Memories of Stephen James Avelleyra

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Stephen James Avelleyra

St Petersburg, Florida

September 26, 1960 - May 17, 2019

Sep 26, 1960 - May 17, 2019

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Thomas Sessions

Loved that guy. Steve. Childhood friends. Clifford Park. Made me laugh all the time. Two years for us, perhaps seconds for you, maybe you're still making your way to the light. See you soon old friend. But a blink of an eye.

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Scott Norman

Wow. My deepest condolences to family and friends. I just found out about Steve’s passing. Had not seen nor heard from him since we graduated at Northern Michigan University. Lots of good memories. It was his impression of the Lion from the Wizard of Oz that just reminded me of him and triggered me to do a search. Not the search results I was expecting. Plenty of good times in the four years at NMU. He could always get a room laughing. We roomed together for one year before he became a Resident Assistant. He taught me how to box, which we eventually had to call a truce. He tried to teach me how to ride his unicycle, with no success. I taught him how to rappel with ropes off the rock cliffs. He even hooked me up with a fake I.D. and good looking cheerleaders. We shared a number of rides up to and from NMU, laughing most of the way. The memories go on and on. Life is short. R.I.P.

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Patrick Gaither

I just learned of Steve’s passing today when trying to reach him on his cell # l had for him; hoping to catch up after losing touch for several years. Last talked with him shortly after his relocation to FL, and prior to that- attended an Orioles game with him on his birthday 2011.
My very sincere condolences to his family and partner Robert.

Steve & l were close friends in Baltimore. He taught me to Box, and we’d practice together once or twice a month; ‘Boxer’ was my nickname for Steve. I remember he told me his Pop taught his brothers & himself Boxing when growing up.
I also remember all the Marathons he ran and the weekly practicing & training; an unbelievable athlete!

Unfortunately we lost touch, however l do remember his constant smile, and that ‘Deer Look’! Always a very pleasant & humble great-natured guy. He will surely be missed by all whom had the pleasure of being his friend!!
Rest In Peace my friend, l will dearly miss you. God bless.

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Thomas Sessions

Steve was a great friend growing up. We hung out at Clifford Park as kids playing with our Matchbox cars in the sandbox. We shared good times and had many laughs at Walter French and Everett High School. He was immensely talented and a kind soul. Enjoy the next iteration of you, Steve.

See you again before too long…

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Steve Roznowski

This was stunning news to many of us who knew Steve while growing up in Lansing. We had so much fun performing in plays, musicals and shows with The Everett Chorale that it didn’t even seem like we were in school. I had hardly seen him at all since high school, but the impact he left as a friend and the many times we laughed to tears are a permanent part of me and many others who’s lives he touched.

God’s peace and blessings to his family and loved ones.

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John Drolett

2013, Lansing (MI) Everett high School Class of 1978 35-year reunion

One of many, many perfectly-timed comic moments Steve will be remembered for, The Deer Face was classic Steve Avelleyra. "It" would show up when all was quiet. You would look up from whatever it was you were doing and Steve would be staring at you from across the room, with the flared nostrils and the tight upper lip, making you wonder how long he had been waiting like that for you to notice. Fond memories!

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John Drolett

It took a little coaxing to get this 53-year-old man to bring The Deer Face out, but really not that much.... Read more It took a little coaxing to get this 53-year-old man to bring The Deer Face out, but really not that much. It took a little coaxing to get this 53-year-old man... Read more

Robert Shores

John by the date on this photo - I met Steve just five day later in St Petersburg John by the date on this photo - I met Steve just five day later in St Petersburg John by the date on this photo - I met Steve just five... Read more

Michelle Toman

Rest In Peace Steve, I have many fond memories .

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Dana Feldpausch

Thoughts and prayers for the entire Avelleyra family. So sorry for your loss.💗🙏

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Beckie Mee

1975, Riley Street, Lansing, MI, USA

Steve Memories of old.

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Beckie Mee

Fond memories of Riley Street, his paper rte, playing softball at Clifford park, riding his unicycle, and... Read more Fond memories of Riley Street, his paper rte, playing softball at Clifford park, riding his unicycle, and our bikes, visiting ... Read more Fond memories of Riley Street, his paper rte, playing... Read more

Theresa Kruger

My thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. and Mrs. Avelleyra and the family. Steve was the best friend anyone could have. He made the days at Walter French and Everett the most joyful, laughter filled time. I will miss him very much for he was a fantastic friend.

Eternal rest grant unto Steve, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.

Love you forever Steve.

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Deanna White

My deepest sympathies go out to Steve’s family. I met Steve in the high school band and have great memories of the fun times we had. He was always so positive and brought great energy to every situation he was in. Rest In Peace, my friend ❤️

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Mary Oberlin Aldrich

So sorry to hear of this.....my fondness memory of Steve was him riding his very tall unicycle thru the neighborhood!

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Kathy Simons Fischette

Steve was one of my best friends during junior and high school, I have such wonderful memories of him. He was a wonderful friend and you couldn’t help but laugh when you were with him. Sleep well my dear friend, my hearts broken but will always carry the memories of our times together. ❤️

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John Drolett

My deepest sympathies to Mr. and Mrs. Avelleyra (Al and Norma), Mary, Deb, Tom, John, Kimmy and their families. Steve was my unicycling partner, the voice of encouragement for performing, and my best friend through junior high school and beyond. I knew he would be incredible at anything he wanted to do, and his life proved that.

A message to Robert: Thank you for taking care of this wonderful person. I am very deeply saddened by his passing but eternally grateful he had you. I hope to convey my thanks in person someday.

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Robert Shores

Thank you John - he is still missed daily - I was most fortunate and was looking forward to growing old with... Read more Thank you John - he is still missed daily - I was most fortunate and was looking forward to growing old with him - God had other... Read more Thank you John - he is still missed daily - I was most... Read more

Beth Pryor

I am deeply saddened by this news. Although I haven’t seen or spoken to Steve I will always cherish my memories of my beloved friend. We played the clarinet together, acted in plays, and I was the lucky person who was able to teach him how to ride his unicycle! Tears came to my eyes when I read he rode it in Iowa. He touched my spirit and I am blessed to have known him. Rest peacefully my friend. Beth

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Martie DuBois

My sincerest sympathy to Steve’s family and friends. This testimony to Steve’s personality seems to capture him well. I never remember with out a smile and a good word. Steve was good man who is taken too soon.

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Patty Lewis

One of my favorite memories of Steve, was when the Avelleyras would come to Iowa every summer and stay for a week. It was usually when the carnival was in town and we would ride the rides, especially the Trabant. My friends also enjoyed him too. He would ride his unicycle all over town. He will be missed dearly! Love you Steve❤️

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Diana Easter

I am so saddened to hear this news. He was the best "dance and singing partner" I ever had in high school... Read more I am so saddened to hear this news. He was the best "dance and singing partner" I ever had in high school and following in West... Read more I am so saddened to hear this news. He was the best... Read more

Melissa Jo Flanders- Harris

My heart is very heavy and sad after learning of Steve’s passing. Unfortunately, our paths never crossed... Read more My heart is very heavy and sad after learning of Steve’s passing. Unfortunately, our paths never crossed after he graduated from... Read more My heart is very heavy and sad after learning of Steve’s... Read more

Pete Davis

Wooo Child! Steve, you left me with many wonderful memories. Your deer face, the box face game, your 'platter... Read more Wooo Child! Steve, you left me with many wonderful memories. Your deer face, the box face game, your 'platter of plenty', I broke... Read more Wooo Child! Steve, you left me with many wonderful ... Read more

Keith Sergent

Rest with the Angels my old friend and fellow physicist , you will be missed. Rest with the Angels my old friend and fellow physicist , you will be missed. Rest with the Angels my old friend and fellow physicist... Read more

Liz True

Dear Robert and the Avelleyra family, I am so sorry to read this. Steve made graduate school bearable at... Read more Dear Robert and the Avelleyra family, I am so sorry to read this. Steve made graduate school bearable at UMaine through his jokes... Read more Dear Robert and the Avelleyra family, I am so sorry... Read more