Steven E. Manthe
February 4th, 1952 – August 16th, 2008

This world is so different to me now. It is quiet, less boisterous, unfair. It has lost its magic; its light lessened. It is irreparable. 

So many things left undone…things I need to say, things I need to hear…an aisle I need you to walk me down, babies you would have loved…
Right now we struggle to put one foot in front of the other. It comes in waves…at times it’s calm and peaceful and we’re so happy that you are finally where you yearned to be.   At others, it comes crashing down, almost so heavy, we struggle to even come back up for air. It’s simply unfair.  The void you left behind is massive.  I am empty without my famously loving Big Dog. I need you here…

*We are considerably overwhelmed at the outpouring of love we have received the past few days.  So many beautiful people, beautiful words, beautiful stories.  I know his reach was far, wide, and deep and words cannot tell you all how much  your comfort and support means to us. Do the Big Dog a favor and go hug your loved ones, tell them you love them, pray for them, and hold them close. We are not guaranteed a tomorrow….*

In loving memory of Steven Earl Manthe – until we see you again….

You can read more about him here.