Stephen F. MacSuga Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Stephen Francis MacSuga, age 69, of Vero Beach Florida departed from this world after a long illness coupled with a brave fight on Friday November 29, 2019. Born on August 30, 1950, in Hartford Connecticut, he was the youngest son of the late Stephen F. MacSuga and Helen (Matusiewicz) MacSuga. Stephen worked as Heat & Frost Insulator for Local No.33. His passions included hunting, fishing, cooking, and traveling. An avid sportsman he was a member of the Hebron Sportsman’s Club for over 20 years. One could clearly see the joy brought to his face by a big catch paired with a cold beer. Stephen fondly recalled his favorite trips to Italy, the Bahamas, and Alaska. A good meal never missed his plate and his portion sizes were legendary. Stephen appreciated all nature-based/outdoor activities and could never resist a “good deal.” His attention to detail and ability to fix anything and everything sustained his family through good and bad times. Stephen’s wish was to be remembered as the “fixer” – it is a title that he without a doubt earned. However, in recent years, he gained his favorite and greatest title, Grampy. He was there for every moment (big or small) of his granddaughters lives and left his mark as their protector, hero, and role model. No game was too boring, no book had been read enough times, there were never enough kisses or hugs for Grampy and his girls (or “my little sweethearts” as he would often call them). Stephen was predeceased by his first loving wife, Susan Jane (Kuduk) MacSuga, and leaves behind his beloved second wife Barbara Cordell. Stephen joins his big brother Richard (Butch) MacSuga in heaven and is survived by his devoted sister-in-law, Violet MacSuga. He will forever be loved and missed by his daughter, Ashley S. MacSuga-Gage, son-in-law Nicholas A. Gage, and granddaughters Olive Sue Gage, Goldie Jane Gage, River Preston-Gage, and Scout Preston-Gage. In addition to his daughter and grandchildren he leaves behind his stepdaughter, Catherine Cordell, and many loving nieces, nephews, relatives, and dear friends. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday December 4, 2019 from 8:30am to 9:30am at Rose Hill Funeral Home 580 Elm St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067. It is followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Cyril and Methodius Church at 10 a.m., Popieluszko Court, Hartford. Burial immediately following the Mass will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. Please share online expressions of sympathy, memories or photo tributes at www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com.

Stephen F. MacSuga

August 30, 1950 - November 29, 2019