Steve, Loving son of Diane Lavelle and David Luscombe.
Dear brother of Michael, Christina
and Julie.
Beloved partner of Paola Ragone.
Family and friends will be received at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, on Thursday, January 5, 2022 for visitation from 4:00 pm til 8:00 pm.
There will be no Funeral Service
Private Interment
Messages of Condolence
Sorry to hear this very sad news,
Sophie Vaughan January 26, 2023
My condolences to Steven's family. He was a wonderful person who always had a contagious smile. He will be missed by many.
Terry Ricci King January 09, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family. Steven was a warm and wonderful person. We bonded over our shared love of reading and literature. H...
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My deepest condolences to the family. Steven was a warm and wonderful person. We bonded over our shared love of reading and literature. He will be truly missed.
Sajida Moledina Mississauga January 09, 2023
Sajida Moledina Mississauga January 09, 2023
Steven was hugely influential on me in my youth in the best ways possible. He was such an accepting friend even when I was at my most awkw...
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Steven was hugely influential on me in my youth in the best ways possible. He was such an accepting friend even when I was at my most awkward. We lost touch after elementary school, but I never forgot him. I still have a mix tape he gave me then - and, in my mind, I can still hear the hilarious jokes he'd tell and see the amazing sketches he'd do during class. I am so sorry you are gone. Wishing strength to your family and loved ones.
Ryan MacLean UK January 06, 2023
Ryan MacLean UK January 06, 2023
I only met Steven this year through a writers group, but he was always so kind, thoughtful and encouraging. He was an incredibly talented ...
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I only met Steven this year through a writers group, but he was always so kind, thoughtful and encouraging. He was an incredibly talented writer and I feel privileged to have known him, even for such a short time. Sending my thoughts and deepest condolences to his friends and family.
Brit Toronto, ON January 05, 2023
Brit Toronto, ON January 05, 2023
My deepest condolences, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve, you are a friend for life. Rest easy.
Brendan O'Hara Ajax January 05, 2023
Steven was artistically gifted, a master of the written word and absolutely hilarious. He befriended an eclectic group of people from all ...
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Steven was artistically gifted, a master of the written word and absolutely hilarious. He befriended an eclectic group of people from all walks of life, all of which would tell you about his wit, determination, encouraging nature and empathy. The last time I saw him he had decided I needed to get back into art, giving me an easel and dragging me to an art store and pointing out what tools I was missing in my stash. Whether a much needed nudge, a chuckle gifted to a passerby or a bit of egg fed to a vagabond cat, he left a positive mark behind - this is the Steven I miss and the Steven I will always remember.
My deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends, loved ones and all those he touched.
Meg Meagher Toronto January 05, 2023
Meg Meagher Toronto January 05, 2023
I know Steven from the Junction Writer's Group. I think we only met once in person (he wore a shirt with pink flamingoes on it) but we co...
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I know Steven from the Junction Writer's Group. I think we only met once in person (he wore a shirt with pink flamingoes on it) but we connected at the group Zoom meetings and via phone and email between our sessions. He was very generous in his help of my writing projects and really took the time to provide honest and insightful feedback. His writing was full of amazing imaginary worlds, zany situations, extreme characters and intense emotions. I am so glad I knew Steven and so sorry he is no longer with us. My sincere condolences to his family.
Alexis Toronto January 05, 2023
Alexis Toronto January 05, 2023
Steve was a caring, loving, creative soul who felt very deeply.
I will miss your crazy antics and silly characters, Steve.
Kathrine Safranko Nestleton January 05, 2023
Occasionally a butterfly will land near you for just a moment, and when it flies away the beauty of it is left behind. Within that moment ...
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Occasionally a butterfly will land near you for just a moment, and when it flies away the beauty of it is left behind. Within that moment Steven became completely engaged with you, wanted to know more, and without taking anything from you, he left greater gifts behind. That is how I feel about Steven. Sending my very deepest condolences to Steven's family and friends.<3
Susan Gates Markham January 05, 2023
Susan Gates Markham January 05, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to Steve's family and all those who knew him and loved him. Steve was my brother's best friend. I remember one ti...
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My heartfelt condolences to Steve's family and all those who knew him and loved him. Steve was my brother's best friend. I remember one time I was playing Neil Diamond's "Song Sung Blue" in my room, and he came in and told me it was one of his favourites and it would cheer him up when he felt down. I have been playing it in memory of him. May you be at peace Steve.
Lailaka Balfour Indonesia January 05, 2023
Lailaka Balfour Indonesia January 05, 2023
My heart is so broken with Steven's passing. He was my best friend for 22 years -- the best friend I have ever had, or could have wanted -...
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My heart is so broken with Steven's passing. He was my best friend for 22 years -- the best friend I have ever had, or could have wanted -- and his impact on my life is immeasurable. His huge heart, incredible talent & imagination, hilarious sense of humour, and bold, beautiful laugh, smile and hugs were without equal.
I truly loved him as a brother.
There is nowhere in my apt (or my heart) that I don't see traces of what he gave me, reminders of his giving spirit.
As I read through the condolences it is so wonderful to see how much and how many lives he touched, how kindly he lived, and how he will be missed.
I know that Paola, his mother Diane, and all his siblings & extended family & friends meant so much to him and were of great support throughout his life, and I extend wishes for peace to all of those who had Steven in their lives.
Steve Balfour Oshawa January 05, 2023
Steve Balfour Oshawa January 05, 2023
My sincere
ian morton mississauga January 05, 2023
Steven was a valued member of our Writer's Group, meeting by Zoom every two weeks. He was a talented writer with a great control of langua...
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Steven was a valued member of our Writer's Group, meeting by Zoom every two weeks. He was a talented writer with a great control of language and a vivid imagination. He had a zany wit and sense of humour. All of this is poignantly illustrated with the collection of stories he sent us recently.
My condolences to his family and friends.Try to remember that he who lives in your heart never dies.
Bill Jermyn Toronto January 04, 2023
Bill Jermyn Toronto January 04, 2023
Steve was a large part of my life growing up. He accepted me at a time when I was awkward and trying to figure myself out. He encouraged m...
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Steve was a large part of my life growing up. He accepted me at a time when I was awkward and trying to figure myself out. He encouraged me to write, and was so artistic himself.
Rest in peace, Steve.
Lucy Stinson (n Oshawa January 04, 2023
Lucy Stinson (n Oshawa January 04, 2023
My condolences to Steven's family. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many.
Kelli Conn Waterdown January 04, 2023
My sincerest condolences to everyone. I am deeply saddened to hear this news of his passing. Steven was such a kind and considerate pers...
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My sincerest condolences to everyone. I am deeply saddened to hear this news of his passing. Steven was such a kind and considerate person and was such a pleasure to work with.
Diana Faraone Woodbridge January 04, 2023
Diana Faraone Woodbridge January 04, 2023
Steven was a very kind person with a big heart. He always had a smile and a story to share. I enjoyed chatting with him in the office.
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Steven was a very kind person with a big heart. He always had a smile and a story to share. I enjoyed chatting with him in the office.
My condolences to his family and friends, he will be sorely missed.
Vanessa Hyjek Mississauga January 04, 2023
Vanessa Hyjek Mississauga January 04, 2023
Hearing the news of Steven's passing really made me sad. We only talked over email for work, but even our small interactions showed me how...
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Hearing the news of Steven's passing really made me sad. We only talked over email for work, but even our small interactions showed me how kind of a soul he was. He will be missed for sure. My condolences and thoughts go out to his family.
Andra Vancouver, WA USA January 04, 2023
Andra Vancouver, WA USA January 04, 2023
Steven was a great person and a tremendous writer. He engaged and entertained us with his stories. We loved hearing his comments and thoug...
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Steven was a great person and a tremendous writer. He engaged and entertained us with his stories. We loved hearing his comments and thoughts.
He was very considerate and we had more than a few good times together.
Steven, you will always be missed.
Brian D Etobicoke January 04, 2023
Brian D Etobicoke January 04, 2023
Sending condolences to Steven's loved ones. He was always very pleasant to talk with at the office and willing to help. He will be misse...
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Sending condolences to Steven's loved ones. He was always very pleasant to talk with at the office and willing to help. He will be missed.
Amy Cameron Toronto January 04, 2023
Amy Cameron Toronto January 04, 2023
Steven was a lovely guy. I only got to know him last year and I am very sorry that he is no longer with us. We always had great conversati...
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Steven was a lovely guy. I only got to know him last year and I am very sorry that he is no longer with us. We always had great conversations and in the short time that we knew each other he impressed me with how kind and thoughtful he was.
My condolences to all of Steven’s family, friends and loved ones.
Deborah Toronto January 04, 2023
Deborah Toronto January 04, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the family. I worked with Steven and he always went above and beyond to support the team. He made me laugh and he...
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My deepest sympathies to the family. I worked with Steven and he always went above and beyond to support the team. He made me laugh and he enjoyed chocolate Timbits once in a while. He would tell me I need to watch my figure. He will be missed by everyone.
Brenda C Markham January 03, 2023
Brenda C Markham January 03, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the family. Steven came into my life for a short period and made such a huge difference. I met a soulmate. Som...
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My deepest sympathies to the family. Steven came into my life for a short period and made such a huge difference. I met a soulmate. Someone who was such a talented writer. Someone who was so giving and such a confident. I wish I told you how much I was missing you. You will be so missed by so many.
Jaya Ali-Singh Toronto January 03, 2023
Jaya Ali-Singh Toronto January 03, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the family. Steven will be truly missed. We would chat time to time at work in passing. Such great outlook on li...
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My deepest sympathies to the family. Steven will be truly missed. We would chat time to time at work in passing. Such great outlook on like . Alway so pleasant to around.
Keeping the family in my prayers.
Patrizia Faraone Woodbridge January 03, 2023
Patrizia Faraone Woodbridge January 03, 2023
Steven was a great person and work colleague. He will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Franca Miceli Oakville January 03, 2023
There was no limit to Steven's empathy and unique artistic vision. He was passionate, driven, and hilarious.
One time, slightly before ...
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There was no limit to Steven's empathy and unique artistic vision. He was passionate, driven, and hilarious.
One time, slightly before GPS's were in every car, I was somewhat early when driving him, so I tried a downtown street I never been on before, saying "let's see where this goes." He responded "I didn't know you had such a zest for getting lost!"
Another time we offered him some of my Mom's freshly baked carrot cake. "Oooh, that's my favourite kind of carrots!" he said. No, not cake. Favourite kind of . . . carrots.
I'll miss you, my friend. Keep it weird.
Sean Gates Markham January 03, 2023
Sean Gates Markham January 03, 2023
I worked with Steven for the last 8 years. He was a hard worker and would accept duties outside of his knowledge base, to challenge himsel...
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I worked with Steven for the last 8 years. He was a hard worker and would accept duties outside of his knowledge base, to challenge himself. He enjoyed doing this and was a great help to management as the company reorganized. We will miss him dearly and I am sending my sincere condolences to his family.
Hayley Phillips Toronto January 03, 2023
Hayley Phillips Toronto January 03, 2023
My deepest condolences!
Bob Giulietti Oshawa January 03, 2023
Steven literally changed my life, by opening my consciousness to reality that all life is one. That we are each other. I'm honestly not ex...
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Steven literally changed my life, by opening my consciousness to reality that all life is one. That we are each other. I'm honestly not exaggerating that he was the most gentle, kind and helpful person you could ever hope to have in you life. He helped me with some major art projects, ar OCAD and after. Steven made me see that life was joyful and beautiful. I miss him, and will try my best to carry his spirit and be more like him in. My warmest condolences to his family and friends
Din Jalonen Toronto January 03, 2023
Din Jalonen Toronto January 03, 2023
He was my brother by choice first, and then by marriage. We used to say it didnt matter how we were related but how we felt. We challeng...
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He was my brother by choice first, and then by marriage. We used to say it didnt matter how we were related but how we felt. We challenged and supported each other, spoke out hearts and our minds, and always tried to do the best by each other, even if it was uncomfortable. He was my closest confidant throughout my life, but I think he was for a lot people. Steven listened; he gave something of himself to everyone that way. I will keep that piece of Steven close for the rest of my days.
“Be excellent to each other.”
Iain Cambridge January 03, 2023
Iain Cambridge January 03, 2023
My best friend growing up, I’m sorry we lost touch.
My deepest condolences to the family, and anyone who experienced time with him. Altho...
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My best friend growing up, I’m sorry we lost touch.
My deepest condolences to the family, and anyone who experienced time with him. Although we lost touch, I still feel the loss. May he rest in peace.
Rob Britton Whitby January 02, 2023
Rob Britton Whitby January 02, 2023
Truly, I can identify with Steven. I will always remember him as my friend of youth, the talented artist. I am so sorry we lost him.
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