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JAMES DAVID "JIM" STEPP

JAMES DAVID "JIM" STEPP obituary, Deland, FL

JAMES STEPP Obituary

James David "Jim" Stepp, 21, of Deland, son of David and Debbie Stepp, was tragically killed in a single-vehicle accident Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. A graveside service will be at noon Friday, Jan. 22, at Oakdale Cemetery, corner of West Plymouth and North Clara avenues in DeLand, followed by a reception at DeLand Country Club, 2289 Country Club Drive. Jim was born in DeLand April 28, 1988, and lived his entire life here. He graduated with honors from DeLand High School, Class of 2006, attended Daytona State College, and recently graduated from the Daytona State College Firemen and EMT Program. Jim was an avid golfer, and won many junior trophies as well as several matches at the DeLand Country Club. He also excelled at target-shooting, and he enjoyed riding motorcycles. In addition to his parents, David and Debbie, he is survived by his sister, Adrienne Ford of Oviedo; his maternal grandmother, Mary Stokes; his paternal grandmother, Bertha Stepp Fletcher and her husband, Ray, of DeLand; uncles, Robert Stokes and his wife, Patty, of Pittman, and Richard Stokes and Phillip Stokes; and one aunt, Leah Clayton Costa and her husband, Rick, all of DeLand; and many cousins and friends, and his beloved cat, Holly. He was preceded In death by his maternal grandfather, Ingram Stokes, and his paternal grandfather, Jim Stepp. Jim will be remembered for his kind and loving heart, his willingness to help anyone, his quick wit, his sense of adventure, and love of his family. Words cannot express how we will miss him. Memorial donations be made to: Firefighters Education Endowment Scholarship @ D.S.C. Foundation, 1200 W. Intl. Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114. Expressions of sympathy may be mailed to the Stepp Family at P.O Box 689, DeLand, Florida 32721. Lankford Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Jan. 20, 2010.

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Amie Moore

January 24, 2010

Dear David and Debbie
I'm so sad to hear about your son Jim. Both of you are in my thoughts and prayer. I did not know Jim, but I heard a lot of good stories about him from Traci(from the laundry mat). I know that God is with him and protecting him now.
God bless
Amie c. Moore

Andrea Valko Seymour

January 23, 2010

Dear David and Debbie,

So deeply sorry for the loss of your son, Jim. May you feel the presence of the Lord as he comforts you. God bless you.

Love and Prayers,
Andrea Valko Seymour and family

Robbie Selby

January 22, 2010

Dear David, Debbie and Bertha, I just got back in town and heard of this tragedy... there are no words. I am so very very sorry and saddened. I can not even imagine how broken you must be. I will pray that God will somehow hold you and comfort you through the love of friends and the arms of family.

January 22, 2010

Mr. & Mrs. Stepp,
You have my sincerest sympathy on the passing of your son. I did not know your son, or you. I do know however, what you are going through. I, too, lost a son in a single car accident. He was 23. I was visiting his gravesite today while your service was going on. I will pray for you to have strength and courage to get through this. My heart goes out to you all.

God Bless you.
Vickie Patty, Deland

January 22, 2010

David & Debbie:

Susie and I were sad to hear of the loss of of your son Jim.

Always remember that our children are a gift from God and their time here with us, completes us.

We will keep you in our prayers and may this moment pass quickly.

Greg & Susie LeFils

Kyle Durden

January 21, 2010

Mr & Mrs. Stepp,

I was very saddend to hear the loss of Jim. I knew Jim since he was in the High School Lunch Bunch, that came into Toms Pizza everyday where I was a manager. I always saw Jim as a kind and sincere individual. Working with High School students you tend to have some problems every now and then, that wasnt the case with Jim he was always so polite. Please know that he will truley be missed. May God Bless you and may his arms of love wrap you ever so tightly.

Jon and Pat Moore

January 21, 2010

Dear David and Debbie,

We were so sad to hear about the loss of your son, Jim. As a parent I can't imagine the grief you are feeling. Trust in God and the knowledge that he is safe and let your memories give you comfort always.

Mic & Nancy Madigan

January 21, 2010

David and Debbie,

Our prayers are with you and your family, we are so very sorry for your loss. May God bless and keep you all.

Kelly Lockhart

January 20, 2010

David and Debbie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thought are with you.
Frank and Kelly Lockhart

January 20, 2010

Debbie,David, So very very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Kelly's Mary & David and John & Margaret.

January 20, 2010

dear david and debbie, we are so sorry for your loss. if we can ever do anything for you, please don't hesitate to call 0n us. sincerely, gus and arlene

January 20, 2010

Debbie,David
I am so sorry about your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.God Bless

Michelle & Eric Dahl

Sharon Dickens

January 20, 2010

David, Debbie and Bertha,
When Mom told us about the loss of your son, my heart just broke for your family. Please know that we are keeping each of you in our thoughts and prayers. The Stepp family will always hold a special place in my heart!

Teresa Campbell, Fire Science Department

January 20, 2010

Mr. and Mrs. Stepp, I was so saddened to hear about Jim's accident. I enjoyed getting to know him while he was in the Academy. I told him at Graduation that I really admired his drive and motivation to finish what he started. I also reminded him how lucky he was to have both of you in his corner rooting for him. Please know that your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Heather Crawford

January 20, 2010

Mr. and Mrs. Stepp, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know that the entire staff at Parks Dermatology is thinking of you too. Sincerely, Heather L. Crawford, PA-C

Jennifer Cooper

January 20, 2010

I didn't know James personally, but I spoke to him a week ago when he called DSC to ask me about his diploma. I was very happy to let him know the diploma was on it's way to him, and I remember what a respectful and sweet young man he was. I was very saddened by his loss, and I want you to know that I'm praying for your family, for God's grace and peace to comfort you in this time of loss.

Patty Nimmo

January 20, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss, such a talented young man, one angel taken too soon

January 20, 2010

Dear Bertha, David and Debbie, Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless each of you.

Sincerely, Pam Ehrhardt

Kitty Ostermann

January 20, 2010

Dave, Debbie and Bertha,
Words cannot express the sorrow that I have been feeling for you. I cannot imagine the powerful pain you are undertaking. Just know that your trust in God will help you through this, along with all the prayers that are being said for you in this time of tragedy. God Bless you all.

edwards stephen

January 20, 2010

You both are in our prayers. Again if you need anything let us know.

January 20, 2010

Bertha, David, Debbie - I was shocked and very saddened to read today of young David's tragic death. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your entire family. God will comfort and hold you close through your pain. Dorothy Buckles

Pat Nordman

January 20, 2010

Oh! My so-dear David and Debbie! Words indeed fail in such a time as this. Know that you are deeply loved!

January 20, 2010

David and Debbie:
We can share your loss. We too lost a 25 year old son to a car accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Myles and Helen Smith

Suzie Hill

January 20, 2010

Dear David and Debbie:

You both are in my prayers. If you all need anything, please let David or I know.

Nancy McGregor

January 20, 2010

David & Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Cindy Fusco

January 20, 2010

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with your family at this time . May the love and strength of God be with you at this time of sorrow.

Sincerely Cindy & Sal Fusco ( Xpedx )

Kerry Nordman

January 20, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Words are hard to come at this time and understandably you probably wouldn't even hear them...just know you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the difficult days ahead. God Bless each of you.
Most Sincerely,
Kerry & Larry

Lisa & Dwight Lewis

January 20, 2010

David and Debbie,

It is with deepest sympathy that we write this. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you both. We pray for God's comfort and let Him hold you close.

Mike Harrington

January 20, 2010

My prayers go out to the whole family... Jim was a remarkable,
sharp, and caring individual.
May your memories console you
in this time of grief..

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