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Stephen McCardle Obituary

Stephen Hugh McCardle, 65, of Radford, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2012. He was born in Eau Claire, Wis., to Dr. Hugh J. McCardle and Donna Hart McCardle. Stephen was employed at Radford University for 37 years. He was preceded in death by his father; and brother, Timothy Mark McCardle.
He is survived by his mother; his wife, Leigh McCardle; daughters, Emily Wong and husband, Mario, and Jamie McCardle; brothers, David McCardle and wife, Karen, and Michael McCardle; nephews, Joshua and Ryan McCardle; and an uncle, Roger Hart and wife, Jean, of Springfield Ohio.
Memorial contributions may be made to Radford Fire Department, 1500 Wadsworth Street, Radford, VA 24141.
The family will receive friends on Monday, November 12, 2012, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the home of Donna Hart McCardle, 6623 Walnut Lane, Fairlawn, Va. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford, Va., 540-639-2422.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 9, 2012.

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Tom and Barb Ray

November 20, 2012

Tommy has know "Spud" forever. They were the closest of friends, only one month apart. They went to high school together and college too. Then when Spud moved away, they always called one another. Our big trips to the East Coast would include a drive to Radford to see the McCardles. Tommy was the oldest and Spud would always tell Tommy, when his birthday came, that Tom was a year older than him. We miss him so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with Spud's family. We love you guys.

Teresa Jones

November 15, 2012

I worked with Steve at RU for many years. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. My prayers will be with the family in this time of need. We will sady miss him.

Wes Hart

November 12, 2012

Steve was one of those guys you always wanted be around. Kind and a great since of humor. Will miss him.

Alastair and Eleanor Harris

November 12, 2012

Eleanor and I send our condolences to the whole family. I worked with Steve for many years when I was with the Faculty Club and Steve was our "go-to-person" in Food Services. He was always the consummate professional, friendly, cheerful and helped us steer the club through some tough times. I shall miss having a beer with him on my visits back to Radford.

Shelby Main

November 11, 2012

My heart felt sympathy to the McCardle family during this very diffcult time. I had the honor of working with Steve at RU for 21 years and more so the honor of calling Steve a true friend during the later years of our working together. May you all find peace and comfort in knowing that Steve is no longer suffering and is now free of all pain. Hold tight to all the wonderful meemories that you have and lean on the Lord to bring you all thur these diffcult days. To Mario and Emily I love you both and I am here for you both.

Gracie Duncan

November 11, 2012

I am so sorry for you loss and with time it will be easier. Steve was a great guy and will be missed.

Deborah Lucas

November 10, 2012

steve was a great guy.i worked with him for years at radford university food service.he will be sadly missed.

Kenny & Teresa Rasnake

November 10, 2012

This is in heavy heart and lots of tears that it has taken me a few days since Steves passing for me to try to even put in to words how great of a friend and boss that he was to me over the years . I went to work for him at R.U. back in the early 80,s as a young new cook on the block . And over a 18 teen year stretch he turned me in to a very good cook , he always trusted in me with overseeing and cooking for there catering department for several year . We had lots of good times together in the evenings after work , and as he would always say ( LET go out to the porch ) . I will alway cherish the times and the friendship that he showed me over the years . And Steve he always treated me more like a brother than just an employee. He will be saddley missed by all that every came in contact with him , and where close enough to him to be called his friend . My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family of Steve Mccardle R.I.P old friend sincerly Kenny Rasnake .

Sharon Thompson (Smith)

November 10, 2012

Donna,David, Mike, and Steves children your family has been like my family - I'm so very sorry for you at this time. Steve was a dear old friend - and will be missed! Love to you all.

Donna & Bill Geisdorf

November 10, 2012

Condolences from the Geisdorf family. Bill and I have fond memories of visits with Steve & Leigh and Karen & Dave, when our children were young. Our sympathy to all the McCardles during this sad time.

November 10, 2012

He was a good Man and will be missed.He and my Son Steve were Great friends

Peggy Testerman- Fowler

November 10, 2012

My words cannot express the intense sadness I feel for this family. Donna, Dave, Mike, Josh, Leigh, Emily and the whole family, sincere condolences on the loss of Steve --the wound is made even deeper after also losing Tim and Hugh. My love and thoughts remain with you...I consider you my family. Prayers!!!

Linda Flinchum

November 9, 2012

Steve was my first supervisor in the RU dining Services in the ID card office for several years. I will always remember how kind and thoughtful he was. He always had a smile and a good word and always could make me laugh.

Kathy Gross Harmon

November 9, 2012

What a wonderful man Steve was. I will miss him dearly.

Lucille Hice

November 9, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss,Cuz(DONNA). I'm thinking of you everyday.Love you ,Lucille

Rob Gardiner

November 9, 2012

What a loving, kind, and caring man from a wonderful family. He made the lives of those that had the pleasure of knowing him much better. My prayers and condolences are sent.

Leslie Cirelli

November 9, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Steve and my condolences to the family. He was such a sweet and kind person and always made me laugh when I would see him on occasion. I had the pleasure of speaking with him alot when he needed a passport for his daughter's wedding a few years back and we shared memories of Radford. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

November 9, 2012

We saw Steve grow up and become a man. We am so saddened to hear about his death.
Our prayers are with you and our happy memories of Steve will live on.

Marty & Kathy Turnauer
North Myrtle Beach, SC

Patty Harrison

November 9, 2012

To the McCardle Family,
I had the privledge to work with Steve in Dining Service
at RU. He was great to work with. Full of life and a lot of fun to be around. I will miss Steve, but I know he is in a better place and I look forward to seeing him again on day. May God comfort you and bring you peace in the days ahead.

Mike Alderman

November 9, 2012

Heartfelt condolences to the McCardle family.

Max Cecil

November 9, 2012

Words cannot describe my affection for Spud. I've known him and the family since "way back when." He was one of a kind. Always had a good belly laugh when I was around him.

Go easy Bro.

JANET LUTZ

November 9, 2012

TO THE FAMILY
I WORKED WITH STEVE AT RU DINNING SERVICE FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS. HE WAS A UNIQUE PERSON WHO HAD WONDERFUL PERSONALITY. HE WAS A FUN PERSON. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

William Anfin

November 9, 2012

My deepest condolences to the McCardle family for their loss. Steve was a funny, passionate great guy and will be missed by so many.

November 9, 2012

Dave and Mike, so sorry to hear of "Spuds" passing. He was always such a friendly guy..never failed to stop and chat with me when I would see him out and about. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky Altizer Agee

Bonnie Roberts Erickson

November 9, 2012

To all the family - When I visited Steve a few days ago, he told me he was blessed to have one of the most supportive families a person could ask for and spoke of how fortunate he was to have so many friends. He was one of my dearest friends and I will miss him so much. I love you all and pray God's peace in your lives during this time and in the future.

ron davis

November 9, 2012

Dave and Mike, I knew Steve years ago at Radford and he was a great person. you will be in my prayers. Sorry for you loss, Stretch

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