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Steven Lieberman Obituary

75, passed away May 27, 2021 at Norfolk Heart Hospital. Steve was born in Brooklyn, New York on May 6, 1946 to Richard and Esther Margolies Lieberman. He moved, with his family, to Roanoke Virginia and several years later to Richmond, Va. He graduated from Douglas Freeman High School, VCU and Washington College of Law. Steve served as City Attorney of Portsmouth, Va. before entering private practice. Steve loved playing golf, having had three holes in one, all at his favorite course, Cypress Point, in Virginia Beach. He played with friends in the "Lieberman Group" for many years. Steve loved the New York Giants football team and the San Francisco Giants baseball team. He boasted that he was born on the same day as his idol, Willie Mays.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sherry Blum Lieberman. Son, Brian Lieberman, daughter Lisa Thatch, husband John Thatch and his special loves that call him Pop, Ashlyn Lieberman, Evan Lieberman, Tyler Thatch, Hunter Thatch, Tara Thatch, and Duane Lieberman. His sister, Marilyn Eber, South Bend, Indiana who shared his birthday, May 6, sister and brother in law, Linda Green and Ernie Smith, Fond du Lac Wisconsin, loving nieces, cousins, aunts and friends.

A celebration of Steve's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on May 30, 2021.

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Dr. Lydia Pettis Patton

May 24, 2023

Attorney Lieberman was a great human being, I enjoyed working with him in the City of Portsmouth, where I served in every capacity over my 30 years in municipal government. I know he was most proud of me for becoming the first woman City Manager. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers. His Spirit is eternal always with us. Dr. L. Pettis Patton, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Dr. Lydia Pettis Patton

May 24, 2022

Unforgettable is the song that plays in my mind when i think of Steve. He was a great person to work with, and he loved his work. He will always be remember and thanks for sharing this anniversary date of his entering eternal life.

Mike Atkinson

June 25, 2021

I met Steve thru Advance Auto Parts, Just heard he had passed away. I enjoyed working with him, he was always pleasant and had so many great stories.

Dr. L. Pettis Patton

June 1, 2021

My condolences to the family of Steve Liberman who I worked with in the city of Portsmouth in the late 80’s. To get Steve to smile or laugh was always special for their was a blush with his s laughter. While he will be greatly missed his caring spirit and love for family and others will live through his spirit forever.
Dr. L. Pettis Patto
Fredericksburg, Virginia

Dr. L. Pettis Patton

June 1, 2021

My condolences to the family of Steve Liberman who I worked with in the city of Portsmouth in the late 80’s. To get Steve to smile or laugh was always special for their was a blush with his s laughter. While he will be greatly missed his caring spirit and love for family and others will live through his spirit forever.
Dr. L. Pettis Patto
Fredericksburg, Virginia

Dr. L. Pettis Patton

June 1, 2021

My condolences to the family of Steve Liberman who I worked with in the city of Portsmouth in the late 80’s. To get Steve to smile or laugh was always special for their was a blush with his s laughter. While he will be greatly missed his caring spirit and love for family and others will live through his spirit forever.
Dr. L. Pettis Patto
Fredericksburg, Virginia

Dr. L. Pettis Patton

June 1, 2021

My condolences to the family of Steve Liberman who I worked with in the city of Portsmouth in the late 80’s. To get Steve to smile or laugh was always special for their was a blush with his s laughter. While he will be greatly missed his caring spirit and love for family and others will live through his spirit forever.
Dr. L. Pettis Patto
Fredericksburg, Virginia

Betty Jean McMurran

May 31, 2021

Oh, Sherry...
Just saw Steve’s obituary. So very sorry...what a kind, smart man. ‘Always enjoyed seeing him. Dennis joins in extending sympathy.

BONITA LINDENBERG

May 31, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Charlene Garceau

May 30, 2021

Sherry, Tom and I are so very sorry to hear about Steve.
We shared lots of laughs and good times at CYPT.
Prayers for strength for the family during this difficult time.
Hugs and prayers to you!
TOM & CHARLENE GARCEAU

Marsha Spain

May 30, 2021

I am so sorry Sherry, Steve was always so kind and thoughtful. I was just talking about all the fun we had through the years at CYPT...your and Steve were part of that. My prayers are with you and your family.

Sierra Miller

May 30, 2021

So very sorry for all of youSherry have many fond memories of dinner and golf at Cypress Point.Sending Prayers and Love, Sierra and Larry

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