Jean M. Steffe

February 15, 1958 - January 10, 2022

Jean M. Steffe, age 63, of Harbeson Delaware and a lifelong resident of Lewes, Delaware, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022. She was born in Lewes, DE on February 15, 1958, daughter of late Edgar M. Downs Sr. and Marguerite (Shockley) Downs. Jean was a graduate of Lewes High School, class of 1976 and then went on to become a medical assistant for the next 38 years. Jean was known for her vibrant personality and as a warm, positive individual filled with love that always had open arms for anyone that needed it. Known to many as "Aunt Jean", she always tried to see the positive in everything and everyone, never failing to put a smile on your face with her contagious laugh, incredible sense of humor and great conversation. Jean’s love for her family and friends was always her top priority, while being "Nana" to the newest member of the family, was the highlight of her life. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Edgar M. Downs, Jr., and William C. Downs; and a sister, Margaret J. Cresmer. Jean is survived by her beloved husband, Ronald P. Steffe of Baltimore, MD; her sister, Judith D. Klute of Lincoln, DE; her five nieces and nephews; eight great nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law; and a mother-in-law. A viewing will be held on Wednesday January 19, 2022, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow the viewing from 5:30-7:30 PM, at Fins Ale House & Raw Bar located at 19269 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach. Burial will be private. In light of her longtime love of flowers, flowers are welcome for the service to celebrate her life. Please sign Jean’s online guestbook located on this site.