Steve M. De Leon entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the blessed age of 72. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years Janie De Leon; children Jason De Leon, Nicole Tey; grandchildren Giavanna Zamora, Michael Cortez, Arai Tey, Devin Tey, Jade Tey; siblings Sylvia De Leon San Miguel, George De Leon, Gracie Cantu, Eddie De Leon, as well as extended family and friends. Steve was born December 15, 1948 in San Antonio, TX to Anselmo and Catalina De Leon. After the passing of his mother Catalina at the age of 15 years old, Steve helped his father raise his siblings. Steve graduated from Lanier High School in 1968. On February 24,1969 he joined the Marine Corps at the age of 21. He was stationed in Da Nang, Vietnam, assigned to the 2nd Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Marine Division. While serving he received 3 Purple Hearts. Steve was proud to have served his country. Steve worked retail for many years. Starting at Joseph's and retired from Jcpenney after 20+ years of service. He then went to open his own business SJ boutique, with the help of his wife. Which has been in business for over 10 years now and will remain open. Steve went to his shop almost every weekend, even to his final days. He enjoyed interacting with all his customers and all the new merchandise he would get for his shop. He married his wife Janie in December 24, 1976. They shared a happy loving life together, had two children and 5 grandchildren. He played a big part in raising all of them. He was so proud of his children and grandchildren and all of their accomplishments. He was able to witness many of their milestones. Steve was known for his stylish wardrobe and his dark shades. He always had a smile on and had such positive energy. He was a great story teller and could hook you into a story instantly. He was a very humble and hard working man. Always provided for his family and never forgot his roots. He was such a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. He is reunited in heaven with his parents. Heaven has a treasured soul. He will live forever in our hearts. We will all miss him dearly. We love you, until we meet again.