1997, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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I met Steve in the early 90s. He was a good friend of my boyfriend and eventual husband, Steve Tuttle. We would meet at the City Club every Friday night and go out after. Truly magical times - we would laugh ourselves silly - Steve always was the most hilarious guy in the room. Time went on and everyone remained close. Steve Tuttle was diagnosed with ALS in 1993 and passed away in 1998. Steve Reich never left Steve’s side, attending all the ALS Fundraisers and always making Steve Tuttle laugh. Now the 3 Steve’s are golfing together in heaven (Tuttle, Simon and Reich). I am so sorry for your loss - Tanya, Arlene, Jack and Estelle. Steve was an awesome, kind and generous guy. He will be missed by so many. . .
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2023, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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My condolences to Steve's family. I had known Steve for more than 20 years and he was just a pleasure to do business with. Always fair, always a smile. We had seen each other often at SHCC in the past few years and I will miss his friendship.
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My condolences to the Reich family. I got to know Stephen at SHCC a couple years ago. We are both Bucknell alumnus from different years. We shared our experiences at Bucknell and had a few laughs. He was a Kappa Sig and I was a Phi Gam (next door neighbors). He always greeted me with a smile and a friendly comment. I will miss him.
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I don't remember the first time I met "Stevie Reich (I always called him that like it was one name)" Stevie was just always there. He was an icon in Mt. Lebanon. I suppose I met him through the many Lebo friends and families we have in common, but I can't remember exactly when. On the lacrosse field? Perhaps a party we attended? Uptown? The Vaters? I just can't pinpoint it, but what I do remember is that he always made me feel like I was special, like we have known each other forever. It was Stevie that reconnected me with the old Birdland/OLG gang I grew up with. He was the connection to my past. I admired him for the friends he kept close all those years and the way he made new ones. He made everyone feel that important. A storyteller he was- never a dull moment with lots of laughs. He was beloved by the entire community and will be missed by so many. Hug your families tight- he would want that. Tanya and Reich children, our deepest sympathies. You were blessed. Krista Garber-Pryor
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What a special guy. Just met with Steve on a fundraiser gala in May. He was always willing to help out whenever he could and never turned down an ask. Have known Steve for over 20 years and was such a class act. I can’t express my sorry enough to the family in your loss, ours and the world of sports. May you find comfort in your memories, that are now your photographs taken by your hearts. With mine and Johnnys sympathy, Bogey
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Our sincere condolences to Tanya, Arlene, Jack and Estelle. We will forever miss looking across our yard and seeing Steve kicked back on his patio, smoking a cigar, and looking like the picture of joy, peace and relaxation! RIP Neighbor~
George and Krissy Opferman
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I think the last time I saw Stephen was at a family event, probably 30 years ago. I never really knew him as an adult, but he and his family were a huge part of my childhood and young adult years. I only knew his children as babies, and I remember his wife Tanya as the sweetest of the sweet. I feel sure his mother, my cousin Arlene, has not stopped, hugging him.I am beyond sad at his passing, and I send lots of strength to the Reich family.
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So grateful to call Steve a friend and so appreciative for all he’s done for our sons, Dean and Roby.
If love could save him, he would still be with us. He was an expert at causing people to love him.
Such a humble person for all he has done for hockey and society. Rest in peace, my friend.
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I had the fortune to know Steve for the past 7-8 years after I joined the Lebo Paddle League. The first thing we had in common the day we met was our 1st names. Soon after that and spending time with him I saw that he loved paddle, however the game was absolutely secondary to what was most important to him which was camaraderie, relaxing, and laughter. Steve was one of my favorite people from the time we met and while there are new people joining paddle every year, he has remained that same guy. Always greeting with a hug and a permanent smile…forever grateful brother.
One quick story that explains who Steve was and what he symbolized for me. I played MANY matches with Him over the years as we were on the same team a few times. We had had our wins but my absolute favorite match I played with him and one he and I went on to bring up regularly was a butt whooping we took 3-4 years ago against Sewickley YMCA. At the end of the match we just both laughed and gave each other a bear hug. It was a reminder to each other that it’s not the sport or winning we are most grateful for, but rather the gift of being together and making memories.
You will be greatly missed my friend. Thank you for your love and the good times you ALWAYS brought.
Rest easy
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We were saddened to learn of Steve’s unexpected passing. We first met Steve and Tanya at Lamaze class for our first babies. Our paths continued to cross many times through the Foster school community. Tim especially enjoyed Steve’s company and antics at the Indian Princess meetings and campouts with Arlene and our daughter Leigh. We remember Steve as always having a smile and kind words. Our sympathies to Tonya, Arlene and family, Jack and Estelle.
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