Steven Isaiah Pierre

Steven Isaiah Pierre, 27, of Alexandria, Virginia, passed peacefully on Saturday, January 9, 2016. He was born on September 27, 1988 to Laverne Pierre and the late Warren Mungro. A native of Alexandria, Virginia, he attended Strafford Landing Elementary, Carl Sandburg Jr. High, and Thomas A. Edison High School. Steven continued his education in pursuit of a double major in Business Administration and Liberal Arts/Communications with concentration in Public Relations. Steven received a basketball scholarship from Bluefield State College. Due to unforeseen injuries and other complications, Steven couldn't continue his basketball career at Bluefield State College, but these minor obstacles did not stop Steven. He continued his studies at Northern Virginia Community College, and pursued his life-long passion for basketball in a different and creative way. Steven's employment professions afforded him the opportunities to work with his community to accomplish three goals: to stay on the basketball court in some form or fashion; to encourage and inspired young children; and to become the God fearing man that his family and friends can be proud of. Steven worked for the Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services from February 2007 to January 2016 as a Recreation Leader, Activity Facilitator, and a Head Coach for Gum Springs Community Center in Alexandria, Virginia. He worked for Mount Vernon Hospital in Alexandria, Virginia from September 2014 to January 2016 as a Patient Transporter. He worked for the Campagna Center in Alexandria, Virginia as an Assistant Site Director for the Campagna Kids Program from October 2015 to January 2016. Steven's work accomplishments and awards include: MVP basketball, 2011 to 2012; Head Coach of the Year, 2010; Outstanding Staff Award, 2010; Assistant Coach of the Year, 2009; Outstanding Summer Camper Leader, 2008-2013; and Volunteer Certificate of Community and Recreation Services, 2006 to 2007. Steven comes from a strong Christian background. His Grandmother, one of Jehovah's witnesses, raised Steven with the mental regulations of the scriptures found in God's word the bible. Steven was a very humble man and enjoyed life to the fullest. He tried to brighten and encourage the day of all whom he met. His smile, amazing sense of humor, and caring attitude was his life signature. Even though, he faced many challenges that took him away from his dream of becoming a professional basketball player one day, he kept a positive outlook on life and a strong hope for his future and the welfare of his family. Those who knew him experience the many facets of his character, he was kind, generous, positive, hardworking, loyal, an outstanding role model and inspiration to all who crossed his path. Steven's moto to the youths in his community was, "Don't let them say you can't make it cause you from Fordson." Steven loved spending time with his closest friends. He enjoyed basketball, bowling, golfing, trips to the movies, extreme workouts at the gym, and traveling. Also, he was the only Miami Dolphins fan among his closest friends. Although Steven's life was cut short, he touched many lives in a profound way. He leaves behind his mother, Laverne Pierre of Alexandria, Virginia; Grandmother, Carrie Beam of Stafford, Virginia; Grandfather, Nathaniel Beam of Alexandria, Virginia; one sister, JaQuita Ortiz of Manassas, Virginia; two brothers, Warren and Zy'Juan Mungro of Washington, DC; one brother-in-law, Santiago Ortiz of Manassas, Virginia, one niece Justice Ortiz; three nephews, Santiago, Tayson, and Dasun Ortiz. He also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, beloved friends, and extended family.

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Steven Isaiah Pierre

September 27, 1988 - January 9, 2016