Pastor Steven Robert Cossey, of Rockford departed this earthly life November 14, 2021. He was born February 4,1956 in Rockford the son of William D. and Olievera Cossey. Steven lived most of his life in Rockford also 5 years in California. He married the former Renade Givens, July 14,1992 in Rockford. He was employed as a Building Asbestos Inspector by the Rockford Board of Education for over 25 years, before retiring in 2016. Steven was the founding Pastor of Total Faith Community Church, established December 31, 2008. He was a former Minister of Pilgrim Baptist Church, serving over the Evangelism Ministry, Prison Ministry and Layman Ministry.  Steven graduated from Auburn High School Class of 1975, where he was a star athlete, participating in Football and Basketball; later attended Rock Valley College and Trade Tech Community College in Los Angeles, CA.

Steven leaves to cherish many loving memories, his devoted wife of 29 years, Renade; two daughters, LaShawn (Dennis) Douglas and Ashley Richardson; four sons, Brandon (Madeline) Cossey, Steven Cossey Jr., Calvin (Talisa) Miller and Joshua (Shannell) Cossey; 7 grandchildren; sister, Marquita Cossey; three brothers, William D. (Caroline) Cossey, Michael Cossey and Elliott (Carla) Cossey; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents.

Services will be held 11:00 a.m. at Total Faith Community Church 1250 S. Perryville Road Rockford, IL 61108. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held Monday November 29, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave.

In lieu of flowers please give to Rockford Rescue Mission, 715 W. State St., Rockford Il 61102 in honor of Rev. Steven R. Cossey