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Steven Nadeau Obituary

NADEAU, STEVEN J., 45, of Old Mishnock Hwy., died peacefully at his sister Sharon and her husband Rene Sawyer's home in West Greenwich on Sunday, August 3, 2008.

Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of Pauline C. (Lafreniere) Nadeau of Coventry and the late Armand L. Nadeau.

Steven was a graduate of Central Falls High School and RI College. He served in the US Army. He worked at the Kent County YMCA for 15 years where he ultimately attained the position of Executive Director. He enjoyed helping under privileged children and their families. He most recently served as Child Care Director for the Salvation Army in Providence. He was an avid fan of the New England sports teams. Steve enjoyed family gatherings, Country Music, and traveling to baseball games at Camden Yards in Baltimore.

He was the father of Michael & Madison Nadeau. Brother of David Nadeau, Paula McCann and husband Kevin, Rosie Guindon and husband Kevin all of Coventry; and Paul Nadeau and wife Denise of Johnston. Also survived by several nieces & nephews. Steven was fiance of Silvia Machado of Warwick.

His funeral will be Thursday at 8 am from the Robert A. Iannotti Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., (Rte.117) Coventry, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 am in SS John & Paul Church. Burial with Military Honors in RI Veterans Cemetery. Visiting hours Wed. 5-8 pm.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Michael & Madison Nadeau education fund, c/o Paula McCann, 11 Old Mishnock Hwy., Coventry, RI 02816 will be appreciated.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Aug. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Nadeau

118 Entries

August 4, 2009

Steven,

It is hard to believe a year has gone by so quickly. I know that those that shared your life struggled yesterday to find sense in your passing. I am sure like me, they found it difficult to find a reason why you are no longer with us.
I found myself talking to you out loud perhaps hoping that you would answer. Whenever I had a big decision to make I would "run it by you" and usually you gave me lots of great advice to make the right choice. I would like to think you still are doing that even though I physically can not see you or hear your voice. I thought I would cry a lot, but I found myself running memories through my head instead.
With the hot and humid weather I was thinking about how you would have sent me out to get Dell's lemonade for our camp counselors and how you would have told Jon to get a double swim time in for the campers to keep cool. I thought about how you would tell me to run faster because you were going to hit a ball behind me to right field and that I better not let you catch me when you were running. I thought about how happy you were when you spent time with Madison and Michael and how your face would glow with pride. I thought about annual support phonathons at Arpin's and how great Mr. Plouffe was on the phone and how you would challenge us all to be as good as he was asking for money. I remember countless staff retreats where our YMCA family would just plain get silly and how you would demand that Dennis and I have food responsibilities so you could have chicken parmesan. Somehow it always ended up in a competition that we all would enjoy. I remember my birthday where you thought it would be a great idea to take a Yankee fan to their first Red Sox game at Fenway. I must admit it was fun. I could go on for hours, but suffice it to say these and many more memories made yesterday somewhat bearable.
I also spent the week at my brother's lake house in Cooperstown. Wished you were there since you love baseball so much. I read a book you would have loved from Randy Pausch. He recently died of Pancreatic Cancer and as a professor delivered a speech called the last lecture. It was great, but his supporting book was even better. It spoke of his journey towards death and all I could say to myself as I read was this is what Steve did. In one passage someone told him "when you die, you will take a piece of me with you. You will always have a piece of me and I will always have a piece of you." I found some truth in that as I know when you left us here, you also left a piece of yourself with every life you touched.
So, my dear friend, today and always know that you are missed more than a year ago and will forever have a piece of me with you and you with me...may you and Mary be silly!
Love,
Jodi

Silvia Machado

June 20, 2009

Babe,
There are so many feelings in my heart right now as the time approaches for me to leave Rhode Island. As a new journey begins in just another week, I can't help but think of the past 3 years and what those years have meant for me here in this beautiful state.

You are my most beautiful memory and my greatest joy. The friendship and the love we shared will always be with me wherever I go.

Someone asked me the other day what was the biggest lesson learned, well, I learned a few... Life is short so live it well and enjoy it, Love without holding back, say everything you need to say NOW, and most importantly, be prepared for eternity.

I leave a beautiful family and great loving children whom I will miss but will make sure to see as often as I can. Thank you, for sharing them with me :-).

Steve, you are my forever love and I will never, ever, forget you.

Love always,
Silvia

Silvia Machado

April 11, 2009

My Dear Steve,
Because Jesus died at Calvary and then rose again on the third day, you and everyone else that has died in HIM are also alive with Him today. EASTER takes a whole new meaning for me this year as I think that, because of that day 2009 years ago, we have the assurance of one day being with you again. For those who die in Christ, death has no eternal consequence.
I still miss you dearly and I look forward to that day of joyful reunion.

We will once again get together tomorrow and once again, we will think of you and miss you, talk of you and laugh, and remember you and be sad. Yet, I find comfort in knowing that you are celebrating your first Easter in heaven with our Savior.
You would know what I mean when I say "Because Jesus lives, I can face tomorrow, because He lives, all fear is gone, because I know He holds the future, and life is worth the living, just because He lives.."

It is only through Him that we can continue to face tomorrow without you, until that great day, when we'll meet again.

I LOVE YOU!
Silvia

Kristen Cobb

April 9, 2009

Steve,

I was driving down Rt.2 yesterday and looked through the woods and saw Camp Ok-Wa-Neset. I immediately thought of one of the staff nights we had when all the counselors were playing "commandant". We sort of teamed up and in trying to get back to "base" we came face to face with a skunk! I'll never forget that night. Hey, we made it to base too!!

With fond memories,
Kristen Cobb (Mitchell)

Heather Enos-Roberti

April 5, 2009

Steve, you will always be remembered as one of the most remarkable people I have ever known. You made the Y spirit real to so many of us. We will always keep the red, blue, green, and yellow close to our heart.

Krystal Sawyer

April 5, 2009

Happy birthday Uncle Steve! It still feels like you're here. I really wish you were so we could celebrate this day with you like every other year in the past. It feels weird not going in with Amanda to buy you a birthday present.
We all miss you more than you could ever fathom, and I know you're watching over us each and every day.
Love Krystal

Jodi Petrozak

March 22, 2009

SJN,

Nine years ago last week, we sat by a pool sharing a beer and great conversation at one of our many YMCA trainings together. I remember what we spoke about clear as day, our mortality and our legacy.

Not many people have lived through an experience like ours, losing a colleague and friend in a tragic accident (only those from our Kent County family know that pain). I remember us questioning whether or not people would remember us when we were gone the way they remembered Mary. We laughed, we cried and we built a bond that night that would last a lifetime.

Although I still have that question unanswered, for you dear friend we have the verdict...

You are missed, you are loved, people remember you and the legacy you left through your selfless work at the YMCA, your uncanny ability to make everyone laugh and your beautiful children and family.

I miss you my friend and hope one day we will meet again to "touch the ocean" and chat again about what really matters in life.

Love,
Jode

Krystal Sawyer

February 16, 2009

Uncle Steve,
It hasn’t even been a year since we lost you but it feels like a lifetime. You are talked about every single day by so many different people whose lives you have touched. The whole family being up in Vermont made me think about you even more this weekend because your fun-loving, childish spirit was what made Vermont fun. All the greatest memories I have of that house: playing Sardines, tubing in the back yard, playing board games on the dining room table and racing off to play a quick Wii baseball game during commercials…they all revolve around you. I don’t care what holiday, birthday or family gathering it is, there is an emptiness present that is felt by all of us. That emptiness is you and your beautiful, energetic, lighthearted personality that will never be forgotten. You and Pepe were the two people in our family who had this liveliness to them and God wanted both of you. I know you are both looking over us everyday. I miss you both so much and wish I had gotten to spend more time with each of you. I love you!

Love Krystal

Darlene

February 6, 2009

Steve,

I kept debating whether to write in your guest book or not, but something kept telling me to write. This time last year we had already spent several joyful weekends together, talking, laughing, having fun and looking forward to more fun weekends. Although I have gone on with my life, I have so many memories of us. Valentines Day, your B-day and Easter are coming up and I will always remember those special days we spent together.

God bless the lives you touched and I know you and God are looking over those you cared for.

Silvia Machado

December 15, 2008

Hey Babe,

I have been reminded once again this past week of how short life is, how we can be here one second and gone the next. I am sure you and Mrs. Pfeiffer have had time to chat and think about the times we were all together just over a year ago. I know she is in a better place and I am glad she is with you :-).

Yesterday, once again, another unexpected loss, Nubia has left an empty space in all of our lives. The Pawtucket Corps will not be the same... we are all still in shock and you know what this means to all of us specially during this time of year. She did so much and she will be trully missed.

I am in the middle of kettles and toys but it is no longer fun :-( I miss you soo much!! I am soo tired of illnesses and death but I am reminded that in eternity there will be no more sickness, death or tears.

I will try to continue to live my life the way God wants me to, to love unconditionally, to help as many people as I can etc..for when my time comes, the only thing left will be the good I have done and the lives touched.

thinking of you and missing you!

Jodi Petrozak

December 1, 2008

Dear Steve,

I can not imagine how difficult it was for your family to have their first holiday without you present to make jokes and keep the party rolling. You have always been the "life" of whatever event you attended. Like all those that loved you and whose lives you touched, I thought about you on Thanksgiving Day and knew you were watching over us like a guardian angel keeping us safe. I must admit though, it was tough to know I didn't have you to talk to on the phone on my way home from New York about the latest family fun we both had experienced. So, forgive me, I pretended to speak to you anyway, and in some small way I know you heard me and probably called me crazy for talking out loud.

You may remember that my niece does an "I am thankful" book every Thanksgiving holiday. This year my entry was about you...I am thankful for the many years I called you friend and for the memories we shared through work and play. I am certainly a better person for it.

Anyway, today and always even though four months have passed, know you will always be the light, the laughter, the joy that touched many lives. As others have written, the love and joy we all shared with you is as bright as the last time we saw you.

May you and Mary be causing lots of mischief and taking care of all the children in heaven that so needed the two best childcare workers in the world!

Much Love...
Jodi

Bruce Allan Moran

November 30, 2008

Steve,

On Tuesday I spent some time with a life long friend; your brother-in-law Kevin Guindon. He achieved a significant amount of success in his field that day and I thank God that I had the chance to share it with him. As I looked around I found myself staring at my brothers, Joe, Gregg and Chris. I can't even imagine what my life would be like without each and everyone of them in it. I see the same feelings in your family. I know that Kevin and Rosie thought often of you that day. I see the legacy you left behind, the love of your family and friends and it makes me want to be a better man. I had Thanksgiving Dinner with my brother Gregg this year and we prayed for Danny Paquette. It has been nearly two years and I still think of him often. Danny Paquette and Steve Nadeau left this earth too early. I thank God each and every moment for the many gifts that they left behind. I thank God for the lessons that those two gentlemen taught me and I look up and smile and know that someone had to be up there to take care of Ralph Holden. God chose two of the greatest guys that I have ever known; Steve Nadeau and Danny Paquette. God Bless the many lives that were touched by these two men. I know that God is watching over the people who loved you both so much.

Silvia Machado

November 27, 2008

Dear Steve,
It's Thanksgiving Day and there is nothing in this world I am more thankful for than the gift of having you in my life. I am greateful to God for the time he gave us and for your salvation which one day will make it possible for us to be together again.
We will all miss you at Paula's today, there is not one day we don't think about you and talk about you. Everytime we are together we talk about beatiful memories and you are present in every thing we do. Thank you Steve, for bringing such joy to my life and for leaving me with such a beautiful family to share with. I miss you today as much as I missed you 3 months ago, or even more. You are always in my thoughts and in my heart. I LOVE YOU!

Rosie Guindon

October 18, 2008

Steve,
There hasn't been a day that we don't think about you. You are so missed by everyone! I still can't believe that you are not going to show up at family gatherings or NOT call when you are going to be late.

We recently celebrated Maddie's 10th birthday and it took everything in our power to make it a happy experience for her because we miss your presence so much. Maddie is a beautiful, bright, and strong young lady. You would be so proud of her! Michael is so kind, thoughtful, and witty. He definately has your sense of sportmanship and continues to excel in playing sports. You would be proud of him as well. Please know that your children are so special to each and everyone of us and we love them with all of our hearts.

There are times when I think I see you driving by and I have to tell myself that I have to look up to see you now. I hope and pray that you and dad are looking down upon us and are our angels now. I wish we could have spent more time together but I guess G_D had a different plan for you. Each day is so painful without you but I know that you are not in pain anymore and that gives me peace.

Steve, I love and miss you.
Your baby sister,
Rosie

Krystal Sawyer

October 15, 2008

Dear Uncle Steve,
I think about you more and more everyday. Watching pats games are so difficult without you here. I miss you so much...we all do. Please don't ever forget that.

NATASHA PIRES

October 3, 2008

Mrs. Nadeau, Rosie, Paul, Paula,
I only found out today about Steve passing, I was very sad to hear that, although I only remember him from when we were all very young, I do remember that he was a good and kind person. Please accept my deepest simpathies to all your family from mine

Natasha Pires

Jamie Nadeau

September 23, 2008

Dear Steve,

Long, dark nights continue to pass and the pain still can be almost unbearable. This week is especially difficult as I am reminded of past fall days when you were so happy and vibrant, living life to the fullest (whether it be with your children, loving family or working).
Although, we are sad that you are not here today to celebrate with the one you cherished in your last days, know that we are. Our children have taken pride and joy in having Silvia in their lives. Madison embraces her unconditonal love and warm heart each day. Michael loves her dearly and feels blessed to have her there.
I want to thank you for this treasure also, Steve. They have been given a gift and that will last a lifetime. I know you are very proud and you should be!
Thank you Silvia for being there for us. A good friend of mine and Steve's said recently, "Everyone needs a Silvia!" I had to agree.
I hope you have a Happy Birthday!
Love,
Jamie

Silvia Machado

September 22, 2008

Babe,
Today is my birthday and as people ask me what I want or what I wish for, there is only one thing I wish I could have more than anything in the world..you by my side!!

I still ask why, why we couldn't have had more time with each other but there is still no answer... not for now anyway...someday...someday I will be able to ask God that question face to face, although the more I think about it, the more I realize that, when that time arrives, I will be too busy running towards you and kissing you again :-).

dayna orourke

September 3, 2008

Jamie, Michael and Madison,

Words can not say how sorry we are for your loss. We will never know how strong you all are to get through something like this. It escpecially touched close to home with your kids and Steve being the same ages as Emerald, Mackenzie, and Keith. Steve would have wanted only the best for all of you. If we can help make this possible in any way just let us know. We will always remember Steve as a part of the family, laughing, obsessively shopping and taking care of those kids. Only time for happy and positive thoughts. Jamie we love you and you can lean on us when you need to. Michael, your a strong, smart, loveable young man. Uncle Keith can't wait to take you fishing and do any exploring you want to do. Madison, your a beautiful little fairy, you have changed so much lately and we are proud to call you our neice, lets go shopping. Steve we will take good care of your kids we love them, too.

Love,
Dayna & Keith O'Rourke

Ray and Ann Goff

September 2, 2008

Paul, Paula, Kevin, Mrs. Nadeau:
I just heard about Steve passing away and was so saddened by the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless, Ann Goff and Family.

Silvia Machado

September 1, 2008

Babe,
I miss you more than words can express. I am thinking about Labor Day last year...beautiful sunny day by the beach and enjoying a Collin Raye Concert. What a great day we had together!! I will cherish the memory of that and many other days forever! It is those memories of first of all, our friendship, and then our love, that will keep me moving on until the day that I see you again.

There is not one minute I do not think about you and wish you were still with us. Thank you for the beautiful and loving extended family you left me with. Their love and care helps me get through the dark days. Thank you as well, for the gift of your children, who each and everyday remind me more and more of you. Michael has your heart for people and Maddie your wit and personality. As we promised, we are all doing our part to keep them as happy and as safe as possible and will continue to watch over them and help them be the man and woman you would have wanted them to be. Nobody will ever be able to take your place in their lives, or mine for that matter..since there is no one else like you.

Everyone misses you at work and I do not know what I am going to do without you this Christmas season. Angel Tree and counting kettles money will never be the same without you. You made everything so much fun!! I know you are certainly in a much better place, where there is no more suffering and no more pain, no more cancer, and where one day I will see you again. In the meantime, please know that I miss you and love you more each and every day and that there will always be that special place in my heart and memory that nothing, and no one, will ever be able to fill.

"If you get there before I do, don't give up on me, I'll see you when my chores are through, I don't know how long I'll be..but I'm not going to let you down, baby wait and see..and between now and then, till I see you again, I'll be loving you,
Love,
Me

Stephanie Riotte (Travers)

September 1, 2008

Dear Paul and Paula~
I've just learned of Steves passing, and I am so very sorry for your loss. I know much time has passed since our days on Parker St. and Watson St. but I have fond memories of our teeneage years and think of those times often. May your wonderful memories of your brother carry you all through this difficult time.

God Bless!

Krystal Sawyer

August 27, 2008

Uncle Steve,
I miss you more than you could ever understand. You've been the greatest godfather and uncle someone could ever be. Watching patriots games every Sunday won't be the same without you here screaming at the tv and telling us which commercials are "dumb dumb". Holidays and family parties will never be as great without your competitive spirit and fun-loving personality. You're the only one I could ever count on to get a board game going like liars dice or balderdash. I really can't believe you're gone for good and I can't believe Michael and Maddy have to live without the best thing they ever had in their life. We will always continue to love and miss you. I know you'll be watching over us every day. We'll try to take care of Michael and Maddy as best as we can but you will always be missed.

I love you and wish you were still here to celebrate my 21st with me tomorrow. I can't wait until the day I see you again.

Love Krystal

Craig and Susan Halvarson

August 26, 2008

We were shocked today to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this time.
We have fond memories of working with Steve for years at the YMCA.
(Remembering specifically Karen, Jody, Craig and Steve dressing up as the Village People and performing Y.M.C.A. at the Greater Prov Christmas Party)

Joe Carreiro

August 20, 2008

To: Nadeau, McCann, Guindon, and Sawyer Famlies,

As I read this today I'm lost for words. It just isn't fair, why??? My heart breaks for you all, knowing what you are going through. My prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Steve, Maureen and Brenna Miller

August 19, 2008

Steve, you were a sweet person. Helping Maureen's car out of the snow during tax season--in fact, you were always willing to help and you were kind to Brenna. We are sure that you are looking over Madison and Michael. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Sharon Sawyer

August 18, 2008

Steven,
My beloved brother, my best friend - how I miss you !! You and I were supposed to grow old together -remember how we talked about that. You are an inspiration to me, Rene and to our children Krystal and Kaitlyn. You will always be in our minds and hearts.

We promise to love, honor and take care your children Michael and Madison. They are our children too !!

Steven, you have decorated our lives because you are Steve being Steve. Halloween, Christmas, Sunday football parties will never be the same.

We love and miss you so very much !!!!
Love, Sharon, Rene, Krystal and Kaitlyn (Hugs and Kisses)

Andrew Ray

August 17, 2008

To The Nadeau Family:
There is no greater calling in the world than to be a mentor to a child. Steve touched the lives of many young people through his work as a child care advocate. He guided, taught, instructed and cajoled his young charges. He changed their lives for the better, and in so doing, he changed the world...one child at a time. He set an example for all those who work in the childcare field. He was a mentor, leader, and friend to us all. His legacy will endure in the hearts and minds of the children he cared for so very much. He will be missed by us all, but his memory shall last forever.

M. Garcia

August 16, 2008

The Nadeau Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continues giving you comfort, peace and strength for each new day in everyone of you. You are a beautiful family and I want to thank you for loving my dear friend Silvia.

Marta Garcia

August 15, 2008

Silvia:
"El gozo del Senor es tu fortaleza". Es evidente y no hay duda de que Dios es tu fortaleza, porque yo no me imagino como esta tu corazon, pero se que solo Dios sabe como esta tu triste corazon. Tu estas en mis pensamientos, en mi corazon y mis oraciones siempre. Te quiero mucho. Sabes una cosa, aprendi a estimar mucho a Steve a traves de lo que tu compartias conmigo,de como Steve te trataba y te cuidaba, le tome mucho carino, porque podia ver en ti que te sentias amada,cuidada, protegida, feliz y respetada por el. Al verte asi , Steve se convirtio en mi amigo tambien. No tengo duda amiga que te amo mucho, lo pude notar cuando fui a visitarlo al hospital, en la manera como se expresaba de ti con Paola y conmigo, Steve se sentia orgulloso de tenerte y haberte conocido. Y yo tambien estoy muy orgullosa de ti. Te quiero mucho Silvia, bendiciones Marta

Marta Garcia

August 15, 2008

To Nadeau family:
I would just like to say my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continues giving you comfort, peace and strength for each new day to everyone of you. You are a beautiful family. Thank you for loving my best friend Silvia.
God bless you, Marta

Eguie, Sherry, Alyssa, Brianna & Alex Machado

August 11, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Silvia and Steves family. We did not know Steve but he was to be a part of our family and that makes him loved by all of us.

Charisma Wilson

August 11, 2008

I would just like to say Steve was a great man with a loving heart. I worked with him at the Salvation Army, he was one to make you laugh and smile. I know he is smiling down at us and to his children please know that the two of you meant everything to him. Silvia you bought the best out of him, since day one we (day care) knew you were someone special to him. My heart goes out to you all as well as my prayers.
Sincerly,
Charisma Wilson

Keith,Tina,Patrick,Katie Sullivan

August 9, 2008

To the Nadeau Family,
I want to say that your family is truely a unique and special group who has allowed my family to share some very memorable moments with Steve. The times we sat at the big table in Vermont playing board games with Steve were so funny my belly still hurts. He started the hide and seek game in Vermont that has become the game the children(and adults) look foward to
all year to play again. His competitiveness was evident in everything he did. He was truely a winner. The amount of people he helped and inspired in his life will never be known, because that was a score he never kept, it was just Steve being Steve. His laughter was contagious and his love for family was infectious, especially for Michael and Madison. I am thankful for having had the privelage to know Steve and look foward learning more about his life through stories that will be shared by his family and friends. Steve, I am sure you made your way to the big table in heaven, but it will never be the same at the big table in Vermont. Love The Sullivan's

Paula McCann

August 9, 2008

Dear Steve

My heart is in a million pieces as I mourn and grieve for you. I love you and will miss you dearly. I am thankful for the last several months having spent many quality hours with you. We talked for hours and walked for miles. You have made me the better listener and stronger person that I am today – thank you! Many conversations were very difficult for me but you were preparing me as you had prepared yourself for what was to come. You had accepted your fate and you wanted to be sure that we (your family) would be “ok”. Your love for Michael & Madison was endless – as you told me many times – they were EVERYTHING to you – they were your LIFE. Your family, as promised to you, will continue on with that ENDLESS love for Michael & Madison and we will always take care of them.

Kristine & Kyle will cherish every moment they spent with you and they will never forget their beloved Uncle Steve.

Until we meet again – know that Kevin, Kristine, Kyle and I will forever be grateful for loving you and having been loved by you. We have many wonderful memories and will treasure them for a lifetime.

I love you and miss you…..I always will……….Paula

Geoff Doyon

August 9, 2008

To Steve's Family,

I will always remember Steve for his sense of humor, competitiveness, and his ability to teach others. I was both a camper and staff member under his leadership at the Kent County YMCA. He was patient when others were not. He gave a second chance when others would have not. Take strength in knowing he made a positive impact on many people, myself included. I know that him and Mary Preston are planning practical jokes on each other in Heaven right now.

Peace and my best

Geoff Doyon

Sean & Nurya Amaral

August 8, 2008

To the Nadeau, Guindon, McCann and Sawyer Families,

We’d like to express our deepest sympathies for you in this trying time. We were blessed to have met such a wonderful and generous person in Steve and he will truly be missed. We know that the closeness and bonding that you all have as a family will provide you the necessary support that you need but also know that we will be there to help you in any way possible. We are sure that there is a special place in heaven for Steve.
Love, Sean and Nurya

Nancy Faucher

August 8, 2008

To Paul and Nadeau family: I recently had Steve as a patient at RI Hosp. in May (approx.) We went to St.Matthew's school together. We were joking about going to catholic school and Steve joked that he went there because he wanted to and I went there because I HAD to. We laughed about it and talked about other things which was really nice. May you all cherish your memories with Steve, I think he was a great guy with a big heart. Remember they say only the good die young.......Nancy Faucher RN

ernie carmona

August 8, 2008

Paul,
My hearfelt condolences to your family, may God be with you all.

Lisa Barboza-Simpkins and Kevin Barboza

August 8, 2008

Our deepest sympathies are with you at this time. We worked with Steve at the Y and know what an outstanding man he truly was. You will be in our prayers.

Lisa Smity

August 8, 2008

Dear Family,
Sincere Sympathy's. What fond memories we all have... I stopped for a minute and laughed at all the crazy stunts we played growing up at that Community Center. My prayers are with you all.

Paul Nadeau

August 8, 2008

Steve,
There are no words on earth that can sum up my feelings for you, other than "I Love You."
I miss you dearly and I will never forget you. May you rest in peace knowing that Denise and I, along with the rest of our family, will always take care of Michael and Madison.
PS. On behalf of my family, I would like to thank everyone who signed this guest book and expressed their sympathy. My family and I will forever be grateful.

Love,
Your brother Paul

Lianne Pinheiro

August 8, 2008

Dear Silvia and Steve's Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Steve at the Salvation Army for two years, and just can't say enough about him. He was a great man -- a devoted and proud father, compassionate, generous and loving. How he loved the children at the Child Care Center. He touched so many lives. Silvia, you brought such joy into his life, and I know how much you loved each other. I hope that you can find comfort in the happy memories that you hold in your heart. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers, and am so thankful for the privilege of knowing Steve and all of you.

maria rodriguez

August 8, 2008

Dear Nadeau Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.Steve will be missed there is not one day that i do not think of his passing.he is in a better place now where he feels no more pain.i have nothing but good thoughts of steve, he always made me laugh. he will always be a great part of the salvation army where i had the pleasure of working with him.the service and the viewing where wonderfully organized.his wonderfull kids are also loved , know that your dad is with you and he always loved you.

Damaris Vasquez

August 8, 2008

My beautiful Nadeaus!

Much of what I want to say has no words just sentiment...DEEP sentiment all in my heart...as I shared one of the most difficult days with all of you and my sister Rosie...I kept thinking of how lucky you all are..WE are...because we not only knew and loved Steve but know all of you! I constantly remind Rosie of how fortunate she is not only to have a big family but such a closeknit family. It is a blessing which is only reinforced through the good and the bad experiences that you have all shared. Steve was not only loved and respected by so many but he is a legend. I don't say this lightly but I WAS INSPIRED...he inspired me to be good to others, laugh every and any opportunity you have and live life to the fullest because as the priest said...life is a gift. How many can say they leave a legacy? Not many! I can now say I know one...his name is Steve Nadeau...and his legacy lives on through his extensions...all of you...I feel blessed to have known him and to be a part of the Nadeau family...

My eternal love and gratitude,

Damaris aka "Auntie Damaris/Dee"

Silvia Machado

August 7, 2008

Dear Family,
What a privilege it has been for me to have shared the past 3 months with all of you. Steve knew how blessed he was and how loved he was by all of you and that made him very happy. We made him a promise and we kept it, we never left him alone, he had all of us around him way beyond his last breath. He would have loved to see how lovingly he was cared for, specially the past 2 weeks when we brought him home. I love Steve with all my heart and I will miss him dearly but I am grateful for what he gave me, true friendship and selfless love. As Rene said at the funeral today, our paths may have never crossed had it not been for Steve and I will be forever grateful to God for the time he gave me not only with Steven, but with all of you as well. I will be thinking about you, particularly on Saturday, the day that we were due to be married, and even though I didn't get the chance to become an official "Nadeau", In my heart I will always be one :-). I know it's hard for you to think about this right now but please know that God loves you, he sees your pain and he will be your comfort and peace at this time and always. Steve was at peace because he knew this. He will always be with us as long as we keep his memory alive. I love you all!! Thank you for loving me!

Judy Manocchia

August 7, 2008

Dear Nadeau family and Silvia,
It was heart breaking to hear that Steve had lost this battle. He was always so competitive and I know he fought hard to stay with you.
I worked for years with Steve at the YMCA and always found him to be upbeat, funny and caring. His sense of humor helped make some of those long meetings bearable. I am glad I had the opportunity to know him and will remember him and all of you in my prayers.

Arlene Di Caterina - Massini

August 7, 2008

Silvia: Aun cuando estamos muy lejos y no podemos estar a tu lado, nuestro pensamiento y corazon estan junto a ti. Recibe la fortaleza que solo Jesus de Nazareth puede darte.
Te amamos, Guillermo, Arlene, Raissa y Antonio

Lynne Parfitt

August 7, 2008

To our dear Silvia,
We cannot start to understand how you must be feeling but we know that your faith and love of our Father will take you through these dark days. I hope having some of my family there with you will be a help. Even though we are so far away you are constantly in our thoughts. Our love goes to Steve's family at this time. May God Bless You All. Anthony and Lynne Parfitt Wales U.K.

Deborah Hudson

August 7, 2008

Nadeau Family:
Sincere condolences from our family to yours. My grandchildren (3) all attended the Salvation Army Day Care Center. Steve was just wonderful!!! He was very helpful and very understanding in helping with their daycare. We often talked about the children of the world and their needs and he was always there to help out in any way he could. We all came from the same place in this world, working class people trying to make a difference, he did. May God Bless you all in this very difficult time and give you the strength to carry on. He will always be remembered in our prayers. My grandson was quite surprised when I told him of Steve's passing, he wanted to know if the other children knew. Again, our sincere condolences to your family.
Debbie, Major,Leihani, JaKhai, JaRiah and Jaliel.

Dan Barbeau

August 7, 2008

To Jamie, Michael and Madison, just wanted to say that I am thinking of you and I am here for you always. Lots of love and prayers.

Ron Davis

August 7, 2008

My heartfelt condolences to your entire family. I worked with Steve at the Y, and will always remember his humor, competitive nature, and integrity.

Ron Davis

Sue (Folan) Levasseur

August 7, 2008

To Steve's Family,
You have always had a strong bond and I am sure that your strength as a family will carry you through this. I feel very privileged to have known Steve, and I will think of him often. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Steve's children at this difficult time.

Tom Bousquet

August 7, 2008

Paul,

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you and you family Tomorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole Family at this time.

Carolyn Meitrott

August 6, 2008

Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. I did not know Steve, but he loved a very good friend of mine, Silvia. Any guy special enough to love her must have been a great man. Love you - Silvia.

Kevin McCann

August 6, 2008

To Our Family:
Steve's passing is nothing at all. It does not count. He has only slipped away towards the next stadium. The life we lived with him can never be touched or unchanged. Whatever we were to him will always be. We will speak of him always and laugh at the jokes and stories we shared with him. When we travel to our next destination he will be with us. Life will mean all it has ever been. He will be waiting for us very near just around the corner. May the wind be at his back as he travels ahead of us until we see him again. We are proud to be a part of his life.
The Boys Club
Paul, Rene, Kevin & Kevin

Bruce Allan Moran

August 6, 2008

I remember Steve from as far back as Little League. He played for Lefebvre Post with my brothers Joe, Gregg and I. He was a kind soul who everyone loved. One of the most genuine guys you would ever have the pleasure of knowing. I thank God for allowing him to touch so many.

Life is not measured in the breaths that we take each moment; it is measured in the moments that take our breath away.

My prayers are with all of you in this most difficult time.

Lisa Newton

August 6, 2008

To the Nadeau Family:

Please accept my condolences on your loss of Steve. I remember him when he worked with Ralph at the Community Center. He's now with his buddy Ralph and they'll both be watching over everyone.

May God give you the strength at this sad time in your life.

Tricia Colon

August 6, 2008

Jamie,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. It seems like yesterday we were all working at the YMCA. May the good memories you have last forever in your heart. I will keep you and your beautiful children in my prayers.
Take care and God Bless!

Elisse Santiago-Droz

August 6, 2008

Silvia,

We are sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and Steve's family. We love you.
Martin and Elie Droz

Cindy Jefferson

August 6, 2008

To Steve's family and children. I'm so very sorry for your loss, please know I understand your pain My heart feels for all of you at this sad time. I have just lost my brother at a young as also. We all have to understand there is nomore pain an suffering, but that does not answer the question Why????? Please take care of each other and Mom, try to find strenght and remember all the great times spent with him, as that would be the way Steve would have wanted it. He will be with you all every day and ever moment.
God Bless an hold close to Each Other.

Richard Houle

August 6, 2008

To the Nadeau Family,

My prayers are with you. Stay strong and know that nobody will forget Steve for all he has done.
To his kids, your dad always was so proud of the things you guys were doing. Stay strong and always remember he is with you.

Richard, Kristy, and Mariyah

Carol Fazioli

August 6, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Steve, and I remember him as being very kind and a good friend. My heart goes out to Steve's family and loved ones.

Love and prayers,

Cheryle Ihrig

August 6, 2008

My heartfelt sympathies to the Nadeau family. Steve was an
Kind, caring Camp Director no
matter the person or situation.
My chidlren attended Camp
OkWaNesset and the YMCA.
It is said the key to a man's immortality is through his
children and Steve will live on.

Barbara Sweetman

August 6, 2008

Paula, Rosie & family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain you are going through. It's been awhile since I've seen Steve (of course I don't want to say how long ago it was we graduated high school together), but I can still picture him running up and down the basketball court for the Warriors. He was a great guy and had a smile that could light up a room.

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Pattie Pfeiffer

August 6, 2008

To Steve's family, my deepest sympathy. I worked with him at the Salvation Army and he loved doing what he did. And he was good at it. Captain Machado, please accept my condolences. He will be greatly missed by all. To his children, your dad was a great person and always talked about you. Remember that he loved you very much.

Julie McKiernan

August 6, 2008

Dear Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.

Silvia,
You seem to be a strong person and I am glad Steve had you in his life.

As others have said, Steve was a great guy. He was always smiling and upbeat.

I had the pleasure of working with him for many years while I was with the YMCA of Greater Providence. He sure was fun and competitive at the staff retreats!!

Now he has joined another colleague, Mary Preston, in eternal rest. May God provide you all with the strength to get through this most difficult time.

Tony Heywood

August 6, 2008

I was so sad to hear of Steve's passing, I had the privilage of interacting with Steve while he worked for the Kent County Y, and I worked at The Intown Y. He was a great competitor, and a sincere indivdual....i remember his smile and his quick wit, his on-target advice when i had a question, and the strength of his work ethic. Steve lived a life to be proud of

Melissa Fullerton

August 6, 2008

My sympathies to the family of Steve Nadeau. I knew Steve when I worked as a camp counselor at the Y. His son, Michael was one of my campers at the time. Steve's love for his children, and his caring for children in general were always apparent. I wish his family peace in the road ahead. Please know that you will be in my thoughts.

Daniel & Solimar Machado

August 6, 2008

Dear Family,

At times like this condolences are difficult to put into words, so we'll let God express them instead...

"He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the almighty. 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust...' He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart." (Psalm 91:1-4)

We pray you receive peace that surpasses all understanding...

Sincerely,
Daniel & Solimar
(Silvia's brother & sister in law)

Susan Levasseur

August 6, 2008

To the Nadeau Family,
My deepest sympathy to your family at the loss of Steve. He was a wonderful person with a huge heart and a bright smile.
He will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sue Folan

Suzanne Pacheco

August 6, 2008

I am so sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He saw talent in me when I didn't and put me on the Lady Warriors varsity team as a freshman. Thanks Steve for building my confidence! Go Lady Warriors.

Kimberly Ouellette-Arnold

August 6, 2008

Dear Paul,Paula, and Rosie,
I was sadden and shocked to receive a phone call that Steve had passed. My fondest memories as a teen was of the time spent with Steve at the CF communtity center and his coaching Holy Trinty Basketball. It is a great lost, as he was one of god's best workers towards the future of our youth. My deepest thought and prayers are with you all during this time.

Amy Franklin

August 6, 2008

Sharon,

I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Melissa Peters

August 6, 2008

I am so sorry for the loss of Steven, my prayers and thoughts are with all of you. He was a wonderful person.
Love Missy Brazeau

Karole Mutter

August 5, 2008

Dear Rosie & Paula- I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. May your memories bring comfort in the days ahead. Think of this - "Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day". Take care and God Bless you and your families.

Lynne and Michael Seidenberg

August 5, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

Ted Poole

August 5, 2008

Dear Rosie and Paula,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You

Kathleen Tefft

August 5, 2008

Michael & family

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Michael. I have been thinking of you and your family all summer. Please know that all of your teachers at the middle school will support you during this difficult time.

With Love, Mrs. Tefft (Feinstein Middle School)

Gregg Moran

August 5, 2008

I haven't seen steve in a few years but remember his kind and gentle nature. I know the sadness you are all feeling and I wish I could do something to help. We have all been an extended family growing up in Central Falls so we all hurt the same for a loss of one of us. You can count on Danny Paquette watching out for Steve in Heaven. I can hear him greeting steve with the famous Whats going on Steveeee . I hope this makes you all smile even for a moment. Kevin we are all here if you or the family need us.
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Deana, Jonathan, & Makenzie

August 5, 2008

Aunt Pauline and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of Steven. May his memories bring you comfort.

Melissa Peters

August 5, 2008

To the family,
I'm truely sorry for the lost of Steven, my prayers are with you all.
Love Missy Brazeau

Christine Woodard

August 5, 2008

To the Nadeau family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and of course Michael, Madison and Jamie. I have known Steve for many years as he was married to my best friend Jamie. He was way too young to leave this way. My heart and prayers are with his children and of course the rest of his family. Steve you will never be forgotten!!

Cheryl Weinstein

August 5, 2008

Rosie,
It's been many years since we worked together at the JCC but I've thought of you often throughout the years. I just wanted to express my condolences to you and let you know I am so very sorry for your loss.

Cheryl Van Gyzen

August 5, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. It has been many years since I've seen or talked to Steve but in the 80's he helped me a great deal with his guidance and care for my son when he was in the YMCA daycare and summer camp program. He was a great man who cared so much about the children under his care.

Jarolyn & Marilyn Foster Grandparent Program

August 5, 2008

We are soooo sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. The Foster Grandparent Program staff and seniors are saddened by this tragic news. We all had a wonderful working experience with Steven so sad to say that he will be missed.

Kristen Cobb-formally Mitchell

August 5, 2008

My deepest sympathy for your loss. I have very fond memories of Steve when we worked together at the Kent YMCA summer camp for over 10 years. I will never forget the values that he taught me and how he made me grow as a person and "come out of my shell". We have trulely lost a great person.

August 5, 2008

Paula, Kevin and family we were so sorry to hear about Steve. I only met him a short time ago, but Lenny has told me so many wonderful things about him. He helped Len through D.I. School when they were in the army and if it wasn't for Steve Len would have dropped out. We will miss him dearly. He was a wonderful person. Please let us know if you need anything.

Love,
Lenny & Deb Doeg

Shiela and John Priore

August 5, 2008

Sharon,
Our family sends their prayers and Love. I wish there were words to ease your pain. May the gift of your care and love for your brother bring you comfort.

Brenda Sullivan

August 5, 2008

To the Nadeau, Guindon, McCann & Sawyer families:
My heart breaks for you all. I am sure there are no words that anyone can say to take your heartaches away. However, one thing that is clearly evident and that can be said, is the love you all have for Steve, and the love of family that you have always shown each other. Although we know he left you too soon, he was so lucky to be surrounded by you all. Thinking of you and wishing you peace and strength.

Sarah Murphy

August 5, 2008

Prayers for Paul Nadeau's family on their loss.Communities are lucky to have such people to help them.

Linda Moran

August 5, 2008

Coach Steve or "Cachie" as all of the Lady Warriors called him, will be sadly missed. He was my basketball coach in high school. He taught me alot! He always made time for us. I hope he remembers the water fight!! He will be sadly missed. I will miss his spirit the most. Hey Cachie, do you still have the yellow bumblebee radio?
An eternal Lady Warrior thanks to you coach.

Robert Pfeiffer

August 5, 2008

To Steve's Family
My wife and I send our prayers and love to you at this time. Steve was a wonderful employee of ours and I had the honor of hiring him at The Salvation Army. He was not only a good employee but a friend. He will be missed by so many. God has a special place for him and we pray that He wil give you comfort at this time.
Majors Robert & Camilla Pfeiffer

Roseanne Chee

August 5, 2008

Paula & Rosie - I was very sorry to read about your brother's death. I pray for strength and comfort during this time for you and your family. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you peace.

david ducharme

August 5, 2008

One of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. A pleasure to be in his company. You will be missed.

David Ducharme
E. Turgeon Construction Corporation
Rhode Island

Christine Walsh

August 5, 2008

Paula and Rosie,
I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am to read about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Lucille Grandy

August 5, 2008

To Steve's Family,
I will miss him so very much . He ment more to me than you'll ever know. He was a good man, and the best dad. With love.

Jodi Petrozak

August 5, 2008

My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with one and all of the Nadeau family, especially Michael and Madison. The world has lost "one of the good ones" and will never be the same. Steve touched so many lives in so many different arenas. His ability to help you "see things his way" always made me laugh. I will miss him terribly...

Steve and Mary Ouellette and family

August 5, 2008

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this difficult time.

Joseph & Debra Shapiro

August 5, 2008

Our thoughts are with the entire family at this trying time. We knew Steve for many years when he began his career at the Kent County Y and were co-workers and friends of his.

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