Steve Stone our dear friend, you will be missed
News — By Lori Braun on September 29, 2008 at 9:55 am
Steve Stone, one of my best friends in the bodybuilding industry died this weekend in Las Vegas. In truly tragic circumstances, Steve, Chief Expeditor of the Olympia Weekend, collapsed and died today during the prejudging section of the women’s competition. The cause of death was pulmonary embolism. Steve, 51, had been Chief Expeditor of the Olympia since 2004 and has performed that same role at all major NPC shows since the early 1990s.
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I am deeply saddened by this tragic news, we all are. Steve Stone was such an awesome guy, he was one of us. I can’t stop the tears as I write this, but I would like to take this time to show my appreciation and affection for the man that kept things running smoothly at the NPC/IFBB shows. He was a competitor, a commentator, an avid supporter of all the athletes, and had true passion for the sport. I can’t find anyone who has anything bad to say about Steve.
Steve Stone has seen many of us grow from our first competition, to the present. In this respect, I can say I have known Steve for 21 years. He has seen me in my bodybuilding infancy and has supported me, and many other athletes over a span of decades. If you had any problems at the shows, you knew you could go to Steve. You wouldn’t even have to ask. Steve would greet you with a hug and a kiss, and the next words out of his mouth were, “Whatever you need Heather, just let me know, you have my cell number if you need to reach me.” I have seen people (including myself) arrive late for a competition, and Steve would work his magic to ensure you were able to compete in the show. He would calm you down, and just work his magic.
The fans have no idea how much energy and effort Steve put into the way a show was run. He would be stressing out, but as soon as he saw you, he would give a quick kiss on the cheek, say hello and he was gone to take care of whatever catastrophe was unfolding. The fans never knew because he was so good at what he did. The shows always ran smoothly and the show always went on. That was a man that was a consummate professional, an athlete like us, and an amazing human being. He will truly be missed. There is so much more I can say about Steve Stone, but I will stop here as I am afraid my tears will short out my laptop. God rest his soul. May He bless Steve’s family, and give us all peace as we try to make it through this difficult time. We love you Steve.
Always (even in death),
Heather Foster
IFBB Pro Bodybuilder