I am so sorry to read about Stephen. God Bless his little family. Prayers go out to all of you. You all have been inspiring to me....your faith and the beautiful poem that was posted helped get me through a tough day yesterday. Prayers with you always....Stephen, remember, you are a Xavier Man forever.....and your family is a part of our Long Blue Line. Mrs. Rosie Bernard
Our hearts are breaking for your family. We have been following the posts. Such a beautiful tribute to an amazing man and a loving faith filled family. We will continue to hold Stephen & all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you hugs & love from Cincy.
Nancy & Bob Russ
Dear Grace Family: I am truly sorry for the loss of Stephen. I have been praying for all of you so very hard. The words your printed this morning are BEAUTIFUL. Please know I continue to hold you all in my prayers. LONG BLUE LINE FOREVER!!!
Shannon, what a gift... you and your beautiful words. What an insightful and faithful young woman you have grown into since the young teen you were when we moved from Cincinnati. I know your mom and dad must be SO proud of you! Found some pictures from our crazy 4 family train trip to Winter Place, West Virginia, the day after Christmas that your mom organized. Our very own Polar Express. Also, some pics of Joe and Stephen in hard hats at the Bengals Stadium. Though I hadn't seen Stephen since we moved years ago, I'd recognize that broad, charming, and infectious smile of his! Please give your mom, dad, and Kathleen a big hug from me. Much, much love from Signal Mountain, Tennessee. xoxoxo
Dave and I and our family extend our heartfelt condolences to all who knew and loved Stephen. Our prayers will continue to be said for you in the coming days. Love the Hopewell family.
We are thinking of you, praying for you, and will support you moving forward. Jack and I were so fortunate to have met you for the short time that we did. May you feel loved and supported in the coming hours, days, weeks.