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Steven Mickle Obituary
Born in St. Louis he was the son of the late Carlton Spencer Mickle and Meredythe Miller Mickle.
He graduated from E.C. Glass High School and maintained deep life long friendships with the companions he journeyed with on a canoe trip spanning from the New River in Lynchburg and ending in New Orleans. He served proudly in the Navy in Kodiak, Alaska. As a portrait artist, represented by Portraits South, and Portraits Inc. his pastel portraits delighted families and won him the respect and admiration of his colleagues across the country and inspired his surviving wife of 8 years, Kyle Edgell.
He also is survived by his two sons Sam Mickle , and Jed Mickle and his wife Beth, 2 Grandchildren, Gryphon and Elowen and nephews Carlton Mickle, Franz Mickle and Ben Shafer.
A funeral service with Pastor Mark Graham officiating will be held on Thursday July 19, 2012 at 1 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church at 4608 Brambleton Avenue Roanoke, VA. A reception and time of visitation will be held immediately following.
Donations in his name may be made to the Rescue Mission of Roanoke "HOPE Challenge" at 402 4th Street SE. Roanoke, VA 24013.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Mickle
Barbara Hartley
March 9, 2024
Steve, I’ve often wondered how you were and what great projects you were mastering. I just now discovered your presence here has long been quiet. Since I left Lynchburg in 2007 I have been out of the loop. Best wishes to your loved ones and rest in God’s embrace.
Jean White
July 26, 2012
As a former Portraits South associate in Tallahassee FL, I not only had the privilege of working with Steve on clients' commissions, but also he painted our son Hayes' fabulous portrait. He was a wonderful man and I always enjoyed our conversations, which often turned to sons since we each had two. Know how much I'm thinking of you in your great loss... Most sincerely,
Wendy Robertson
July 22, 2012
Jed and Beth, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and the children are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wendy and Jim Robertson
Heidi Steffy
July 18, 2012
Dear, dear Steve, you and I are the closest connection to older cousins and the next set of younger cousins on our Mothers side. Of course, we have always been connected because our birthdays are two days apart. Over the years when we had occasion to talk by phone, whatever we had called the other about ended by reminiscing about those times when we were carefree, happy, energetic kids in a kid's paradise, otherwise known as a beach in Wisconsin. Other, younger, cousins have memories of a similar paradise, a different beach in Wisconsin, but you and I still remembered that first beach. Now I have no one to share those memories.
Both of us had experienced the pain of divorce and the growing strong after the pain. You told me the sweet story about when you decided you were ready, you prayed for someone special to come into your life. As an answer, Kyle appeared. I then heard the happiness, the love and the new found energy in your voice. I knew your prayer had been truly answered.
I have often said that human beings ought to be genetically engineered to have a wonderful life and die peacefully in our sleep.....but at 103 years of age, not 68!!!!
How, oh how, did you get cheated out of getting your dreams, your dreams with Kyle and your dreams with your sons fulfilled??? I know that railing against the Universe is pointless, but it is so, so; frustratingly so sad.
I shall miss you dear cousin. But, I cannot begin to imagine the loss, and sadness that Kyle, Jed, Sam and your family is struggling with. I know you are at peace. But those you left behind....... Love
July 18, 2012
Dear Kyle, I am thinking so much about you and about the wonderful artist and fun man that God has shared with you and so many others of us. Sam and Jed dearly appreciate you, and I'm quite sure that I shall also do so! I look forward to knowing you, and rejoice that you and your dearest Steve could share 8 years together! My love and admiration pour out to you now, and I pray that the comfort of our beloved Lord will sustain you during this difficult and transitional time. With heartfelt love, Carole Lynchburg, VA
Kelly Faulconer
July 18, 2012
Kyle,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray for peace, understanding and healing for you and your family during this difficult time.
Sonny & Kathy Martin
July 18, 2012
Kyle and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
July 17, 2012
My love and sympathy Kyle. Mildred Hipps
July 17, 2012
steve you were the best of the best. i am so happy to have had you as a friend, and even though we have long since moved from our beloved virginia, your three wonderful paintings have accompanied us to the west. my sincere condolences to your family.
dennis frings
Julie Mitchell
July 17, 2012
Steve was one of my brother's best frineds from high school on. I remember him as always being fun to be around, even if I was the "older" sister.
Such talent! You will be missedby many.
Kelly M. Sisson
July 17, 2012
Kyle -- you and your family are much in my heart, my thoughts, my prayers. May you find healing in good memories and your art!
Be gentle with yourself. Breathe...
Jo Bell
July 17, 2012
Steve was a great artist and a wonderful man. I am fortunate to have one of his pastels and his book. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Thank you Steve for sharing your amazing talents.
July 16, 2012
We are saddened to hear of the loss of our cousin Steven. We send our heartfelt condolances to all of his family.
Linda B. McKee and Jeffrey Bussiere
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