Stephen R. Getchell

Stephen was one of my closest friends when I arrived at VFCC in 1984. He welcomed me and shared many helpful hints to maximize my college experience. I am blessed to have enjoyed friendship with him. May God bless this wonderful family. Strphen was a true ambassador for Jesus.

Pastor Steve served as pastor at East End Assembly of God on Evaline St. when I went there. He was a dedicated pastor to his church & did many things for the people. I remember he talked with each one of us individually about our born again experience- our testimonies. That was a great idea to see how each person was drawn by the Lord. Joe Durso & I wanted to have prayer meetings at my home- Pastor Steve gave the go ahead & even made up door knockers for me to hang on my neighbors' doors inviting them to come or drop off prayer requests. One Christmas season, he had us make small bags of cookies, the candy cane meaning tract, etc. to distribute to the neighbors' homes on Evaline St. & nearby streets. He had a heart to reach out to people with the gospel. The children loved him & Sophia- I'll try to include a photo of that. To Sophia & family , my deepest sympathies & praying for you all the " peace that surpasses understanding".

Laura and I are so saddened to hear of Steve´s passing and thankful for his friendship and ministry at East End Assembly of God. Pastor Dave and Laura York, East End Assembly of God

Steve was our Pastor at East End Assebley of God in Bloomfield. One of our favoitie memory with the Getchells was attending the Marriage retreat in Carlisle, and many get togethers

I´m so sorry to hear this. Steve was always kind to everyone. Prayers for the family.

We attended Central Assembly of God for years. Pastor Getchell had been our pastor. Sophia and children, we are so very sorry for this great loss!! We are praying for you!!

He´ll be greatly missed! In Bible school, he would do anything for anybody love Jesus love his family love ministry love the nations! Great, is your faithfulness
Oh Lord !

We first met Steve as he was giving us a huge amount of materials for opening First Love Christian Academy. Sweet man and amazing family. Hugs to everyone!

Love from old college friends Tracey VanHouwe John VanHouwe Michael Santoro Carriejo Santoro.

Stephen was my friend at college back at VFCC. Always kind and sweet. Had a sweet sense of humor and was very caring about everyone. I´m saddened to hear of his passing but comforted to know he´s with Jesus. Praying for his family!

Our sincere condolences to Sophia and family. Pastor Steve holds a very special place in our hearts. He was a Pastor with a lot of love for people and always a smile when he pastored at Central Assembly .
When we were going through one of the most difficult times in our lives he was there. Praying for the family....
SEE YOU AT THE HOUSE PASTOR STEVE !

May our Lord give comfort and peace to the family. He was an anointed servant of God. Once when I needed direction, God gave him wisdom and discernment on what to tell me.

My heart goes out to Sophia and her family. As my pastor, he baptized me at the church and then in the Jordan River in Israel. Precious memories.

So so sad to hear of Pastor Steve's sudden passing. He was a great man and minister, had fun personality and was always friendly to my family, my sister, our dad, and me at Central Assembly when he pastored there.
My deepest sympathy to Sophia and her family and her parents. Holding them up in prayer.

I will be forever grateful for the privilege of knowing Steve. He had the insight to see past an angry and hurt man and then challenge him to become a man of God and follow His calling in your life. Today I am a better man for knowing him and following God´s calling as a Clinical Counselor. I know I will see him again someday. Love you brother. Chuck Cribben

What a good man Steve was! He was so very kind to me and my family when our son passed away. He allowed us to hold the funeral service and meal at the church with no expense to us. I have great respect for Steve and look forward to seeing him again someday soon. Prayers for Sophia, kids and family. They are precious too! Pastor Mike Singo

Steve is now in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ, May the Holy Spirit comfort the entire Getchell and Damovoletes families.

Sincere condolences and prayers for Sophia and family.

His warm smile as I walked in to Central Assembly of God the first time. His kindness will always be with me. My prayers for the family, as God comfort them.