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Tina Wilson-Riesenburger posted a condolence
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Dear Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss. I have just learned of your Dad's passing and wanted to extend my deepest sympathy. I know how hard it is to loose your Dad. I am just glad your Dad had the forsight to move up your wedding and enjoy your special day. All my best for the future. Tina
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Susan & Andy Ling posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Deepest Sympathy. Our thoughts and love are with the family.
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Jim & Karen Riggs, Webster NY posted a condolence
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Dear Harriet,
We are so sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to see and talk to Steve.
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Pat Bacon posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Steve was my aviation advisor. He could instantly identify any plane for me. He was a very talented person. I saw him at the last VAG flyin breakfast. He had lost a phenominal amount of weight. What an accomplishment!
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Rochester Skydivers posted a condolence
Thursday, November 20, 2008
We will all miss Steve and his help at the Airport.
Dick Cordaro
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Lindsay Breeze (Zweig) posted a condolence
Thursday, November 20, 2008
I wanted everyone to be able to see the eulogy I wrote for my dad. It is heartfelt and so meaningful to me. Thank you all for you love and support during these very difficult times.
As I am sure you all can imagine, I stand before you all in grief and in despair today. Writing this eulogy was one of the most difficult tasks of my life. I asked myself, how can I sum up a such an amazing man, such a wonderful father and grandfather and the incredibly rich life he led in a few brief words? The answer I have come to conclude is that I simply cannot. What I will do is share with you what he meant to me and how I understood him. Most of you know that dad was not my biological dad, but he was the only dad I have ever known. He came into my life when I was very young and my favorite memories as a child are of being “daddy’s girl”. We were so similar and sometime when we were out together people would comment how we looked alike. We would snicker at the private joke we shared, and we would thank them politely. Dad loved to laugh, and growing up I remember dinner time was always a really fun time at my house. Dad would share stories of his day and we would all sit there trying to make each other laugh so hard that we would blow our drinks out our noses. It was understood that that was the true sign at the table of a really good joke. Dad’s life was dictated by his quest for humor and making connections with others through humor. He was a people person, and got his energy by being with others. One of the things that people came to expect with great aniticpation was his stories. I have recently learned since his passing that Dad especially loved to embellish with me. He loved a good story. It was even better (to him and those listening) if it involved military, explosives or wild airplane escapades. I have recently decide that dad embellished especially for me at times because he wanted me to see him as my hero, and to be honest… he didn’t have to try so hard… he already meant the world to me.
Dad had a rebirth, a renewal of hope and a life change several years ago. His body and diet changed dramtically, but for me it was the changes inside that were so incredibly profound to be witness to. He make c onscious choice to live life to the fullest, to be open and willing to the possibilities of healing body, mind and spirit. I saw new joy in him, I had never witnessed before. Dad and I were able to reach a beautiful and meaningful level to our relationship that I am and will always be so grateful for. He told me recently that he was proud of me. But I was also very proud of him.
I am most blessed in that Dad was able to be part of my new family for the past year. I know in my heart through and through that this was one of his true dreams for me. Dad always wanted what was best for me, but provided loving guidance and acceptance in order for me to find my own way. He was patient. In his wisdom, he let me find my way, and I came to meet my husband and step-daughter only a year ago. Dad loved Todd and Jasmine immediately. He knew that I had found the love and partnership in Todd that I need and deserve and this made him happy. He saw me take on the new role of being a mom, and offered praise to me for my parenting and maternal nature. It brought me great joy and satisfaction to know dad thought I “dun good” and that he was able to be part of my new family. Dad loved spoiling Jasmine and took being a grandpa very seriously. He made all of us feel special, every single time we were with him… that was his way. Dad approached me at one of Jasmine’s cheerleading events late summer and strangley proposed that we move our wedding date up and elope instead of getting married in May of 2009 as planned. At first I thought he was kidding, but quickly learned he was not. 6 weeks later, there was no elopement, but in fact an amazing wedding. I believe on some level, dad knew that his time here was limited. It was what was meant to be, and it was the most important day of my life, and I know one of the highlights of dad’s life as well. He walked me down the aisle, he and I danced, and he had the special requested Grandpa/granddaughter dance. These are memories that are even more special now, and those photos and momentos will be cherished forever.
You each have your own memories and stories and they too should be held on to and cherished and kept alive. My dad is not far, he is here, in me and in all of you.
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Frieda Shannon posted a condolence
Thursday, November 20, 2008
With all my love, I wish I could hug right now.
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Jan & Margaret Tarwid posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Dear Harriet,
We are so sorry to hear about Steve's passing.Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. If there is anything we can do please let us know
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Todd Breeze posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Steve, Thank you for being a great Dad and an even greater Grandpa. You touched my heart in a very special way. You also touched Jasmine's heart. Your compassion and caring spirit has had a profound effect on many people including me. I love you as if you were my own dad. I can't find the words to tell you how grateful I am that you have entrusted me to care for your daughter for the rest of our lives. You are the reason that many of my most recent dreams have been fulfilled. I regret that we were not able to share with you the extreme pleasure we had on out "Honeymoon", but I believe that you know anyway. You will be missed and you will be in my thoughts always. I'm grateful that God brought us together as friends and as family. I love you.
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Joshua E. Ashley posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
I cannot tell you the love and happiness my brother Todd and niece Jasmine found in the acceptance and love that Steven gave them. He was a man of honor and respect and although we only knew each other briefly he commanded both from me. To my sister-in-law Lindsay my heart is with you, your father will always be remembered.
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Irv Zwirn posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
I knew Steve from grammar school and, after many years, had dinner with him 2 months ago. He was a great person and his memory will last forever.
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Donna Bartlett (Rochester, NY) posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Dear Harriet:
I am so sorry for you loss. I will miss Steve and our friendship. Just know we are here for you.
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Pete Spence (Muirkirk, ON) posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
We are sorry to hear of our friend Steve's passing, we had met Steve at the Pine Hills Airport when we brought the Harvards down from Canada around 2000. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies on behalf of the Canadian Harvard Aerobatic Team.
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Carmella (Amato) Chamberlain (Fairport, NY) posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Our Condolences, West Irondequoit High School Class of 1962 Reunion Committee.
Not too long ago, Steve was gathering updated addresses for me. I am so saddened by this.
Carmella (Amato) Chamberlain
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Vicki Steele (Ontario, NY) posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Steve, it was such a short friendship. Our two children brought us together. You pulled Todd into your life and wrapped your arms around him. You were a good father in law, and have a beautiful daughter, I will miss you. I know that your memory will live on through your daughter and all that your daughter, my new daughter in law, will pass on to Jasmine, "Jazzy" her new daughter. I will miss not sharing stories about the kids and all that is good in their future. But you were a part of all of it. I will miss you, but I promise that I will always treat Lindsay as my own daughter, she is a beautiful woman who makes my son so happy!! Rest in peace, for the last few months have been a real struggle for you.
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Jeff and Jan Morris (Bradenton, FL) posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Harriet
Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts are with you
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Sandra L. Tabone posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Lindsay, I was so sorry to hear of your father's death. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Sandi
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Scott Schmidt posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Steve was a skilled airboss who's love of aviation combined with cigars and golf cart races made VAG Airshows some of the fondest memories that this writer will ever have and that this community will ever cherish. He had a great sense of humor and a gentle way of getting right to the point. You always knew where you stood with this guy. Rest in Peace my friend...you deserve it.
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Lisa Rothstein Keeley posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Harriet and Family,
I am sadddened to hear about Steve. My thoughts are with you. Stay strong for each other, and hold fast to all your wonderful memories. True love lives on forever! Lisa
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Ron Holzermer posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Steve's Family...I only knew him for short time,at the Pine Hill Airport, but he was a great guy, and we will miss him.
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David Levine (Fairport, NY) posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Stephen will be remembered as the older wisest cousin with a thousand stories. He will be missed at the barbecue grill at the famous Decker/Zweig parties. Stephen was instrumental in Natasha's aeronautical engineering career, especially when he arranged her first flying lesson behind her mothers back. We had a blast working the air show last summer and spending quality time with Stephen. We love and miss you...God Bless your heart Stephen.
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David Levine (Fairport, NY) posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Stephen will be remembered as the older wisest cousin with a thousand stories. He will be missed at the barbecue grill at the famous Decker/Zweig parties. Stephen was instrumental in Natasha's aeronautical engineering career, especially when he arranged her first flying lesson behind her mothers back. We had a blast working the air show last summer and spending quality time with Stephen. We love and miss you...God Bless your heart Stephen.
Visitation
Following the Funeral, a Period of Mourning will be observed at 23 Spier Avenue, Wednesday 7-9 PM, Thursday 2-4PM & 7-9 PM, Friday 2-4 PM & Saturday 7-9 PM
Service Info
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday,November 19, 2008 at 1 PM at Temple Emanu-El, 2956 St. Paul Blvd.
Interment
Temple Emanu-El Section of Riverside Cemetery
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