Reverend Donald Blaine Steffa Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Reverend Donald Blaine Steffa 82, of Wilson, NC, died peacefully Sunday at his home. He was a Lieutenant in the United States Air Force and served in the Military during the Vietnam War. Rev. Staffa was an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in North Carolina and served in churches in eastern North Carolina. Rev. Steffa had a passion for justice issues and serving others. He enjoyed church, family, learning, a good conversation, travel, and golf. In his retirement, he volunteered at the Wilson Community Soup Kitchen, Habitat for Humanity, and Conafa (Congo North America Friendship Association). He is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, Carol, and children; Ian Steffa, Colin Steffa, and Nina Steffa; step-sons, Neal Gibbs and Craig Gibbs; five grandchildren and one great grandson; and brother, Kendall Steffa. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to the Wilson Community Soup Kitchen, Hope Station Westview House, Camp Caroline, or the charity of your choice. A private Graveside service will be held at the Westview Cemetery in Kinston, NC on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 12 noon. Rev. Bryon Wells will officiate the service. Professional and personal services are entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home LLC. Send condolences to Barnesfuneralhome.org. If you have questions, call (252) 246-0900.

Reverend Donald Blaine Steffa

March 21, 1938 - June 21, 2020