Steven Preston Brown-Malek

Steven Preston Brown-Malek, 64, passed away on October 13, 2024 in Troy MI. Born on June 17, 1960, Steve was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. His relationship with Christ profoundly influenced his love and dedication to his wife, children, grandchildren, church and community. If you knew Steve, you loved him.

Steve graduated from Cousino High School in 1978 and completed his trade school education becoming a Journeyman Carpenter. He worked as a Union Master Carpenter for many years. In 1999, he joined Bethesda Christian Church as their in-house carpenter and later founded Gateway To Glory Ministries with his wife. After serving at Bethesda, he was called to serve full-time in ministry and became Chaplain of the Macomb County Jail. As Chaplain, he found a plentiful mission field where he labored until the week prior to his death, adding many to the Kingdom of God. He was, indeed, "fruitful in the land of his affliction". (Gen 41:52). Steve's relationship with Jesus Christ was central to his life, and he dedicated his life to evangelizing and helping others strengthen their faith.

He was most joyful while spending time with his family. Evangelizing, cooking, hunting, skydiving, skiing (both on water and snow) and worshiping the Lord were some things he enjoyed doing most.

Steve is survived by his wife, Robin Malek; daughters, Brittanie Malek-Troy, Chelsea Bennett, and Jessica Wojt; sons-in-law, Nick Heinzelmann and Brandon Wojt; and grandchildren, Hailee, Hollie, Isaac and Ezekiel. He was preceded in death by his father, Edsel Brown; mother, Helen Malek; and adoptive father, Edward Malek.

A celebration of Steve's life will be held on November 2, 2024 at Bethesda Christian Church, visitation at 10am, service at 11am, followed by a luncheon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Gateway To Glory Ministries.