Donald Stephen England

Donald Stephen England, 84, of Parma, Michigan, died peacefully, Monday, January 26, 2026, in the comfort of his family’s presence.

His life began January 13, 1942 in Parma, Michigan, the youngest son of seven children born to Dennis and Lola England. He married Virginia Rimer of Concord, Michigan December 29, 1961 in Parma, Michigan.

Steve was an exceptional carpenter. He took meticulous care of his garden and yard. Steve loved animals, especially wildlife and birds. He was passionate about fishing until the end of his life. He loved baking cakes and cookies and generously sharing them with others. Steve was committed to caring for his family and friends, especially his wife Virginia. He loved to take her for rides and explore the Michigan countryside and backroads.  

Steve will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-four years, one daughter, Terri (Gary George) England of Albany, Ohio, one son, Tim (Geordan Capes) England of Three Oaks, Michigan two sisters, Sandy Watters of Jackson, Michigan, Diana Putnam of Jackson, Michigan, two brothers, Chet England of Parma, Michigan, Ronald (Helen) England of Concord, Michigan, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gary England and Larry Dean England. 

Family and Friends will gather for a Celebration of Life, Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Knight’s Steakhouse & Grill 2125 Horton Road, Jackson, Michigan 49203 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

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