Steve Drayton

On October 24, 2022, Steven Michael Drayton aka “Zoltar”, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly at his home in La Vernia, Texas. Steve was born August 12, 1960 in Coldwater, Michigan. After graduating Coldwater High School, Steve joined the Navy where he worked in aviation fire control and graduated from electronic school. Upon leaving the Navy, Steve moved to Australia and opened a computer store with his parents. He married his first wife and together they had a daughter. After returning to the states, Steve enrolled in college where he met and later married Donna. He worked at various establishments until he joined Aquila (Energy Transfer), February 14, 1997.
Steve is survived by his loving wife Donna, their children (his, hers, ours, theirs, and extras), two siblings, numerous grandchildren, and nephews and nieces, all of whom he loved dearly. Steve is preceded in death by his parents, Kenwood & Gisela Drayton and brother, Thomas Drayton.
Steve was known as a kind, loyal and lighthearted soul. He loved his family and the simple things in life. He was frequently found taking trips, playing on the farm and spending time with family. Driving his tractor and doing woodworking were both hobbies of Steve.
Services will be on Wednesday, November 9th at 11AM at Schertz Funeral Home located at 2217 FM 3009, Schertz, TX 78154.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either: MD Anderson Hospital or The Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County.
Should anyone want to tell a story or share a memory of Steve, it would be GREATLY APPRECIATED. If you are worried you will not be able to speak, please bring it in a written form to the service and we will have someone read it for you.
The family would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to everyone who has reached out during this difficult time. Steve will be greatly missed and he will live on in our memories forever.