Rev. Dr. James "Steve" Stephen Colladay

Steve was our transitional minister, at Unity center of Divine love and light. He was constantly looking to help us and show us love in every way. I had many conversations with him that left me with a better point of view. I will miss you Steve. I and happy for you that you are home, but you are missed.

I recall meeting in our local park for a social gathering during the Covid pandemic with our Unity friends. We were laughing and having fun during a difficult time for all. He will be remembered fondly. Unity in Albany was immeasurably grateful for his guidance and leadership.

We were privileged to have Steve as our transitional minister at Unity of Albany, NY during the tumultuous year of 2020. He masterfully helped us steer through the chaos of both the pandemic and our transitional period - always with that big heart of his out in front. What a beautiful guy. We will miss him and wish him Godspeed on his next big adventure. Remember, Steve: trust the process! :-) ♥

This man's legacy is a legacy of Aloha. He embodied Aloha as he mentored and helped so many people through difficult times. His stories of hanging out with Bradda Isreal Kamakawiwa'ole were amazing to hear. He will be missed, but his legacy of Aloha will live on. A hui hou, Brahha, we will malama each other as you would malama us.

All through my cohort experience Steve always had a positive word for me. And sometimes those kind words were by way of divine prophecy or revelation. His voice rings in my head as I type this. He would look me in my eyes and hold my hand as he spoke life into me. He will be missed by many, but now it is time for God to take him on yonder. May he rest in the paradise that he has earned. What a legacy he has left behind.