Steven Arthur Shanafelt entered eternal rest on July 31, 2018 in Plano, TX. He was born on April 12, 1955 in Denton, TX to Henry and Wanda Shanafelt. Steven served his country in the United States Navy in the mid to late 70’s and received his Master’s in Computer Science from Brigham Young University. He was also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Steven enjoyed spending his time reading and babysitting his granddaughter. Those that knew him will sorely miss him. Steven is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nita Shanafelt; son, Daniel Shanafelt; brother, Shawn Shanafelt and sister, Carrie Shanafelt. He is survived by daughter, Krista Shanafelt; sister, Alison Mace (Larry); granddaughter, Haven Danielle Martinez; nieces, Amanda Larson and Caitlin Cox and nephews, Logan Mace and Hunter Shanafelt. A Graveside Service will take place on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 10 am at Restland Cemetery – Dallas.