Raymond “Jack” Steffens

Raymond “Jack” Steffens, 81, of Lincoln, passed away November 9, 2021 at home surrounded by his family.

Cremation rites have been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. A memorial visitation will be from 5-7 PM Friday, November 12, 2021 at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. Memorial services to follow at 7 PM also at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date in Zion Cemetery, Lincoln.

Jack was born February 17, 1940 in Lincoln, IL., the son of Raymond John Fredrick Steffens Sr. and Irene (Marshall) Steffens. He married Ellen Wise on September 2, 1984. He retired in 2002 from Ball Foster/Saint Gobain after 44 years of service. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, driving his Corvette, and NASCAR. His favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt Sr. and then Dale Earnhardt JR.

Survivors include his wife Ellen Steffens; 7 children: Laura (Bucky) Bunner, Lisa Mason, Warren Wiemer, Denise Crites, Julie Johnson, Justen Steffens, and Ashley (Jason) Rich; his canine companion Max; 14 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife Shirley Steffens.