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Stephen Stradley Obituary
Vero Beach, FL
Stephen Michael Stradley, 28, a lifelong resident of Vero Beach left us unexpectedly Sunday evening, March 6, 2016 as the result of an automobile accident.
Stephen was born in Sebastian, Florida to Scott and Larette Stradley. He always had a charming smile and concerns for his family, friends and community.
Stephen was a member of the Home School Community. His high school studies centered on Aviation and he earned his pilots license as well as his high school diploma in 2006. He went on to study at Indian River State College. He was involved in Dog, Rabbit and Steer 4H Clubs. He was a member of Boy Scout Troops 567 and 503, and earned the rank of Eagle Scout for blazing a hiking path along Historic Jungle Trail. He was a member of the Vero Beach Karate Association and earned his Black Belt. He was involved with state wide Civil War Re-enactments portraying both Northern and Southern soldiers. He also carried a love for his Scotch-Irish history and was very proud of his red beard. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hiking, kayaking, hunting, fishing, scuba diving, paint ball and competitive shooting. He enlisted in the National Guard in 2010 and was a top marksman and shooting instructor for his platoon during basic training. His friends and family will also never forget his love of The Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. Stephen was a true afficionado of all things Sci-Fi. He passed for Obi Wan Kanobi at the last Comic-Con in Tampa. Stephen had recently begun a career in banking and was proud of his second job at Big Apple Pizza where he had many friends and was able to fund his extracurricular activities.
He is survived by his mother Larette Stradley, sister Juliana Stradley, father Scott Stradley and stepmother Toba Stradley, all of Vero Beach, maternal grandmother Dori Lyons of Naples, paternal grandmother Shirlee Stradley of Port St. Lucie, uncles, aunts, cousins and his beloved dog Kaylee.
He was preceded in death by his three grandfathers Otto Lee Stradley, Lawrence Haines Strickland and Edwin James Lyons all of whom he loved deeply.
The family is asking that Memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scout Camp Oklawaha in Sebastian, Florida. Stephen and his family spent many wonderful times there: Gulf Stream Council, 8335 North Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Attn: Stephen Stradley Oklawaha Memorial Fund.
The funeral will be held at Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach, Sunday, March 20th with reception at 3 pm and service at 4pm. A guest book is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.
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Sponsored by Stephen and Marsha Dunlap.
May 4, 2016
So very sorry for the loss of this young man. He was a good spirit who cared very much for his grandmother, Shirlee, our neighbor. Stephen adored animals and was a fellow dog-whisperer helping my husband capture stray dogs in our neighborhood and returning them to their owner. He will be missed.
March 31, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to Stephen's family during this difficult time.It is so tragic that a young life has been lost. We enjoyed good times working with him at Brooks Brothers! Melody Gustafson and Lisa Newman
Beverley and Wayne Larsen
March 20, 2016
We know how deeply Stephen's loss is being felt by all. We extend our most heartfelt condolences on such a tragic loss.
Mark & Cindy Dellerman
March 18, 2016
You and your family are deep in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. With our sincere sympathy,
Cindy & Mark
Steve and Marsha Dunlap
March 18, 2016
In this time of loss we are praying for your comfort through God's loving presence. We love you.
Kelly Howell-Perez
March 17, 2016
Dear Larette and family: I cannot even imagine how you must feel. We are so very sorry for your loss and we pray that the God of all comfort may sustain you at this very difficult time.
Delene & Ken Whitehead
March 17, 2016
We send our love and prayers to Scott, Larette, Juliana, and the extended family.
Helene Caseltine
March 17, 2016
I am sorry to hear about your son, very sad.
Daniel Leininger
March 17, 2016
Our heart broke hearing the news of Stephen's passing. Too soon, too sudden! He was a wonderful and spirited young man.
Gather strength from above for God is faithful. Grasp onto all those wonderful memories and never let them go. The pain will remain but its sharpness will pass in time.
Know many of your friends are praying for the family.
Stephen & Linda Short
March 16, 2016
Our hearts go out to you! Only God can give you peace at a time like this, but just know that others are thinking about you and praying for you!
March 16, 2016
You all are in our prayers, we send our deepest sympathies. Bruce and Sybil Wilkerson
Laura Cassidy
March 16, 2016
So very sorry for your loss, Love to your family.
Kenneth George
March 15, 2016
Stephen sounded like such a nice young man with much to offer his community. Although I did not know him, I am impacted by the work he has done with the Boy Scouts and the community. May he rest in peace.
Charles de Andrade
March 14, 2016
Dear Scott and Larette,
May the Spirit of the Lord wrap you in his embrace. We were never told not to grieve, but when we grieve, we grieve with hope. I will always remember Stephen's smile and his love of aviation. It is such a short short while, and then we too will stand with Stephen in the Lord's presence.
Grace and Peace
Charles & Gloria de Andrade
The battle is almost over,
The race is almost won,
I'm laying down this body,
and I am waling up with the Son.
So if you must cry for me, my child,
Remember I left you for such a short short while.
And where I've gone, you must come too. And we will walk in paradise, me and you.
My fear has left me,
My uncertainty is gone to,
For as I close the eyes,
His Glory is shining through
So if you must cry for me, my child,
Remember I've left you for such a short short while
And where I've gone, you must come to,
And we will walk in paradise, me and you
The battle is over,
The race it has been won
My robes are white now,
And I am standing with the Son.
So if you must cry for me, my child
Remember I left you, for such a short short while.
And where I've gone, your must come too,
And we will walk in Paradise,
Me and You
Mary Stedman Farnham
March 13, 2016
Dearest Larette and Scott, I am so shocked to learn of your son's passing.It is with the deepest feelings of sympathy that I extend all our peace love and blessings to you all. Mary and Paul Farnham Chris, Will and Shane Stedman xoxoxoxoxoxox
Janet Sears
March 11, 2016
Dear Scott I am so very sorry to hear if your loss. My prayers are with you and entire family.
Gill Duffee
March 11, 2016
In a happier time, I remember toad hunting with Stephen and my boys in SW Orlando. May God bring you strength in the days ahead, and healing and wholeness in the fullness of His time. Grief has no road map, but His Spirit leads and guides, even now.
Robert & Hilda Enrico
March 11, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss Scott,our thoughts & prayers are with you. May Stephen rest in Peace.
Kimberly Barry
March 11, 2016
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers every day. I wish I had the words to bring you some comfort. I'm so very very sorry for your loss.
Peter Connelly
March 11, 2016
We are so saddened for your loss. The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
March 10, 2016
He now is with Grandpas Stradley and Strickland He will missed. Grammy Joan
James and Laura Davis
March 10, 2016
We are deeply saddened upon learning of Stephen's accident. Our sincere heartfelt sympathy to the family and we pray for God's comforting grace.
Irene Moore
March 10, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to Juliana and her family from all the staff at Whole Family Health Center. So, so sorry for your loss.
Marilyn & Mike Carpenter
March 10, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to all the Stradleys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time!
March 10, 2016
My prayers to the family, may he rest in peace. Watched him grow into a fine young man, making Eagle Scout - he is now soaring with the Eagles. God Bless you all.
Eagle Scout Stephen Stradley - Troop 503
March 9, 2016
Stephen Stradley
March 9, 2016
Rest in Peace, Stephen.
Michael & Melody Brady
March 9, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Stephen during the holidays for Brooks Brothers. My wife and I are extremely sadden to hear of his passing. He was a Great Guy.
March 9, 2016
Our hearts are aching for the Stradley family. Sending our love and prayers.
Thomas Hardy
March 8, 2016
I am very distraught by Stephen's death. We worked together at Brooks Brothers and he was always expressing ideas about what he wanted to do with his future. I hope he liked me. He was anxious to make something of himself but unsure how to do it here in Vero. He had great red hair. My sadness extends to his father and mother. He was a good boy. I am so so sorry about his death. Once again, he was a good boy.
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