Steven J. Fader

Steven Jae Fader, age 59, of Cedarville, Michigan, died Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at home. He was born August 21, 1955 in Cass City, Michigan, to Norbert Junior and Catherine Mary (Thane) Fader. Steven grew up in Caro where he graduated from high school. During the summers, he worked on Mackinac Island where he was known by the nickname “Killer”. On the island, he worked at Shepler’s, Iroquois Hotel, and The French Outpost. Steven married Elaine Marie Britton on September 23, 1978 at the Dayton Center Church. He worked for the State of Michigan from 1977 to 1996. They made Cedarville their home in 1994. Steven had a passion for serving God and others. As a young man, he was active in Youth for Christ, and especially enjoyed helping with the “Scream in the Dark” fundraisers. Throughout his life he was faithful to the Salvation Army, attending their church, ringing bells at Christmas and helping with other fundraisers. For several years, Steven helped with the Saline Area Soccer Association where he coached, volunteered as league photographer, and helped with fundraisers. He was active in Boy Scouts of America. He served locally as Scoutmaster, on the Hiawathaland and Bay Lakes Council, and at the National level. Steven also volunteered in the prison ministry in Kincheloe and Newberry. In addition to the Salvation Army, Steven attended the Fundamental Baptist Church in Kinross. His hobbies included writing and photography. Steve will be missed by family and friends who came to count on his support with prayers and kind words. Steve did not ask for anything for himself, but was always willing to assist friends in need. Steve knew no strangers; everyone he encountered immediately became his friend. Steven is survived by his wife, Elaine; children, Steven (Hollie) Fader of Des Moines, Iowa and Mt. Washington, Kentucky, and Joshua Fader of Cedarville; grandchildren, Christopher Michael Fader_Hamilton, Grace Rochelle Leslie, Caiden Noel Fader, and Britton Nash Fader; sisters, Marsha Wright of Lansing, Michigan, Marrie Beth Schad of Huntsville, Alabama, Karen (Ken) Avery of Caro, Michigan; step-sisters, Krista (Bob) Dean of Applegate, Michigan, and Julie (Steve) Preisley of Howell, Michigan; mother-in-law, Dorothy Britton of Kingston, Michigan; brother-in-law, Richard Britton also of Kingston; and many nieces and nephews. Steven was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Marilyn Thane Smith Fader; and step-sister, Melanie Smith. Services will be held Monday, August 10, at 11:00 AM at the Fundamental Baptist Church, 3255 W. M-80, Kinross, Michigan. The service will be followed by a luncheon at the church. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Fader Family Discretionary Fund, c/o R. Galer Funeral Home, Attn: Steven Fader Fund, 24549 S. M-129, Pickford, MI 49774.

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Steven J. Fader

August 21, 1955 - July 28, 2015