Steven R. Polsz, age 64, of Prospect Park, PA, peacefully made the transition into Eternal Life with his wife by his side on July 7, 2022 after a long battle with vascular dementia. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of Robert S. Polsz and Caroline M. Polsz (nee Peterson) and was the oldest of three boys. He grew up in the Fishtown and Southwest neighborhoods of Philadelphia and also lived in Havertown and Drexel Hill, PA.

He was the beloved husband of Carla J. Tyler-Polsz for 26 years; father of Adam L. Polsz (Christine), second father to Richard I. Stow III (Casie) and Diana Esposito (Andrew); and grandfather of Daphne, Amelia, and Johnny. He was also survived by his parents Robert and Caroline Polsz; and was the brother of Ken Polsz (Carol) and David Polsz (Dottie); uncle of Mark Polsz (Erica), Dennis Polsz, Katie Polsz, Darren Polsz, and Deanna Polsz; and granduncle of Emily and Lila.

Steve was a 1976 graduate of Central High School in Philadelphia. After high school, he studied Computer Science at Drexel University and Temple University and then returned to Drexel University in 2009 to study Mathematics. He bridged the gap between technical studies and creativity with ease as an artist, singer-songwriter, novelist, poet, graphic designer, and game designer. He was particularly interested in synchronicity in interdisciplinary works of art, language, math, music, and spirituality. For example, he was searching for the spiritual connections between Gematria, Kabbalah, and Tarot.

Steve wrote prodigiously. Journals upon journals were filled with songs, fiction, poetry, and even the beginning of a play about bike messengers titled "Rush." In a 1986 issue of The Rainbow, he published the tutorial "Optimum Animation: Get better graphics while using less memory." In 2009, Steve won the Literature Contest at Drexel University in the Creative Non-Fiction category recalling his experiences as a bike messenger in the 1980's. He was very proud of his fantasy novels "A tale for Adam Lucifer" and "Nightmare".

Among his favorite creative outlets was oil painting. There were constantly multiple pieces of art in progress in his studio and the walls of the home he shared with Carla were adorned with his art. Steve had the opportunity to share his passion for painting with the community when he was featured in a shared exhibit at Borders Books and Music and a solo exhibit at The Last Drop Coffee Shop.

Steve valued empowering other creative people and so he served as the editor of multiple publications, starting with his high school yearbook. Later in life, publications included "Aspects", "Proteus", "Tarot Views", and satirical editions of the "Protedious." He particularly enjoyed collaborative works, including painting challenges, artist trading cards, and tarot deck projects with participants from around the globe.

Steve was a former member of Mensa, serving as Proteus editor and Regional Gathering Committee Chair. For their Regional Gatherings, Steve would often design some of the most creative costumes for the balls including flamingos, chess pieces, and Star Wars characters.

Steve held various jobs throughout the years that allowed him to interact with people in all walks of life. He started as a teenager working at his Gram's hotel in Atlantic City, followed by working at Steel Pier on the boardwalk. After college, he worked for American Expediting as a bike messenger and in accounts receivable. Seeking to work in service to others, he worked as an Activities Assistant at various adult day care centers, followed by jobs as a phone researcher and cashier. No matter what the work entailed, Steve valued the interactions with others and the stories they told.

His personality might be summed up best with the quote, "He was a man with a keen eye for the ridiculous, and an active imagination" from Anne McCaffrey's novel "Dragonflight."

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 am on Saturday, August 27 at Grove Church (490 W. Boot Road, West Chester, PA) where Pastor Eva Johnson will preside. Visitation with the family will be prior to memorial service at 10 am. Masking will be required during visitation and memorial service. Memorial service will be streamed. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations in honor of Steven Polsz can be directed to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org/donate) or Humanity Gifts Registry (P.O. Box 835, Philadelphia, PA 19105-0835).

Thank you to the caring staff at Rosewood Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center and the hospice care team from Compassus.

Steven R. Polsz, age 64, of Prospect Park, PA, peacefully made the transition into Eternal Life with his wife by his side on July 7, 2022 after a long battle with vascular dementia. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of Robert S. Polsz and Caroline M. Polsz (nee Peterson) and was the oldest of three boys. He grew up in the Fishtown and Southwest neighborhoods of Philadelphia and also lived in Havertown and Drexel Hill, PA.

He was the beloved husband of Carla J. Tyler-Polsz for 26 years; father of Adam L. Polsz (Christine), second father to Richard I. Stow III (Casie) and Diana Esposito (Andrew); and grandfather of Daphne, Amelia, and Johnny. He was also survived by his parents Robert and Caroline Polsz; and was the brother of Ken Polsz (Carol) and David Polsz (Dottie); uncle of Mark Polsz (Erica), Dennis Polsz, Katie Polsz, Darren Polsz, and Deanna Polsz; and granduncle of Emily and Lila.

Steve was a 1976 graduate of Central High School in Philadelphia. After high school, he studied Computer Science at Drexel University and Temple University and then returned to Drexel University in 2009 to study Mathematics. He bridged the gap between technical studies and creativity with ease as an artist, singer-songwriter, novelist, poet, graphic designer, and game designer. He was particularly interested in synchronicity in interdisciplinary works of art, language, math, music, and spirituality. For example, he was searching for the spiritual connections between Gematria, Kabbalah, and Tarot.

Steve wrote prodigiously. Journals upon journals were filled with songs, fiction, poetry, and even the beginning of a play about bike messengers titled "Rush." In a 1986 issue of The Rainbow, he published the tutorial "Optimum Animation: Get better graphics while using less memory." In 2009, Steve won the Literature Contest at Drexel University in the Creative Non-Fiction category recalling his experiences as a bike messenger in the 1980's. He was very proud of his fantasy novels "A tale for Adam Lucifer" and "Nightmare".

Among his favorite creative outlets was oil painting. There were constantly multiple pieces of art in progress in his studio and the walls of the home he shared with Carla were adorned with his art. Steve had the opportunity to share his passion for painting with the community when he was featured in a shared exhibit at Borders Books and Music and a solo exhibit at The Last Drop Coffee Shop.

Steve valued empowering other creative people and so he served as the editor of multiple publications, starting with his high school yearbook. Later in life, publications included "Aspects", "Proteus", "Tarot Views", and satirical editions of the "Protedious." He particularly enjoyed collaborative works, including painting challenges, artist trading cards, and tarot deck projects with participants from around the globe.

Steve was a former member of Mensa, serving as Proteus editor and Regional Gathering Committee Chair. For their Regional Gatherings, Steve would often design some of the most creative costumes for the balls including flamingos, chess pieces, and Star Wars characters.

Steve held various jobs throughout the years that allowed him to interact with people in all walks of life. He started as a teenager working at his Gram's hotel in Atlantic City, followed by working at Steel Pier on the boardwalk. After college, he worked for American Expediting as a bike messenger and in accounts receivable. Seeking to work in service to others, he worked as an Activities Assistant at various adult day care centers, followed by jobs as a phone researcher and cashier. No matter what the work entailed, Steve valued the interactions with others and the stories they told.

His personality might be summed up best with the quote, "He was a man with a keen eye for the ridiculous, and an active imagination" from Anne McCaffrey's novel "Dragonflight."

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 am on Saturday, August 27 at Grove Church (490 W. Boot Road, West Chester, PA) where Pastor Eva Johnson will preside. Visitation with the family will be prior to memorial service at 10 am. Masking will be required during visitation and memorial service. Memorial service will be streamed. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations in honor of Steven Polsz can be directed to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org/donate) or Humanity Gifts Registry (P.O. Box 835, Philadelphia, PA 19105-0835).

Thank you to the caring staff at Rosewood Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center and the hospice care team from Compassus.