One of the great honors and joys of my life was having the opportunity to coach 2 of my boys from Mites-Midgets in hockey. I've met so many wonderful kids and families through the years. Memories that will last a lifetime. One of the simple pleasures that endured was running into some of the guys in their 20's who I coached in their early teens, who still called me "Coach O". Stef was one of those boys. Big smile, strong, talented, fun, and funny. He was a great player, teammate and a joy to coach. He made every team he was ever on better and more fun to be a part of. I will never forget him. My heart aches for Stef, his new bride Magdalena, Chris, Sharon and family. Lauren, Sean and I send our sincere condolences to you all. Respectfully, Coach O VFMM 90's

Stef was a neighbor and former employee.
I will always remember him as a fun loving, compassionate young man who will always have a place in my heart.
I always smiled when he came into work with his wonderful smile and said "hey Mister D what's doing"?
My sons admired his hockey ability and he was always there to help and encourage them.
Heartfelt condolences to his family.

Gene, Nick and Mike D'Argenio

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Gina Falcione Regaldi

To the Gigliotti Family~

Words cannot express our sadness over the loss of your dear son, Stefan. It has been a long time but we remember his smile and happy energy. May family and friends lift you up, and may your precious memories comfort you.

~The D’Aleandros (Mt. Carmel/Glaciers/LaSalle)

Gigliotti Family,
Our family was deeply saddened by the news of Stefan's passing. I can honestly say, that no matter when I heard Stefan's name mentioned, an instant smile would come to my face. Those beautiful eyes, golden locks and those bold and colorful goalie shorts! Taking pictures left me a lot of time on the sidelines talking to the goalies. My favorite will always be Stefan. He'd say "watch this Mrs. D. and get my good side", then he'd grab the ball and head for the other end of the field, when he almost always would score a goal! So happy trotting back to his post - smiles ear to ear.
I will always smile when I think of him like that! He was a great kid and a kind gentle soul! May you find comfort in knowing that just his presence in a room on on the field, brought joy to others like me!
Fondly,
Susan Dachowski

Dear Gigliotti family,

We can not imagine the depth of your sorrow and want to express our most heartfelt condolences.
Much love,
The Armstrong’s

My deepest condolences to your family. My prayers are with you, God Bless!

Reading through all of the condolences there is no doubt that Stefan leaves behind a very sad community of which he was a bright and happy part. I always knew Stefan was a star athlete (even though he was very humble about it!) but his impact in the hearts of people on the sidelines is really so touching. That speaks to the way that Stefan impacted me: he always made the people he was speaking to feel like they were truly important. He was fully present wherever he was. He is one of the few kids I hung around in middle and high school that stands out as really seizing life and considering others. I know his family was truly wonderful and my heart deeply aches for them at the loss. I offer my prayers and sincere condolences and wish I could be there to pay my respects tomorrow.

I never knew Stefan, but I could only imagine from your family's warmth and presence that he was someone special to you. The pictures and messages help tell a tale of a wonderful person that I am certain you will hold dear in your heart forever. It is so important to humanize a person after they are gone. That is why I am here. I was interested in who Stefan was and I now understand he left an impact on so many others. I am thankful for the opportunity to learn who Stefan was. Again, I am deeply sorry for your loss; my heartfelt condolences to all of you.

My dear Gigliotti Family, I and my family are deeply saddened by your great Loss. Your Son , your brother and your husband .
I will always remember your Stefan as I last seen him as a young happy boy playing with his brothers and my daughter. Bright eyed and happy.
I will keep all of you in my prayers and pray someday your pain is bearable with the memories of the young man that God graced you with for way to short of time.
Heart felt condolences to all. May your new Angel watch over all of you .??????
Sincerely Terry & Mark Watts and family