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I am writing to let everyone know that Steve passed away today. I just got off the phone with Lorraine and I will have the funeral arrangements by tomorrow morning and I will post them. We hope that some of you will be able to attend. Also, Lorraine has received one pumpkin and would like to know if anyone has at least two more that they could give, as she would like to make an arrangement out of them for Steve.

Kim

7/30/2011 8:57:28 PM

Somers, CT

I am very sorry. Steve was a great person. May he rest in peace.

7/30/2011 9:02:21 PM

So. Maine

Condolences to the Jepsen family from the Berard's .

7/30/2011 9:06:41 PM

South Bloomfield, Ohio

My condolences to the Jepsen family. Steve will never be forgotten and his journey to heaven will be a speedy one. God bless you all Lorraine.

7/30/2011 9:06:47 PM

Farmville, Virginia ([email protected])

So sorry to hear this. My prayers are with the Jepsen family. May God comfort you in your time of need. Steve has generously given me (as well as many others) valuable advise over the years. Rest in peace Steve!

7/30/2011 9:10:47 PM

Washington State

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Steve's family and friends at this time.

7/30/2011 9:13:33 PM

Kentucky, U.S.A.

May God's grace is sufficent in these very hard times. Steve's race has been run and having never met him, he has left a legacy across this country, Hats Off to Mr. Steve Jepsen!

7/30/2011 9:15:00 PM

Our condolences to Lorraine & the rest of the Jepsen family! God bless you all! Steve was a great member of our group!! Gone in the flesh, but never forgotten!!!

7/30/2011 9:15:17 PM

Litchfield N. H. 03052

Condolences to the Jepsen Family. Steve has left a lasting place in the harts of pumpkin growers .

7/30/2011 9:22:29 PM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

A sad day for all of us that knew Steve. I sure hope that his wife, son and family know how well respected and admired that Steve is. Rest in Peace my friend.

Glenn Dixon and Family.

7/30/2011 9:30:13 PM

milford, CT,

Condolences from the Lombardi Family...Steve will be sorely missed by many of us..many good times at weigh-offs, patch tours..etc..Mark

7/30/2011 9:31:42 PM

Nikiski, Alaska 99635

Condolences Lorraine and Family. Steves' spirit will live on.....this season and every season.

7/30/2011 9:40:50 PM

canal winchester ohio

I am sorry to hear that. Steve was a good man who always had time for my questions no matter how silly they seemed.
My condolences to the family.

7/30/2011 9:48:00 PM

anytown U.S,A,

Sorry to hear my prayers go out to Steve and his family

7/30/2011 9:56:02 PM

Connecticut, USA

My condolences to Lorraine and her son. Steve will be missed by all of us here.

7/30/2011 9:57:05 PM

Mastic Beach, New York

Condolences to the Jepsen Family

7/30/2011 9:58:54 PM

ordinary,VA

my heart breaks for Lorraine & Steven and the Jepsen family and friends..Steve touched so many people with his kindness....may you rest in peace my friend..........

7/30/2011 10:05:44 PM

Griffith, In

Our condolences to Steve's family,,,He was always there for everyone,,,He will be greatly missed by the giant pumpkin growing community!!!

The Barenie Family

7/30/2011 10:19:44 PM

Somerset,Ky

Condolences to the Jepsen Familythey will be in my prayers

7/30/2011 10:31:55 PM

Picton,ON ([email protected])

Condolences to Lorrain, Steven and family. Rest in peace Steve...you will be missed.

John Vincent and Family

7/30/2011 10:50:35 PM

Circleville ,OH.

Steve was one man that touched and helped just about every person on BP. He was always there to help anyone with their pumpkin problems or needs. He will truly be missed on this site.

Thank you and god bless you Steve you will be missed. Prayers go out to Jepsen family in this time of need from the Crosby's.

7/30/2011 11:08:15 PM

San Diego, Ca.

It is a very sad day. My condolences to Lorraine and Steven. Steve was a great person who was a friend to all who visited this site. He will be greatly missed for his spirited debates and immense knowledge he possesed and freely shared with all.
No Doubt Steve is tending the Lord's garden now.
My prayer for you Lorraine and Steven is that the Lord will bring comfort and healing to your broken hearts.

7/30/2011 11:27:03 PM

South East

Rest in peace Steve,

Tina & Frank

7/30/2011 11:36:30 PM

Midwest

I'm very sorry to hear and my heart and prayers go to the Jepsen Family.

7/30/2011 11:49:38 PM

Newfoundland,pa

Sorry to hear the sad news,may our hearts and prayers go out to Steve's family--Scott,Jen,and Shannon

7/31/2011 12:16:49 AM

Prestonsburg,ky

Very sad news, Our deepest condolences to Larraine and the Jepsen family

7/31/2011 12:43:32 AM

Massillon, Ohio

Steve was one in a million. He will be remembered often and missed greatly. Prayers to the whole family.

7/31/2011 12:44:18 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

JD...said it well!!! Steve's spirit will live inside awl of us! Keep the faith! Peace & Grace, Wayne

7/31/2011 12:50:36 AM

Niagara Falls,NY

Thoughts and prayers for the Jepsen family,very sorry for your loss. Don and Hope

7/31/2011 1:14:28 AM

Kalamazoo, MI ([email protected])

Steve will be missed terribly by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. ~Jesse and Kelly

7/31/2011 1:33:07 AM

Sancoins / Cher / FRANCE

Condolences to the Jepsen family, jean louis

7/31/2011 2:06:09 AM

Leerdam, The Netherlands

Condolences to the Jepsen family

7/31/2011 2:26:25 AM

France

Very sad news, Condolences to the Jepsen family.

7/31/2011 5:24:34 AM

South Hero, VT

I am so sorry to hear of Steve's death. I wish you all the best and hope you take care of yourselves.

Steve Minor, South Hero, VT

7/31/2011 6:58:43 AM

Paradise Mountain, New York

Condolences to Lorraine & Steven and the Jepsen family and friends..Steve touched so many people with his kindness..Rest in peace Steve!

7/31/2011 7:01:28 AM

Bethlehem CT

Steve was a great horticultural mind. He will be missed greatly. My condolences to the family.

7/31/2011 7:09:59 AM

Bethlehem CT

I don't have any ripe field pumpkins but I do have a couple lumina( White pumkins) and cinderella if that would help with the arrangement please contact me. [email protected]

7/31/2011 7:12:56 AM

Germany

My condolences to the Jepsen family. I´m sure Steve earns now all the help , advice and kindness he gave out to other people. Rest in peace !

7/31/2011 7:17:20 AM

Jericho Vermont

Very sad news. Steve was a great man who helped me out more than a few time with his words of wisdom. He will be greatly missed.

7/31/2011 7:26:42 AM

Bristol, ME ([email protected])

Condolences to the Jepsen Family

7/31/2011 7:36:43 AM

Dummer Twp - Ontario

Our thoughts and condolences from all of the members of the GVGO and my family go out to the Jepson family. It's a tremendous loss to loose such a great family man.

Kirk, Jen & Jacob Chenier

7/31/2011 7:44:56 AM

Williamsburg,KY

May God's Grace Shine On The Jepsen Family.

7/31/2011 7:47:11 AM

Ontario

My condolences to Lorraine and Steven and the rest of the Jepsen family. Bryan

7/31/2011 8:13:56 AM

Indiana

Very Sorry to hear this news, and my sincerest condolences to the entire Jepsen family.

Steve my friend, you are finally free from this awful disease. Until I see you again.

7/31/2011 9:04:54 AM

Joliet, IL

my condolences to the Jespen family.....Steve was a great man who will never be forgotten by the pumpkin growing community.

7/31/2011 9:10:25 AM

Littleton, Colo

Steve will be greatly missed ! He's still here.....he'll never leave our thoughts....My prayers go to Lorraine and her son.......Jim Grande

7/31/2011 10:08:24 AM

Commack, NY

condolences from the Armstrong family. i will always remember steve's generosity, not just with his knowledge, but with his time as well. He will be missed.

7/31/2011 10:29:32 AM

Glosta

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Jepsen family.

The Langley family

7/31/2011 10:59:45 AM

rest in peace steve

7/31/2011 11:30:15 AM

Taber, Alberta

Our prayers go out to the Jespen family.
Alan and Andrea Makarchuk

7/31/2011 11:30:50 AM

Crossett Arkansas

Our prayers are with the Jepsen family. Mike and Tammy Cooper

7/31/2011 12:47:30 PM

Belgium Europe

My sincerest condolences to the Jepsen family.
Jos Ghaye

7/31/2011 12:47:42 PM

Rapid City, SD

thoughts and prayers for the jespen's

7/31/2011 12:49:03 PM

Minnesota([email protected])

My condolences to the Jepsen family.

Doug Wallace

7/31/2011 1:34:20 PM

Alaska

May Steve rest in peace and may he find peace in the life ever after. Condolences to the Jepsen family.

7/31/2011 1:37:14 PM

Simi valley, ca

Take care my friend !

7/31/2011 1:49:29 PM

Hot West Tennessee

Condolences to the Jepsen Family

7/31/2011 2:05:18 PM

Bristol R.I. USA

My deep condolences to the Jepsen family. He was a good man who gave a lot to the hobby. His posts pertaining to chemical applications as well as anti fungal applications are still used in our patch. His knowledge on the subject certainly set my mind at ease more then once. Rest in peace brother.

7/31/2011 2:19:34 PM

Minnesota

Condolences to the Jepson family.

7/31/2011 2:25:18 PM

Connecticut

i am so sorry steve was a great guy.i will miss him at the farifield weighoff.god bless

7/31/2011 3:31:40 PM

Leicester, NY

I feel so blessed to have crossed paths with Steve here in the pumpkin world. You’re right Christy; he certainly was one in a million. I don’t believe I’ve ever met anyone like him, with such unique abilities and so willing to share them. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Jepsen family. Joe Pukos and family

7/31/2011 3:34:29 PM

Farmington, Utah

Rest in peace

7/31/2011 3:36:44 PM

Vancouver Washington

Thanks Steve... you offered something special to the world. Your work was well done here. I will miss your posts. Travel with peace.

My thoughts go out to the Jepsen family. I know you will carry each other through this. Your posts have been remarkable. They have been filled with pride and determination. Thank you for sharing your struggle - it affirms life in a very genuine way.

7/31/2011 3:37:28 PM

Monrovia, CA

My heart goes out to the Jepsen family. Steve was so much to so many people. I will miss his helpful presence here in the greatest way.

7/31/2011 4:23:04 PM

Little-TON - Colorado

Our deepest condolences to Larraine and the Jepsen family
Gary and Celeste Grande

7/31/2011 4:24:58 PM

Upa Creek, MO

Thoughts to all that knew him. Rest in peace.

7/31/2011 4:32:12 PM

Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

We are very sorry for your loss.....the Leonzi family.

7/31/2011 4:37:42 PM

Dorval,Quebec

I am sorry for the loss of Steve.His email with advice was much appreciated.

7/31/2011 5:18:56 PM

Frankfort Ohio

very sorry for the loss Steve help a lot of growers and will sure be missed

7/31/2011 5:44:28 PM

White Plains, NY

I and my wife are Proud to say Steve was our friend and we will miss him dealy.
Lorraine and Steven our sincere thoughts are with you!
Jim and Jo Ann

7/31/2011 5:46:32 PM

Sparta, NC

My condolences to the Jepson family

7/31/2011 6:34:21 PM

Parker, Co

Condolences to the Jepson Family. We remember meeting Steve, Lorraine at Niagara. Steve will be missed on BP.
The Glasiers

7/31/2011 6:55:25 PM

Roselle, IL [email protected]

We lost a true heavy weight in the giant pumpkin community and a tremendous man that helped all..My condolences

7/31/2011 7:05:34 PM

Ri

Steve you will be missed. Peter

7/31/2011 8:17:44 PM

Northern Cambria, Pa.

Steve helped so many for so long and it was just a pleasure to talk with him. May he rest in peace.
Larry & Gerry

7/31/2011 9:15:20 PM

My thoughts are with the Jepsen family. Steve was a great asset to the giant pumpkin community and was always willing to help out.
Brigitte

7/31/2011 9:32:33 PM

churchville, ny

I was so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I lost an aunt to MS and thought of Steve often. He will sorely be missed and this site will never be the same - I was always glued to the "Tremor" response to questions due to his tremendous knowledge. My condolences to the family.

Tom

7/31/2011 9:58:02 PM

beezr mountain CO

Our thoughts and prayers to the Jepsen family

7/31/2011 10:54:07 PM

valparaiso, in

My condolences to the family.

7/31/2011 11:31:45 PM

South Dakota

Rest in peace!!! My prayers go out to Steve and his family!

7/31/2011 11:47:38 PM

Las Cruces NM

Wow, I had a few emails last year -- smart guy! My deepest sympathy and condolences!

7/31/2011 11:51:28 PM

Puyallup, WA

We just lost one of the "great ones" in the World of the Giant Pumpkin. What a sad day!

8/1/2011 12:54:04 AM

Netherlands

Condolences to the Jepsen family.

8/1/2011 3:23:44 AM

Ohio

Condolences to all the Jepsen family. Steve will be missed alot.

8/1/2011 5:24:35 AM

Rhode Island

ron and i have known steve and his family for many years.
steve was always talking about his family and how proud he was of his sons accomplishments in scouting as well as in the class room.
we lost a very good friend . we will miss you steve. god bless
pap and ron wallace

8/1/2011 5:47:25 AM

Team Munson

I have had the privilage getting to know Steve & will miss him greatly. Much of what we have today in this community can be directly linked to Steve's involvement his contributions & generosity knew no bounds.

We hope Steve can have peace now & wish Lorraine & Stephen the strength to push forward we will be praying for you.

Dave & Carol

8/1/2011 8:20:43 AM

Mulino, Oregon

God's speed Steve, you are in a better place. Our condolences go out to Lorraine and Stephen. We are truely blessed to have known Steve. He will be missed.

Jim & Lori Sherwood

8/1/2011 11:45:11 AM

Garden State Pumpkins

Rest in peace ...Our condolences to all the family and friends of this great man.

Chuck, Barb and Alex Radcliffe

8/1/2011 12:27:10 PM

Massillon, Ohio

These posts are such a glorious tribute to a wonderful man.
May we all find inspiration in having crossed paths with him in some way.

8/1/2011 4:24:21 PM

Westford, MA

Condolences and prayers going out to the Jepsen family.

8/2/2011 10:37:09 AM

Goffstown,nh

Steve had a tremendous passion for the giant pumpkin hobby we all share. He will be missed, God bless his entire family. Jim Beauchemin

8/2/2011 11:10:20 AM

Port Elgin, Ontario, Canada

On behalf of the entire Port Elgin Pumpkinfest team, I'd like to say we are truly saddened by this news, but are glad to hear he rests in a better place now. Steve helped with the Niagara seminar for many years in his GPC role and I feel priviledged to have met and known the man, his wife and his son. Our prayers are with you, Lorraine and Stephen, during this sad time.

8/2/2011 11:13:45 AM

Okla

May God bless the Jepsen Family. I pray that he takes you in his Hands and helps you through this time of pain. Steve is already very much missed and will be for a very long time. He was without doubt the most helpful person I have had the privilege of knowing.

8/2/2011 6:07:03 PM

Portland, Or.

So sorry to hear this sad news.

Rest in peace Steve. I'll pray for stregth for the Jepson Family so they may get through this difficult time.

8/2/2011 6:31:23 PM

ipswich, ma usa

God's speed Steve! I'll miss our political chats. Our condolences go out to Lorraine and Stephen.

John, Carissa and Breanne

8/3/2011 9:33:07 AM

Germany (Bavaria)

Very sad news! Sending my condolences to the Jepsen family!
Raimund

8/3/2011 4:35:03 PM

Ireland

My Condolences to the Jepsen family
Micheal

8/4/2011 6:42:32 AM

Waquoit Mass

steve was a good guy. he took a trip to niagra with the RI crew and was on the phone most of the trip. finally i said to him steve put that dam phone off and have a beer , and he did. he had a great time that trip.

8/4/2011 5:24:42 PM

Thunderbay,Ontario

My Condolences to the Jepsen family rest in peace pumpkin Guru.

8/4/2011 7:33:35 PM

Massachusettts

Lorraine and Stephen, I send my condolences. Steve, thanks for all of your help through the years. God Bless you.

Craig

8/5/2011 11:38:48 AM

Redmond, Washington; U.S.A.

Very sorry to hear. My prayers go out to the Jepsen's. I didn't know Steve personally, but I saw his advise help many growers many times on this site and his knowledge was truly respected by his peers.

8/5/2011 4:53:16 PM

Woburn, MA.

I am sorry for your loss. Steve will truly be missed.

8/7/2011 12:54:11 AM

Grants Pass, Oregon

I am very sorry for your loss, your in my prayers.

8/7/2011 11:50:52 PM