(former NCA student & friend - I'll miss you buddy)

Karen Warfield

November 7, 2005

Debbie, We are immensely saddened at the news of your loss, but we know Stephen is reaping the rewards of eternity that we are all striving for. In Christ, David, Karen, Matt & Mark Warfield

Elle Guthrie

November 7, 2005

Stephen was like a brother to me. I will forever miss the way his eyes lite up when he smiled or laughed. I will miss the way we used to drive around an d talk for hours. He has help make the person i am today, and i am truly honored to have known such a wonderful guy. I will forever miss him, he will shall remain in my heart and my mind forever. May he sleep sweet, and rest in peace. Intel the day we meet again stephen, i love you and miss you!

Kathy & Steve Silva

November 7, 2005

We will keep your family in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss!

Milly Pena

November 7, 2005

We are devastated to learn of Stephen's passing. Our family will always remember the great times Stephen had with our children and the fine young man that he became. We were honored to serve with him in Civil Air Patrol and watched him grow and develop over the years into a great leader. We wish we could be in Kingwood to personally express our sorrow to you. You have been and will continue to be in our prayers.



Love,

Milly and Richard Peña

Ricky, Becky,

Danielle and Josh

Alan Rudder

November 7, 2005

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Janie Kessler

November 7, 2005

I keep a poem on my desk that someone gave me on the death of my mother, it brings me solace. The last sentence is: My Lord and dearest Friend, For every cross I carry,.......you lift the other end.

Anne Trapani

November 7, 2005

To the McDaniel Family~

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Stephen was a fine young man who will be profoundly missed. May God surround all of you with His comfort and peace.

The Trapani Family

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