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1943
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2026
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Michael Stefonick Obituary
March 14, 1943 - January 16, 2026
Bluffton, South Carolina - Surrounded by the joy of family and loved ones, Mike peacefully went from his home, to his eternal Home and the immeasurable love of God! Devoted and ever so loving father to Amee and Ryan, beloved grandpop and great-grandpop, brother to Georgiana Werner, and forever grateful for our mom, Ruth Eileen.
Our words can't express how deeply Mike cared for each of his family members, his cherished friends, and strangers he met at the intersections of life. In this moment, please allow Ryan and I to thank each of you for your kindness, love and care which filled his days with joy. Mike always started the conversation with "Hello Nice Person", his motto to seek the good in everyone! Over the years dad would recall countless memories, detailing thrilling adventures, pioneering innovations, and heartfelt gratitude for his family and friends. Owner and builder of two highly successful Real Estate franchises: RE/MAX of SE Pennsylvania and RE/MAX of Delaware with 1800 sales associates, dad devoted himself to their success (and ours). As someone who has helped shape every aspect of our lives, we are forever thankful for the wisdom, character, dedication and compassion of our dad.
We are most grateful that on October 7, 2024 at 4:33 pm, Mike chose to trust in the LORD Jesus as his personal Savior. Dad's "Yes!" resounded throughout heaven, and a river of LIFE flowed from the Father to his prodigal son coming home! Dad's faith and recognition of his need for a Savior was the most important decision of his life-time accomplishments! To every "Nice Person" reading this: things here are temporal. Yet if we have an eternal mindset, we will invest spiritually for the moment when we cross the finish line, and into the welcoming arms of our Lord. Dad came to know "Christ IS our life, and we live more fully with Him.
We love you dad!
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J Edmund Mullin
January 31, 2026
I met Mike in 1962 when I had my 1962 Chevy 409 convertible and he had his 1962 Pontiac. We would go to the Big Pixie together and hang out. Who would've thought that I went on to graduate from law school and Mike got into the real estate business.
I represented Mike for years when he was active before he moved to South Carolina. After he moved to South Carolina we had a house in Bluffton so we would get together with him at least once a year for dinner.
Since we sold our house in Bluffton I haven't seen Mike but I certainly remember him with fond memories as a very bright businessman who cared about his clients and customers.
He will be missed. My condolences to the family
Ann Eden
January 29, 2026
Ryan, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending deepest sympathy and prayers for healing.
Ann Eden
Carole Eiler Parry
January 29, 2026
Our deepest sympathies to the families of Mike. I have known Mike since High School and always enjoy being in his company. With both of us ending up in the Low Country we were able to continue our friendship from the Pottsville Days. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Carole and Frank Parry
Andy Twisdale
January 27, 2026
Mike RIP You were a Visionary and every conversation was beneficial and a pleasure
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Corinne Reed Awtrey
January 27, 2026
I´m so sad to read this. Happy that he came to know the Lord. Mike was such an up eat person even when he was faced with his health challenge. May God Bless you all and Mike Rest in Peace. He certainly made a difference.
Rabbi Dr Arthur Segal
January 26, 2026
michael was a true gentleman, a spiritual kind soul, calm in a world of confusion . he was loved by so many.
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