You could tell that talking about Renee was so hard for you mom. Miss Phyllis is so missed. Thank you for continuing her work. My daughter is that allergic to poison oak.
Thank you for sharing about Renee and your family times. Amazing how much she favored Phyllis. Your mom and Mr. Bucky would be so proud of you and your interest in continuing her channel. I miss both of them. Keep up your cooking too. Enjoy you also.
I love that Ms. Phyllis and Mr. Bucky are kept alive via this channel. I “met” them looking for a recipe and kept coming back because they were so genuine and lovely people.
I know you miss them so much. Your mother's voice eased many stressful nights for me when I discovered her channel. You are rich to come from such a close family.
I remember once that your mother spoke of Renee....and she got so teary eyed that she couldn't talk much about it.....and then Mr. Bucky spoke up and said something to the effect that "she was my daughter, too." I thought then, how wonderful it must be to have a step father that really loved and cared for the children. He also said, and I think in the same video, about how your experience at the Citadel had influenced his son to attend. What a wonderful, blended family.
if i remember right ,your mother talked about Rene with tears in her eyes and she couldnt finish so Buckey helped her. i felt so sad for her at that moment. i sure do miss you Ms. Phyllis
They are never gone as we carry them in our hearts ❤️. Yesterday my only Son has been gone 6 months. His smile would light up a room. How much more precious is Resurrection knowing our loved ones are there? Blessings and I thank God for the memories. Thank you for sharing.
Another comment if you don’t mind. I nearly died of Sepsis 18months ago. They woke me one night and asked me if I would want to be resuscitated. They said if I was I would be in a wheelchair and on dialysis. I said NO But I pulled through. I am in a wheelchair but not yet needing dialysis. I have told my lawyer I don’t want it. When that time comes however soon I am ready to pass. In the meantime I watch my iPad, read books and when it’s warm I sit in my porch and enjoy the view I have been given. My husband died 6 months tomorrow. Bless his soul. He was 80. A good life. I will be 78 on New Years Eve 🤗
I lost my mom when I was a young. I came across your mom’s channel back in November 2019. Your mom’s recipes reminded me of the foods my mom used to make for us when I was a child. Your mom had such a comforting voice, she gave me back some of the most cherished memories through her recipes. Growing up without a mom was difficult. Many blessings & comfort to you and your love ones. Thank you 💞
Your sister was beautiful just like her mother. You all have wonderful children. Everyone has accomplished so much, no wonder your mother was very proud of all of you.
Sir it sounds like you are missing your Mom and Sister I'm so sorry for all your loss 🙏 that the Lord brings to your heart so much comfort and joy. It's nice that your sharing all those wonderful memories with us all regarding your sister Renne. God bless you and yours.
OMG Stephen, I had to rewind to make sure you really said that! Slicker than snot on a doorknob! You made me spit out my coffee I laughed so hard!! Great memories of your sister! I can really see your mom in her!
What a sweet remembrance video. Honestly Colonel, you have so much class. What a wonderful gentleman you are. It’s obvious your children are following in your footsteps. How wonderful that you are keeping your mom’s channel alive. Thank you very much. Greetings from California 🇺🇸
I know what it's like to lose a sibling. I had a brother 3 yrs younger than me who died in an auto accident when he was 21. That was 1976. My husband is also a retired Air force pilot. He flew RC 135's and refueling planes.
My sister died from complications of Lupus...it was horrible..I try to push those memories from that time...I do fight /help raise money for more Lupus research/ making people more aware of what Lupus is! My sister wasn't diagnosed untill it had destroyed her body organs! We had never heard of Lupus.... thanks for sharing her sisters life!
I understand your family's pain. I lost my sister in 1975, still miss her, think of her every day, and I lost my son eight years ago. My sister would be a great-grandma now, just like me, and she would have loved it. My son never married and had no children. Oh well, God has plans we do not understand. I really admired your mom. RIP, Phyllis and Mr. Bucky. Steve, thank you for talking to us and telling your family stories. Please continue. We are here to listen to you. You know her videos come up in my feed now and then and I just cannot watch them yet. But I did enjoy them. I will get back to them in time. I know I did not see them all.
What a beautiful tribute to your sister. Phyllis didn’t really mention Renee too much and I understand it was probably very hard for her to talk about her. She’s so, so pretty and in that older picture, where she was probably 10 or 11, she looks so much like your mom. You also resemble your mom so Phyllis’ traits were quite dominate! Her and Mr. Bucky did do a “sit down” visit one time where they talked about losing Renee. Such a sad and tragic story. Thank you for sharing these wonderful memories with all of us 😊
I remember that Video well... Kris. It was heart wrenching to see Ms. Phyliss so upset.. Her daughter meant everything to her.. you could tell.. I didn't realize she had four grandchildren...
lvk4pj .....I had just recently learned of the 4 grandchildren during one of the Live chats that Stephen and his kids did. I feel so bad for Stephen to have lost both his mom and his sister. Such wonderful people.
Thank you for sharing your memories of your sister. She and your mom are together again. My little brother died seven years ago at the age of 32. My mother is counting the days until she sees him again. What an awesome hope we have in Jesus.
Of course Miss Phyllis had a heart shaped uterus! I could not imagine a more fitting shape… She was such a wonderful and lovely woman. I miss her and I miss Mr. Bucky and those sweet dogs. ❤️❤️❤️
Oh Stephen I’m so sorry that you have to miss all three of them. Thank you so much for sharing with us, your priceless memories. I miss your mom like so many others and I had wondered so many times about your sister. I appreciate you so much for helping us to fill in some very vital information about your wonderful family. God bless you and your little family. My prayers are with you all.
Thank you colonel. It takes a lot to reminisce and go back one some of the memories weren't so positive. You're a good man Colonel with a wonderful family of your own you just a good human being we love you
I lost my only brother in 1999 and then my Father the same year . Thank the Lord for Jesus because he got me through it because I had to help my Mom who fell to pieces. I was blown away,too. But God was my strong 💪tower. Thank you for your uplifting sharing it was wonderful.
Stephen, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I knew Miss Phyllis spoke a little about Renee and it was terribly painful. Renees son looks a lot like You. I can see The resemblance with Miss Phyllis and her. I can only tell you that your mom is so proud of you carrying on her channel. Most boys don’t step up like you have done. I always thought Miss Phyllis and I would meet as I lived in Beaufort, S.C. Just a couple of hours away. I’m the one that contacted you regarding the RV. Needless to say after years of marriage things fell down the tubes the past two months. I’m with my daughter in Tn after 16yrs if marriage, a big shock. I have my two dogs with me at 55yrs old. My Weimaraner weighs 105 lbs and my other is a rescue pup. I’m glad your conversation and sharing provided some therapeutic benefits. You sure have helped so many of us that grieve over your mom. She set quite the example of our southern roots and had a heart of gold. Sending blessings to You and your family and keeping you in our prayers. Thanks so much for serving our country. 😀marnie
Hello from Alberta, Canada. I miss your mumme in many ways, her calm voice, her patience, her classiness, her advice, her recipes and story telling ability ... a gift that you inherited from her. Tears. cat.
Thanks Stephen for sharing your memories of your beautiful sister Renee and her family and the close bond you had with Renee it was so heartwarming and she looks so much like Miss Phyllis. Thank you again it was much appreciated and You and Family keep well and stay safe🙏
So sad to lose a sibling. I lost my only sister when she was 22 in an auto wreck. I miss her dearly and it was 1974 but you never really get over it. God bless you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stephen, you’ve really touched our hearts with this one. You’re a fine man and one I’d be proud to call Son. You know when you meet a man like you that your mom has taught you well. Love and respect one another. That’s what it’s all about!! You are passing down to your kids how to love and be respectful, too. God bless you!! It’s sad to see loved ones pass but we know we’ll see them again. Your family knew you loved them.
I totally agree with this comment. Love and respect is a quality that is becoming so rare In our society today ,Such a blessing to see these qualities in you and your children. And yes we are also real people who enjoy show just as much as when your Mum and Bucky were doing them . It would have been very hard doing memory past as I have also least a brother to pancreatic cancer and both my parents . Memories are precious and what you and your Mum and Bucky did will be future memories for your families.You are doing a wonderful job. We all appreciate you your family and your time .Thank you 💖❌⭕️
I discovered Phyllis about a year ago, and I remember binge watching lol. Soon after I got to know about her, I saw the one with Bucky's death and I was crushed for her. All while she was dealing with her own health. I truly believe she died soon after Bucky because of a broken heart. They were always together and cute little homebodies.. I was so sad but i felt that she was happy to be with him again.. Thank you for keeping her page alive. I love all the stories and photos and I'm glad you shared Renee with us. I remember it was hard for her to talk about Renee in the video of when they first met. But I wanted to know more about her. She was so pretty and she looked a lot like your mom.
You are your Moms Son! So much like what we knew of her videos. The love and compassion . I know she must be so happy seeing you on her Chanel from her Heavenly Home. Enjoyed so much. Thank You .
Bless your heart. I knew talking about Renee was just too much for your mom to do. Thank you so much for opening your heart to us. You didn't have to. It's weird to feel so close to your mom and Bucky and yet, never really knew them! Just watched them on RUclips. I remember getting such a thrill when your mom would reply! It's hard to explain, but you've replied to me before on your "lives" and it's so much fun to think you all are real and it's not just some reality TV I'm watching! ...that may not have made sense, but, I guess I'm just wanting to thank you for sharing Renee with us. All I knew was that she was a beautiful girl and that she was greatly loved and missed. 💖💔
My sister had two sons. She lost one when he was 35. I see how his brother, my nephew, carries his older brother with him every day. Renee is always with you. ❤️
Wow Buddy. Thank you for sharing Renee with us. Your Mom mentioned her briefly in a video than moved on. As shes entitled. I've lost two of my older brothers to Cancer and Diabetes. My Mom is from the South. Not a quiet woman. When my brothers names are mentioned, She gets quiet and quickly change the subject. You Rascal. Made me cry. It's is wonderful Renee got to marry, have children and experience life.Keep all those pictures. She did have an infectious smile. I agree. Her daughter does look like her. Be blessed my friend.
Renee look just like your mom in your moms younger days! I miss her so bad. I went to the channel last night to get a recipe for a Texas tornado cake. She was a wonderful cook. She had pancreatic cancer the same time as my sister. They passed just a few months apart.
She really blossomed into a purdy thing.💕 I lost my baby brother to cancer in ‘17. He was retired from the Air Force. He was a wonderful man. I’m just getting to the point that I can enjoy a good belly laugh remembering his antics. I understand that gnawing loss that you feel. Blessings to you.
Loved hearing about life with Renee growing up and the family that she started with her husband too. My heart is full. What a beautiful family. What a testament to your Mom too that she knew what was best for you two and did the right thing by you. It’s not easy being a single Mom. I sometimes think about Mr Bucky and I wonder if he wasn’t an angel sent by God to you three. He was such a beautiful, sweet kind man and by all accounts he was a good Step Dad as well as husband. I just sit in wonder at how big of an influence Ms Phyllis and Mr Bucky were to so many of us. Their story isn’t just beautiful, it is one for the ages. You are another testament and further proof that your Mama knew what she was doing raising you kids. And to go further your own kids are amazing young men and women (yours and Renee’s). Now that is a true family legacy and all that is important in the end. You should be very proud. Thanks Stephen. Thanks for not letting your Moms Channel just fall to the wayside and thanks for sharing your memories and stories as well. I’m sure I speak for all of us when I tell you how much we all appreciate it. It means the world. It really does. 😊🙏🏻❤️
Not sure why I care so much about your family - but I do. Can't thank you enough for these posts after Ms Phyllis passed. She expanded my life - with her cooking and all - so - thank you and your mom, especially. No family is perfect and we all know it - but we appreciate your willingness to share the good and the not so good. It makes us feel normal. God Bless You.
Everytime I watch your videos I always see your mom in you. I love that so much. You have done well with this channel. I love hearing your stories. You share your memories so well. Your mother would be extremely proud 😊
Wow, you have such excellent way of sharing your LOVE with us. Thank you for allowing us to be there with you (memory lane) of Renee. Such a beautiful sister. You are such a wonderful brother and son, for bringing back these special times from 1970-2009? Phyllis would be so proud of you. Because, when we leave this world, all we leave are memories. So it is so important, to live our lives with memories left, that others will be proud to share in future in years. Right? Brigitte from Tulsa Oklahoma (originally from Stuttgart Germany)
Thank you for sharing your memories. Renee sounds like a feisty, adventurous and brilliant young woman. Sometimes we cry while reminiscing, but it’s also a way of keeping them close to us.
I was crying by the end of this video missing your mom and mr. Bucky and hearing about Renee. Thank you for sharing all the memories. I still find it unbelievable that they have all passed away. I have been watching your mom's channel for long time and enjoyed her and Mr. Bucky's interactions together. Both were feisty and funny. I miss them so much. Take care Stephen. 💟
Hi Steve, I found your Mom on RUclips while she was re-decorating an RV. I stayed because when you see someone with such grace and heart, it's like a moth to a flame, she just had that way about her, didn't she. Thanks for sharing your memories about her, Bucky and you and your sister!!!
What a sweet tribute to your sister. It is very obvious that you loved her. Oh and the policeman story!! That was too cute. Thank you for sharing about Renee. I love watching your videos, how you include family, and how you keep the memory of your sweet mom alive. Have a great 4th. Lord bless.
It’s not easy losing a sibling. I lost a sister in 2006 and a brother in 2019. You know I loved my Mom and Dad to pieces, but with siblings it’s a different kind of love. There isn’t a day that goes by that both of them are thought of. My heart goes out to you as I know where you are coming from. My daughter also has Lupus and has had several flare ups and she works in urgent care. Take care and thanks for sharing your memories of Renée.
Ms. Phyliss lived an awesome life, and gave the world some beautiful, productive kids. She did a great job with you guys. R.I.P. Renee, Phyliss and Bucky.
I know how hard it is to lose someone you love. In 1966 my mom and my older sister were killed in a car accident, I was 10 years old and remember it like yesterday. It took many years for me to talk a little about it and after all these years I still get tears thinking about it. We were told not to talk about it because it would make my dad sad so I never spoke about it even when I wanted to. I am glad you are talking about it because each time it gets a little easier. Take care and thanks for sharing
How sad. I’m so sorry. I was born in 65 and lost my mom a year ago and I still think about calling her. It doesn’t feel real. I’m so close to my daughters I can’t imagine oh my girls not having me to talk to you especially during the teen years
I'll have to watch this again Stephen. I lost my sister two weeks ago from COVID19 and I'm suffering right now so this video is difficult for me. Sorry Renee had such a short life, but kind of you to bring her to life for us.
God bless you. This is so sad to hear... I will keep you in my prayers. It's so hard to lose those we love... hard to imagine we might. We really dont know where this disease journey will end up. I pray it somehow, by GODS grace, will disappear. My family lost 3 in the 1918 Spanish flu. I will keep you in my prayers for strength & comfort... plrase look to the LORD for both.
I can remember your mom discussing your family and mentioning Renee’s name. I don’t think I ever knew what happened to her but I knew she died way before her time. She’s very pretty and her children are very good looking and smart!!! I really appreciate Renee’s pictures and listening to your memories of her. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing Renee's photos and family, I went on the realtor sight and looked up Ms.Phyllis and Mr. Bucky's home and it was so sad and I cried all over again. If I lived there I would buy it.
It’s good to talk Stephen, lovely memories for you and your beautiful sister, she was taken far too soon. I think it really helps to sit and reminisce about the old times, good or bad, memories just flood back, and as you say, very therapeutic. I really enjoyed listening to you walk down memory lane, thank you for sharing.
I feel like your Mom was a part of my family. She would sent me positive affirmations while I was going thru breast cancer. Just little responses thru chat. What a wonderful family you have! You will be judged by your fruits- you are a Peach of a son💗 Both your Mom & sister are smiling upon you!
Thanks for sharing memories of your sister. I am not far from your mother's age and am blessed to be the oldest of my late parents' children. I have 8 sisters and a brother and grew up in a small three-bedroom apartment in Ontario CANADA. All of my siblings are alive and well. We may lose ones we love in death but never the memories.🙏🤗🕊
My brother has been gone 40 years today & I loved hearing about Renee’s life. The memories are precious gifts we carry in our hearts. Your Mom & Mr Bucky were a blessing to so many people. God bless your family & Renee’s 🙏🌹🙏
Some beautiful memories Steven. Your sister was a doll and it's so sad that her life was cut short. Thanks for sharing, I know it must have been difficult....
Steven thank you for always being candid, as your Momma always was. I can relate to the clash of characters between Rene and Miss Phyllis. I have the same situation with my daughters. Yes, you have many memories, some painfull childhood ones, and more happy, as we all. I think these common experiences connect us, because I feel as if I know you all. God bless you and your lovely family!
Thanks for telling us about Renee. She was not only beautiful but smart too!.You looked sad when you started the video and really sad at the end. I am so sorry you lost her. Are you and Ernie not very close now? You got a hair cut.
I loved your mom. She gave and gave. She made me feel good when I was down. Her story of meeting Mr. Bucky at the dance hall, was so nostalgic for me. I will miss her. You are blessed to have her in your life. God bless you.
Your mom sure had strong genes! Your sister was a carbon copy of your mom.What an emotional video for you to make. I could feel your pain in telling it, but I'm very thankful you were willing to do so. I hope it provided you with some relief. I don't think we ever get "rid" of the grief, we just learn to live with it. We never heard the arguing with may parents...it was just a constant coldness when they were in the same room. Never knew why until they separated, then the house became warm. That's what I felt as a child, since I couldn't put words to it. Thank you for telling us about your life with Renee.
Francie Garneau So actually because I’m Renee I have done research into the name and apparently it means born again so I’m not sure if Phyllis knew that or not when naming her daughter but you are right she was a carbon copy of her there’s no doubt about that.
Thanks for sharing about your sister Renee. I read your Mom's book titled Going Up. It helped me after losing my 38 year old daughter August 2018 to leukemia. Your Mom was an inspiration to me that I could make it.
Beautiful Renee! God bless her beautiful soul! God bless her beautiful children and their families. God bless your whole family. Thank you for sharing this Stephen.
This is a beautiful sharing, dear son. I missed seeing pics of you alongside growing up with your beautiful sister, though. Your mom and I are the same age give or take a few months so when I found her channel a few years ago, we bonded and though I may have missed some of her episodes I do remember one in which she and Mr.Bucky spoke of how hard it was to lose Renee. I was surprised to learn from you today that Renee had four children and I never even knew that she was married. I guess I surmised she had died while still much younger. I wonder how much time Phyllis got to spend with those little grandchildren, as it sounds like they moved around quite a bit...anyway, it is so good that you keep in touch. Much love to you!
I remember watching your Mom and Bucky's video where they talked about how they met and then your mom disclosed about Rene. Lost my only child over 10 years ago....The hardest thing I ever faced but I praise Jesus cause I will see him again.
You could tell that talking about Renee was so hard for you mom. Miss Phyllis is so missed. Thank you for continuing her work.
My daughter is that allergic to poison oak.
It’s heart warming knowing Mr. Bucky and Renee were there with opened arms when your mama transitioned.
Beautiful thought. Thank you.
You and your sister look so much like your mother!
I remember Phyllis and Bucky talking about her (in a video), he said, "she was like my own daughter". Very sweet, thanks for sharing!
Thank you for sharing about Renee and your family times. Amazing how much she favored Phyllis. Your mom and Mr. Bucky would be so proud of you and your interest in continuing her channel. I miss both of them. Keep up your cooking too. Enjoy you also.
Renee sounds feisty like your mom was
Joel Swanson I remember that video too
I love that Ms. Phyllis and Mr. Bucky are kept alive via this channel. I “met” them looking for a recipe and kept coming back because they were so genuine and lovely people.
Wow. Thanks for sharing. I'm very sorry for your losses.
I know you miss them so much. Your mother's voice eased many stressful nights for me when I discovered her channel. You are rich to come from such a close family.
Yes
She’s BEAUTIFUL, SHE LOOKS LIKE YOUR MOM AND SO DO YOU !!
I agree. I see Miss Phyllis in both Steven and Rene ♥️
I remember once that your mother spoke of Renee....and she got so teary eyed that she couldn't talk much about it.....and then Mr. Bucky spoke up and said something to the effect that "she was my daughter, too." I thought then, how wonderful it must be to have a step father that really loved and cared for the children. He also said, and I think in the same video, about how your experience at the Citadel had influenced his son to attend. What a wonderful, blended family.
Your mom would be proud of how you've carried on her channel 😊💐
Thank you!
Renee has Ms. Phyllis written all over her... So beautiful
if i remember right ,your mother talked about Rene with tears in her eyes and she couldnt finish so Buckey helped her. i felt so sad for her at that moment. i sure do miss you Ms. Phyllis
I miss her too...
Steven, what a sweet and respectful tribute to your sister...thank you for sharing your memories of her....
Oh Renee looks so much like yours & her mother!! Her smile,eyes,shape of her face!
They are never gone as we carry them in our hearts ❤️. Yesterday my only Son has been gone 6 months. His smile would light up a room. How much more precious is Resurrection knowing our loved ones are there? Blessings and I thank God for the memories. Thank you for sharing.
Mrs. Domino...I'm sending you a big, warm & loving hug....God bless you dear...
So sorry for your loss, Mrs. Domino. Sending prayers from N. Ga....
God bless you.
Thank you for the stories. I love your Mom and Mr. Bucky! Now we love you and your family... God Bless!
Beautiful sister!
Another comment if you don’t mind. I nearly died of Sepsis 18months ago. They woke me one night and asked me if I would want to be resuscitated. They said if I was I would be in a wheelchair and on dialysis. I said NO But I pulled through. I am in a wheelchair but not yet needing dialysis. I have told my lawyer I don’t want it. When that time comes however soon I am ready to pass. In the meantime I watch my iPad, read books and when it’s warm I sit in my porch and enjoy the view I have been given. My husband died 6 months tomorrow. Bless his soul. He was 80. A good life. I will be 78 on New Years Eve 🤗
I lost my mom when I was a young. I came across your mom’s channel back in November 2019. Your mom’s recipes reminded me of the foods my mom used to make for us when I was a child. Your mom had such a comforting voice, she gave me back some of the most cherished memories through her recipes. Growing up without a mom was difficult. Many blessings & comfort to you and your love ones. Thank you 💞
So sorry your sisters children lost their mother at such a young age.
Your sister was beautiful just like her mother. You all have wonderful children. Everyone has accomplished so much, no wonder your mother was very proud of all of you.
Sir it sounds like you are missing your Mom and Sister I'm so sorry for all your loss 🙏 that the Lord brings to your heart so much comfort and joy. It's nice that your sharing all those wonderful memories with us all regarding your sister Renne. God bless you and yours.
OMG Stephen, I had to rewind to make sure you really said that! Slicker than snot on a doorknob! You made me spit out my coffee I laughed so hard!! Great memories of your sister! I can really see your mom in her!
What a sweet remembrance video. Honestly Colonel, you have so much class. What a wonderful gentleman you are. It’s obvious your children are following in your footsteps. How wonderful that you are keeping your mom’s channel alive. Thank you very much. Greetings from California 🇺🇸
Missing teeth is probably around six years old. She is beautiful. You are blessed to have these momentos.
I know what it's like to lose a sibling. I had a brother 3 yrs younger than me who died in an auto accident when he was 21. That was 1976.
My husband is also a retired Air force pilot. He flew RC 135's and refueling planes.
My sister died from complications of Lupus...it was horrible..I try to push those memories from that time...I do fight /help raise money for more Lupus research/ making people more aware of what Lupus is! My sister wasn't diagnosed untill it had destroyed her body organs! We had never heard of Lupus.... thanks for sharing her sisters life!
I understand your family's pain. I lost my sister in 1975, still miss her, think of her every day, and I lost my son eight years ago. My sister would be a great-grandma now, just like me, and she would have loved it. My son never married and had no children. Oh well, God has plans we do not understand. I really admired your mom. RIP, Phyllis and Mr. Bucky. Steve, thank you for talking to us and telling your family stories. Please continue. We are here to listen to you. You know her videos come up in my feed now and then and I just cannot watch them yet. But I did enjoy them. I will get back to them in time. I know I did not see them all.
Renee was beautiful, just like your mom. You resemble her too. Your speech and mannerisms are totally "Phyllis!"
Why in the world would someone press the thumbs down button? This man is sharing his memories of his sister when they were growing up.
Bad has been present since the begining of times and will be here till the end.
"My children you are amongst wolves...."
What a beautiful tribute to your sister. Phyllis didn’t really mention Renee too much and I understand it was probably very hard for her to talk about her. She’s so, so pretty and in that older picture, where she was probably 10 or 11, she looks so much like your mom. You also resemble your mom so Phyllis’ traits were quite dominate! Her and Mr. Bucky did do a “sit down” visit one time where they talked about losing Renee. Such a sad and tragic story. Thank you for sharing these wonderful memories with all of us 😊
I remember that Video well... Kris. It was heart wrenching to see Ms. Phyliss so upset.. Her daughter meant everything to her.. you could tell.. I didn't realize she had four grandchildren...
lvk4pj .....I had just recently learned of the 4 grandchildren during one of the Live chats that Stephen and his kids did. I feel so bad for Stephen to have lost both his mom and his sister. Such wonderful people.
Thank you for sharing your memories of your sister. She and your mom are together again. My little brother died seven years ago at the age of 32. My mother is counting the days until she sees him again. What an awesome hope we have in Jesus.
Of course Miss Phyllis had a heart shaped uterus! I could not imagine a more fitting shape… She was such a wonderful and lovely woman. I miss her and I miss Mr. Bucky and those sweet dogs. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing with us. I miss Phyllis and Bucky. Broke my heart when they passed away. My heart broke for her too when Bucky died.
Oh Stephen I’m so sorry that you have to miss all three of them. Thank you so much for sharing with us, your priceless memories. I miss your mom like so many others and I had wondered so many times about your sister. I appreciate you so much for helping us to fill in some very vital information about your wonderful family. God bless you and your little family. My prayers are with you all.
Thank you colonel. It takes a lot to reminisce and go back one some of the memories weren't so positive. You're a good man Colonel with a wonderful family of your own you just a good human being we love you
Beautiful to listen too...but with tears in my eyes.
I lost my only brother in 1999 and then my Father the same year . Thank the Lord for Jesus because he got me through it because I had to help my Mom who fell to pieces. I was blown away,too. But God was my strong 💪tower. Thank you for your uplifting sharing it was wonderful.
Amen - what inspiring strength. God is so so good to us 😻
Thank you, Steve. I know it wasn’t easy for you to make this video. God bless you and your entire family!
I thoroughly enjoyed going down Memory Lane with you. It's strange how your mom made me feel as though I was a part of her family.
I've been waiting for this video for a long time; thank you for sharing it.
Stephen, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I knew Miss Phyllis spoke a little about Renee and it was terribly painful. Renees son looks a lot like You. I can see The resemblance with Miss Phyllis and her. I can only tell you that your mom is so proud of you carrying on her channel. Most boys don’t step up like you have done. I always thought Miss Phyllis and I would meet as I lived in Beaufort, S.C. Just a couple of hours away. I’m the one that contacted you regarding the RV. Needless to say after years of marriage things fell down the tubes the past two months. I’m with my daughter in Tn after 16yrs if marriage, a big shock. I have my two dogs with me at 55yrs old. My Weimaraner weighs 105 lbs and my other is a rescue pup. I’m glad your conversation and sharing provided some therapeutic benefits. You sure have helped so many of us that grieve over your mom. She set quite the example of our southern roots and had a heart of gold. Sending blessings to You and your family and keeping you in our prayers. Thanks so much for serving our country. 😀marnie
Thank you, Marnie. Sorry to hear about what you're going through. I pray God helps you through this tough time.
Hello from Alberta, Canada. I miss your mumme in many ways, her calm voice, her patience, her classiness, her advice, her recipes and story telling ability ... a gift that you inherited from her. Tears. cat.
Sweetie, you are a chip off the ole' block, Ms. Phyllis is smiling from ear to ear at how you are carrying on in her absence...good job.
Hey Colonel, Thank you for sharing your heart and memories. You're a good son. Bless you
Thanks Stephen for sharing your memories of your beautiful sister Renee and her family and the close bond you had with Renee it was so heartwarming and she looks so much like Miss Phyllis.
Thank you again it was much appreciated and You and Family keep well and stay safe🙏
Thanks so much
So sad to lose a sibling. I lost my only sister when she was 22 in an auto wreck. I miss her dearly and it was 1974 but you never really get over it. God bless you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Stephen, for sharing Renee with us, I know it was hard to do.
I didn’t realize both your parents had passed . I sure loved your moms videos . I’m very sorry for your loss . They are with Christ now .
Thank you, Janice.
Thank you so much, Stephen, for the beautiful tribute to Renee. I can feel your love and pain in losing her. God Bless you.
Stephen, you’ve really touched our hearts with this one. You’re a fine man and one I’d be proud to call Son. You know when you meet a man like you that your mom has taught you well. Love and respect one another. That’s what it’s all about!! You are passing down to your kids how to love and be respectful, too. God bless you!! It’s sad to see loved ones pass but we know we’ll see them again. Your family knew you loved them.
Thank you!
I totally agree with this comment. Love and respect is a quality that is becoming so rare In our society today ,Such a blessing to see these qualities in you and your children. And yes we are also real people who enjoy show just as much as when your Mum and Bucky were doing them . It would have been very hard doing memory past as I have also least a brother to pancreatic cancer and both my parents . Memories are precious and what you and your Mum and Bucky did will be future memories for your families.You are doing a wonderful job. We all appreciate you your family and your time .Thank you 💖❌⭕️
I discovered Phyllis about a year ago, and I remember binge watching lol. Soon after I got to know about her, I saw the one with Bucky's death and I was crushed for her. All while she was dealing with her own health. I truly believe she died soon after Bucky because of a broken heart. They were always together and cute little homebodies.. I was so sad but i felt that she was happy to be with him again.. Thank you for keeping her page alive. I love all the stories and photos and I'm glad you shared Renee with us. I remember it was hard for her to talk about Renee in the video of when they first met. But I wanted to know more about her. She was so pretty and she looked a lot like your mom.
You are very welcome! Thanks for watching.
You are your Moms Son! So much like what we knew of her videos. The love and compassion . I know she must be so happy seeing you on her Chanel from her Heavenly Home. Enjoyed so much. Thank You .
I miss seeing your mother cook all those delicious foods. She was such a grand lady.
Bless your heart. I knew talking about Renee was just too much for your mom to do. Thank you so much for opening your heart to us. You didn't have to. It's weird to feel so close to your mom and Bucky and yet, never really knew them! Just watched them on RUclips. I remember getting such a thrill when your mom would reply! It's hard to explain, but you've replied to me before on your "lives" and it's so much fun to think you all are real and it's not just some reality TV I'm watching! ...that may not have made sense, but, I guess I'm just wanting to thank you for sharing Renee with us. All I knew was that she was a beautiful girl and that she was greatly loved and missed. 💖💔
Every word you said is EXACTLY how I feel as well. 🙏
Thank you Barbara and Virginia. That is very kind of you!
The older Renee got, the more she looked like your mom. She was so pretty.
I make her version of bread pudding often. Always bring up the video and listen to her when making it. Really miss her. She raised good children.
My sister had two sons. She lost one when he was 35. I see how his brother, my nephew, carries his older brother with him every day. Renee is always with you. ❤️
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Wow Buddy. Thank you for sharing Renee with us. Your Mom mentioned her briefly in a video than moved on. As shes entitled. I've lost two of my older brothers to Cancer and Diabetes. My Mom is from the South. Not a quiet woman. When my brothers names are mentioned, She gets quiet and quickly change the subject. You Rascal. Made me cry. It's is wonderful Renee got to marry, have children and experience life.Keep all those pictures. She did have an infectious smile. I agree. Her daughter does look like her. Be blessed my friend.
Enjoyed your memories of your precious sister. 🥰🤗.
Thank you for sharing your family with us. God bless. You will see them again someday.
Renee look just like your mom in your moms younger days! I miss her so bad. I went to the channel last night to get a recipe for a Texas tornado cake. She was a wonderful cook. She had pancreatic cancer the same time as my sister. They passed just a few months apart.
She really blossomed into a purdy thing.💕 I lost my baby brother to cancer in ‘17. He was retired from the Air Force. He was a wonderful man. I’m just getting to the point that I can enjoy a good belly laugh remembering his antics. I understand that gnawing loss that you feel. Blessings to you.
You sir are a wonderful man. You seem to have processed your childhood so well and have blessed us with the sharing of it. Thank you.
Loved hearing about life with Renee growing up and the family that she started with her husband too. My heart is full. What a beautiful family. What a testament to your Mom too that she knew what was best for you two and did the right thing by you. It’s not easy being a single Mom. I sometimes think about Mr Bucky and I wonder if he wasn’t an angel sent by God to you three. He was such a beautiful, sweet kind man and by all accounts he was a good Step Dad as well as husband. I just sit in wonder at how big of an influence Ms Phyllis and Mr Bucky were to so many of us. Their story isn’t just beautiful, it is one for the ages. You are another testament and further proof that your Mama knew what she was doing raising you kids. And to go further your own kids are amazing young men and women (yours and Renee’s). Now that is a true family legacy and all that is important in the end. You should be very proud. Thanks Stephen. Thanks for not letting your Moms Channel just fall to the wayside and thanks for sharing your memories and stories as well. I’m sure I speak for all of us when I tell you how much we all appreciate it. It means the world. It really does. 😊🙏🏻❤️
Not sure why I care so much about your family - but I do. Can't thank you enough for these posts after Ms Phyllis passed. She expanded my life - with her cooking and all - so - thank you and your mom, especially. No family is perfect and we all know it - but we appreciate your willingness to share the good and the not so good. It makes us feel normal. God Bless You.
You are so welcome
Thank you for sharing this. You have had so much loss. Your mother is proud of you for carrying on the family history.
Thank you for sharing your stories about your family. You have your moms gift of story telling . God bless you and your family🙏
Everytime I watch your videos I always see your mom in you. I love that so much. You have done well with this channel. I love hearing your stories. You share your memories so well. Your mother would be extremely proud 😊
Wow, you have such excellent way of sharing your LOVE with us. Thank you for allowing us to be there with you (memory lane) of Renee. Such a beautiful sister. You are such a wonderful brother and son, for bringing back these special times from 1970-2009? Phyllis would be so proud of you. Because, when we leave this world, all we leave are memories. So it is so important, to live our lives with memories left, that others will be proud to share in future in years. Right? Brigitte from Tulsa Oklahoma (originally from Stuttgart Germany)
Thank you, Brigitte.
Thank you for sharing your memories. Renee sounds like a feisty, adventurous and brilliant young woman.
Sometimes we cry while reminiscing, but it’s also a way of keeping them close to us.
Thank you. She was all of those things...
I was crying by the end of this video missing your mom and mr. Bucky and hearing about Renee. Thank you for sharing all the memories. I still find it unbelievable that they have all passed away. I have been watching your mom's channel for long time and enjoyed her and Mr. Bucky's interactions together. Both were feisty and funny. I miss them so much. Take care Stephen. 💟
Thanks for sharing, Steven! Your mom would be pleased.She raised a good guy!
Hi Steve, I found your Mom on RUclips while she was re-decorating an RV. I stayed because when you see someone with such grace and heart, it's like a moth to a flame, she just had that way about her, didn't she. Thanks for sharing your memories about her, Bucky and you and your sister!!!
Thank you!
What a sweet tribute to your sister. It is very obvious that you loved her. Oh and the policeman story!! That was too cute. Thank you for sharing about Renee. I love watching your videos, how you include family, and how you keep the memory of your sweet mom alive. Have a great 4th. Lord bless.
What a beautiful sister you had. You have many sweet memories to hold on to. Thank you Stephen.
It’s not easy losing a sibling. I lost a sister in 2006 and a brother in 2019. You know I loved my Mom and Dad to pieces, but with siblings it’s a different kind of love. There isn’t a day that goes by that both of them are thought of. My heart goes out to you as I know where you are coming from. My daughter also has Lupus and has had several flare ups and she works in urgent care. Take care and thanks for sharing your memories of Renée.
💔so sorry
Ms. Phyliss lived an awesome life, and gave the world some beautiful, productive kids. She did a great job with you guys. R.I.P. Renee, Phyliss and Bucky.
Your mama will be very proud of the way you are continuing her legacy. ❤️
I know how hard it is to lose someone you love. In 1966 my mom and my older sister were killed in a car accident, I was 10 years old and remember it like yesterday. It took many years for me to talk a little about it and after all these years I still get tears thinking about it. We were told not to talk about it because it would make my dad sad so I never spoke about it even when I wanted to. I am glad you are talking about it because each time it gets a little easier. Take care and thanks for sharing
How sad. I’m so sorry. I was born in 65 and lost my mom a year ago and I still think about calling her. It doesn’t feel real. I’m so close to my daughters I can’t imagine oh my girls not having me to talk to you especially during the teen years
and that is why we can all tell you’re a very loving father. You love strong.
I'll have to watch this again Stephen. I lost my sister two weeks ago from COVID19 and I'm suffering right now so this video is difficult for me. Sorry Renee had such a short life, but kind of you to bring her to life for us.
God bless you. This is so sad to hear... I will keep you in my prayers. It's so hard to lose those we love... hard to imagine we might. We really dont know where this disease journey will end up. I pray it somehow, by GODS grace, will disappear. My family lost 3 in the 1918 Spanish flu. I will keep you in my prayers for strength & comfort... plrase look to the LORD for both.
I can remember your mom discussing your family and mentioning Renee’s name. I don’t think I ever knew what happened to her but I knew she died way before her time. She’s very pretty and her children are very good looking and smart!!!
I really appreciate Renee’s pictures and listening to your memories of her.
Thank you.
I miss her so much.,and Mr Bucky.a lovely couple. Filled with faith and love.amen.
Thank you for sharing Renee's photos and family, I went on the realtor sight and looked up Ms.Phyllis and Mr. Bucky's home and it was so sad and I cried all over again. If I lived there I would buy it.
It’s good to talk Stephen, lovely memories for you and your beautiful sister, she was taken far too soon. I think it really helps to sit and reminisce about the old times, good or bad, memories just flood back, and as you say, very therapeutic. I really enjoyed listening to you walk down memory lane, thank you for sharing.
I feel like your Mom was a part of my family. She would sent me positive affirmations while I was going thru breast cancer. Just little responses thru chat. What a wonderful family you have! You will be judged by your fruits- you are a Peach of a son💗 Both your Mom & sister are smiling upon you!
Thank you, Amy!
Phyllis Stokes and Son 💗
Thanks for sharing memories of your sister. I am not far from your mother's age and am blessed to be the oldest of my late parents' children. I have 8 sisters and a brother and grew up in a small three-bedroom apartment in Ontario CANADA. All of my siblings are alive and well. We may lose ones we love in death but never the memories.🙏🤗🕊
My brother has been gone 40 years today & I loved hearing about Renee’s life. The memories are precious gifts we carry in our hearts. Your Mom & Mr Bucky were a blessing to so many people. God bless your family & Renee’s 🙏🌹🙏
Some beautiful memories Steven. Your sister was a doll and it's so sad that her life was cut short. Thanks for sharing, I know it must have been difficult....
Steven thank you for always being candid, as your Momma always was. I can relate to the clash of characters between Rene and Miss Phyllis. I have the same situation with my daughters. Yes, you have many memories, some painfull childhood ones, and more happy, as we all. I think these common experiences connect us, because I feel as if I know you all. God bless you and your lovely family!
I have no question and totally appreciate you sharing some of your precious memories. Renee had an awesome brother ... Thank you Steven
I sense your a good person but I also sense a sadness about you. God Bless You ❤
Thanks for telling us about Renee. She was not only beautiful but smart too!.You looked sad when you started the video and really sad at the end. I am so sorry you lost her.
Are you and Ernie not very close now?
You got a hair cut.
I loved your mom. She gave and gave. She made me feel good when I was down. Her story of meeting Mr. Bucky at the dance hall, was so nostalgic for me. I will miss her. You are blessed to have her in your life. God bless you.
Thank you Steven. I still watch your mom’s videos. Great lady. She will not be forgotten.
Your mom sure had strong genes! Your sister was a carbon copy of your mom.What an emotional video for you to make. I could feel your pain in telling it, but I'm very thankful you were willing to do so. I hope it provided you with some relief. I don't think we ever get "rid" of the grief, we just learn to live with it. We never heard the arguing with may parents...it was just a constant coldness when they were in the same room. Never knew why until they separated, then the house became warm. That's what I felt as a child, since I couldn't put words to it. Thank you for telling us about your life with Renee.
Francie Garneau So actually because I’m Renee I have done research into the name and apparently it means born again so I’m not sure if Phyllis knew that or not when naming her daughter but you are right she was a carbon copy of her there’s no doubt about that.
I've been in homes that you describe as being "cool" & it's better than arguing, but a happy home is much more pleasant where people laugh.
I think of your mama often. A gentle soul.♥️♥️
Thanks for sharing about your sister Renee. I read your Mom's book titled Going Up. It helped me after losing my 38 year old daughter August 2018 to leukemia. Your Mom was an inspiration to me that I could make it.
So Sorry for your Loss!!
Beautiful Renee! God bless her beautiful soul! God bless her beautiful children and their families. God bless your whole family. Thank you for sharing this Stephen.
I love your family! I wrote your mom a personal letter, so glad I did that, she said she liked to know about our lives too.
This is a beautiful sharing, dear son. I missed seeing pics of you alongside growing up with your beautiful sister, though. Your mom and I are the same age give or take a few months so when I found her channel a few years ago, we bonded and though I may have missed some of her episodes I do remember one in which she and Mr.Bucky spoke of how hard it was to lose Renee. I was surprised to learn from you today that Renee had four children and I never even knew that she was married. I guess I surmised she had died while still much younger. I wonder how much time Phyllis got to spend with those little grandchildren, as it sounds like they moved around quite a bit...anyway, it is so good that you keep in touch. Much love to you!
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I remember watching your Mom and Bucky's video where they talked about how they met and then your mom disclosed about Rene. Lost my only child over 10 years ago....The hardest thing I ever faced but I praise Jesus cause I will see him again.
I sure miss watching your mom's videos, her and Mr. Bucky. Thanks for sharing!