In Memory of

Steven

Gregory

Rahl

Condolences

Condolence From: Gloria Bowker
Condolence: I so remember Steve as being one of my favorite young men at Greenville Baptist Church and when he met Bernice. So missed when you moved. Just found this by error, so very so sorry for your loss. He was one of those good guys you don’t forget.🙏🙏
Saturday July 17, 2021
Condolence From: Charlie (Choo Choo) Williams
Condolence: I was fortunate to meet Steve through our many years of annual Spring golf outings with his/our Rhode Island golf buddies out on the Cape with the Parente brothers. I was one of the Maryland fellows who would come up almost every year for the annual Gangbuster golf weekend. I would always look forward to seeing him and catching up on our lives - families, jobs, and travels. Steve was genuine and sincere and also a fun loving man. Even though I would only see him for a few days each year I knew him to be a very honest, caring, and compassionate man. I am very saddened to learn of his passing. To Bernice and and all the family and friends, I send my heartfelt sympathy. I pray for your strength during this difficult time.
Sunday March 18, 2018
Condolence From: Sharon BIxby- Ludlow Insurance- Vermont
Condolence: I too am very sad to hear of Steve's death. He called on our office in Vermont when he was with Maine Bonding/ Zurich. And later we ran into him from time to time at VT Mutual events. He was a true professional and he was great in the insurance industry. Our prayers go to his family.
Tuesday March 13, 2018
Condolence From: Tom Quinn
Condolence: My deepest condolences on your loss. Steve was my fraternity brother at Chi Phi. I have never known a kinder, more humble person than Steve, a friend and gentleman in every sense of the word. You were truly blessed to have had him in your lives. PIK 1976
Monday March 12, 2018
Condolence From: Alden G Thayer
Condolence: Because I was away I was unable to attend Steve's memorial service. My agency Batchelder Bros, worked with Steve for several years. I can speak for my entire staff when I say Steve was the consummate gentleman and insurance professional. He was clearly a class act. We will miss him not only as a true professional but as a fine man as well. Sincerely Alden Thayer
Monday March 12, 2018
Condolence From: Al Dodds
Condolence: Dear Bernice, David, and Sarah, I am so very sorrow for your loss. I have such great memories of the summer swim meets with North St. Johns. I looked forward to each Saturday because I knew I'd have a great time hanging out with Steve (your Dad) for a few hours. He was one of the most genuine men I had ever met and made people feel very much at ease. Although you moved to Maine some 18 years ago, the occasional times we talked on the phone or briefly got together made me feel like you still just lived across Rt. 99. I, and certainly many others, simply enjoyed being in his company. Rest In Peace, Steve!
Friday March 09, 2018
Condolence From: Nancy Meehan
Condolence: Bernice and family, After reading all of the beautiful condolences for Steve I realize that just about everything I wanted to say about Steve has already been said!! Steve truly was a gentleman,He certainly had a way with people,he really cared about other peoples lives was such a good listener and very easy to talk to. Steve and I got together every six weeks Thursday morning at 8:30 when he came to my salon to get his haircut. He always asked me about my children and Grandchildren if I was planning any trips or what we are doing for fun. I so enjoyed talking to him. Steve made the world a better place and I wish more people in this world were like him!! Steve is truly going to be missed by so many and certainly by me!! My thoughts and prayers are with Steve`s family at this very difficult time.
Thursday March 08, 2018
Condolence From: Chris Miller
Condolence: I am very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Steve was a true gentlemen with a kind hearted spirit. I had the pleasure of working with Steve over the last few years. His focus was always on what he could do to help our agency become more successful. Steve always had a way of making you feel great about yourself. He was simply a great man, and he will be missed by all of us. My condolences to his family, and best wishes as your go through this difficult time.
Wednesday March 07, 2018
Condolence From: Jim Chalmers
Condolence: I can remember specifically the first time I met Steve, visiting our office in Gorham while working for Zurich. He was a kind, thoughtful and truly wonderful person. It was only a few short weeks ago that he was visiting our agency and sitting and talking with Dottie and me. I wish his family all the best and for them to know he will truly be missed by all of us.
Wednesday March 07, 2018
Condolence From: Megan Docherty
Condolence: Dear Bernice, Sarah, and David, I was so shocked and saddened to hear the news of Steve's passing. I have many memories of spending time with him when he and Bernice would visit Sarah and I at college or when I would come visit in Maine. He had a way to make you feel like the most important and interesting person in the room. He was genuine, caring, gentle, and a true gentleman. You don't meet people like him often throughout your life. Love to all of you during this difficult time.
Tuesday March 06, 2018
Condolence From: Gerard Bergeron
Condolence: So saddened to hear of Steve's passing. I had the pleasure of getting to know Steve over the last few years and immediately saw how kind and genuine he was. He always asked about my personal life and remembered so many little details. In September, I was lucky enough to attend a Red Sox game with Steve and as usual he was such a pleasure to spend time with. I will miss you my friend. Rest easy. My thoughts and prayer to the family.
Tuesday March 06, 2018
Condolence From: Vicki Wyman
Condolence: I am so saddened to hear of Steve's passing. My condolences to Bernice and family. Although its been a few years since we have seen each other I have fond memories of our time together at Zurich. He was a great manager, mentor and friend. May he Rest in peace.
Monday March 05, 2018
Condolence From: Dottie Chalmers Cutter
Condolence: I am so deeply saddened by this news. I so enjoyed working with Steve and he had just visited my office in the past month. He would always ask me about my family and young children - with great interest and attention. He was the kind of guy that just oozed with kindness, interest, and compassion. I will miss him deeply - my heart goes out to his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Monday March 05, 2018
Condolence From: Heidi Louten
Condolence: I am so saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was one of my favorite insurance people and I always looked forward to seeing him. When my husband and I got married and Steve found out that we were BIG Red Sox fans, he made sure to get us tickets to a game. He truly was one of the kindest people I had ever met. A true gentleman. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. He will be deeply missed.
Monday March 05, 2018
Condolence From: Julie & BJ Phaneuf
Condolence: We are so shocked and saddened to learn of Steve's passing. The nicest gentleman....always asking with sincerity and care of how our family and children are. Always drawn to his kindness and the love of his family and his faith in God. May you rest in peace....until we meet again. Our deepest condolences to the family. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sunday March 04, 2018
Condolence From: Jim Crossley
Condolence: My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Steve. I had the pleasure of working with Steve at Metropolitan for many years. Always a true gentleman and one of the finest people anyone could ever meet. He will be missed by so many people.
Saturday March 03, 2018
Condolence From: Mary-Ellen (Mercurio) Cronan
Condolence: Eddie, my parents and I are truly sorry for your loss. We pray that you feel God's presence and His peace at this difficult time and in the days ahead.
Saturday March 03, 2018
Condolence From: Mike Thayer
Condolence: I am so sorry to hear Steve has passed. For many years, the highlight of my annual golf trip to Cape Cod was playing 18 holes of golf with Steve, Jim and Fran Parente then sitting around and laughing over a beer. I will always remember Steve for his easy smile, honest friendship and caring, compassionate nature. To Bernice, Scott and all the family members, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Saturday March 03, 2018
Condolence From: Sandra Matarazzo,Lindsay
Condolence: Scott and family , So very sorry for this sad loss Sincere sympathy , Sandra Matarazzo,Lindsay
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: William Shepard
Condolence: On behalf of the Shepard Family on Smithfield,RI, I wish to express our deepest condolences to the entire Rahl family.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Joyce and David Dulude
Condolence: Bernice, David and Sarah, We are brokenhearted to learn of Steve’s passing. He is one of the finest people we have ever known. Steve had a gift for making other people feel special. We have so many fond high school memories as well as memories of Steve being in our wedding party. While separated by miles we shared in his later life by watching his family grow each holiday time where we traded photos and milestones. These thoughts will keep him alive in our hearts forever. Sending prayers and hugs to all of you during this most difficult time.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Pat Murray
Condolence: My sincere condolences to Steve's family. I worked with Steve at Vermont Mutual and he was such a gentleman and one of the kindest men I've ever met. I had the opportunity to travel with Steve in Maine for classes and he was just awesome. I will always remember him fondly. I pray for comfort and peace for all of you.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Jimmy and Loreen Parente
Condolence: Bernice, David, Sarah, Scott and the entire Rahl family. Steve is truly one of a kind, the most caring, genuine gentleman who brightened everyone's life who shared his company. We will miss his smile but know that his spirit and caring love will live on through all of us forever. God bless you. May he rest in peace.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Lindy Brooks
Condolence: To the family and friends of Steve. I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a wonderful man. I worked for Cross insurance for many years and he was the marketing rep. for Vermont. I enjoyed seeing him in the office. It was always such a pleasure to see him. When I moved on from Cross to another agency I no longer got to see him. I did see him at the mid year conventions. I always looked forward to seeing him. He was a Great Man. He was always happy and always kind. Heaven has definitely gotten a Special Angel.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Bonnie Kenyon
Condolence: Bernice, David, and Sarah my deepest sympathies. I pray all the good memories he shared with you will help to ease the pain of Steves sudden loss. Steve’s sincerity, honesty and kindness will be missed. I know I’m blessed to have known Steve, he made me a better person by his example. My we take comfort in the blessing of seeing him again in our eternal Journey. May the grace of God be with you.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Carla Palmer
Condolence: I have known Steve for many years through work. Steve made his mark on this world by the way he lived his life. While a true professional, he was foremost a gentleman and friend. He would not want us to be sad, but perhaps live our own lives in the same way he lived his. Please accept my condolences for your loss.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Rev. Deb Hanson
Condolence: I am so sad about Steve's death. He was such a blessing to me and to so many people. You and your family are in my prayers and my heart as you celebrate Steve's life the gifts he left with all of us because of who he was and continues to be. God bless.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: David Docherty
Condolence: Bernice, David and Sarah, I was so saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was a loving, caring husband and father. While we only had a few opportunities to play golf on my visits to Maine, Steve seemed to go out of his way to extend his friendship and share our hopes and dreams between fathers for our children's futures. He was a kind and gentle soul. I am thinking of your family during this sorrowful time.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Keith Curry
Condolence: Bernice, David and Sarah: I am saddened by your loss and wish you comfort during this difficult time. I've known Steve my entire insurance career when we were fresh out of college working at Met. Great memories at work, on the golf course and of course as we started raising our families. Steve was a great man, good friend and consummate insurance professional. Schteevie Ray I'm going to miss you brother.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Peter Riesbeck
Condolence: I have known Steve for many years at Maine Bonding /Maryland Cas./Zurich days and now Vermont Mutual. He was truly a great guy. Always had a smile to share with you. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May the Grace of God be with you.
Friday March 02, 2018
Condolence From: Neal & Alayna
Condolence: Bernice and Family, They was no finer person who walked this earth. Steve will be carried in our hearts forever. May we all take comfort in the blessing of seeing him again in our eternal life. Our prayers and love go out to you....
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Russ and Helen Harvie
Condolence: We are Mark Harvie's parents. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Karenlee
Condolence: Bernice and Family; I am so sorry for your loss, Steve was a wonderful man; I'm glad I had the pleasure of getting to know him. Please remember and enjoy the times you all had together. God Bless, Karenlee from Arundel, ME
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Martha Wentworth
Condolence: Bernice & family, my deepest sympathies. Steve was such a great sales manager and I enjoyed every time he was in the office. May your many fond memories keep Steve alive in your hearts for the rest of time.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Betty Sheehan
Condolence: So sorry to hear about Steve's passing. We were all together at Maryland Casualty and there was never a better group of people. Steve was definitely one of the good guys. Prayers to his family.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Steve Peregoy
Condolence: Benice and family, my name is Steve Peregoy, and I worked closely with Steve throughout my career at Maryland Casualty and Zurich starting in 1985. Steve and I were both Finance Directors, and we became very close. Our relationship continued throughout my 28 year career with him. I recall meeting you once, but am unsure when or where that was. There are no words to describe how saddened I am to hear of this. Steve was the ultimate best.....a gentlemen, a man of his word, and a great sense of humor. I valued his friendship. Please take care during this very difficult time.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Pat Vassalotti
Condolence: Bernice and family, My wife and I are so saddened learning of Steve's passing.Steve & your entire family are in our prayers. Steve was a wonderful man and long time friend. The world needs more people like Steve. One subject we enjoyed speaking about was your children and especially their involvement in sports. We will always remember his love for the Red Sox and greatly miss him during our baseball meetings. God Bless Steve and your family. Pat and Bonnie Vassalotti
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Laurie Noel
Condolence: Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of such a wonderful man. Over 30 years of friendship. Steve will be missed by me and so many others. He was a very, very special person with a huge heart. <3
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Robert Castranova
Condolence: So sorry to hear of Steve’s battle and passing. My condolences to your family. He will be remembered for bright outlook on life and terrific smile especially when he talked of his family. From a old business associate in Florida.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Shelley Stiles
Condolence: My deepest condolences to the Rahl family. Words can not express the pain and sadness when we are separated from our loved ones by death. Take comfort in knowing that death is only temporary and in the very near future we will see the promise in Revelation 21:4 fulfilled where it says: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." Then we will have the hope of being reunited with our loved ones by means of an earthly resurrection (John 5:28,29). As you reflect on all of the memories left behind, I hope you can find much comfort in these promises of a better future ahead, for they will not fail to come true. (Titus 1:2)
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Scott Lovejoy
Condolence: So sorry to hear about Steve. He was a true gentleman and a man of his word. Whenever Steve came into the office he always had a smile on his face and you could just tell that he loved what he was doing. He was a great guy that will be missed. My deepest condolences to the family.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Ashley Gosline Purington
Condolence: So sad to hear of Steve's passing. He was a genuine person with a heart of gold. He always left an impression on everyone he met. I got to play golf with him a few times and he was always a pleasure to be around. He always asked about family and made sure to share stories about his as well. He was one of the best in the industry and I am lucky to have known him. He will be truly missed.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Paula Burgess
Condolence: I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I'm deeply saddened as he was such a gentleman and just an overall nice person. I never heard him say anything bad about anyone or anything. Always a great listener. I have known Steve since his Maine Bonding days where I was fortunate to get to know him and work with him over the years. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. I consider Steve to be one of the nicest person I've ever had the pleasure of knowing and always looked forward to seeing him at various insurance events. He will be sadly missed.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Rick Rajala
Condolence: Steve, We were all wishing for a miracle cure, but our miracle was having known you. We will remember you always by following your lead and giving it our best.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: carol binette
Condolence: So sorry for your loss. Steve was a kind and gentle man. Always looked forward to his agency visits. He'll be truly missed.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Chris and Karen Antonelli
Condolence: We are shocked and saddened to hear of Steve's passing. Our condolences to Bernice and family. Steve was a wonderful man and loved by all. He will remain in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Jerr and Kate Silver
Condolence: I am truly saddened by Steve's passing. He was my fraternity Brother at Chi Phi. Steve was truly one of the good ones. His kindness and integrity were his most cherished qualities. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bernice and his family. May he rest in peace
Thursday March 01, 2018
Condolence From: Ethan Johnson
Condolence: I am deeply saddened to hear of Steve’s passing. Steve was one of the nicest people I have known. He always asked about family before talking business and was genuine to the core. As many in our industry will say, a true gentleman and professional. I had the pleasure of golfing with Steve on several occasions, took in a few Celtics games, and always enjoyed our conversations. He was so proud of his children and would smile from ear to ear when talking about them. I am going to miss him. My deepest condolences to his family.
Wednesday February 28, 2018
Condolence From: April Pratt
Condolence: My sincere condolences to Steve's family. Steve was a kind man, always professional and willing to help anyone...all the time. I will miss him....he loved his family very much...he was so proud of you. Be kind and gentle to yourselves....know that he was loved by so many and so many love you. With love April
Wednesday February 28, 2018
Condolence From: Joanie Smith
Condolence: So saddened to hear of Steve’s passing. Steve was always very kind, professional and the most sincere person I have worked with and I am grateful that I was able to call him a friend. He will be missed by many in this industry. Thinking of his family during this time.
Wednesday February 28, 2018
Condolence From: Jeff Steinman
Condolence: Dear Family, Friends and Loved ones, All of us here at Maine Insurance Agency are deeply saddened by Steve's passing. Our relationship with Steve seemed more personal than business because that is the way he made it. Always caring, always compassionate always respectful. You are in our thoughts and prayers and may your spirit be lifted knowing how Steve touched so many.
Wednesday February 28, 2018
Condolence From: Robert Baldacci
Condolence: Steve means a great deal to our industry and our agency. He was a man of his word and treated people he worked with with a great deal of class and respect. We will miss seeing you around Steve!! A few less smiles in the world and my deepest condolences to his grieving family.
Wednesday February 28, 2018
Condolence From: Laurie Billings
Condolence: Deeply saddened. A great loss to our industry, and as a friend. Steve was always very kind, professional, and so fun socially. He will be missed by many. Thinking of his family and hoping you know how many lives he touched with his warmth, generosity and sincerity.
Wednesday February 28, 2018