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WALSH, Stephen Stephen R. Walsh, father, friend and benefactor, died Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at his home in Winter Park, FL. He was 61 years old. Steve was loved, and will be remembered most for the difference he made in the lives of his family, friends and business affiliates. His spirit and love were evident every day, in his smile and in his reassuring words that were always delivered with a warm, steady voice. Steve was the truest of friends: steadfast, loyal, and kind. For those who knew him best, it is his warmth, kindness and generosity that will be missed most. Steve lived his life with a unique confidence and purpose that filled each room he entered and lifted those around him to their fullest potential. While Steve's real estate career often placed him in the spotlight, most people never realized that this remarkable man had very humble roots. Born in Gastonia, NC, he shared a two-bedroom house with his mother and six siblings. Steve learned the value and reward of hard, honest work at an early age as he delivered newspapers and pumped gas to help his family survive. He attended North Carolina State University briefly before beginning his career and family with wife, Paula, a schoolteacher who stole his heart at once. As Steve's life and career progressed, he celebrated his successes and endured the pains of failed ventures with the belief and assurance that the glass was always half-full, and that he had done his best. He always provided for his family, as best as possible, regardless of the situation. He loved being a father and adored being the grandfather of two young souls who returned his adoration. When the situation allowed, Steve shared generously with others and went out of his way to help better his community, providing significant resources and gifts to churches, hospitals and the arts. He wanted to make a difference in peoples' lives, especially those with modest means. Steve believed we all can flourish and thrive if given a chance. He believed faith, education and health were important ingredients to success. Steve is survived by wife, Paula N. Walsh; daughter, Anna W. Murray; son-in-law Harrison S. Murray; grandson, Harrison S. Murray, Jr.; granddaughter, Laughlin Y. Murray; daughter, Suzanne O. Walsh; daughter, Catherine R. Walsh; son, Stephen R. Walsh, Jr.; mother, Orpha Pat Rice Walsh; brother, Dr. John Walsh; sister, Anne O. Prikazsky, and multiple nieces and nephews. Steve is predeceased by his father, Maurice James Walsh, Jr.; brother, Maurice James Walsh III; brother, David Michael Walsh; brother, Patrick Dennis Walsh; and sister, Ellen Maria Walsh. A funeral mass for Stephen R. Walsh was held at noon on Saturday, June 28, 2008 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church (526 N. Park Ave., Winter Park, FL). A reception will follow. A second funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 30, 2008 at St. Michael's Catholic Church (708 Saint Michael's Lane, Gastonia, NC). A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Orlando Health Foundation (3160 Southgate Commerce Blvd., Ste. 50, Orlando, FL 32806 or (www.orlandohealth.com) to support the Level One Trauma Center. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 28 to Jun. 29, 2008.

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Lori Jenrette

September 28, 2008

Dear Anna, I am very sorry that you lost your father. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers these past 3 months. I hope and pray that your happy memories and the love of family and friends has been sustaining you during this time. I lost my Dad 8 years ago and this saying has helped me. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die."

Wil and Donna Hardy

July 25, 2008

John, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. May God bless you and your family.

Mary Graham and Fred Love

July 8, 2008

John, Mary Graham and I are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Donald Phillips

July 3, 2008

I moved to Charlotte in 1986 as a 21 year old kid with Real Estate dreams in my head.My Father a young Real Estate developer was taken from me in a plane crash and I needed guidence. I met Ray Killian jr,Ray Jones and Mr. Walsh. Mr. Walsh was a giant inspiration to me and I am struck by the similarities in our lives. I lost touch with him over the years,but to a kid who was looking for a role model, he was a great one to follow. I am certain there is a piece of him in every one of my projects. Even though I never became close to your family we feel for you in your time of loss. Please feel free to contact me with any request you have. God bless your family.

Jon Childs

July 3, 2008

It was with sadness that I have learned of Steve's passing. As a former teacher of Steve at Hunter Huss High School, I always remembered him at a most-likable student. Steve was in my 11th grade homeroom and also in my U. S. History classroom. I remember him being on the basketball team and being very unselfish and congenial with everyone he was associated with. To you, Paula, and all your family, you have my condolences and prayers.

Cammie Howard

July 1, 2008

Dear Walsh family,
I am really sorry and have been saddened by your loss. I pray that you all will turn to and cling to the Lord during this time.I can not imagine the pain you all are feeling, but I am praying for you.
Love, Cammie Hunter Howard

Betsy Summer

June 30, 2008

Paula,
My heart goes out to you and your children. I have wonderful memories of being young and foolish, you and Steve are part of those Huss memories.
With love,
Betsy (Holbrook) Summer, Gastonia, NC

Kelly Goehl

June 30, 2008

Dear Mrs. Walsh,
I am an associate of Steve's and have known him for eight years. Even though I have not worked with him again until just 2 months ago at his new project in Cary NC, I have always had wonderful memories of a fun, caring, individual who took the time to speak with everyone that worked for him, no matter their position. I attended the funeral today in Gastonia and am still in shock that such a great person was taken from us all. My prayers are with you and your family always. Please know how much and how many lives he touched.

Mike Sullivan

June 30, 2008

We were deeply saddened of the passing of Stephen Walsh. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family during this time. With our deepest sympathy, from the team of Looney Ricks Kiss.

June 30, 2008

I would like to send my condolences to your family, and also share one of my favorite scriptures found at Revelation 21:4, it talks about what Jehovah God will do for mankind in the near future under God's kingdom rule. All the suffering that we see will be done away with forever.

Bradford Hood

June 30, 2008

Mrs. Walsh, Anna, Harrison, and others -- My thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve was indeed a "visionary" and I enjoyed helping him "paint" his masterpiece throughout the Carolinas. I'm sure he will be helping others in Heaven. Bradford Hood

Frank Sell

June 29, 2008

Dear Paula, it is with great sadness that I read of Steve's untimely passing. Through my 35 year friendship with Steve's brother, Mike, I also got to know Steve, and his kind heart and manner. The Walsh family has experienced way to many trajedies over the years, but always managed to survive them. My heart and prayers go out to you, your children, Mrs. Walsh, John and Anne.
With all our love,
Frank & Peggy Sell

Cindy Stone Westbrook

June 29, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. I used to swim with Cassie at Carmel Country Club on the swim team, and have fond memories of times together. My parents, Ron and Phyllis Stone new Stephen and Paula very well. May God comfort you during this time. - Cindy Stone Westbrook

Sandra Voigt (formerly Cannady)

June 29, 2008

Paula, Anna, Suzanne, Cassie and Stephen,
I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Steve's death. He was my mentor, role model, boss and dear friend at The Walsh Corp. in Charlotte. Steve was one of the finest men I have ever known and his love for all of you was evident in everything he did. I have always had the utmost respect for him and the way he led his life. This world has lost a great man and my thoughts and prayers will be with each of you. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Jim Anthony

June 29, 2008

Dear Paula and Family: These days must be so anguished for you that we can hardly imagine the pain. Please know that there are literally hundreds of people praying for all of you and for Steve's friends and business associates who grieve with you. I am one of those business associates, although much more distant today than I was four years ago when we were partners in various ventures. He was the real deal and a joy to know. God bless you all.

Lisa Moore

June 29, 2008

It is always so hard to find the right words at a time like this, and, really, there never are the "right" words. I can only say that I am thinking and praying for you all. I have only the fondest memories of your father and husband. He truly was a great and special man.

It was this month last year that I was grieving the loss of my own dad, and although everyone's pain is different, I hope you will find some peace in the midst of this tragic event. May God bring you strength and comfort. I am comforted knowing that Steve is with my dad in heaven now. I know my dad considered him a dear and true friend.

Anne King

June 29, 2008

To the entire Walsh family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. With our deepest sympathy,
Anne and Ken King

Kelly Cochran LMBT

June 29, 2008

To the Walsh family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers thru this incredible time of grief and loss. I feel honored in having Steve's presence pass thru my life. We met at the Life Enhancement Center at Highlands Country Club Highlands, North Carolina in 2006. As a massage client of mine, Steve continued to touched my life as he has touched the lives of so many others with his contageous smile, infectious laughter, and open warm embrace. His light and life will be greatly missed.

Roy DeHaven

June 29, 2008

Steve Walsh's passing is a loss to so many communities where he lived and worked. He had a friendly approach to people and knew real estate in the greater Charleston area so well.

Carolyn Arnold

June 28, 2008

I remember Steve as a handsome, sweet natured young man at Hunter Huss High School in Gastonia. He had great charisma even then and was a favorite memory of my days at that school. My condolences go to all his family.

Ritva Heino/Alexandra AD

June 28, 2008

Mrs. Walsh and Family
Wishing you comfort and peace at this difficult time.

Herbert & Jo Ann Murray

June 28, 2008

Dear Mrs Walsh & Family
We was sadden to learn of the death of Steve. I worked with him for many years on apartment jobs in Charlotte, NC. He was a good man and a good friend.

(Carolina Builders, Inc. of Lancaster, SC)

Bill amd Becky Bryan

June 28, 2008

Paula,
Becky and I send our heartfelt condolences. Know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ernie Bourne

June 28, 2008

My dear Paula,

My family and I send our love and prayers at this time. Steve, you and I go back 35 years.

Warmest,

Ernie, Banks & Ben Bourne

Cathy Mobley

June 28, 2008

Dear Mrs. Walsh & family,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies on your loss. My husband & I met Steve & his friends at the ACC Basketball Tournament in Washington, DC in 2005. We looked forward to seeing them each year.
You, your family and Steve's many friends & business colleagues are in our thoughts & prayers at this most difficult time.

James Russell

June 28, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you and your Children at this time of sorrow. Steve was a man who treated us like he had know us all his life. There will aways be a special feeling for Steve, a Man who Loved His Wife and Family, His Friends and Life as he saw it. We are all lucky to have known Steve. Love to all, Jim & Judy Russell

Jerry and Bettie Grteen

June 28, 2008

Dearest Paula,
We are so very sorry. Steve's love for his fellowman took so many forms as he reached out and helped those in need. He will long be remembered in love and with gratitude. We are praying God's comfort and peace for all of you. In His love,

Bill Eubank

June 28, 2008

I knew Steve Walsh when he lived in Carlotte. He was my friend. Many times we talked about our love for God. I will remember the fun we had together. My prayers go out to his family.

Beth Garner

June 28, 2008

To Paula, Anna, Cassie, Suzanne and Stephen, my heart goes out to you as well as my thoughts and prayers. The beautiful obiturary you provided those of us who knew him, and those who didn't, revealed the true generous man that he was. With deepest sympathy.

Amanda Rushing

June 28, 2008

My condolance to this wonderful family of Steves'. I work for him in Charlotte as a manager of Cedar Creek, Cedar Point and Summit Ridge. He was a wonderful person and so generous. I remember a time when I was out of a car for a period of time and Steve brought me one of Pauls's cars. He will always be special to me. All my love to the family.

Marty Stephens-Shannonhouse

June 28, 2008

Paula dear,
My heart is broken for you and the children. Please know I am keeping you in my prayers.

Helen Jones

June 28, 2008

Paula, Anna, Suzanne, Cassie and Stephen,
My heart thoughts and prayers are with you through out this terrible time in your lives.
God Bless. Helen

Linda Parham

June 27, 2008

I never knew Mr. Walsh, but it's apparent that he left his mark in the world, as well as leaving his mark on your hearts.
My sincere coldolences for the loss of a remarkable man and my compliments on a well written obituary.

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