Dale Steffens

Dale Edgar Steffens 83, of Jackson, passed away Monday, Dec. 25th 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 26th, 1940 at Seventy Sixth, Missouri to the late Edgar and Olga Fritsche Steffens. He was baptized and confirmed at Salem Lutheran Church in Farrar, Missouri. He graduated from Perryville Highschool in 1958. Dale was an active member at Hanover Lutheran Church for 30 years. He held several offices throughout his time being a member. He was married to Sally Lipe Steffens in that union they had four children, Nathan, Susanna, Gregory, and the late Benjamin. Dale then married his wife, Helen Lorenz Tanner Steffens on May 23rd, 1992. For 25 years he owned and operated Steffens Dairy in Farrar, Missouri. Dale then went to work for City of Cape Girardeau, where he retired from in 2003. After his retirement he drove a truck for Mark Strand Excavating LLC for several years. Dale was in the Army National Guard. Dale was an active member of Farm Bureau, during that time he served as county president for many years. Dale also was on the executive board and board of regents for Saxony Lutheran High School for several years. He was also on the SEMO District Fair Volunteer Board for many years. Dale was also a member of the American Legion Post 158. Dale and his wife, Helen, enjoyed dancing on Saturday nights, traveling, going to auctions, and antiquing. They also enjoyed spending time with their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren anytime they could. Dale loved gardening, flowers, and watching antique tractor pulls. Loving survivors include, his wife Helen of 31 years; his children Nathan (Amy) Steffens of Benton, Missouri, Susanna (Bill) Wallace of Evansville, Indiana, Gregory Steffens of Murphysboro, Illinois; stepchildren, Michael (Christina) Tanner and Teresa Tanner Masterson both of Jackson, Missouri; grandchildren, Heather Beyen, Ariel (Matt) West, Madison, Andrea, Nathan Steffens, Sally Steffens, Hannah and Owens Steffens, Arieil and Hazel Steffens, Gavin and Quinn Steffens, and Aidan Steffens; step-grandchildren, Mallorie Masterson (fiancé, Brandon Ladson) and Kaitlyn Givens (fiancé, Cody Jones); great-grandchildren, Avery and Blair Beyen and Beckett West; step great-grandchildren, Ryker and Renlie Ladson; two brothers, Richard (Kathy) Steffens and Gary (Carol) Steffens of Jackson, Missouri; brother-in-law, Dennis Roth; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents; son, Benjamin K. Steffens; sister, Kathy Roth; and two grandchildren, Austin and Beau Steffens. Memorials can be given to Hanover Lutheran Church and Saxony Lutheran High School Ag Building. Visitation will be 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, December 29, 2023 at Ford & Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau and 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Hanover Lutheran Church in Cape Girardeau. Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Hanover Lutheran Church in Cape Girardeau with the Rev. Rod Benkendorf officiating. Burial will follow at Hanover Lutheran Church Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com

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Dale Steffens

September 26, 1940 - December 25, 2023