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Steven Slifstein Obituary
Hyde Park - Steven Lawrence Slifstein, age 74, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family December 5, 2018. Born in the Bronx on February 27, 1944, he was the son of the late Robert Milton Slifstein and Dorothy Schuldiner Slifstein, and the brother of the late Arnold Slifstein. Steve has been a loving husband to his wife Sherry Stern Slifstein for over 50 wonderful years. He is also survived by his children Ilene Slifstein, Keith and Kristin Slifstein, Stefanie and Devon Stubbs, and Matthew and Diane Slifstein. Along with his grandchildren that he adored Hayley, Zoe, Ian, Phoebe, Jacob, Jack, Marcus.
Steve was an entrepreneur for over 40 years in Dutchess County, Rockland County and Ulster County in the wholesale candy and tobacco business. He was affectionately called the Candy Man. Steve was a giant among men, not merely because of his size but his immeasurable size of his heart. Always doing for others and never expecting any recognition or repayment for his kindness and generosity. He was an active sports enthusiast including coaching baseball and ice hockey, fishing down in Sheepshead bay or any Island and don't forget the ponies.
Services will be held grave side at Montefiore Cemetery at 11 am Friday December 7, 2018. 121-83 Springfield Blvd, Jamaica, NY. A reception will follow the service.
Please join the family in celebrating Steve's incredible life on Sunday December 9 from 1 pm to 6 pm at the Slifstein's home in Hyde Park.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cancer Society of America.
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November 2, 2019
Stevie was my husband's Alan's best friend in high school. In fact, he introduced Alan and i at a teacher-alumni basketball game.
I recall Stevie as a kind, gentle and loyal "bear of a man" with a great sense humor!...and did I tell you about the time he ate 24 white castles?
I hope Stevie had a wonderful life and an easy passing.
Alan passed in 2013. I feel your pain.
My sincerest condolences,
Toni Feldstein
December 10, 2018
We hope you are able to find some comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
The Doctors and Staff of Hyde Park Optometry
December 7, 2018
Sherri and family. we will never forget Stevie . He will always be in our memories. The Darrow Family
Jay Curtis
December 7, 2018
My sincere condolences to Sherri and your family. Steve was a wonderful, kind and generous man. Steve and I spent many years together teaching the kids of Hyde Park the great game of baseball. He was a kind and gentle giant, who will be missed by many. RIP my friend.
Gary Feldman
December 7, 2018
Keith and family..so sorry for your loss..he was a great guy and will always be remembered..
John & Sarah Henderson
December 7, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to your family. We were truly blessed to have known and been friends and neighbors with Steve and your family. God bless you all.
Heddy & Eric Panus
December 6, 2018
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you Sherri and your family. Words may not suffice to express the sorrow that we feel for the passing of Steve. We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person. He will be cherished in our memories forever. May his soul rest in peace.
Heddy and Eric
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