Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Jon Steffey Obituary
JULY 1, 1946- JUNE 10, 2009
For the final time on Earth, Jon Raleigh Steffey, lovingly and gently kissed his "Little Princess" and, said, as he always did each time either of them left the house, "I love you! Be careful!" With contentment and joy in his spirit and soul, Jon said good-bye to his wife, Lorna Sue LaBelle-Steffey, on June 10, 2009.
Jon was born to Mary Ellen and Robert Steffey (both deceased) on July 1, 1946, in Coldwater, Michigan. He and Lorna (Sue) were married on January 27, 1999, in Alexandria, Virginia, and, again, on July 30, 1999, in Coldwater, Michigan. The couple lived joyfully in Alexandria, Virginia, before moving, permanently, to Wilmington in 2004.
During his life in Alexandria and Wilmington, Jon, ever-giving and humble, was deeply cherished and admired by his wife and many "families" - his neighborhood "families", his Home Depot "family" (where he was employed at the time of his death), and his Pine Valley Elementary School "family".
Jon is survived by his wife, Lorna Sue Labelle-Steffey and his "sweet babies", "Bailey Boo" and "Hurley Too" all of Wilmington; Pam Lippert (sister), Holly Kelly and Becky Gonzalez (nieces) and Belicia Gonzalez (great-niece), Andrew and Jessica AcMoody (children), Greg Ware and Michelle Hulliberger (step-children), all of whom reside in Michigan.
A celebration of Jon's life will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2009, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road, Wilmington, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Jon's Memory Garden, the New Hanover Humane Society, 2405 North 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401, the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA, 23058, or Carolina Organ Procurement.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com.
A Valley Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jon Steffey
Lorraine Barnes
June 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you always! May the smile that Jon forever put upon your face remain an etched memory in your heart forever as he is truly with you forever! Much love to you!!
Jane and Dale Greer
June 17, 2009
In the short time that we knew Jon, we are sure there was no finer man in Wilmington. It was always such a joy when he would come in the store on his way to pick up Sue. Our hearts and prayers go out to Sue and the rest of the family. He will truly be missed!
bob herd
June 14, 2009
Jon's smile and elfish grin made me smile. When we talked about common interests his favorite expression was always " Oh well ". We all will miss his comentaries on life at HD and his expertise to help answer those wierd questions that customers came up with.
His memory will be with us always.
Bob
maryanne smith
June 14, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Velma Jean Weston
June 14, 2009
To my best friend,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bailey Boo and Hurley.
Whenever I was with the both of you, the love that Jon showed for you was phenomenal - love that everyone should experience in their lifetime.
As Jon was getting ready to move to Alexandria he had a little gray and white problem that has to be taken care of. I was invited over to his house in Coldwater - there was Lorna with a kitty litter pan, food and Jon with a long haired gray and white cat -with no teeth called Smokey. Well after hearing Jon tell the story that as a bat was flying through the house and Smokey coming out of no where - jumped up and caught the bat - and of course Jon adding to the story - how could I not take the toothless cat home. Jon always asked about Smokey and we would then have a good laugh about the toothless cat and the bat.
Thank you Lorna and Jon for showing me that two people can find one another and love one another so deeply.
Ronald Lacharite
June 14, 2009
Jon, was such a good person to work with and was always a happy go lucky guy. He will be greatly missed by all his friends.
Ron And Christa LaCharite (Retired Store 3629) Currently Immenreuth Germany
Penny Jones
June 14, 2009
Jon, was such a happy soul - always a smile and a good word! I know he is still smiling on all of us and especially those he loved so much. We will all miss him.
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
Make a Donation
in Jon Steffey's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Jon Steffey
How to support Jon's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Jon Steffey's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
