Richard P. Steffens
November 23, 1929 ~ January 8, 2022
Age 92 of Stacy formerly of Minneapolis. Loving husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa passed away from pneumonia complications on January 8th.
Preceded in death by his 1st wife, Mary Weinbender; son, Phil; son-in-law, Dale; grandsons, Tim parents, Joseph siblings, Bernadene, Loraine, Dolores, Kate, Jerry, & Claude. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 39 years Helen; children, Ron (Becky) Steffens, Dan Steffens, Cindy Raum, Patricia (Patrick) Zagaros; step-children, Kay (Jim) Fitzgerald, Trish (Henry) Votel, Susan (Gary Rankel) Henslin; 14 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Richard was born in Minneapolis on November 23rd, 1929. He graduated from North High in 1947, and began his apprenticeship at Dunwoody in 1953. Richard proudly served in the Army during the Korean War. After the war, Richard started his own business Steffens Plumbing. He was an active volunteer at St. Austin’s church for many years. In 1982, Richard married Helen. After Richard retired, he volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. Richard was a devoted family man who lived an active lifestyle.
A celebration of Richard’s life will be held Saturday January 15th, 11 AM with a visitation one hour prior at Roberts Family Funeral Home, Forest Lake. Memorials preferred to St. Stephen’s Shelter in Minneapolis. The service will be livestreamed here: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1641867355158803
So sorry for the loss of a GREAT UNCLE. I remember uncle Dick from my earliest times at the shared cabin in Cold Spring, Birthday parties at the Queen Ave house, Christmas at Grandma Steffens and the Sydloski’s, To his birthday party at Bunker Hill Park. He has left a legacy and will be truly missed! Mike & Pam Steffens
On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Richard’s military service to our country in the Army and to veterans as a Legion member.
Keeping you all in our prayers. Knowing our dear brother-in-law, uncle & friend will be in the most glorious place with those who loved him dearly.
The only thing I recall about your dad, was that Sunday dinner with the family was a priority….. blessings as you celebrate his life and legacy…. I will not be able to attend, however, I will be with you all in spirit…. Peace, love an huggs Lisa Mars
Our sincere condolences. May God bring you peace and comfort.
We’re so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Peace, Prayers, and Blessings.
Thank you so much for having this live streamed. The service was beautiful and seeing Ron and Trish and aunt Helen was wonderful. God bless all of you and may all the great memories of Uncle Dick be a treasure chest full of smiles.. Love, Kathy Morgan and family