Stewart H. Steffensen "The man with the cowboy hat" died at home on January 15th, 2025. He was 81 years old.

Born on October 29th 1943 in Beacon New York to Hans and Leonore Steffensen, Stewart graduated from Arlington High School in LaGrangeville New York before embarking on a 47 year career as loader-man, Shop Steward, and member of Operating Engineers Local 135 at Dutchess Quarry in Pleasant Valley, NY. At the time on his retirement in 2010, Stewart had "never been late in 47 years".

Stewart wed his "Sweetheart" Linda Voigt Steffensen on December 4th, 1971 in Danbury, Connecticut after a brief courtship. Linda, donning a tennis skirt on a Summer day, caught Stewart's eye and continued to hold his affection and his hand through 53 years of marriage. Linda survives at home.

In addition to his bride Linda, Stewart is survived by his brother Sterling Steffensen of Florence, South Carolina, Son Erich Steffensen and his wife Kara of LaGrangeville New York, Daughter Ingrid Steffensen Bialy of Verbank New York, and his three beloved grandsons; Ethan, Zane and Griffin Bialy of Verbank New York. Stewart is also survived by a niece Steffenie Steffensen of Little Falls, New York, and was pre deceased by his brother Stevie Steffensen of Little Falls New York.

Stewart was a doting husband and loving father and grandfather, dedicating his time not only to his career and garden, but also to his family. Stewart, affectionately known as "Mr Steff", coached numerous youth soccer teams for the LaGrange Soccer League, and spent countless hours with his son Erich, hunting, fishing, and hiking. An avid craftsman, Stewart created homespun furniture as well as snowboards and rubber-band guns; most recently crafting seasonal figurines that he would share with friends and special connections.

A fixture at every school, band, or sporting event for his grandsons over the years and at Adams Fairacre Farms in Poughkeepsie New York on Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Stewart will be deeply missed for his giving spirit and "terrible" jokes.

Stewart's family welcomes you to join them on Sunday January 19th between the hours of 12 and 3 at the Tymor Park hall in Union Vale, New York. Light refreshments will be served.