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Paul Steppacher Obituary
Born in Dunmore, son of the late Augustus H. Steppacher and Mary M. Moessner Steppacher, he was a graduate of the University of Scranton and Marywood University's School of Social Work. He enlisted in the Marine Corps and rose to the rank of corporal in the Force Recon Second Division Expedition. He was a recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Medal, the Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. Upon completion of his tours of duty in Vietnam, he declined an invitation to the Naval Academy, choosing civilian life but remaining ever a patriot. He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, the National Rifle Association, the Scranton Club and professional organizations in the filtration and energy industries.
He was a loving husband and a devoted and proud father, stepfather and stepgrandfather. He will be missed far and wide across this country he loved, by all who knew him and those who knew only his kindness.
Husband, father, friend, and buddy, all who knew him have been honored by the time he shared with them.
Also surviving are three daughters, Tara Steppacher, New York City; Erin Steppacher, Dunmore; and Sgt. Mary Kathryn Steppacher, Scranton; a stepdaughter, Bria Tinsley Worobey; a step-granddaughter, Ella Worobey; three brothers, Dr. Robert C. Steppacher. Barnegat Light, N.J.; Augustus H. Steppacher Jr., Clarks Summit; and attorney William C. Steppacher, Waverly; four sisters, Lois M. Lazzarino and Mary Lou Steppacher, both of New York City; Ann P.G. Chamberlain, Farmingville, N.Y.; and Karen S. Milligan. Cinnaminson, N.J.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Paul Ryan Steppacher.
The funeral will be Monday from the Louis M. Margotta Funeral Home, 511 Church St., Jessup, with Mass at 9:30 a.m. in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Willow Street, Peckville. Interment, private.
Friends may call Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ryan Steppacher Endowment Fund at Scranton Preparatory School, 1000 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, PA 18503.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Steppacher
Jon and Jeanie Zaimes
April 22, 2009
Our deepest condolences. You are in our prayers.
Michael and Nicole Archangeli
April 13, 2009
Kate,
We are very sorry for your loss. May God watch over you and your family during this time of need.
Michael Manning
April 9, 2009
Erin,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
RENEE PRICCI-RINALDI
April 8, 2009
ERIN AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS, I WAS AWAY WHEN BILL ATTENDED THE VIEWING. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
ann chamberlain
April 8, 2009
04/08/09
Dear Timi,Tara.Erin,& Kate,
You all have a-lot-of-bravery & hearts of gold during this most difficult time; Uncle Johnny & I will never stop sending you all many hugs, love, & prayers...annie "bananie"
Mary Guzek
April 7, 2009
Tara, Erin, Kate and Family-
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies. Your Dad was so proud of you. Whenever I saw him, he loved to tell me all about you girls. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry.
Maura Boland
April 7, 2009
Tara, Erin and Kate,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jen
April 7, 2009
Tara, Erin and Kate,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the many memories of your father help to comfort you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jennifer Kennedy Gerace
Sarah Cooney Hoffner
April 7, 2009
Erin,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sara Moran
April 6, 2009
Erin and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your Dad coming up to visit you at Duquesne and having lots of laughs with him. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Douglas & Karen Holmes
April 6, 2009
Erin and family,
Karen and I would like to say how sorry we are for your loss. Your family has always been great to me and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jayne Vaughan
April 6, 2009
Erin
I will include your dad in my daily prayers and you as well.
Jayne Vaughan
April 6, 2009
Tara, Erin and Katie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Ogozaleks, Emilia, Gene, Andrew and Dave
Caines family
April 6, 2009
It is with great sympathy that I write this note. Please know that our thoughts & prayers go out to your entire family. Peace be with all of you.
Patrick & Melissa Nasser
April 6, 2009
To the Steppacher Family,
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand.
April 6, 2009
Erin and Katie,
Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. We now have another angel to watch over us. Love and prayers, Kathy Flynn and Family
Michael McNelis
April 6, 2009
Dear Tara, Erin and Katie , Sorry for the loss of your dad. He was a good friend and a great guy. Have no fear, he is in good hands with his buddies Mellody and McGoff.
Mary and Bob O'Hora
April 5, 2009
Growing up and entering adulthood was certainly a lot more interesting because Paul was one of our friends. We will miss him and keep him in our prayers.
Our deepest sympathy to his family.
John Voinski
April 5, 2009
Erin and family -
I'm so sorry - you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Katy Hoover (May)
April 5, 2009
Erin,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts & prayers.
Nancy Baumann
April 5, 2009
Kate & Family
You are in my thoughts & prayers. Mourn for yourselves for he is free. I believe that all good people go directly to the lord & I have no doubt that he was one good person with the family that he has.
April 5, 2009
Jean, Tara, Erin and Katie,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort in the love you have for one another and in your memories of Paul. He was a great and joyouful man who will be dearly missed. We will always treasure the memories of being part of your family as you graciously allowed us to share in the lives of your children so many years ago.
Sincerely, Rene' and Kimberly
Earl Schache
April 5, 2009
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Paul was a character second to none who brought out the kid in all of us. Through his memory we'll never grow old. May God grant him Fair Winds and Following Seas throughout eternity.
Teddy Bush
April 5, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good friend whom i had known since i was young. he was always there to help just like the whole family.Again i am so sorry.
Spud Nachand
April 5, 2009
Rita, Erin, Tara and Kate,
Paul was one of my dearest friends, his passing has saddened me beyond belief. He will live in my memory as a true man's man.
CPT & Mrs. James R. Minicozzi & WeSLeY
April 4, 2009
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Requiescat in Pace. Amen
Chris Moran
April 4, 2009
Rita, Erin, Tara and Kate,
I knew Paul going back to high school. He was always a leader, gentleman and all around Hall of Fame great person. We will all miss him dearly. Semper Fi.
Lynn Kennedy Merrill
April 4, 2009
Tara, Erin and Kate,
I am so sorry about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Carla kucharski
April 4, 2009
Rita,
I cannot express the sympathy I feel for you, you have helped our family so much the past two years, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Tom Comerford
April 4, 2009
I really don't know what to say except that Paul and his family were always good to me, I'm sorry I'm kind of at a loss for words. My sympathy goes out to Tara, Erin, Katie and the rest of the family. Your family will always have a special place in my heart.
April 4, 2009
Kate and Erin
Your father was great man. I am glad I had the chance to get to know him. My respects.
Sgt. Adam Sabatell, US ARMY
Nicole Caprio
April 4, 2009
Dear Erin, Kate & Tara,
I'm thinking of you and your entire family right now. May the love of all of your friends help you through this difficult time. I'm here for you always.
I love you,
Nicole
Al Philo
April 4, 2009
Rest in Peace, CPL Paul A Steppacher. We thank you for your service to your country in the USMC.
Your Friends, Brothers, and Sisters from Warriors' Watch Riders, and Friends of the Forgotten Northeast Wing.
Sincerely,
Al Philo
Vice President Friends of the Forgotten
Northeastern PA State Coordinator, Warriors' Watch Riders
Lt. Mackie
April 4, 2009
Katie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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