Steven Donald Greiner, 71, passed away on September 7th , 2025. Steve was born in St. Louis on November 14 th , 1953 to Beverly (Missey) and Don Greiner. The oldest of 5 children, he grew up
in St. Louis with his brothers and sister: Max (Penny), Kurt, Donna (Glenn Donaldson), and Chris (Kristin).

Steve attended Southwest High School in St. Louis. He graduated from St. Louis Christian College, where he studied and trained for Christian ministry, followed by a Master’s of Divinity from Lincoln Christian Seminary. Steve was a practicing minister for nearly 50 years, leading congregations at multiple locations including Columbus, IL, Mt. Carmel, IL, St. Louis, MO, and Olney, IL. Steve led with wisdom, honesty, bravery, and empathy for the marginalized and the less fortunate. Unique in his practice, his one-of-a-kind style can be attested to by those he influenced.

Steve married Elaine Fuelling in 1975. Steve and Elaine had 3 children: Michael, Nicholas and Cassidy (Ludwig). His family grew to include daughter-in-law Meaghan Ryan and son-in-law Joe Ludwig.

Steve passionately studied his faith, history, rock ‘n roll and hockey, passions that he loved sharing with the people around him. His greatest joys were spending time with his many friends and family, especially with his grandsons Joey, Brock and Jaxon.

After 71 years of living life on his terms, he was called home for his heavenly reward. He is survived by his children, his grandsons, his sister and his brothers. He was preceded in death by his brother Kurt. Steve was loved by his numerous nieces and nephews. He will be fondly remembered by countless friends.

A visitation with the family will be held on Friday, September 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 at Christ First Christian Church at 2890 Patterson Road, Florissant, MO, followed by a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. Lunch at the church will follow and is open to everyone.

In lieu of flowers, the Greiner family has suggested donations to a fund that will support ministries near and dear to Steve’s heart. Checks can be made out to Glenn Donaldson and brought to the service or mailed to 7529 Little Oaks Drive, O’Fallon, MO 63368. This fund will be used to honor Steve’s ministry passion.