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Steven Hersh Obituary
STEVEN T.
On Friday, November 12, 2004, after a long, courageous fight with leukemia, Steven T. Hersh, age 50, of Avalon, formerly of Shaler Twp. Preceded in death by his father, Clayton W. "Bud" Hersh; father-in-law, Stewart A. "Tony" Mayer and mother-in-law, Elizabeth A. "Betty" Mayer. He is survived by loving wife, Elizabeth A. "Beth" (Mayer) Hersh of Avalon; loving mother, Doris J. "Dotty" Hersh of Shaler Twp.; aunt & uncle, Mr. & Mrs. Jack D. Hersh of Moon Twp.; brother and sister-in-law, Douglas & Sheila Mayer of McKinney, TX and his beloved dog, Auggie. A graduate of Shaler Area High School, Mr. Hersh received his B.S. degree in Landscape Architecture from West Virginia University and earned his master's degree in Human Resources from LaRoche College. Mr. Hersh was employed for 28 years with Filene-Kaufmann's Department Stores where he was Vice-President of Benefits and Labor. Friends invited Sunday & Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm in the THE ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., A GOLDEN RULE MEMBER FIRM, 1014 California Avenue Avalon, (North Boros). Funeral Services Tuesday morning at 11:00 in Elfinwild U.P. Church, 3200 Mt. Royal Blvd., Shaler Twp. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society of Western PA, 2 Gateway Center, 13 N. Pgh., PA 15222.
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Brian Gorny
November 26, 2004
Beth:
I was deeply saddened by the news of Steve's passing. Although I never had the pleasure of working with him I always heard good things about him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family always.
With deepest sympathy,
Brian Gorny & Family
Deborah Bizek
November 18, 2004
Dear Beth,
It's Thursday, November 18th and I just learned of Steve's passing. I am so sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to Steve's mother, as well. You were blessed to share your life with such a wonderful man and I'm sure your grief is overwhelming right now. I remember the day my daughter and I visited you and spent the day "poolside". Steve was so proud to show us all the home improvements he had done (what a talent) and he was a very gracious host. When I think of both of you, I always picture you in your best holiday sweaters and how pleasant it was sharing the holidays with you. You both fought a courageous battle together but now he is at peace. You have my deepest sympathy and I hope to see you soon.
Lannie Kay
November 18, 2004
Beth: What a courageous fight both of you waged. My prayers are with you and all of the family. We will never loose our wonderful memories of Steve. He was a special friend.
Lannie
Kirk Johnson
November 16, 2004
Beth -
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
"Skippy" will be missed!
Kirk
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Barry Dumrauf
November 15, 2004
Beth, My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you!
Liz Stephenson
November 15, 2004
Beth, I send my deepest sympathy & my prayers go out to you . I will keep you in my prayers.
John Hosea
November 15, 2004
Dear Beth, my deepest symphathies go out to you and your family. We will all miss Steve but take heart in the fact that he will be in a better place and will be looking out for us. Steve was a very caring and genuine friend and business partner and our loss is felt by many. Sincerely, John.
Susan Vargo
November 15, 2004
Dear Mrs. Hersh:
I wish to express my condolences to you for the terrible loss of your husband. As an employee who worked with Steve at Kaufmanns, I remember his impressive work ethic. And as a fellow graduate of LaRoche, I have fond memories of our discussions of professors and classes.
Please know that you, Steve, and your family are in my thoughts.
With deepest sympathy,
Sharene Gray
November 15, 2004
I will always think of Steve in his garden, surrounded by dirt and flowers and Auggie. He seemed happiest when he talked about planting and growing things.
He was a kind, generous and intellignet person who will be remembered and missed by many.
May you be a peace now Steve, I'll never forget the years I knew you.
Latoya
Dina Vickers
November 15, 2004
Dear Beth,
My deepest sympathies go out to you. You and Steve showed such courage throughout the past two years. I keep with me fond memories of Steve. I will keep you in my prayers.
Janice Wright
November 15, 2004
Beth
I am so sorry to hear about Steve. He was always so nice to me and I will always remember that.
I will say a prayer for you and your family.
God bless
Janice Wright
Jean Brown
November 15, 2004
Doris, I am so saddened to hear of Steve's death. I know how he was the light of your life and that your sorrow is deep.
Please know that I think of you often and will pray for you to be comforted by family and friends.
Jean Brown
Len and Lori Scheuring
November 14, 2004
Mrs. Hersh and Beth,
We were so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Len and a few friends that grew up with Steve were talking yesterday and said what a good guy Steve was. We know what a good son he was to you, Mrs. Hersh. And you Beth, made him very happy. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Sherri Mohn
November 14, 2004
Beth:
The children and I are saddened to hear of Steve's passing. I have a lot of good memories of working with Steve and will always remember him as a good & compassionate man. We will keep Steve and your family in our prayers.
Sherri Mohn & Children
Vickie Angelo
November 14, 2004
When I think of Steve in the future it will be with fond memories and great admiration for his leadership abilities, guidance and courageous fight. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time and always.
Steve always called me "Vickster" I never really knew why but it always brought a smile to my face.
With fond memories and prayers I offer my sympathies to his family and know he is in a wonderful place.
Sincerely,
Vickie "Vickster" Angelo
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