As the baby sister of an amazing sibling line of six that was suddenly reduced to four yesterday morning at around 9:00 a.m, I write this with a heavy heart but with all the love I can bestow on my now belated brother and to his family. If you knew Steve, you know what is meant by the words "all around character" as he was affectionately described in his obituary, and that he truly was. But more than that, I knew him to not only be a loving son, brother, husband, dad and granddad but so much more than a lot of people had the opportunity to see and know as I did as his sister. As big and gruff as his outer appearance may have sometimes seemed, he was a huge teddy bear on the inside with a heart of gold for anyone and everyone, especially for anyone down on their luck or in need. He had a manner that endeared him to most anyone and everyone and he will be sorely missed in so many ways. That "character" is what will continue to live through his siblings, his wife, and his kids as family gatherings offer a time to reflect, laugh and remember all the crazy things that made Steve who he was and what he meant to all of us. I love you brother and to Sharon, Paul, Dawn, Sandra and Lance: may those wonderful memories you have be the extension you need to the rock he was to you in your lives. Always know your family loves and supports you through this difficult time.