Steven Greenslade

Steven Gene Greenslade, age 57, of Inver Grove Heights and formerly of Faribault, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at the Woodlyn Heights Heath Care Center in Inver Grove Heights after an extended illness.    Private family services will be held at the Parker Kohl Funeral Home in Faribault, with the Reverend Richard L. Jorgensen, officiating. Interment will be held at the Maple Lawn Cemetery in Faribault.     Steven Gene Greenslade, the son of Donald R. & Violet M. (Price) Greenslade, was born on September 21, 1953 in Cresco, Iowa. He was a jolly guy and always showed his endless spirit and joy. Steven enjoyed bicycling, playing pool, swimming and bowling with the Special Olympics, playing his guitar, singing, and watching sports on television, especially the Minnesota Twins. Above all, Steven loved his family and friends and he will bless the heavens as he has blessed us all here. He is forever a beloved son, brother and uncle.       Steven is survived by his mother, Violet of Faribault; his siblings Elaine (Roger) Dack of Northfield, Gary (Pat) Greenslade of Navarre, FL, Allen (Lisa) Greenslade of Milton, FL, Darrell (Pam) Greenslade of Winter, WI, Duane Greenslade of Randolph and Vickie (Judd) Stadler of Faribault, and by many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.    Steven was preceded in death by his father Donald in 2006.    Steven's family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the many caregivers, doctors, nurses and Rev. Phil who gave Steve their indispensable support and comfort.