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Ethel Stein Obituary

A 64 year resident of the South Bay, most recently of Redondo Beach, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2010 in Torrance. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, she had served in the Army during World War II as a registered nurse. Ethel was a member of 17th General Hospital Division. She was awarded the American Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal, and Meritorious Service Unit Plaque. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother. Ethel was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, crafts were her hobbies and she enjoyed country line dancing, travel, live theater and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Ethel is survived by her son, Gregory (Susan) Stein of Carmichael, CA; daughter, Janyce (Cheryl Marshall) Marquart of Costa Mesa, CA; daughter, Kandis (Lisa Danskin) Stein of Redondo Beach, CA; son, Rocky (Pamela) Stein of Placentia, CA; son, William (Gail) Stein of Houston, TX; daughter, Marie Stone of Roseville, CA; 10 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carrie and William Altemeier; brothers, William and Walter Altemeier; and her husband, William Stein. The Memorial Service will be held at Rice Mortuary in Torrance on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 4:00 pm followed by a Celebration of Life in the Lighthouse Room at the Mortuary until 7:00pm. Private graveside services will be held at Roosevelt Memorial Park in Gardena. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits. Please go to the mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com to send the family messages, share memories, or to obtain directions to the services. Check back to view the online video tribute.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Sep. 22, 2010.

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September 24, 2010

Mike and family.

Always cherish those wonderful memories of your mom and hold them near and dear to your heart. I'm thinking of you.


Penny Quintero Colorado Spriings,Co.

karie Marquart

September 23, 2010

Granny you will be missed so much! We love you!!!!

Her sense of adventure was topped only by her sense of humor. Go Sparks! 2001

Debbie Thompson

September 22, 2010

Ethel, Polly & Reanna, 2002

Debbie Thompson

September 22, 2010

Ethel & Polly at Huntington Gardens, 2001.

Debbie Thompson

September 22, 2010

12-24-01. A smile that brightened the world!

Debbie Thompson

September 22, 2010

To the entire Stein family, please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of this incredible lady. Ethel was a joy to be with from the first time I met her; certainly not without her challenges but that was part of her charm! I loved how her eyes disappeared when she smiled!

She was always so good to me, my family, and my mom in particular. I love and respect Ethel as much today as when I first met her.

Her loss will change your lives, but she has left a greater imprint on the world that just her presence. The family she raised and left behind multiplies her positive impact on the world! Your family is accomplished, kind, and full of integrity. What better legacy could anyone ask to leave?

I wish you all peace during this transitional time. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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