Kenneth Steffens

Kenneth Norman Steffens, 64, of Cape Girardeau lost his battle with cancer, but gained his place in heaven surrounded by the love of his family Wednesday, June 3, 2015.

He was born May 7, 1951, in Clarinda, Iowa, to Norman Henry and Irma Meier Steffens. He and Wanda Doberenz Steffens were married June 5, 1971, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson.

Kenneth grew up and attended Salem Lutheran School in Farrar, Missouri, and Perryville High School. His knowledge of machinery and engines began as he worked for his uncle at Farrar Garage. He continued to work as a mechanic for several CASE dealerships. For the past 20 years, his firsthand knowledge, expertise and honesty with his customers led him to a successful career as top salesman with Luby Equipment.

He served on several boards at Trinity Lutheran Church and enjoyed many years in the choir. He loved doing woodwork, hunting, fishing and watching his grandkids grow up.

Survivors include his wife, Wanda; a son, Jeffrey Steffens (friend, Kristen Stratman) of Jefferson City, Missouri; a daughter, Shelly (Cliff) Williams of Holts Summit, Missouri; a sister, Kathy (Clifford) Stueve of Frohna, Missouri; three grandchildren, Benjamin Steffens of Jefferson City, Savannah and Ava Williams of Holts Summit; and friends, Kaylee and Brayden Stratman of Jefferson City.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Trinity Lutheran Church.

The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Douglas Breite officiating. Burial will be in Cape County Memorial Park.

Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church, Trinity Lutheran School and Saxony Lutheran High School.

Online condolences may be made at fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.