So very sorry to hear of Stephen!! Breaks our hearts! A parent shouldn't have to bear the loss of their child. Your family was one of the first I got to know in Bristol, and there are fond memories. Jeff and Becky Ginther (MD)

Sending my prayers and condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. May God comfort you all with peace and love.

Steve was one of my best friends from childhood and early teenage years.   He was an awesome guy.   I am truly sorry for your loss.   May GOD Bless all his friends and family in this sad time.  I will keep you all in my prayers.  

-Dallas V. Mullins II

Steve was so dear to me from Kindergarten until he left in Jr. High. Please know, you raised a son with a smile and laughter for anyone who needed it, and always made others feel so special. Finding him in Charlotte was such an unexpected blessing and still makes me happy. I will miss him, we will all miss him, but what a glorious blessing he was. He's healed now, whole and happy again. You will both remain in my prayers for comfort and healing.

Patti sorry for your loss   J W. Bluff city tn

I am so sorry to hear about Steve.  He was my first love in school!  I remember the first time I met him.  I was walking to school and he came out and told me that school was closed because the heat was out. From then on I was smitten. It broke my heart when he moved to Charlotte.  He was a  sweet guy that will always have a special place in my heart. Will be praying for you all during this terrible time. God Bless! Jennifer Absher Patterson

May God bless, encourage, and strengthen you, following the loss of your son.

Patti, it was with sincere regret that I learned of the loss of your son, which saddens me greatly.   

Consequently, I extend my deepest sympathies and prayers of comfort on your family's behalf. 

I pray that warm memories of him, Christ, and the support of family and friends will make your grief a little easier to bear.

There are no words we  could say... or anything we could do... to ease the feelings of the loss of your Stephen. We can not even start to imagine what you are going through. Just know we are thinking of you and asking God to give your  hearts the strength and peace you need at this time. 
Lovingly yours, 
Pamela and Steven James

Patti and Butch, 

I am so sorry to hear about Steve.  May your happy memories, and the love of friends and family, support you in the days to come.  Love and hugs to you both.

I'll always remember Steve wearing his Datsun B210 (Blue Max) around town when we were in high school. He was the one band member who could clear the football team out of the way when it was time for the band to take the field. God speed Steve!

Patti and Clarence; I am so sorry for your loss.  You are in my thoughts and prayers. Barbara (Ford) Hinkle

Steve has been like a son since 1980. We will miss his smile genuine company. 
Our sympathy and prayers are with Patty and Clarence 
The Gardner family

Clarence & Patti, so sorry for your loss.  Our hearts go out to you.  We will continue to keep you in our prayers.  We didn't know him very much after he grew up, but he always seemed to be a nice, sweet, boy.  May God give you peace and comfort now and in the days ahead.
Paul & Nancy Young

So sorry for your lose it is hard to.lose s child .may God be with you and your family prayers for you all.

Sorry to hear about Steve. I read about it on Facebook. I graduated from High School with him. What I remember about him is that he always had a smile on his face. He was a very nice person. Praying for your family.

I'm deeply sorry for your loss.  He will be greatly missed. I fondly recall our time as playmates and I take solace in the fact that we will see him again. I pray the Lord bring you peace in this time of sorrow.

sorry for your loss. let us know if you need anything.                                                                                                                                                     John @ Brends Marion

Butch and Patti, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't be there but I'll be thinking of you. May God wrap His arms around you, comfort you and give you peace.

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Stephen Michael Darnell

February 19, 1967 – August 7, 2015

McEwen Funeral Service-Pineville Chapel

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