My heart is so heavy right now. It makes me sad to think that Stevie will never fully realize just how much of an impact he had on those who knew him. No matter how hard life was beaten him down, no matter how much he hurt inside.. he put on his game face. He laughed, many times at himself; and he made you feel better. His laughter was never forced, or fake.
A lot of us guys grew up learning to mask our feelings & emotions... and that is how he masked his. However, like has already been shared, Stevie was never shy about telling someone if he loved them; and he really did.
I can also tell you he was not afraid to work, and he worked hard; doing things most would not do. No job was beneath him, and he would give it 100 percent. Even when he tried to be serious, the conversation would still take a turn and we would all be laughing about something silly.
Stevie, Rest in Peace, Brother. You will be missed, remembered, and I will rejoice the day I see you again in Heaven... where you will be fully restored in mind, body & spirit. Thank you, my friend, for the experience we had.
I love you!