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RUGUONE, STEVEN ANTHONY

June 11, 2012 8 Condolences

In Memorial

50, went to his rest unexpectedly but peacefully. He is survived by his children Leah and Andrew, 3 grandchildren, his parents Joe and Barb, sisters Sandy Evans (Larry) and Debbie Cohen (Fred) as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He loved animals and we are sure he’s now happily tending to those in heaven. We love you Steve and will miss you dearly until we meet again.

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  1. Sandy Evans

    June 11, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    No one is ever prepared for the passing of a loved one. The only thing we can do is comfort each other and know that there are people around you that love you and share in your pain. I loved my brother and regret that I didn’t get to talk to him one last time to tell him how much I loved him. There is nothing I can do about that regret but I can make sure that I tell you and dad how much I love you both. Steve is finally at peace find comfort in knowing that.

  2. Larry & Sandy Evans

    June 12, 2012 at 7:04 am

    “I’ll lend you for a little time, a child of mine, He said. For you to love while he lives, and mourn when he is dead. It may be six or seven years, twenty-two or three. But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me? He’ll bring his charms to gladden you, and shall his stay be brief, You’ll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return. But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn. I’ve looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true, And from the throngs that crowd life’s lane, I have selected you. Now will you give him all of your love, nor think the labor vain, Nor hate me when I come to call, to take him back again? I fancied that I heard them say, Dear Lord, thy will be done. For all the joy thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we’ll run. We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may, And for the happiness we’ve known, we’ll ever grateful stay. But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we planned, We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand.”
    Author: Edgar Guest
    Thank you, Steve……for the way you loved us, for the way you loved our children. Thank you for your generosity, your kindness, the memories. We’ll miss you.

  3. Barbara and Allan Evans

    June 12, 2012 at 8:30 am

    Our sincere sympathy. I’m sure he’s in a better place now, and with his family that went on before. May God comfort you and give you peace.

  4. David & Irma Wallace

    June 13, 2012 at 9:14 am

    With heartfelt condolences, We are deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Steve. We pray the love of God enfolds you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.
    Love and Blessings,
    David and Irma Wallace

    ~~~*~~~
    It will be the little things
    that you will remember,
    the quiet moments,
    the smiles, the laughter.
    And although it may seem
    hard right now,
    it will be the memories
    of these little things
    that help to push
    away the pain
    and bring the smiles
    back again.~~~ Author Unknown
    ~~~*~~~

  5. Dorothy Martin

    June 13, 2012 at 5:00 pm

    Dearest friends,

    Steve was always so friendly and I will miss seeing him walking down our street..

    I am so very sorry for the loss of your son.

    love,
    Dorothy

  6. Debbie and Fred Cohen

    June 13, 2012 at 8:52 pm

    Memories of building snowmen, swinging on the tire swing, making gumball soup, playing with Steve’s G. I. Joe, and opening Christmas presents are memories that live with us in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Sweet dreams my little brother.

    Mom and Dad,
    The loss of a child is tragic, may the memories of happier times help you during your journey through the sadness. We love you both.

  7. Haley Haynes

    June 14, 2012 at 11:20 am

    Uncle Steve,

    Your departure from us on this Earth was so very unexpected. You will be missed from this world, but I am grateful to God that he chose to call you home in the most peaceful way. I’m grateful that you are at peace for eternity and that you will be able to know and protect your children and your family with the loving kindness that endured inside of you despite the hardships of this world. I will miss your quiet and gentle nature and your ability to enjoy the simplest things in life. I will reflect on the cherished memories of our conversations on the patio. You always had a way of being supportive, loving and making me feel adored when I felt dismayed. I believe that you always just knew me, understood me and accepted me with love and without judgement. This was a gift of yours and you gave it to many. Thank you for your Christmas cards with money that I know you did not have to give. I always felt so guilty spending it, but I knew you would have wanted me to. These are a few of the many memories I will cherish of you forever.
    Enjoy the Heavens until we see you gain, Uncle Steve.
    Love,
    Haley

  8. Terri Wojciehaski-Pakula

    January 31, 2013 at 1:31 am

    I’am so sorry to hear about Steve, Tony just told me yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Steve was always like a cousin to me.I remember playing at your house in Lemont hide and seek. High school with Steve,Tony,David and others. He was always like a brother to Tony. Steve, you will be missed give Dad a hug for me. Love Terri

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