Steven Mao Obituary

I'm Libby Compton's mom, and like her, remember Stevie as the happiest child I ever saw. He made everyone who met him smile and laugh out loud. We all watched him instead of the softball and soccer games. I am so sorry for your family and you will all be in my thoughts.

Dear Karen and Mr. and Mrs. Mao,
Your family is very much in my thoughts and prayers right now. I will always remember Stevie as an adorable little toddler attending every sports game we ever played. He was always the center of attention with his sweet smile. I wish you peace and healing.
Love,
Libby

Steven,
I'm gonna miss you so much. Everyone will miss you. People at camp next year will be like "Where's Steven?" and it just won't be the same without you and your humor.
Your friend,
Bryce

To the Mao family,
Steven was a very good friend of mine. I am extremely sorry for your loss and hope that we can think back and remember Steven with smiles and laughter.

Steven~
I will miss you so much.
Camp would not have been fun without you.
I will never forget all the great times we had at TIP. All the jokes, breakfasts, dances, evening activities, and dinners.
You were a great guy.
I hope you know that you will always be loved. You were such a great friend.
You were undoubtedly one of the sweetest, smartest, most understanding people I have ever met.
I will never forget you.

My thoughts and heart are with you during this troubled time. Steven was a great person and a greater friend.

steven
i will really miss you at camp
i would not have had fun if it werent for you
you are truly a great guy
i will never forget all the fun times, great jokes, loud breakfasts, or going to church with you
i hope you have found peace and just know that everyone from camp misses you like crazy
your a great friend and always will be
you brought joy into everyones life you were in
i will never forget you and just know that you are missed
Love,
Meghan from TIP

Dear Mao family,
You probably do not know me, but I knew Steven. We were fellow students during the most recent summer at TIP at the Davidson campus. I am very sorry for your loss, for although I did not know Steven for more than three weeks, he left a great impression on my life. We shared many memorable times together, and I will never forget this great young man.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mao Family
My deepest sympathy on your loss--No words can replace your borken hearts--Just remember how great Steven was and what he gave everyone that crossed his path--God has a job for his chosen one

Dear Mao family (Karen especially),

I am very sorry for you loss. I cannot conceive what it would be like to lose a child, but I know that I would be devastated if my little brother Edward died. Karen, we went to Buist together, and I'm thinking about you and your whole family.

God bless,

I feel your pain. Since I have a son (KIP) I know what I would feel if I lost him. No family should have to go though that.

Call us if we can help you in any way.

I am so incredibly sorry. I hope you can find comfort and peace during this time.

Dear Mao Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to Buist Academy with him, and we went on the trip to Canada together. He was a kind, caring individual with a wonderful sense of humor. I know many will miss him. I will keep you in my prayers.
With Condolences,
Morgan Roach

Family and Friends of Steven Mao,

My heart truly goes out to you at this time. I was at Stuhrs tonight at a different wake, (but, I could feel so much pain pass me in the halls) It is always tragic when a young life is gone, but for some reason Steven is reaching out and touching MANY PEOPLE'S hearts. Even ones he didn't know and that has to say everything about the person he was. His memory will LIVE ON FOREVER. May God BLESS ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME !!!!!!

Ivy and family,
Your unconditional love for Steven has been truly inspiring to witness. I cannot fathom your greif, but know that the Lord will bring you through it and soothe your ache in time. Take comfort in knowing you have your own special angel smiling down on your family forever. May peace replace your sorrow and loving memories bring you comfort. Love you!! Shannon

Dear Ivy, Karen and Kong,
We don’t always understand the Lord’s timing, but our God is a merciful God. I know that the Lord will give each of you, the peace that passes all understanding. Steven will always be in your hearts and memories. He touched many lives in a positive way. You will always remember and be proud of his accomplishments.
With deepest sympathy and warm regards.
Love, Anna

Dear Mao Family:
I was so sad to hear of your loss. My son, Daniel Martin,III transferred from Buist in the 7th grade. But, we all remember Steven. He was a kind and gentle person.

This tragic event teaches us to value our time on this earth and the people to touch our lives.

I pray that you will focus on the good times with Steven and remember that he was loved. His memory will always be treasured.

Kong, Ivy, & Karen... I am so sorry to hear of Stevens' passing.
I do know GOD is in control, and his timing is not always our timing. May GOD wrap in everlasting loving arms around you at this time, and give you the comfort and peace. GOD always knows best from the time we are born, until he calls us home. You will be reunited one day, that IS GODS' PROMISE. Just whisper Stevens' name in your heart and he will always be there..
Love & Prayers,
Paula Halajcsik

To The Family of Steve,
I Just Wanted Leave My Condolences And Say That I Am Very Sorry For The Lost of A Wonderful Young Man. He Was Very Special Person That Always Kept Me Smiling. He Was A Nice Young Man. I Am Disappointed That He Had To Leave So Soon. I Know That His Spirit Is In The Right Place And I Pray That We Will See Each Other Again Someday. Everything Happends For A Reason And I Am Pretty Sure There Is A Good Reason For This.

Steven This Is Merrill I Just Wanted To Let You Know That You Will Always Be Missed By Me. You Were A Really Good Friend And A Very Funny Person. I Know That Your Spirit Is In A Great Place. I Am Mad That You Had To Leave Early But Everything Happens For A Reason. Stay Cool Even When We Meet Again.

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Steven was a good friend and a great person. He has left a lasting impression on me and we will keep the Mao family in our prayers.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mao
My condolences to you and your family. Steven was one of my closest friends. And I wil truly miss him. God Bless You

To Steven's Family,

You don't know me, but my 6th grade daughter attends Buist, so I often saw your wonderful son there.

I was always so impressed by his kindness. I would watch him play with the ABC League, and note how gentle he was with the younger children.

I don't need to tell you that he was also a brilliant young man -- I remember becoming aware of that at the "End of the Year Awards" this past June. I also recognized his humility.

I know your hearts are shattered, right now. Just from this distance, I find myself weeping -- both for the world's loss, with Steven's death; and for the unfathomable grief and shock you are experiencing right now.

Please know that many, many hearts reach out to you, in pain and in prayer -- mine included. You are not alone. We all care so very deeply.

In his 14 years, Steven accomplished a great deal. He has left the world a better place, because he was here.

With love,

Kathy Donovan
(Lily Sherpamo's mother)

Karen and Mao Family,
I briefly met Steven and immediately recognized him as a truly wonderful soul. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Dear Ivy and Family,
My condolences to you and your family on your loss. May God watch over you in your time of need.

TO IVY & FAMILY: I PRAY THAT GOD COMFORT YOU & YOUR LOVED ONES AT THIS TIME, THAT HE SEND HIS ANGELS TO KEEP YOU ALL IN PEACE.

Dear Ivy & Family,

I can not imagine your greif and sorrow. I am praying that God will wrap his arms around you and your family and help relieve some of your pain. My Deepest Sympathy, Catherine Limehouse

Karen and Family,
Our God is the God of all comfort. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for your family.

To the Mao Family,

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Ivy and family--
Dowell and his entire family are so sorry for your loss and we are grieving deeply with you. Steven was a gentle, brilliant, fun-loving, and caring soul with so much promise. We are all very blessed to have had Steven in our lives and there will always be something missing without him. We will carry him in our hearts and think of him every day as we know you will, too. You are in our thoughts. Love Tasha

To Ivy Mao and Family..
There are more than twenty angels in this world.
Nine are peacefully sleeping on clouds.
Nine are playing.
one is reading her/his emails at this moment.
And one was called by God on 10/10.. : )..Please stay strong Steven is in a better place..
deepest concerns,

Karen and family,
My heart breaks for you and your family. Stevie was a precious soul and you were such a big part of that with your unconditional love for him. We will be praying for all of you. We love you always, Jane and Ed Griffin

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Karen and Mao Family,
It is with my most heartfelt sympathy that I reach out to you in your time of need. Rumbles from the after-shock of Steven's death has reached as far as Louisville, KY. Love is an amazing thing.

To the Mao Family,

We, as a "Buist" family offer our prayers for your family at this time of great sadness. Sincerely, Juliann Giberson's Grandparents

To Ivy and the Mao family, I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. My
heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Trust in God in your time of sorrow and he will give you guidance.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Father God, Thank You for always being there no matter what we face.We know You will never fail us, even in our most intense trials. we have not always understood why we were going through certain things; however, we do not have to understand, because You are God and You are in control, in spite of our lack of understanding.we know that all You require of us is to trust You, and look to You in faith and You will come and save, and bring us an answer. You always have, and You always will, because you are faithful. You never fail any of us who look to You. we have failed You, Lord, by our doubts and unbelief at times, but You have never failed us. Lord, please remove all the sorrow and grief we feel. Heal this pain we feel in our hearts and help us to trust You more. Fill this empty place in our hearts with more of Your Spirit. I ask this in the name of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen

To the Mao Family, I was shocked to see this mornings paper. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. May God comfort and keep you at this difficult time. Tammy at Dr. Morrows office.

Karen,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers, and if there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call. Dee Dee

Our hearts and Prayers go out to you
and your family.

To Mrs. Ivy and family, may the Lord comfort you and may the response of family and friends be a testimony of Steven as a much loved disciple and to the Lord as to why we choose to follow our beloved Jesus.

With Deepest Sympathy

Ivy, you have my condolences during your time of loss. My heart goes out to you and your family, in this time of bereavement. You are truely in my prayers. With deepest sympathy.

Ivy, I was deeply sorry to hear about your loss. I wish I knew of more words to say. My thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
Best Wishes

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

To the Mao Family,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, Steven.

Ivey, We can not remotely begin to express or sorrow over the loss of Stephen. Our heart felt condolences to your family can only solemly be expressed. He has left lasting contributions to his troop and all those who had the who had the pleasure of association with him. I know he gave you many proud moments as did me in the Scouts.
Allan, Wilma, Michael Rice