Steven Gregory McNally

Steven Gregory McNally passed away on November 4, 2026, at the age of 64. Steven was born on November 17, 1961, the youngest of nine children to Dr. John T. McNally and Barbara A. McNally. He was born and died at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Stockton, California. He was preceded in death by his father, John; mother, Barbara; his brothers Terrence “Terry” McNally, Francis “Frank” McNally and James McNally. Steven is survived by his life partner Catherine Green and son Liam R. McNally; siblings Martha McNally, Thomas McNally, Michael McNally, Mary McNally and Barbara Atilano. He was also the greatest uncle, as he called himself, to 19 nephews and nieces, 20 great nephews and nieces, and one recently arrived great-great niece.

Steven went to Annunciation School and St. Mary’s High School. He attended Cabrillo College in Aptos and then transferred to UC Berkeley where he graduated in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Plant and Soil Biology.

Shortly after graduation, Steven began his career in quality control, testing, and providing technical support in the food industry. He did work at facilities around the country as well as internationally, including two trips to Egypt and one to South Africa to provide his expertise in testing and quality control. Steven worked for various companies as a microbiologist over his career, overseeing food safety, plant regeneration, testing production and product development. Steven was accomplished in his field, earning recognitions such as the PepsiCo Contract Manufacturer of the Year and the Caleb Silver Award for Quality Excellence, both of which he received multiple times. This past June, Steven joined Thrive Freeze Dry in Modesto as their Quality Assurance Supervisor.

Steven and Catherine knew each other all their lives since the McNallys and the Greens were family friends spanning three generations. Steven’s father met Robert Green as a student at the University of San Francisco, who convinced John to move to Stockton in 1947 to start his medical practice. There he became close friends with Robert’s brother Thomas Green, Catherine’s grandfather. The two families celebrated Easter and Fourth of July together every year, with elaborate gatherings that resulted in lifelong memories and relationships. Steven and Catherine had not seen each other for a while during their adult years until they reunited at a family event, and soon after were dating. Their son Liam was born on August 5, 2010 in San Francisco, and is now a sophomore at St. Mary’s High School. Steven spent all the time he could with Liam and joined his passion for trains, trucks and music. The family enjoyed visits to San Francisco, leisurely summers at the Mokelumne River and chasing trains. Steven loved to spend his time outdoors, going to the beach in Aptos, boating, playing guitar and following Cal football. Steven was well liked by all who knew him, family, fellow workers and neighbors, including his next-door neighbor who he would talk to over the fence for hours, sharing a beer, talking about cars and music, Home Improvement style.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 2nd at 11am at the Cathedral of the Annunciation. 400 W. Rose Street, Stockton, California