CONNIE ROSE STEINKE

Connie Rose Steinke transitioned peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday, June 23, 2010. Born December 8, 1919 in Eldorado, Kansas she attained the fruitful age of 90 years, six months and 15 days. Connie loved study and language; she attained her bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Kansas where she twice completed all coursework for her doctoral degree. Connie married Leroy Steinke on December 27, 1949, they had three children; Mary Frances (Mark), LeRoy (Mari Kehl) and Gerard. They chose to end their married relationship in 1979 retaining a friendship and strong family bonds.
Connie worked at Loyola University of Chicago in the Modern Language Department for over 25 years. She joined St. Timothy Parish in 1968 remaining a member until 1973 when she moved to St. Ita Parish of Chicago. She was active in many church and community organizations. Well loved by her friends and family, her acts of kindness will be remembered by many.
Friends are welcome to join Connie's family for a memorial mass and luncheon on July 2, 2010 at 11:00 am at St. Joseph Village of Chicago, 4021 W. Belmont, Chicago, Il 60647. A private interment at Rosehill Cemetery.
Connie's immediate family includes her sister; Elizabeth Alvarado (Robert), children; Mary Frances Bushman (Mark), LeRoy Steinke (Mari Kehl), Gerard Steinke, grand-daughter; Danielle Steinke, extended family members: Jim, Sigrid, Kirsten and Annika Bushman, Leroy and Betty Steinke and many nieces and nephews. Proceeded in death by her brother Stephen Herrera and many other family and friends who welcome her to her new life. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to charity of your choice.