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Denise Mamaril lit a candle
Monday, March 20, 2023
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Yesterday, my daily Lenten meditation was on "those who bring the light of God into the world" and my husband and I were discussing how few people there are that we can point to that feel like a beacon of God's love. And then he said "but there was Steve--you were always talking about how he brought that light into the world". And I had to agree--he was the perfect exemplar of extending himself and demonstrating that divine grace we all aim for. He is so missed. I know our missing is just an infinitesimal fraction of your missing, but I wanted to share nonetheless. Sending both of you love in this year of transition.
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Angela Antonson Posted Apr 3, 2023 at 8:42 PM
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Jess Taylor lit a candle
Friday, October 7, 2022
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Marie Vrablik lit a candle
Monday, August 22, 2022
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Carolyn Biggs posted a condolence
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Angela and Emma,
This great picture of Steve remains where I see it many times a day. It reminds me. I want to be reminded.
I think of you and Emma daily. Just know that I am with you, praying God continues to grant you grace and strength in the moment. I have confidence in God’s healing power, yet I have no understanding of His timing. So I join your precious community of loved ones in continuing to hold you close.
Love,
Carolyn Biggs
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Willow Fulton lit a candle
Thursday, August 11, 2022
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Our other colleagues have done a beautiful job describing how special it was to work alongside Steve - he was delightful to be around and I an incredibly grateful that I had the opportunity to sit across the wall from him and get to know him on various projects. After we all went to work from home and our teams projects didn't intersect much I didn't see him in small settings very often, but his recent role was going to change that, and we had a brief meeting before he went on leave where we were both able to express that we were excited to work more closely again. Along with the other person in the meeting, we also took a little time to talk about some of the challenges we each had been facing in our personal lives, share encouragement, and talk about making a point to connect more often in a way that allowed "real talk". I'm so glad to have had that last chance to exchange caring words. My heart aches deeply for his family and close friends, and I hope these stories help you carry your grief with love.
Willow
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Katie Wilcox posted a condolence
Thursday, August 11, 2022
I only had the pleasure of knowing Steve since I joined Nordstrom in October 2021. He was one of the kindest, most welcoming people I have ever met. He would often stop by one of our standing meetings just to say "hi" and see how everyone was doing. I so greatly appreciated his genuine connection with others. He also was quite the surprise champion in one of our virtual baby showers where we guessed the name of the baby animal. His biology prowess wowed us all that day! I have purposed to make special efforts to stop by and say hi and make connections with my colleagues in Steve's honor. And, I continue to pray for the Antonson family - may you be comforted supernaturally during this painful time. <3
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Renee Ferrel posted a condolence
Thursday, August 11, 2022
I was lucky enough to know Steve through working with him at Nordstrom. We were not on the same team, but sat on the same floor so we frequently would have quick chats while getting coffee. I can’t tell you a better way to start your day than a quick chat with Steve. You would leave feeling happier and with a better outlook on the day. He was the bright spot in so many of my mornings. I don’t think I ever had a conversation with Steve where he didn’t talk about his family. I remember the way his face lit up anytime he talked about them especially his daughter. You didn’t have to be Steve’s best friend for him to touch your heart. He was one of those special people that you knew you were lucky to know. When I think of Steve I’m reminded of the Maya Angelou quote “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will NEVER forget how you made them feel.” Steve made everyone around him feel loved, happy and reminded them what true kindness could feel like. I’m forever grateful that I was able to know Steve and be inspired by his kindness and excitement for life.
Sending my deepest condolences to the Antonson family. I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Erika Skeen lit a candle
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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Steve was my coworker and friend. I have been struggling to process his sudden loss, and my heart goes out to his family and all of his many friends in this time of grief. Steve is without a doubt, the most courageously kind person I've ever had the great fortune to meet. Not just to me but to everyone he interacted with, Steve always offered help and encouragement when it was needed most. My last conversation with him was him cheering me on when I had to present in front of a large group. Whenever we connected for coffee chats his gentle authenticity and positive outlook would always inspire me and lift me up no matter what kind of day I was having. Always Steve was thinking about others first. I hope I was half as good a friend to Steve as he was to me. I promise I will let his memory inspire me to always lead with kindness, just like he did. Steve- I miss you, my friend. May your light shine on forever in our hearts.
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Leslie Soule lit a candle
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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Steve is one of the reasons I am in GRC. He was part of my interview loop and was a champion for me even though we didn’t know each other back then. He was a caring, kind, wonderful person and I feel honored to have been on his team for a time and had the privilege to call him a friend. I can’t remember Steve ever saying no to a request no matter how big or small. He was always there.
I too was an early bird so also, as many have mentioned, was able to have long conversations with Steve. For us we talked a lot about caring for our parents. Steve always remembered to ask how my mom was doing and I know he was pleased his parents moved close to him a few years ago. We continued to connect regularly in early morning touch base meetings even in our new remote environment. I have not been able to take that recurring meeting off my calendar, not sure I ever will.
I learned from Steve, I found a friend in Steve and will miss him very much. Sending love to Steve’s family and continuing to hold them in my prayers.
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Michael posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Steve and I worked together at Sunrise Identity. We were close colleagues and closer friends. Steve was there everyday with his big smile, supportive attitude, immense intelligence and excellent sense of humor when I was having personal struggles with alcohol addiction. He even lent me his DVD collections so that I would have something to do in my down-time to help me through the initial part of my sobriety journey. This is the type of man that he was.
With his help, I made it through. Our paths remained in alignment for a bit as we both progressed in our lives. Through our marriages and the births of our children, we remained as close as a couple of dudes could. As often happens, our lives then took us different directions and contact with each other lessened over time. However, I have no doubt in my mind that if we ever came across each other again that everything would be the same as it ever was. He is a good friend and a "solid dude" as someone else mentioned below.
My heart aches at his passing. My heart aches for Angela and Emma. I take solace in the knowing that Steve did his job right while he was with us; both professionally and personally and that he was needed elsewhere where all the graduates of this school get together and root for us as we try to do the same.
Sending our eternal love to the Antonson family...
Michael, Gail & Finley Schmidt.
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Forrest Johnson lit a candle
Monday, August 8, 2022
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When I started working at Nordstrom 7 years ago - Steve was one of the first people I immediately connected with. We shared the same (perhaps questionable) sense of humor, loved to talk about how things work, and had a passion for helping people through Security. I remember Steve and Michael Estes would come in to work early (I think 6 or 7am) to beat traffic and to catch up before things going busy. It was truly the highlight of my morning to talk about life and work before we all got too busy. Often the three of us would lunch together, and Steve would talk about Med school, 90's music, his daughter Emma, son Michael, video-games, cats, and anything else.
I asked Steve to mentor me on Nordstrom culture and how the place works, and he really helped me figure out Nordstrom and my place. Later, I helped mentor Steve in engineering, and I loved watching his brain tackle all the problems... he was one of the brightest people I ever knew. Steve and I studied for our CISSP certification together, and stayed connected despite different teams for a bit.
I was delighted to hear that Steve was talking on our management of our Security Standards program, and over the last several months we spent hours each week catching up on life, and developing a strategy to make the program better. Over the last few weeks I find myself revisiting those emails, conversations and plans to connect with the fond memories I have of my friend Steve, and to bring his plans to fruition.
Steve's laughter was contagious, his intelligence and wit made me feel seen and important, his priority was always family first, and he brought joy to so many people. My life is better for knowing Steve - and I can only hope that when it's my time, I only hope that I will have made as much of an impact as he did.
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Collin Ikeda posted a condolence
Monday, August 8, 2022
Steve was one of the first people to welcome me to the team when I joined back in April 2022, and he quickly became a mentor to me. He was always available for a question (no matter how simple or silly it seemed), he always approached problems with an open mind and with a huge dose of positivity, and his smile absolutely lit up the room!
I will never forget the time we had a 30 minute meeting booked to walk through some security findings questions and reporting, and we wrapped that up in about 15 minutes. And then we proceeded to spend the next 90 minutes getting to know each other, talking about life, how we were raised, how we both pursued the medical field, a shared love of Star Wars, and how important family is to our identity. One of the last things Steve said to me was "you're a solid dude" - which I consider some of the highest praise I've ever received in my entire life.
Sending all my prayers, love, support, and peace to the Antonson family.
Thank you Steve for everything that you blessed the world with; rest easy my friend.
-Collin Ikeda
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Deb Lyon posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, August 8, 2022
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I didn't directly work with Steve on a regular basis, but back when we were in the office I saw him every morning in the coffee room since we were both early birds. He always had a smile on his face and a cheery "Good morning!" He had a great attitude about starting the day - even when the Seattle weather was dismal. I wish I was able to attend his funeral Mass - Holy Rosary is a very special church. I pray for peace and comfort for Steve's family.
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Kelly Hunter posted a condolence
Sunday, August 7, 2022
I remember Steve as a especially kind and very generous person, always upbeat and humorous. I was lucky enough to sit near him shortly after I started at Nordstrom and I remember his smile and willingness to help with anything made me feel truly welcome. His love of family was inspiring and he was always sharing a new photo or story about his family and especially Emma. He was one very proud papa! He will be greatly missed.
Wishing peace to the Antonson family during this difficult time.
-Kelly
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Seth F posted a condolence
Friday, August 5, 2022
There are two things that stand out in my memories of Steve. First was his excitement and positive attitude, which was a great reminder that even long-winded security meetings can be fun. But most of all, I remember his effusive joy whenever he talked about his family, particularly his daughter. It was a rare day when he didn't have a new picture to share or story to tell, and his face lit up every time.
I'll miss him, too.
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deb posted a condolence
Friday, August 5, 2022
Remembering Steve "stretching" himself to MC the ISS All-Hands meeting, during which he did an awesome job. Steve had such a kind and tender spirit. May your memories be a comfort.
--Deb
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Justin Dinh posted a condolence
Friday, August 5, 2022
As one of the two early bird arrivals to the office, Steve and I would frequently chat about work, life, and family. We would most often chat about our families and the joys of being a father. Steve was so caring and would always ask how my family was doing, specifically my two girls. I always appreciated this. When Steve spoke about Emma, you can see and hear the pure joy he had being her father. I admired this so much about him. I will cherish these moments forever.
Ill miss you Steve!
Sending all the love and prayers to the Antonson Family.
-Justin Dinh
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Friday, August 5, 2022
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