Rochester, NY: Steven Francis Augustyn, born August 22 nd , 1953, passed peacefully, August 19 th 2020, surrounded by his loved ones. Predeceased by parents Francis and Mary Augustyn, sister Catherine Augustyn, and step-son Daniel Kirste. Survived by his wife, Debra Augustyn, his sister Teresa Augustyn, his children Steven J. Augustyn (Kaja, Josephine and Theodore), Kelli Augustyn, Michelle Augustyn (Saige Neyenhuis, Aria Lichtenstein), Daniel Augustyn, Kathleen (Little Katie) Augustyn, Nicole Fry (Jason, Makayla, Daulton, Hunter, Elyanna), Michelle Kirste (Steve, Caden, Kael, Cruz).
He retired from General Electric in 2010 after 30+ years of service. He loved hanging out with his children and grandchildren. He also loved swimming, scuba diving, surfing, golfing, guitar, baseball (Da Cubs), football (Da Bears), coaching, travelling and having a good time. He was quick with a joke and a shoulder to cry on. He could make best friends with a stranger. He cared for his cousins as if they were his siblings. The Connelly family was always close to his heart. His friends were endeared and loved as if they were family. He was beloved by all.
A celebration of his life will take place once we are all able to gather again. Those who know him will please take a drink or have shot in his honor.