Steven was born on Jan 4, 1947 in Pasadena, CA to William and Margaret (McFarland) Douthett. Steven answered the call to serve his nation by joining the United States Air Force on Sept 15, 1965. Steven is a veteran of the Vietnam War and had a distinguished military career of 20 years.
Following his military career, Steven started a civilian career working for NASA at the Kennedy Space Center for 20 years; contributing to the Space Shuttle Program, Hubble Telescope, and countless other programs.
He devoted many years to his church and prison ministry, as well as youth sports in Florida, before moving to NE to be near his grandchildren. He worked with and assisted other disabled Veterans to receive their disability benefits.
Steven was preceded in death by his mother Margaret and father William. He is survived by his wife Rita (Kotrous); his four children and daughter-in-law: Stephanie, Christopher, Scott, Brian and Maria; his sister Linda (Dave), brothers Scott (Margie) and James (Becky). His five grandchildren Danielle, Holly, Alex, Colin, and Hugo.
A viewing will be held Wednesday, August 1, from 5-8 pm at Kahler-Dolce Mortuary at 441 N Washington St., Papillion. A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 2, at Kahler-Dolce Mortuary at 12:00 pm with burial following at Omaha National Cemetary with full military honors.
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