Steve Bumpus Obituary

I miss you so much and I love you so much.

Dear Irene and Chelsea,

I was so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. I always admired his (and yours) dedication to the Church, dedication to my children, and his wonderful spirit and soul! Both Bradley and Henry enjoyed Sunday School so much and looked forward to it each week - what a gift that both of you provided to them and I can never thank you enough.

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I was so happy that Bradley was able to attend Steve's funeral and very sad I could not attend due to my mother being hospitalized at that time. Bradley said it was a beautiful service and I was so happy he could participate. I hope each day gets better for both of you. Steve will be greatly missed, and please know we are grateful that he touched our lives - what a gift to us!

- Robin and William Moore, Bradley and Henry

May 14, 2010
Dear Irene,
I know it has been so many years that have passed and long-ago memories that seem to have faded. With heartfelt wishes of sympathy for your dear loss, I hope God's comfort will provide you the strength and courage to carry on. Sincerely, Mrs.June (Bobrick) Paczkowski & Family

Dear Irene,

I'm so sorry for you and Chelsea - Steve sounded like a wonderful husband and father. Your family will be in my prayers.

Regards,
Mary Alice

Irene & Chelsea,

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27

Chris and Liza Augmon (RBS)

Irene and Chelsea: I feel very honored to have guided you and Steve and then Chelsea to many great adventures down here in Key West. Over the years we became great friends and I cherished the time we spent together both on and off the water. I will sorely miss spending time with Steve fishing for "the big one" and seeing the pride and love he felt for you and Chelsea as he shared his passion for the water and watched you guys hook up some great fish. Irene, I will miss Steve tremendously and thank you for having the courage to call me and give me the sad news. Please know you and Chelsea are in my prayers and if I can do anything from down here I'm only a phone call away. I truly love you guys.

Mark

Irene and Chelsea,
We were shocked and sad to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Chelsea.
The Hamburg's (Kim Igael and Alexis)

Dear Irene and Chelsea
Like so many, I have not absorbed the depth of this terrible tragedy. I can only imagine your pain. Steve was the one person who could balance being a boss,a commedian,a warm friend,a loving father and husband! He was always in a good mood because every couple of weeks he acted out his cynicism and wit for 18 holes on me. I will even miss that. It is needless to add that you are in our thoughts and prayers.With much love, Jim Slattery

To the Bumpus Family ...
I am so sorry for the loss of Steve. I had the privelege of knowing Steve from the floor of the CBOT when I started work there in 1987. My first real job was to "watch Bumpus"! As everyone has expressed, he was a man of great integrity, a dedicated family man; and could make you laugh when things looked bleak. He had a great impact on my career at the CBOT. He will be sorely missed.

Dear Irene and Chelsea,

Grace, Hayes, Ian and I want you to know how sad we were to hear the news about Steve. We always loved sitting near him at the girl's basketball games. He always had something interesting or supportive to say. He was a delightful person and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
with love,
Susie Mackenzie

Irene, Chelsea, Fred, Sue and family,
Words seem so inadequate. You all are in our thoughts and prayers moment by moment. How blessed we have been by your family over and over again. Steve undoubtedly has left an impression on so many of us. His infectous laughter coupled with genuine care for people is a gift given that never can be taken away and we are grateful. Our hearts ache for you, how we wish we could be there right now. Please know that we are praying for peace and comfort for you all.
God Bless, Marcia and Barney

to the Bumpus family,

Very sorry to hear this tragic news. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Among the CBOT and CME people that remember him, they all say Steve was a highly ethical and honest man. That is the highest complement that you can give someone from the trading population.

Very sorry that he is gone. God Bless you both

You were our angel family when we first arrived at Sacred Heart. How truly fitting during this time as you know you are surrounded by all the angels. You are in our thoughts and prayers. David, Anna, David, Jr. and Matthew Reahl

Dear Irene and Chelsea,

When I will look back at my working years Steve will hold a very special place. I looked forward to our regular conversations over the phone as well as our sharing a good diner here in Montreal where we would discuss a wide range of subjects. Talking about the loved ones was a big part of it. Steve always talked from his heart. All in all close to 20 years of sharing thoughts about markets and personal stories with a very caring, compassionate, honest and intelligent man. To all who had the chance to know him Steve was a living example that both in personal and business life good guys can indeed rise to the top. I always will cherished my memories of Steve.

Dear Irene- My heart and prayers go out to you and Chelsea during this time of such loss and sadness. May Steve's strong spirit and the wonderful memories see you through one day at a time. With deepest sympathy, Cynthia Patti (SHS)

Irene and Chelsea:
We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Steve's sudden passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are holding you in the light.

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. iam sorry to hear this sad news. John Foss Sacred Heart Security

To the Bumpus Family,
On behalf of the Third Baptist Church of Chicago Sunday School Department, please accept our deepest condolences at your loss. We were privileged to know Steve through our sister program with the 4th and 5th grade Fourth Presbyterian Sunday School classes. Steve's passion enthusaism for this partnership, and his genuine love of young people, was evident every time we had opportunity to be together. We have truly enjoyed this fellowship, and intend to continue it in his honor for many years to come. Steve will definitey be missed. Your entire family is in our prayers.

Irene and Chelsea: We are so sorry to hear this tragic news and are praying for you. Steve truly lead an inspirational life. Please know we are all here for you. The O'Neil Family (Sacred Heart)

Sorry to hear of Steve's sudden passing.
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Bumpus Family during this difficult time.

Dear Irene and Chelsea,
I had the pleasure of working with Bump who was one of the finest and most honest people at Greenwich Capital Markets and The Board of Trade. He will truly be missed by everyone who ever knew him.

Fred, Sue, Irene, Chelsea and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Dear Irene, Chelsea and the entire Bumpus family-

My deepest sympathies to all of you in the loss of your beloved Steve. Steve and I began our careers together in the early 1980's in Market Regulation at the CBOT. As the newcomer to the organization fresh out of college, Steve immediately reached out to me and was genuinely happy to help me learn the business and develop my talents in my role. I largely accredit Steve for helping me and many other colleagues to develop a passion for the financial markets and the futures/options industry. He was instrumental in developing my confidence and for guiding me towards a successful career that has spanned 28 years. Throughout this time period, while our careers took different paths, we stayed in the same industry,worked very collaboratively and most important, we maintained our very strong friendship.

I was deeply shocked and terribly saddened to have learned this news. To lose someone who we all loved and admired, a man of principle, grace, and unwavering devotion to his family, friends and colleagues is simply too difficult to comprehend.

Irene and Chelsea, let it be a strong source of consolation that you were the light and breath of Steve's life and happiness. During every meeting or visit I would have with Steve, he would always make a point of smiling and saying the challenges and struggles of every day work life were more than worth it because he was so happy and blessed with his beloved wife and daughter. Family was truly everything to him.

Steve's deep devotion to his faith and family has earned him a special place in heavan. Rest he is your guardian angel and he will be guiding you through the difficult days ahead and he will be rejoicing as you carry on his legacy and love for people and life.

Bryan Durkin

Dear Irene and Chelsea, I am saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Steve. I had the pleasure of working next to Steve for many years. I also had the pleasure of running into him last Friday morning on the way to work. I wanted to take a moment to express my sympathy in your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.

A very good person has been taken from us. He is already missed!

Irene and Chelsea,

I knew Steve from the trading floor from the early 80's....It was a blessing knowing him.

My condolences are with you and your entire family.

Steve Rasof

Dear Irene and Chelsea,
My heart goes out to you in your time of grief. May your beautiful memories give you strength.
In sympathy,
Katie Kenck Seidenschwarz

Irene and Chelsea,
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's sudden passing. I worked with him at Greenwich and RBS for over 11 years. Steve was always so full of life. He could always make you laugh with his stories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lauri Bloom-Kaplan

Dear Irene and Chelsea--

Steve was a true gem. His laughter, kindness and humility was a blessing to us all.

Jim and Lies Garner, Liam and Liesel

Irene & Chelsea - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Triscia and I were deeply saddened on Saturday. You are all wonderful people! Steve will be greatly missed. The slopes in Utah will not be the same without him.

Glen & Triscia Smallman

Irene and Chelsea, I can only offer my deepest sympathy. Steve was my cousin, and the times I spent with him in our younger days were pleasant, fun, and all too few.

Dear Irene & Chelsea,

I cannot express how saddened we all were to hear of Steve's passing. I'll never forget his passion watching Chelsea play basketball at Sacred Heart, or his constant smile and reassuring demeanor whenever I was blessed to run into him. He will be missed by so many. Please know that you are both in our prayers, and that we stand ready to help in any way we can.

Irene and Chelsea
I share with you one of my favorite quotes from Romeo and Juliet:

When he shall die
Take him and cut him out in little stars
And he will make the face of heav'n so fine
That all the world will be in love with night
And pay no worship to the garish sun.

I will think of Steve everytime I see a star in heaven. Sure in the knowledge he is watching you and Chelsea.
Love you so much,
Arlene Carlucci

Dear Irene and Chelsea, I was fortunate to work next to Steve at the CBOT. He always lived life to the fullest; he was quick with a smile and had an infectious laugh. Steve often spoke lovingly of his family and friends. He was truly a gentleman. I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you both.

I knew Steve form the many years we both put in at the CBT. I will remember his sense of humor, his quiet unassuming intelligence, and mostly Steve's platinum reputation. My prayers are with his family.

Dear Irene and Chelsea,
What a perfect tribute to Steve and so reflective of his passion for family and faith. I loved his stories and always looked forward to the pictures of your fishing trips. We will all miss his wise counsel, deep faith, humor, and smile in the children's ministries. I will miss a friend and colleague. My deepest sympathy to you.

Dear Irene and Chelsea,

i was fortunate enough to meet Steve during my career in trading. He was one of the best at his job but more importantly, he was a great man. I hope that you find comfort and happiness in knowing that Steve has touched the lives and hearts of many. I will miss him dearly.

Want to express my deepest sympathy. Steve Earl was a very close friend in High School of which I have very fond memories. My prayers are with you.

Irene and Chelsea, it was privilege to know and work with Steve at 4th Church. He was a good man, a consensus builder and we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you both.

Cary, Becky and Sam

Irene and Chelsea, you are at the top of my thoughts and prayers. At Fourth Presbyterian Church you are surrounded by a communion of saints who love you deeply. Call on me at any time. Chelsea has two of my cards, one for each of your wallets. I'm here for you. Love always, John

I knew and worked with Steve on the Youth Programs at Fourth Presbyterian Church where he was also a devoted Sunday School teacher. Steve was passionate about his activities with children and youth and will be greatly missed. His Fourth Church Family is surrounding Irene and Chelsea with their love and support. My deepest condolences,

Steve and I did business for many years. Steve would always take the time to tell me all these stories about skiing with his daughter in Utah, how he loved the place. He used to put the amount of snowfall on his daily market recap and we up north would be very impressed. I truly enjoyed talking to him almost everyday and he will be missed a lot. My most Sincere sympathies to the family.

Dear Irene & Chelsea - I want to express my sympathy in your loss and to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve and my company did business together for a number of years. I always enjoyed playing golf with Steve. I will miss our interactions.

Irene and Chelsea, Please know that you and your family our in my thoughts and prayers. The memories of Steve from our high school days will be with me forever. God Bless, Connie (Moore) Wood

Dear Irene and Chelsea,
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you both now and in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With much sympathy, Christy Russell (SHS)

Dearest Irene and Chelsea,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
fondly, Kathy and Joe Fivelson