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Kenneth Steffenhagen Jr.

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Kenneth Steffenhagen Jr. obituary, 1955-2026

BORN

1955

DIED

2026

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Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, Sandusky Chapel

2001 Columbus Avenue

Sandusky, Ohio

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Visitation

Apr. 1, 2026

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, Sandusky Chapel

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Kenneth Steffenhagen Obituary

Kenneth G. Steffenhagen Jr.

Jun 8, 1955 - Mar 26, 2026

Castalia

Kenneth G. Steffenhagen Jr., 70, of Castalia, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at his home after a lengthy illness.

He was born June 8, 1955, in Sandusky, to Kenneth and Geraldine "Gerry" (Butts) Steffenhagen.

Kenneth attended Sandusky City Schools and graduated from Margaretta High School in 1973. He was employed at GM for 35 years as a setup man. He was a member of Sandusky Eagles, V.F.W., and U.A.W. In his spare time, he coached alongside his father for Markley's team in AMVETS Little League. He was an avid golfer and an avid Michigan and Cleveland sports fan. He also loved to play poker with his friends. Most of all, he cherished Sunday family dinners.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Catherine, whom he married December 2, 1977; children, Kelly (Bob Simpson) Steffenhagen and Josh (Suzanne) Steffenhagen; grandchildren, Bailey (Keaton), Kent, Billy, Logan, and Kendra; mother, Geraldine "Gerry" Steffenhagen; siblings, Kevin, Kathy Jo, and Karol; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his father in 2019.

Friends may call from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Memorial services will begin at 1 p.m. A celebration of Ken's life will be at Cold Creek at a later date.

Those wishing to contribute to Kenneth's memory may do so to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared online at toftfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sandusky Register on Mar. 30, 2026.

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Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, Sandusky Chapel

2001 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870

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Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, Sandusky Chapel

2001 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870

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Randall Bolinger

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What a great guy. RIP.

Mark P Cullen

Yesterday

RIP Steff!! prayers for the family!!

Mark and Bobbi Kastor

Yesterday

Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers.

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