Steve Maue

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I just recently heard of your passing. You and I came into the Jimmy Sturr band around the same time. For my money that was the best that band had ever been and you were a big part of that. You were a fantastic musician and a great guy. We had many fantastic times together on and off stage and were often roomates on the road. I'm sorry we lost touch, but those memories will always be close to my heart.

I was very saddened to hear of Steve's passing. It's been many years since our last meeting. I'm so glad that he found comfort in his relationship with God.  I always thought he was a talented musician and can still hear his voice in so many songs. I wish he'd had more time on this earth, pray for him daily and think about him more than I ever thought I would. He will forever be a sweet memory in my heart from a long time ago.  I  hope you have found peace. 

As i sat with my children tonight watching the Grammys, i remembered being told that Steve had a Grammy nomination. I decided to look it up to see off i remembered this correctly. This site popped up. I am so sorry for the family's loss. Steven was always the "quiet" one with a friendly and caring smile. I can't imagine your grief but know that i am praying for peace and comfort goer each of you much Love, pam

i can't believe that we won't be talking to each other anymore.  you were the best little brother anyone ever had, monko.  we always said 'i love you.  i miss you'  repeatedly at each encounter, whether by phone, e-mail, letters or face to face.  i don't have that kind of relationship with anyone else in our family.  i can't seem to stop crying-even when i remember how happy and content you are now.  my heart is shattered. it will be so until we are together again.  i love all my siblings, but not like i love you.  it's like i've lost a child. it's all too painful monk.  here i am talking to you on a stupid computer-i'm so desparate to reach you.  i can't believe you left me here.  daer God can i please awake from this nightmare?   i loveyou, i miss you.  i love you, i miss you.  i love you, i miss you.  I LOVE YOU, I MISS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoox

Steve Maue was a gentle giant, a gifted musician and a great friend. I'll never forget the times we all shared while in Chicago.  Steve was taken away from his family and friends too soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kathy and the rest of the Maue family.  They are in our hearts. 

There must be a band in heaven that needed a guitar player. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Steve.

Weep you no more sad fountains; why do you flow so fast?  Look how the snowy mountains - heaven's sun does gently waste.  But my sun's heavenly eyes view not your weeping, that now lies sleeping .  Sleep is a reconciling, a rest that peace begets.  Does not the sun rise smiling? As fair when evening he sets? Rest you then, sad eyes. Rest not in weeping.  Softly, softly, now softly, softly lies sleeping.     - anonymous

belleville, IL

Monday, April 05, 2010

So many fond memories with and of you monko.God decided to bring you home sooner than I wished.He knows best though, since you placed your faith and soul with him. I am blessed and honered to have had you for a "little brother" even though you towered over me!I just wish that we could have gotten together more often.Talking on the phone every now and then was nice and our conversations always ended with "love you bro".so i am positive those were the last words we spoke to each other.you are forever in my heart and thoughts.Say hello to all of our loved one's.will see you soon!! xxooxxoxoxo, Jerry & Nancy

Tampa, FL

Thursday, April 08, 2010

i was shocked to hear about Steve's passing, and i know he will be missed by many. i met Steve on ship's many year's ago, but we have kept in touch as the years have passed and we've each gone onto different and separate things. he was a great person, musician, friend and mentor. a few years older than me, he was one who had walked a path that i was preparing for and his guidance and wisdom were unselfish and unending. he would take the time to answer my questions, but more than that, he gave me answers to the questions i hadn't learned to ask yet. i spoke to him on the phone about a month ago and although i haven't seen Steve for years, i know that his friendship will still continue well into the future.

The Alumni Association of VanderCook College of Music wishes to express sincere condolences to the family and friends of Steve. Though no words can adequately help, know that Steve's gift of music was appreciated by many. He will be missed.