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Stephen Hurni Obituary
Stephen Joseph Hurni, Jr., 76, of Plainfield Township, PA., passed away, Thursday, November 2, 2023, at his residence. He was the husband of Melinda W. (White) Hurni, together they celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary, December 26, 2022.
Born in Sewickley, PA, June 18, 1947, he was the son of the late Stephen Joseph and Mary Anne (Klarich) Hurni, Sr. Steve was a graduate of Aliquippa High School and Clarion State College. He was the President of Diversified Insurance Services, Inc., that he purchased in 1987.
Steve was a member of the Bangor Elks since 2005, serving as a member of the audit committee and assisted with the running of the train at Bangor Park, he was a Board Member and past President of the Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce, he served as a Plainfield Township Supervisor, he was a founding member of the Slate Belt Regional Police Department Commission, he was a Board Member & Founding Member of the Slate Belt Council of Governments, and he was a founding Member and Secretary of the Green Knight Economic Development Corporation.
In addition to his wife, Melinda, he is survived by his sister in law, Vicki White Brookshire and her husband Tom, numerous cousins and extended family members.
Following Steve's wishes, all services will be private with interment to be held at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Aliquippa. The Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC, Pen Argyl is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be offered at www.ruggierofuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers and food, memorial donations may be offered in Steve's name to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, https://www.npcf.us/donate-directly/ P.O. Box 189, Box Elder, SD 57719.
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Wanda Herbster
August 29, 2024
If this was Steve Hurni with whom I used to work at CNA Insurance Company's Mortgage & Credit Dept. Back in late 60's early 70's. Fond memories. He was a wonderful, energetic, cheerful & kind young man. Sympathy to his wife, relatives & friends...all those whose life he touched.
Neil Morris
November 20, 2023
I met Steve several years ago at the PSATS conference where I was presenting. He would ask these questions with a devilish smile. We struck up a conversation after and he invited me to work with him and the Board of Supervisors at Plainfield Township. I would see him there on occasion or at the Annual Northampton County Officials dinner. He always had a smile on his face and my wife and I would always enjoy speaking with him. May he Rest in Peace !
Kay Stampone
November 12, 2023
Melinda, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Steve. Ralph always enjoyed when he stopped at the garage for their talks about politics. He can now reunite in heaven with him.
Debora DeNardo
November 12, 2023
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a friend of my dad's. They played cards together.
Louise Pelino McDonald
November 9, 2023
We lost a great 1965 Aliquippa High classmate. Steve always had a smile on his face and so enjoyed celebrating his birthday at the Elks with family friends and classmates. He was a very generous gentle, gentleman. Deepest sympathy to Melinda and family. Rest in peace dear Steve. Louise Pelino McDonsld
Toby Koehler
November 9, 2023
With deepest sympathy to family and friends in the passing of Steve. May God watch over you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Toby & Donna Koehler
John and Beverly Schimmel
November 8, 2023
Melinda and Family
We are saddened to hear of Steve´s
Passing. He was a real friend to everyone. May all your Wonderful memories help you in this time of Sorrow. Heaven has another Angel
John Hartzell
November 8, 2023
Rest in Peace Steve. I will always remember the basement poker games. You will be missed.
John
Tighe Scott
November 7, 2023
Our sincere condolences to your family,Steve did a lot for our community and will always be remembered. Sincerely,Tighe SCOTT and FAMILY
Michelle & Shannon
November 7, 2023
Words cannot express the profound impact Steve had on my life. His guidance and wisdom transformed me both professionally and personally. Steve was a true gentleman. He cared deeply for his community and the people in it. He was one in a million & I will forever cherish our time together.
Kelly Kelchner
November 7, 2023
Oh Melinda I am so so sorry for your loss. Steve was such a great guy! I've known him for a very long time, through the Concerned Citizens. He was always kind and engaging and such a genuine gentleman. I can only imagine the gathering in heaven right now! Steve, Ralph, Auntie Clara, my parents (Bill and Susan), Bill and Evelyn, Anna! May he rest in peace
John & Linda Tsagdis
November 7, 2023
Melinda, Linda and I are so sorry for Steve's passing and your loss. Steve and I were best friends for over 65 years. He was the best man at our wedding. Linda and I loved him. It is a void in our lives that will never be filled. He has found peace and for that we are grateful.
John Neetz
November 6, 2023
As a valuable friend and member of Bangor Elks Lodge #1106, Steve served on our Auditing Committee and was also an asset to running the Bangor Park train He will be deeply missed by our Lodge. Our most sincere condolences to his wife Melinda and his family.
Michael Melograna
November 6, 2023
Melinda: Again so sorry. Please accept my expression of sympathy. May he rest in peace. Melo xxxooo
Janell Connolly
November 5, 2023
You will be so missed, my friend. You made municipal government better, and were a true friend to me. I hope you´re smiling about the impact you´ve made. The Slate Belt won´t be the same without you. Sending love to your entire family, who must miss you profoundly.
Jeff Berger
November 4, 2023
Farewell my friend and thanks for all you've done for Plainfield Twp. You will be missed.
John & Maureen Hayes
November 4, 2023
Rest in Peace dear Steve. We will surely miss you. So sorry for your loss Melinda..
David Brida
November 4, 2023
You were a close friend and always a gentleman. Rest in peace until we meet again.
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