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Stephen Hodges Deierlein Jr. COLUMBIA - Stephen Hodges Deierlein Jr., 44, passed away Friday, April 12th, 2013. He was the loving son of Stephen Hodges Deierlein and Marteen Powell Deierlein and the older brother to Caroline Deierlein - Lowder (John) of Goose Creek, SC and Elizabeth Deierlein Scott of Columbia, SC. He is also survived by his grandmother, Vivian Hasset Powell of Conway, SC; his nephews, William Gage Lowder and Griffin Rivers Scott; five aunts, five uncles, a host of cousins, and friends that will miss him dearly. Stephen was a graduate of Lower Richland High School and was employed by Johnson Food Company at Fort Jackson. He was an avid Gamecock fan whose enthusiasm was undaunted. His love for his family and friends was evident in his everyday life. He was gentle of spirit and never met a stranger. He was also a devoted mentor to his nephews. The family wishes to express sincere appreciation for the overwhelming love and support from all who knew him and the attending staff of Palmetto Richland Trauma Intensive Care Unit. His Daddy said he was "small in stature but BIG at heart". Funeral services celebrating the life of Stephen Hodges Deierlein, Jr. will held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at Greenlawn Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials can be made to Palmetto Health Children's Hospital, 5 Richland Medical Park, Columbia, SC 29203 in Stephen's memory. On-line condolences may be sent to www.Greenlawn-Columbia.com.

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Published by The State on Apr. 15, 2013.

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May 3, 2013

Stevie,
You will be missed. Such a good person with a huge heart. My prayers are with you.

PS. Call me anytime you need company to watch the Cock's and have a beer or two. Cheers!!

Jimmy Cooper
Cooper's Family

Tony Wilson

April 20, 2013

Steve and Tina,
I regret that I'm only just now learning of your loss. I can't express in words the sorrow I feel for you both and your other family members. I hope that as the days go by, that the sorrow you feel will lessen and that the realization that your son is in a far better place, beyond the trials and tribulations we will all face until we meet again with our Lord and those loved ones who have gone before us. Please know that your son Stephen, you and all of your family are in my prayers. God be with you...

LOUIS HARRIS

April 19, 2013

ITS VERY SAD TO HEAR THE LOST OF MY LONG TIME FRIEND STEVIE. OUR FRIENDSHIP DAYS STARTED AT PIGGLY WIGGLY AND NEVER END. YOU WILL GREATLY BE MISSED MY BROTHER.

LOUIS HARRIS

April 19, 2013

STEVIE WILL GREATLY BE MISSED. ITS GREAT TO STILL HAVE THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES FROM OUR DAYS AT PIGGLY WIGGLY.REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Lorelee, John, Montana Marsh

April 18, 2013

Stevie is one of those people who act like their parents. Thoughtful, kind, and full of love. Tina, u r all those things. Y'all should have called him smiley instead of Stevie. My grandma used to tell me that God always takes the special angels early. I believe her now. God bless u Tina, Steve, Liz and Caroline.

Demetra Caldera

April 17, 2013

You will be missed. Such a good person with a huge heart. My prayers are with you.

Bill Kelbaugh

April 16, 2013

The family is on the prayer list. I am sure there are a lot of good memories.

Angie Hagan-Mootry

April 16, 2013

My heart hurts deeply for you all. Caroline, you were one of my first playmates...your brother, actually was the first. He didn't mind playing with the little girl next door and was always so caring and sweet to me. He didn't think about me, being a girl, but being a friend. That is a true heart, a true caring person. I have so many memories close to my heart with the Deierlein Family. So many times playing in the yard, spending the night, having dinner. Our lives took us in different directions to which I wish we had stayed closer in contact. I feel like I have missed a lot over the years, especially about Stevie that I would have loved to have shared time and thoughts with him. I am thankful that Stevie lived and was the loving, caring, fun guy that everyone could feel good when being around him. That is living and Stevie did just that. I am proud of my friend and will never forget him. I still have pictures of him at my birthday parties when we were kids. Those, I will cherish forever. I am praying that God gives us all peace and heals us so that Stevie doesn't see us sad, but will see us celebrating in the loudest voices possible...GO GAMECOCKS!!!! Love you Stevie and my Deierlein Family.

Chad Autry & Heather Gunning

April 16, 2013

So sorry for your loss - Stevie was a friend to everyone he met!

April 16, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you during this time and forever.

Jimmie and Cathy Robinson

Greg Rowland

April 16, 2013

Stevie's service today certainly did him justice in that his special gifts of love, friendship, and humor were beautifully eulogized. Stevie was a super friend, a loyal friend, and a wondrous soul. My prayers are with the Deierlein family. God bless.

Janice Webb

April 16, 2013

Liz,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you the peace and comfort that only He can provide.

April 16, 2013

Please accept our condolences.Jack and Hanna Burns

Michelle Lanigan

April 16, 2013

Tina, Steve, Caroline and Liz,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Stevie was a wonderful guy. He always had a smile and hello for everyone. Prayers for comfort are going up for you all.

Shelley Livingston

April 16, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of Stevie. I think we are all in shock. What a sweet, wonderful, kind, and thoughtful guy he was. He always brought a smile to your face. He will be dearly missed. The Lord has another wonderful angel with him. Our loss is his gain. Until we meet again some day, my friend.

Thelma Beckham

April 16, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss of your son Stevie. My condolences to all of your family. May God guide you through your grief.

April 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Mooney

April 16, 2013

Stevie had an impish grin, mischevious twinkle in his eye, sweet spirit and happy heart. May the Good Lord Hold you in the Palm of his hand and comfort your family with the knowledge of His Grace and Devine Love. Stevie was loved by all who knew him. I can attest that he was a friend to all. Rest in Peace.

Dennis and Kay DuPuis

April 16, 2013

Our deepest, heartfelt condolences and prayers.

Jennifer Roberts

April 16, 2013

I grew up and went to school with Liz all my life so of course knowing Steve was a added bonus and gift. He has to be the most kind-hearted decent man Ive had the pleasure of knowing. People always say that someone would give you the shirt off of your back, but Stephen ACTUALLY WOULD if you needed it. My thoughts and prayers are with Liz and the rest of the Deierlein family...may you know you have the most loving angel watching over you now......

Melodie Barlow

April 16, 2013

My Deepest Condolences to all of the Deierlein Family. Stevie was an Amazing person with the Biggest Heart. He always had a smile on his face and was never a stranger to anyone. I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to call him a Friend for the last 20 yrs.I will miss Stevie's random texts at all hours of the morning just to say Hello, and to talk nonsense.....those messages will always make me smile just thinking about them. Stevie was a small fellow but he lived a Big Life and to the Fullest. Stevie your just beyond this veil where we can not see you anymore but I know that your Spirit is still here with everyone. With Love always <3

skyy cope

April 16, 2013

we will pray for the family

Michelle Lavender

April 16, 2013

Tina, Steve, Caroline & Liz,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Stevie's passing will leave a hole in so many hearts. Such a loving spirit, giving heart and gentle soul. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Krystal Coleman

April 16, 2013

I will miss Stephen so much I wk wit him in 1875 Stephen was a good person I will miss him.

Krissy Penwarden

April 16, 2013

Stevie was a gracious caring soul who will be missed by many. My prayers go out to all his friends and family.

Lisa Bradford

April 16, 2013

Lizzie

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Phil & Sally Powell

April 16, 2013

Tina, Steve and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Stevie passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry we are unable to be with you during this time. All our love and support go out to you from our family.

April 16, 2013

Tina and Steve,
Betsy and I extend our condolences at this sad time. We are not supposed to outlive our children.
Betsy and Harry Mashburn

Beth Butler Barnes

April 16, 2013

We will all miss you, there will never be anyone that can bring on a smile like you Stevie oxox

April 16, 2013

VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. PEE WEE GREENE

Greta Crouch

April 15, 2013

Mr and Mrs Deierlein, Caroline, Liz and Family,

It is with a heavy heart and tears in my eyes that I must say good bye to one of the most kind hearted, fun, free spirits I've ever had the privilege and pleasure of calling friend. I will surely miss the date request, impromptu marriage proposels and of course the random 'Hey it's Stevie, can I get your number and we can go out sometime" Facebook private messages. I, unfortunately will be unable to attend the service due to the travel, but he will know I'm there in spirit. May the Lord walk beside you and guide you all in your time of grieving and sorrow.
Rest peacefully and God Speed Stevie, until the day we meet again.

Bobby & Lynn Canfield

April 15, 2013

We will miss you Stevie. You were a great and wonderful friend to us the many years we have known you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Joy Smith

April 15, 2013

Liz,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss.

Lynn & Bobby Canfield

April 15, 2013

Margie Moore-Williamson

April 15, 2013

I was so sad to hear of Stevie's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Deierlein family. Thank you for sharing him with us! Love to all of you!

Murphy McLean

April 15, 2013

Steve and Tina: just found out about your loss. We are so sorry and our prayers are with you and the family. Sorry we live so far away or we would be there with you. Murphy and Ilene McLean, Fl.

Bob Tarrant

April 15, 2013

Steve and Tina,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts with you in this time of sorrow. May God's love for all be with you.

Don Porter

April 15, 2013

Thanks for the great memories-you will be missed.

Darlene Hood

April 15, 2013

Stevie you were loved by so many people..I will miss you dearly.will always remember the good times over the Yeats...go gamecocks ...love always!

Mark Osment

April 15, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Michael and Shemaine Thornton

April 15, 2013

We are very sorry for the loss of Stevie. He was a special guy and always had a smile. His positive attitude will live on in his family and friends. Prayers for the family at this difficult time. We all have a new Gamecock angel!

Lacy & Sandra Collins

April 15, 2013

Steve and Tina,
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Our hearts are broken for you. Your friends, Lacy and Sandra Collins

Brenda

April 15, 2013

Stevie you could always make us smile and laugh no matter what. You were such a great guy an you will be missed dearly. You will have the best seat in the house at all the Gamecock games. Our thoughts an prayers go out to your family and friends. R.I.P. Stevie

Liz Still

April 15, 2013

Thoughts and prayers are with your family as you all deal with this tragic loss. Stevie was always so kind to everyone. May God comfort you during this time.

Mary B.

April 15, 2013

I will forever miss all the crazy texts Stevie used to send me.....he always made me smile, my condolences to his entire family for their loss. Your loss is ours as well. Much Love.

Jeremy and Ryan Harwell

April 15, 2013

Our love and prayers to all of you always. We are thankful of all the wonderful memories of the times we shared with Stevie over the years. We love all of you so much!

David McMurray

April 15, 2013

Steve and Tina,

I am so sorry. That is a terrible loss. He was a good kid and will be sorely missed.

David McMurray

Gary Williams

April 15, 2013

May God bless each of you during this tragic time.Stevie you was Game Cock buddy and Nascar friend.You was truley loved by all. We will miss you dearly friends. Just One More Time; Columbia Paint & Automotive.

thad streeter

April 15, 2013

may you rest in peace !

thad streeter

April 15, 2013

Thoughts and prayer go out to family and friends will be truly missed

Ashley Felder

April 15, 2013

So sad. He was such a kind person. And will be missed by many. My heart goes out to the family

Michelle Champagne-Evans

April 15, 2013

Steve,Tina,Caroline,Lizzie
Always a smile he had,outgoing,with a kind soul. That's the Stevie I will always remember. Love to you all,Michelle

April 15, 2013

We will always cherish our time with Stevie. We enjoyed him coming over to watch movies or just hang out.
Stevie was a brother to us and was always welcomed to come over and hang out with the girls.
In life and as well in death he is a precious gift and a true angel .

TJ & Jennifer

April 15, 2013

We are so sorry for the lost of Stevie, he was such a gentle, kind person and will be deeply missed. May God be with you in this time of grief.
Love & Prayers
Rick & Kathy Scott
Patty Hypes

Kimberley Byrd

April 15, 2013

Praying for the Deierlein family. Stevie was a kind hearted and loving man. His smile will be missed by all. RIP Stevie

robert turnbull

April 15, 2013

Steve and Tina - thoughts and prayers for God's peace and grace be granted to y'all.

Tena Nichols-Erdel

April 15, 2013

You will be greatly missed Stevie!!
Rest In Paradise! Go Gamecocks!

dale- heather schmon

April 15, 2013

so sorry for your loss, Stevie was a special man who touched so many lives with his smile and friendship.

Jason Wells

April 15, 2013

Though it's been several years since I'd seen Stevie, as often as I thought or spoke of him, he put a smile on my face, just as he always did in person. Stevie's joyfulness was simply contagious. My heart is deeply saddened to hear this news. He will always be remembered for his comforting laugh, kind heart and gentle soul that is unparalleled. Prayers are with you that God grants your family peace and comfort in this time.

Sherry & Harold Bomar

April 15, 2013

Steve, Tina & Family,
Our love and prayers are with you. May God hold you in His loving arms as He holds Stevie this day.
Sherry & Harold

James Posey

April 15, 2013

You have the best seat in the house for every Gamecock game now. Rest in Peace bro.

April 15, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of a wonderful man with such a sweet spirit. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jason & Missy Frye

June Headley Greenlaw

April 15, 2013

Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how very lucky we all were to have had him in our lives for the time that we did. To know Stevie was to love him and he knew lots of people so he carried bundles of love to Heaven with him. He will never be forgotten and our memories of him will always be of the joy he brought to every occasion! May God be with you all on your journey through this grieving process.

dave merry

April 15, 2013

Steve, Our hearts go out for you and your family. May God grant you peace.
Dave & Beverly Merry

Chad Autry

April 15, 2013

"Stevie" was a true friend who had a Heart of Gold and had the utmost positive spirit that enlightened us. "Stevie" will be surely missed, yet his memories will live on within all who had the Honor of knowing him. My sincere condolences to the Deierlein family.

David Hutto

April 15, 2013

Steve and Tina, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go thru these sad times. The Gamecocks will miss Stevie's cheers and pride. Stevie was a special person

April 15, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God will continue to watch over your family. I will miss you Stephen. Continue to be you on the other side.

Your neighbor
Nellie

Tim O'Neal

April 15, 2013

Nice guy & fun to be around. I remember when he worked with us at Stock Building Supply. He will be missed.

April 15, 2013

Much love and smiles...what a sweet soul, I am so glad to have called you my friend!

Mary Pinto

April 15, 2013

Liz, my heart goes out to you and your family. I will be praying for you all.

Ashley Williamson

April 15, 2013

Stevie you will be missed dearly. You had a heart of gold. I will always remember the smile on your face that never disappeared.

Kathleen Rish

April 15, 2013

So sorry to hear of Stevie's passing. Lots of fond memories of his sweet disposition and kindness. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

April 15, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the entire family..each of u will be in my prayers during this difficult time and for the days to come...tonya martin

Kathy Sawyer

April 15, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family & friends of Stephen! He was such a kind & loving person! He will be missed dearly but never forgotten!!!

Alan Smith

April 15, 2013

I pray that God will help the Deierlein family through this. Stevie will always be remembered by me and my family. When I lost my brother, Stevie was there to comfort me,I remember him hugging me barring any macho shame. I will miss you my friend. And to the Deierlein family if there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to call, you will be in my prayers

April 15, 2013

We are thinking of you all Tina, Steve, Caroline, John, Liz, Gage, Griffin and the rest of Stevie's family and friends during this difficult time, may he rest in peace and be the shining star in heaven as he was here on earth.

Bob and Kimberly Brown McCord

April 15, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Stevie's family. He was a special person and was kind to everyone he met. I will miss my gamecock fan and friend.

Sheila and Corwin Hemingway

April 15, 2013

Praying for all of you. Stevie was definitely one of a kind and will truly be missed!!!

Herron Family

April 15, 2013

Our thoughts and Prayers go out to Stevie and his family.All of us whose lives he has touched are saddened by his loss.. We will always remember him with love.RIP Stevie.

April 15, 2013

May Gob bless each of you during this tragic time,Larry and I will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers . Larry and Rita Pridemore .

Tammy Miller

April 15, 2013

Liz - so so sorry for your loss! Your family is in my prayers!!

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