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Steven Leonard Bittner
July 21, 1954 ~ November 8, 2016 (age 62) 62 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Tom Schmit
April 10, 2023 6:42 PM
Hi my name is Tom Schmit and I was one of Steve’s roommates at Frostburg but he became a very dear friend and he blamed me a little for making accounting look good. I was a freshman moving in with three graduate students and he immediately made me feel welcome and we were very close and I think of him often. For some reason I felt compelled just now to google him and saw the obituary and I’ve been crying ever since. I remember in college often checking on his fruit flies at midnight after going out for a couple beers he taught me racketball and how to shoot a crossbow which I put an arrow in the back of his vw wagon I believe. I cherish the time with Steve and will always think of him as my surrogate father as well as friend. I am so sorry for your loss please email anytime.
Message from Brenda Bishop
August 9, 2022 4:23 PM
Dear Family of Steve,
I just learned of Steve's passing from an article in the Fred. News Post. I worked with him many years ago when the Md. Forest and Wildlife Service were joined in the 1980's. I was a Ranger stationed at Gambrill St. Park and got to spending many moments laughing with him and Ernie Davis.In fact, I attribute his wise advise about purchasing our first house to him- we are still living in that house.
Steve was truly a special and kind person and my heart aches for you.
Brenda Bishop
I just learned of Steve's passing from an article in the Fred. News Post. I worked with him many years ago when the Md. Forest and Wildlife Service were joined in the 1980's. I was a Ranger stationed at Gambrill St. Park and got to spending many moments laughing with him and Ernie Davis.In fact, I attribute his wise advise about purchasing our first house to him- we are still living in that house.
Steve was truly a special and kind person and my heart aches for you.
Brenda Bishop
Message from Jenny Short
November 17, 2016 2:54 PM
Dear Joni and loved ones of Steve,
I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Steve was an amazingly sweet kind man, whom I had not seen in many years, but always thought so fondly of him and dear Joni. I knew Steve from working with Joni many years ago for Washington County, and always remember his caring demeanor and love for nature. Joni, I hope your beautiful memories and deep faith help you through this difficult time. Blessings, Jenny Short
I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Steve was an amazingly sweet kind man, whom I had not seen in many years, but always thought so fondly of him and dear Joni. I knew Steve from working with Joni many years ago for Washington County, and always remember his caring demeanor and love for nature. Joni, I hope your beautiful memories and deep faith help you through this difficult time. Blessings, Jenny Short
Message from Jim and Gladys Fazenbaker and family
November 14, 2016 7:46 PM
Joni and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Steve passing. So many fond memories of Steve in the years working
with him. A very special person. Our prayers are with you now and in the days to come.
Jim and Gladys ,Mike and family
We are so sorry to hear of Steve passing. So many fond memories of Steve in the years working
with him. A very special person. Our prayers are with you now and in the days to come.
Jim and Gladys ,Mike and family
Message from Nancy (Smogor) Doran
November 14, 2016 12:51 PM
Dear Joni,
I was so sorry to hear of Steve's illness and passing. He honestly was one of the best biologists I have ever worked with and was a tremendous person. My heart aches for you and your family. Steve had such a wonderful sense of humor and was a lot of fun to work with. He will truly be missed by many and I can't even imagine how many lives he touched. I lost touch with Steve after I moved to Oregon, but reconnected in the last couple of weeks when I learned of his illness. I was thrilled to get an email from him the week before he passed. He sounded so positive that the recent news of losing him was a shock to me. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I know you have lots of wonderful happy memories that will help you through the difficult times. I feel privileged to have known Steve and to have had the pleasure of working with him.
I was so sorry to hear of Steve's illness and passing. He honestly was one of the best biologists I have ever worked with and was a tremendous person. My heart aches for you and your family. Steve had such a wonderful sense of humor and was a lot of fun to work with. He will truly be missed by many and I can't even imagine how many lives he touched. I lost touch with Steve after I moved to Oregon, but reconnected in the last couple of weeks when I learned of his illness. I was thrilled to get an email from him the week before he passed. He sounded so positive that the recent news of losing him was a shock to me. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I know you have lots of wonderful happy memories that will help you through the difficult times. I feel privileged to have known Steve and to have had the pleasure of working with him.
Message from Alan Davis
November 14, 2016 10:08 AM
Joni-
I just learned of Steve's passing and am deeply saddened by the loss. I have many wonderful memories of Steve and you that will always be with me. Although we have lost touch over the years, please let me know if there is ever anything I can do for you or the family.
I just learned of Steve's passing and am deeply saddened by the loss. I have many wonderful memories of Steve and you that will always be with me. Although we have lost touch over the years, please let me know if there is ever anything I can do for you or the family.
Message from Scott and Pam Johnson Family
November 13, 2016 2:23 PM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family during this difficult time.
Scott, Pam, Ashley and Ben Johnson
Scott, Pam, Ashley and Ben Johnson
Message from Callie and Scott Bartos
November 12, 2016 9:49 AM
Aunt Rose, Karen, Joni and family,
Steve will be missed so very much by so many. I was always inspired by his dedication to nature and his joyful smiles that came so easy. Although we weren't as close as some of the other cousins I was always very comfortable and happy in his presence (loved it when Joni and Steve visited Atlanta!).
Sending many hugs and wishes for happy memories to carry you through.
Love, Callie and Scott
Steve will be missed so very much by so many. I was always inspired by his dedication to nature and his joyful smiles that came so easy. Although we weren't as close as some of the other cousins I was always very comfortable and happy in his presence (loved it when Joni and Steve visited Atlanta!).
Sending many hugs and wishes for happy memories to carry you through.
Love, Callie and Scott
Message from Kathleen Riley
November 12, 2016 9:36 AM
Dear Joni, I send you hugs, and prayers for healing, and my tears. Some of those tears are from laughter. My favorite memory of Steve is from a Halloween party where he came dressed as a nerd. Trousers pulled up near his armpits, taped together glasses and a plastic pocket protector. I'm laughing now at the thought of it.
I can try to imagine your grief and yet I know that my imagining is nowhere near to what you feel. I am so sorry
I can try to imagine your grief and yet I know that my imagining is nowhere near to what you feel. I am so sorry
A candle was lit by Kathleen Riley
on November 12, 2016 9:32 AM
Message from Kathleen Riley
November 12, 2016 9:22 AM
Dear Joni, I send you my hugs, prayers for healing, and my tears. A few of those tears are from laughter. My favorite memory of a Steve is from a Halloween party. He was dressed as a nerd with pants hiked up near his armpits and taped together glasses and a plastic pocket protector. It was perfection. I'm laughing now thinking about it. I can try to imagine your grief and know that my imagining is nowhere near to your reality. I am so sorry.
Message from Andy, Leslie, Ashley & Aly
November 12, 2016 9:12 AM
Joni, words cannot express how deeply saddened we are with Steve's passing. His strength, positive thinking and love for the Lord never waivered throughout his illness. He was a remarkable man who will be greatly missed. The girls will miss their "fist bumps" every Sunday morning! We wish you peace and comfort knowing he is with his Lord.
A candle was lit by Kathleen Riley
on November 12, 2016 9:11 AM
Message from Georgia Plum
November 11, 2016 3:08 PM
So sorry to hear if Steve's passing. Peace and prayers to Joni.
A candle was lit by Pam
on November 11, 2016 2:29 PM
Message from Pam
November 11, 2016 2:27 PM
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I went to accounting classes with him and he was always a pleasure to be around. May God wrap his lvoing arms around you during this time.
A candle was lit by Tim, Brenda, Ashley & Alyssa
on November 11, 2016 1:31 PM
Message from Patty Manown Mash
November 11, 2016 8:00 AM
Joni, I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to you. You certainly have wonderful memories to cherish forever. He was a wonderful person that touched many hearts. My sincere thoughts & prayers go out to you.
Message from Mary Dahbura
November 11, 2016 7:48 AM
Dear Joni - My last Sunday at Emmanuel was on Oct. 18th. Am now in Naples FL. Little did I feel on that last Sunday as I chatted with him that it would be my last until we meet again with the Lord. I loved Steve for his love that he showed to many as he shared his love of the Lord.
Tender little memories of some word or deed
Give us strength and courage when we are in need.
"For the righteous will never be moved; he will be remembered forever." Psalm 112:6
Blessings to you as you say your earthly good bye to such a fine person!
MARY
Tender little memories of some word or deed
Give us strength and courage when we are in need.
"For the righteous will never be moved; he will be remembered forever." Psalm 112:6
Blessings to you as you say your earthly good bye to such a fine person!
MARY
Message from Michael and Tina May
November 11, 2016 7:13 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I had the pleasure of knowing Steve for 40years. His love and compassion for life was unsurpassable. Although we didn't stay in touch frequently, he was always the same person when we did see him. I was glad I was able to see and talk to him briefly a few weeks back. His love for you, life, and faith were undeniable.
Message from Clarissa
November 10, 2016 10:17 PM
I am so sorry for your loss, Joni. I consider myself very blessed to have known & worked with Steve. He was one of the most honorable, professional, yet fun loving coworkers who I have ever worked with. You always knew he had your back when things got tough & could be counted on to give you a straight answer - no fluff. No one will ever come close to filling his place on this earth. He was one-of-a-kind. Our love & prayers are being sent your way.
Message from Thomas S. Alexander, Ph.D.
November 10, 2016 6:06 PM
My Dad, who also worked for the State (DNR), always spoke very highly of Steve. Please remember that Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. (Matthew 5:4). May God Almighty hold you in His loving arms during your time of need as well as always.
Message from J.W.
November 10, 2016 4:12 PM
I'm so sorry to hear the passing of your dear father. May God continue to help endure and guard you all during this time of loss. - Pslams 121:2,3
Message from Rhonda (Martin's Food)
November 10, 2016 2:52 PM
Although I didn't know him personally, I've waited on him many times in the deli and he was always a friendly likeable man! Pray his family find peace and comfort from our Lord & Savior!
Message from Shara Alpert
November 10, 2016 11:14 AM
I an deeply saddened to learn of Dteve's passing. As an attorney for the Department of Natural Resources, I had the pleasure of working with Steve for many years. He was bright and committed manager of Maryland's wildlife resources and his contributions will be treasured. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and extend my heartfelt sympathy on this extraordinary loss.
Shara Alpert
Shara Alpert
Message from Becky and Jim Bruchey
November 10, 2016 10:14 AM
Dear Joni, we were so shocked and saddened to hear about Steve. May you find peace and comfort in God's loving arms. If there is anything at all we can do, please let us know.
Message from Pat and Jay Heefner
November 10, 2016 8:32 AM
Dear Joni
Our hearts are hurting today wit news of Steve's passing. You are in our thoughts, and Steve is home.
Our hearts are hurting today wit news of Steve's passing. You are in our thoughts, and Steve is home.
Message from Josh
November 10, 2016 8:31 AM
I had fun playing Bounce Off will Uncle Steve. I will miss him. Love you both!
Message from Paul Peditto
November 10, 2016 7:55 AM
Dear Joni and family - on behalf of the entire Wildlife and Heritage Service, we are truly heartbroken to learn of Steve's passing and are holding you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. As you well know, Steve's legacy with the Department and the resources we are charged to protect is awesome and enduring. He was a passionate and remarkable professional who should be celebrated for the work he did to make our part of the world a better place. We are all grateful for having known him and blessed for having had the opportunity to work with him. We hope you can find comfort knowing that he left an indelible mark on our team and our natural resources.
Peace,
The WHS Family
Peace,
The WHS Family
Message from Harvey Hoch
November 10, 2016 12:18 AM
Joni,
I am so sorry about Steve's passing and your loss. I trust that you are reassured that Steve's faith has provided him and you comfort.
I am so sorry about Steve's passing and your loss. I trust that you are reassured that Steve's faith has provided him and you comfort.
A candle was lit by Josh and Alex
on November 9, 2016 8:43 PM
Message from Josh
November 9, 2016 8:42 PM
I liked playing Bounce Off with Uncle Steve. I will miss him. Love you lots.
Message from Alex
November 9, 2016 8:38 PM
I had fun playing games with Uncle Steve. I will miss all the fun. Love you lots.
Message from Kelly
November 9, 2016 8:35 PM
Joni, You know how much I love you both. I will miss Steve terribly but am forever grateful of the friendship we shared! I am especially grateful for all the love Uncle Steve showed and gave to Alex and Josh.
Message from Ted Ellis
November 9, 2016 6:56 PM
So shocked and sad to read this Joni. I admired Steve on so many levels. Intelligent, professional yet always so personable. We lost touch the last several years and I never knew he was sick. Life is so fragile yet we take it so much for granted. Steve will be greatly missed. .
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