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Joanne Hodges-Lefaivre posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Dear Steve: There you are, on my mind again. So often I think of you and miss you so much it brings me to tears. I can never thank you enough for being the wonderful person you were. Such an inspiration in my life. Your love for Christ was like no other. Your children are growing, you now have grandchildren, and they are beautiful. What a wonderful grandfather you would be. I know it sounds strange, but for some reason a smile comes to my face with I think of your passing, because I know in my heart that though you had to leave all of us behind. You are where you always wanted to be and that lifts me up. Having said that though, I cannot express how much I miss you. There is no doubt in my mind that you are near. I love you more than you know.
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Theresa Portelli posted a condolence
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Stephen John, oh how I miss you. So many things have happened and I want you here with us. As you already know Jack died and you two are probably raising the roof. It's so hard to see Mary Kay go through this. Give her your strength like you did whenever she was suffering. My heart breaks, i miss you so much. We're in the Easter season, your favorite time and it's hard without you. Your passion for Christ was always an inspiration. I'm listening to a CD that you burned for me and trying to remember that God is walking with us through all our sorrow . I love you forever and ever plus one day and ever.
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Mary Kay Frederick posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2009
I am writing this to you my sweet brother, Steve. I know in my heart that you are in heaven and know my thoughts.
It has been a little over a month since you left. I miss you so very much, words cannot say. When I see your face in my mind or in pictures, I get so sad and and moved to tears. I have a big hole in my heart from which I may never recover. I miss your smile, your laughter, your humor, your voice. I am trying to live each day to the fullest not being able to speak to you on a daily basis like we always did, or not seeing your beautiful face. I know that all this is very selfish, but that is my grief right now. Yesterday was All Saints Day and I prayed much of the day. I came to some realizations that brought me to a new level in my grief. I have a beautiful image of you in heaven among all the saints praying for us who are left behind. It is an awesome image. You are truly there, I see you. You lived a holy life here, you were my model of what a true Catholic Christian should be.
You knew that life here is merely a passing through and our purpose is to be with Christ evernally. Please pray for me Steve. Pray for our family who misses you so much. Pray that I may come to that level of faith and look forward to the day when I can join you, mom and dad.I love you, Steve.
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Kevin and Andrea Lynn posted a condolence
Sunday, October 18, 2009
We haven't seen Steve since we moved back to Michigan and we were very surprised and saddened to hear of his sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Portelli family.
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Terri Tuers posted a condolence
Monday, October 12, 2009
Dear Steve-
I am going to miss your smile and sense of humor, not to mention your voice. God must have needed another Steve in His celestial choir. He also called my Dad home in his 40's. His name is Steve too. Look him up for me, please?? Miss you!
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Emily Hodges posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Uncle Steve, Although I didn't get to see you as much as I would have liked, whenever I did, it was as if no time had passed at all. You were always so happy to see me, and made me feel so welcome. You've been a special part of my life since I was born, and you will forever be in my heart. Though the pain is so great, I feel certain that you know how much we all loved you and will continue to love you. You were a truly wonderful person, and you will be missed for the rest of my days. I love you, Uncle Steve!
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Bryan Loomis posted a condolence
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Steve, there are way to many great memories ot even begin to list. I am a better person by having known you. I am proud to have called you a FRIEND. "Lou" you will be greatly missed !!!!!!!!
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Heather Boyer Younkin posted a condolence
Saturday, October 10, 2009
I knew Steve from my time at Forward Air. No matter what you needed, Steve always found a way to get it done...but only after asking how I was and how my family was. Even after I left Forward Air and would call ALB, he always asked about me and my family. Steve was an honest, sincere giving person who made a difference in the life of everyone who knew him. Joe and I will truly miss him. Our lives were better for knowing Steve. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and children.
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Brenda Hart posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
Theresa and family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss! His warm smile will be missed. Stephen would always go out of his way to say hello to Greg and I and especially Brittany. He was a coach who cared about his players on and off the field.
We will be thinking of you,
The Hart Family
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The Papas Family posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
We are very saddened by your loss. We had some great times in EG Little League together-memories forever. Will always be thinking of Steve when we are at the baseball games...he was a great man and coach.
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Mary Ellen Crucetti posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
I loved to listen to him sing at Mass. My prayers are with your family.
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Nick Stefaniak posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
Since time that I met Steve, a few years back after joining St. Ambrose, it was abundantly clear that he was just an awesome guy. Plain and simple.
More than that though, Steve was a warrior for Christ, and a true example of what it means to be a Catholic Christian. Steve's heart was on fire for the Lord and he loved the Eucharist.
I'll never forget his smile, his great sense of humor, or his voice in the church band. Lifeteen mass just won't feel the same without you brother! Only He knows why you were taken from us so early yet we know where you are right now, for at every mass we know that you will be singing right along with us, this time with the angels and saints.
My deepest sympathies go out to the Portelli family and all of those who loved Steve so much.
“You have faith in God, have faith also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may be also.” Heaven is the place where Christ has prepared for us so that we might rejoice with him forever.
We know where you are my friend, save a place for us buddy!
Until then, we will all miss you more than words can say!
Love,
Nick
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Terri Bernarde posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
Steve, no one shared a more fun childhood than you and I did. I have so many fun memories of the two of us. We laughed, we cried, and we loved. You were a wonderful brother, father, uncle, son and friend. The faith you had is carrying all of your loved ones through the pain and heartache. I will miss you forever, but cherish every moment with you. Please take care of us. I love you.
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Mary Alice Hunt posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
Steve was a great bear of a man - strong, supportive and caring. Always there when anyone needed help, a hug or prayer. He had a wicked sense of humor - often with a sarcastic twinkle to his wit. He loved his family so much....nothing was as important as they in his life, except perhaps his love of God. He blessed so many with his beautiful gift of song and in bearing witness to the truth of the Good News.
I learned so much from Steve. He was a gifted vocalist who could 'hear' harmonies - pulling them from the air and making to most beautiful melodies even better. He lifted my praise and worship to a higher level whenever I got to sing with him. I am devastated that we lost him so soon and that our lives are diminished by his advent into heaven. But I know the heavenly choirs are sweeter and more joyful by his presence there. And that he is now singing the 'Happy Song' in God's "Big House". Hand motions and all.
My dear friend I look forward to raising some harmonies and praise & worship in heaven with you. Watch over and Pray for us all. We'll know you are are with us everytime we sing praise at mass or adoration.
God Bless You....and especially your beautiful Theresa, Jena, Dom, Annalyse and Daniel. Your friendship was and always will be a great blessing in my life.
Love,
Mary Alice
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The Knox Family posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2009
The Portelli Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Knox Family
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April Speed posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Dearest Portelli family, though I did not know Steve very well. The times I did see him I could tell the kind of man he was. He must have been a special man to be called home so early. His work will start in Heaven now. Please accept my sympathy. Love, April Speed
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Martha Lasher-Warner posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Steve was a wonderful, kind, man and so devoted to Theresa and their children. I have so many fond memories of Steve and his family. He and Theresa were always there when my son and daughter in law, Eric and Holly needed their help. Daniel is Carolyn's best buddy and Annalyse is Erica's best friend. The entire Portelli family was there for me when my daughter Liza, died. And they always supported the 5K run we held annually in memory of Liza. Steve was so proud as the father of the bride when Jena was married. Just look at that smile as he walked Jena down the aisle. Although I did not know the Portelli family for many many years, I felt as if they all were and are a part of my extended family. We will miss Steve so much. I believe I speak for my entire family when I express my sorrow for his loss.
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Doreen Frank posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
My condolences to Theresa and family. I shared concession duty with Stephen at the softball field and remember his smile. May God bless you and look over you at this difficult time.
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Frank, Linda, Micheline & Cara Franco posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Please except our condolences for you loss. Please take comfort knowing that you will one day be reunited in the kingdom of God. Stephen and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Pauline DiNoto posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Steve was a wonderful person...his smile could light up a room. My heart goes out to his family and friends, may good memories of Steve help during this difficult time. God bless.
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Peggy Anthony posted a condolence
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Theresa, Mary Kay, Joanne, Joe, and Terri, I want you all to know how sad I am to hear about Steve. The last time I saw him was at my Dad's funeral last year. He always had the same beautiful smile. I remember when he was born... and my parents were his godparents. Love to all of you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Peggy
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John Zieno posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Theresa, I was saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He truly was a great person. I remeber his smile, playing summer pick up softball and singing in St. Bart's choir with him. Although he hasn't lived in Norwich for quite a while now we will miss him. I want you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Take care and God Bless.
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Alicia(Brancato)Gelsomin posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Dear Theresa and family: Thinking of you at this very sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you - What wonderfull memories I have of Steve from High School, Band and College. Take care of yourself. With love - Alicia
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Jo Ann Provo posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
My heartfelt condolences to all of you! Although I had not seen Stevie in over 35 years, I will always remember him as a very happy person -- always smiling. Now your mom and dad are reunited with your baby brother. My prayers are with you each of you and Stevie's wife and children as you mourn. Sincerely, Jo Ann
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Diana Cincotta Cianflocco posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Heaven and Uncle Sonny welcome you with open arms.
Your love , warmth and friendship will give us everlasting memories.
May you now rest in peace.
Love,
Aunt Diana
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Kathy Garito Gibbon posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
My memories of " Stevie "are about Birdsall St.
Stevie was always smiling and such a happy,easy going, good guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Kathy
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Bernadette Quaglia posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
To the family of Stephen Portelli:
May god be with all of you during this time.
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Joe Portelli posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Steve,
Only you could know why God would take you from us so soon. This hurts more than words can say. I am going to miss all of our great times together. I love you "bro"
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Tom LeFaivre posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Steve, you were one of the finest men I've ever known, kind, and giving of your time and spirit. I enjoyed being in your company and I was grateful to have you as a brother-in-law. I will dearly miss you in my remaning years.
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joanne lefaivre posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
I miss you sweet brother. Rest in Peace in the love of the Lord and in the arms of the angels. I love you dearly and am ever blessed for having known you.
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Pam Boyer posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Although I didn't know Steve that well, I have been a friend of his siblings for many years. I am so saddened that he was taken so young and I extend my deepest sympathy to his wife and children as well as his siblings and extended family. I am sure he will be missed by many, not just his family. May he rest in peace.
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Anita Portelli posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
My heart aches for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
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Kevin F. Cavanaugh posted a condolence
Monday, October 5, 2009
To Theresa, Steve's children and family. It is with sincere sympathy that the staff of the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home offers our condolences to your family. We will do all we can to help you and your family honor the memory of this great man.
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