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(Kendall) Walter C. Steffen, Jr., age 89, passed away December 28, 2024, at Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 17, 1935, in Albion, a son of the late Walter C. Sr. and Ella (Curtis) Steffen and had lived in this area all of his life.
Walt was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church, the Kendall Fire Department and was on the Town of Kendall Planning Board for over 40 years. He was the 3rd generation to own and operate Steffen’s Farm in Kendall, which his grandfather started in 1908. He enjoyed his John Deer Tractor and going to the casino. He was known for his kindness and opened his home to anyone, especially children, that needed a place to stay. Walt truly was a family man who loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his children Debbie Steffen, Barbara Adolph, David and Dennis Steffen; grandson Jake Adolph; sisters Alice Steffen Schepler, Mary Steffen Herring.
Walt is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Miriam “Dolly”; his children Dan Steffen, Doug (Rhonda) Steffen, Patti (Taras) Salamanca, Dale (Kathy) Steffen, Connie (Saul) Harrison, Susie (Ron) Kyle; 22 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; many great-great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Halia as well as many in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, 16650 State Rte. 31 Holley, Friday January 3rd 2:00pm-5:00pm. His Funeral Service will be Saturday at the Concordia Lutheran Church in Kendall at 11:00am. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to the Kendall Fire Department, 1879 Kendall Rd., Kendall NY 14476, or to the Concordia Lutheran Church, 1769 Kendall Rd., Kendall NY 14476.
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16650 State Route 31, Holley, NY 14470
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