September 19, 1959 ~ December 7, 2022
It is with heavy hearts we announce, that on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, Daniel Leonard Steffes passed away at the age of 63, at the St. Boniface Hospital.
He was a good husband, dad, grandpa (Papa), brother-in-law, Uncle and Friend. He leaves to mourn his wife Kathy; his children Brett (Christina) and their children Liam and Lucas, Evan (MacKenzie) and their children Brody and Olivia, and William (Samantha) and their children Grayson and Freya. He will be missed by his mother-in-law (mom) Olga Relf, as well as his family in Arizona.
Danny was predeceased by his father and mother, Lawrence and Mary Steffes and his father-in-law William Relf.
Danny was born on September 19, 1959 in Beausejour and raised on the family farm in Cromwell, and remained there in the home that we built until his death. After leaving school, he worked for many different electrical companies in Winnipeg and Beausejour, and even had his own business for a short time. Danny loved working on the farm with his dad and eventually went on to making it his full-time job. He especially enjoyed when his boys joined him helping with the chickens and cows, making hay and mending fences. He dreamed about when they could join him, but when that dream was taken away, he decided to take on the position of Head of Maintenance at Eastgate Personal Care Home and Stoney Plains in Beausejour, where he was truly respected and loved by everyone he worked with. He was looking forward to retirement. Danny loved spending time in his second home in Arizona and fishing on Canyon Lake AND “LAUGHING ALL THE TIME”!!! We were fortunate enough to have spent the last three weeks there; even shingling the roof while he was there. When arriving home, he entered the hospital.
Kathy was the “love of his life” and he worshiped the ground she walked on. He loved to spend time with his all 3 of his sons; helping them with anything they needed to be done, offering his “advice” and enjoying a drink or two. But his 6 grandchildren brought him his biggest JOY in his life. We are all very sad that he will not be here to see them grow, but we will keep his memory alive in their hearts forever.
If we couldn’t find Danny at home, he was usually in the back “40” cutting wood or on his lawnmower. Danny’s garden was his passion. This passion was passed down to him from his parents and their love of gardening. He spent hours there from Spring to Fall, nurturing the seeds he planted to preserve it for winter and share his harvest with many.
A celebration of Danny’s life will be held at Sobering Funeral chapel, 1035 Park Ave. E., Beauesjour, MB, on Monday, December 12 at 11:00 a.m. There will be no after service lunch, as his family will be having a private interment and gathering later.
We, his family, would like to thank the amazing nurses, team of cardiologists and doctors, along with the support staff at the ACCU at the St. Boniface Hospital that worked so hard to keep Danny with us. Also, the wonderful family and friends that reached out with their love and prayers during this time.
In lieu of flowers, if anyone so desires, feel free to make a donation in Danny’s honour to the Brokenhead River Community Foundation, as he loved the community he lived in his entire life.
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Loretta Weedmark
My sincere condolences Kathy & family. My heart is breaking for all of you during this sad time Danny was such an amazing guy always there when anyone needed him . His one of a kind sense of humour will be so missed I will cherish all of my great memories of him & the amazing guy he was RIP Danny
Love Loretta & John Weedmark
Courtney Johnson
Sending my condolences to you and your family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Alvin and Zenda
Our sincere condolences to all the family. Danny was a remarkable man and touched so many lives. His kindness to others will not be forgotten. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Janice Stobert
Our heartfelt condolences to you Kathy and all of your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
Love, Janice & Mervin
Leona Weidman
My sympathies to you and your family, Kathy, on the passing of your dear Husband, Dad and Grandpa, Danny. May God Bless you all, and give you His Strength and Peace.
Gerald Hawranik
I am saddened to hear of Danny’s demise. He was always full of great stories relating to his life experiences. May God Bless Kathy and all of Danny’s family. Sincere condolences. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Doug & Denise Thomasson
Our condolences Kathy to you and the family – many good memories of Danny over the years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Denise Thomasson
Bob and Lyla Ready
Kathy I know there are no words. Danny was an outstanding man. Always got to have a visit with him at East Gate. I just want you and your family know we are thinking of you. God be with you
Love Bob and Lyla Ready.
Lisa and William Dyck
Our deepest sympathies to Kathy and family.
Sending you all love and light through this difficult time.
Kandace & Mark Fosty
So sorry to hear this. Sending your family love and strength during this very difficult time.
Helen Longmuir
My thoughts and prayers to all the family. Danny has touched many lives and will not be forgotten.
Merna Omichinski
My deepest sympathy for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you, Kathy, your children, grandchildren and all of Danny’s siblings!
Selma
My deepest condolences to Kathy and your family. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Lynne Champagne
My sincere condolences Kathy and family. My heart goes out to your family.
Taryn Derzko
Sending love and condolences at this incredibly difficult time.
Maryann Thomson
My sincerest thought and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May all of your wonderful memories help to sustain you.
Lynn and Randy Greenlay
Our deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
SYLVIA WASYLIUK
Kathy and family
Sending you deepest heartfelt condolences at this most difficult time.
Brian & Jan Halowaty
Sending our sincere condolences to you Kathy and all your family. May all your beautiful memories guide you through this difficult time.
Leanne Urbanski
Shocked and saddened to hear of Danny’s passing. My thoughts are with you and the family.
SANDRA ROGOCKI
Our condolences to Cathy and family. May god be with you at this time of grief. RIP Danny.
Terry Bachman
Ken and I are sincerely sorry for your loss, Kathy and family. Our hearts are with you.
Brittany and Curtis Dowling
Sending the whole family all our love. You’re in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take care!
Pat and Ron Woligroski
Our sympathies Kathy and family on the passing of Danny.
Marlene Schurko
My heart is breaking for you Kathy and your family. I have no words to express the sorrow you must be feeling. Condolences to all of you at this difficult time and in the many days ahead.
Elaine
Dear Kathy and family
My heart is aching for you, Kathy and your family.
Danny has left a large hole in your family and in your hearts.
We are praying for God’s peace to come and fill your hearts and bring comfort to you.
May his memory and the memories you have help.
Brenda and Chester Neduzak
Kathy and family
Our sincere condolences to you and your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Dave Donahue
Kathy and family I am so very sorry for your loss.
Pat Nevistiuk
Sorry to hear about Danny’s passing. Condolences to you and your family
Ardith and Chris Tomasson
So sorry to hear about Danny. He was a wonderful person. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Keep your memories close.
Diane Desjardine (Halowaty)
Kathy, I am so sadden to hear about Danny’s passing, My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Ron & Wendy Naaykens
Kathy & Family,
Our deepest condolences to all,
Sincerely, Ron & Wendy
Karen Spas
Please know you have my deepest sympathy. I was shocked and saddened to hear about Danny. I know it will do little to help you but you are in my thoughts.
He was a great guy! He will be missed
Sharon Singbeil
My deepest condolences Kathy and family. His memories will always be with you.
Cindy Reimer
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this sorrowful time. So sorry for your loss.
Lisa & Brian Hnatyshyn
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Memories will keep him alive in your heart. Keeping you and your family in out thoughts.
Lisa & Brian
Teresa Bortoluzzi
I am sorry for your loss, sincere condolences during this difficult time.
Harlon and Barb Kintop
Dear Kathy and family,
Our deepest condolences to all your family in the loss of Danny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate through the days ahead. Grief never ends…but it changes. It is a passage not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith… It is the price of love. May all your memories give you peace and comfort.
Bonnie Hildebrand
Kathy and family … you are in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time
❤ John and Bonnie Hildebrand
Tracey
Patrick and I are truly saddened by the news of Danny’s passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs of strength.
Lorraine Halowaty
My deepest sympathies to you Kathy and your family.
Donna Borkowsky
Kathy and family, so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this more difficult of times.
Darlene Armstrong
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Danny. He has left a great legacy for his boys and grandchildren to remember and admire. So sorry you have lost the love of your life. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Shelley Marion
Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. You always spoke of him with a twinkle in your eye, and I could see how much you meant to each other. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelley Marion
Charlene Tomasson-Morin
My deepest condolences to you, Kathy and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Huge hugs! ❤️
Donna Hlady
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and to all of your family at this most difficult time! My sincere condolences to all of you…
Gord and Marie Goritz
Kathy and Family Deepest Sympathy to you All!
Grant & Judy Plohman
Kathy, so very sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family!
Linda and Dave Bush
Kathy and Family,
Dave and I are saddened to hear of Danny’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all of you.
Tammy opyc
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. ❤️❤️
Janice Cameron
Kathy and Family,
I’m so very sorry to hear that Danny passed. You and your family are in my prayers Kathy.
I’m thinking of you at this difficult time. Life is not fair. Sending hugs ❤
Denise Lange
Deepest sympathies to all who loved Danny. Gone too soon but the memories will be treasured
Joanne
Kathy, my thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time .
Judy Habing
Kathy and family
We are so saddened to hear of Danny’s passing.
May your fondest memories help bring you comfort during this very difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy and Les
Anthony Steffes
My sincere condolences to you and your family, Kathy.
Virginia Kubish
My deepest condolences to you Kathy, and all your family, upon the sudden passing of Danny. I know there no words that can really soften the broken hearts, but hopefully all the beautiful memories you have made throughout the years will, and now he will your special Angel watching over all of his dear family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Helen
Kathy & Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband Danny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Helen & Rick Leclair
Louise Bisko
Kathy; I am so shocked to hear of your great loss. I wil treasure our memories of Hawaii. Such a wonderful guy! And FUN!! I grieve with you and our family.
Gail Bell
My condolences to you Kathy and all of your family. Wishing you strength to help you through this difficult time
Pam Boyd
My deepest Condolences Kathy to you and our family… I did not ever get to meet Danny in person but I remember all the love you shared of him … My Heart is with you all…
Lawrence and Irene Lazarko
We are so very sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Our deepest condolences.
Cam + Suzanne Graham
Danny’s infectious laugh and joyful spirit will be missed by the many lives he has touched. Deepest condolences to you Kathy and all your family.
Robert Bisko
We are so saddened to hear of your loss of Danny. We extend our sincerest condolences to you and your family. You have had more than your share of losses this year.
Frances and Bob Bisko
Lorraine Drewlo & Family
Our Sincere Condolences To You Cathy and your Entire Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this most difficult time. Time Heals, Memories don’t! Hugs To ALL!
Lorraine Drewlo, Darren & Vikki Drewlo, Lorry-Lynn & Rod Henderson, LDB
Karen Borkowsky
Kathy and family. We are very sorry to hear of Danny’s sudden passing. Words cannot express our saddness at how he will be missed. Hugs and prayers to you Kathy and your family.
Karen Borkowsky and Larrie Somerville
Janice Hnatiuk
Dear Kathy & Family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May the memories you have of your dear husband, father and grandpa bless you with comfort, peace and strength during this most difficult time of loss and sorrow. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many people.
Richard & Janice Hnatiuk
Bill and Corrine
We are so saddened to hear that Danny passed away. Sincere sympathy Kathy and family.
Karen & Keith Kozyra
Kathy, Brett, Evan , William and families- please accept our condolences during this difficult time. May Danny’s love for you all give you strength and memories that help you to smile in the days ahead.
Vern and Grace Decterow
Dear Kathy and Family
We both offer our sincerest sympathy to all of you. A dear cousin and godchild – will miss his waves as driving past East Gate. May the angels sing to him and keep him smiling.
Love Grace and Vern
Sherry Pottie
Kathy and family so sorry for your loss . It is a great shock when someone who is so young and ambitious passes away . Rember you have all the great memories to cherish and hold close to your
David Fiebelkorn
So sorry to hear about Danny’s passing. A truly wonderful guy, always so much fun. Such a huge loss to the family and so many of his friends who will miss him.
Lydia Derzko
Our heartfelt condolences in this great loss, dear Kathy and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Lydia and Greg
Darlene Vandenberghe
So sorry to here of Danny’s passing. Condolences to Cathy and the entire family. Heaven gained another angel. Cherish your memories.
Sheri Weselak
So so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Memories from childhood -school, bus rides and one of my brother’s closest friends.
Again our most sincere sympathies to you and yours.
Deanne and James Werry
So sorry Kathy, may the many many people that know and love you give you the strength to push through this awful time.
Tammy (Mastaler) MacLennan
My deepest condolences for your loss Kathy and family. I’ll always remember Danny as a kind, gentle and jovial person. You are in my thoughts.
Tracey Mroz
Kathy
My sincere condolences to you and family at this very difficult time.
Temba and Qondy
So sorry to hear of Danny’s passing . Our condolences to your family.
Cindy Betker
Condolences Kathy and family. My heart breaks for you all! No words to express , only hugs and prayer.
Cindy Betker
Condolences Kathy and family. My heart breaks for you all! No words to express , only hugs and prayer.
Rick/Shirley Tomasson and Jeanette Lavallee
Thoughts and prayers to Kathy and all the family. Danny was a special kind of person. He will be truly missed.
Michelle Rosentreter
To Kathy and family,
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers for strength in this difficult time. It was evident how much Danny was loved and cherished by your family and his presence will be deeply missed by so many and by the community he was part of.
Sending hugs
Tim & Michelle
Bettina Roth
Dear Kathy,
My sincere condolences to you and your whole family. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
Len.kolton@gmail.com
Our sympathy to the families from the Kolton family. We will miss him.
Michelle Johnson
I am so sorry to hear of Danny passing. I have great memories of the farm and the whole family. I hope everyone finds peace and love in each other to get them though this tough this tough time.
My thoughts are with you and with Danny today.
Love Michelle Johnson
Jann Perry & Mark Buss
Dearest Kathy
I struggle to find words to comfort and temper your pain during this time of insurmountable loss. I cannot imagine the pain of losing your soul mate, and so soon after saying goodbye to your father. I am so happy you had those weeks in Arizona you were so looking forward to and that you celebrated your birthday with your love. Much love and healing thoughts.
Jann & Mark
Gaetane Chicoine
Dear Kathy and family, My sincere condolences on the loss of Danny. Hugs and prayers to you.
Carole Campbell
I am so very sorry to hear about your family’s incredible loss. My heart goes out to you all.
Kim Greschuk
Our sincere condolences to all the family of Danny. This is terrible loss at such a young age.
Kim Greschuk & Earl Schnellert
Helen
Kathy & Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband Danny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Helen & Rick Leclair
Suzanne
Kathy I was so saddened when Susan told me yesterday about Danny’s passing. Rick always enjoyed the times he got to “chat” with him although I’m sure Danny never got to say much.
Crystal Reske
Dear Kathy & Family
Shocked and saddened to hear of Danny’s passing.
Danny was a Good Guy
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Hank & Erna Friesen
Dearest Kathy, Expressing my deepest condolence on the passing of Danny. I remember him come walking into your shop and checking if he was needed to fix something. Our love and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God’s peace surround you in your season of grief.
HUGS, Erna
Richard Stefansson
Kathy, what can anyone say, he was taken too soon and he will be missed. The celebration of his life you hosted was a wonderful tribute to him and it was clear the role his family played in his life. His memory lives on in our hearts forever. God bless.
Rick & Deb
Annelies
Kathy,I am so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. My condolences to you and your family.
I hope that all the good memories will help you and your family through this difficult time.
Annelies
Diane and Herb Kowalke
Shocked and saddened at Danny’s passing. Our condolences to you and your dear family.
Lynne Wallace
I am so very sorry to hear of Danny’s passing, Kathy. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lynne
Pat and Gérry Thibault
Kathy and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Danny was always so pleasant when we saw him at East Gate Lodge. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat and Gérry
Debbie Kowal
I’m so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. We worked together at East Gate Lodge. Always a prankster…freaked me out when he was working on an electrical panel and pretended to touch a live wire! Till you meet again.