Robert Steinhauer Obituary

Robert Steinhauer
Robert Steinhauer, a 53 year resident of Hawthorne, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 after a two year battle with cancer, surrounded by his family. Born in Chicago, IL on July 6, 1933, Robert was 79 years old. He had served in the US Army during the Korean War and was an active member of the Hawthorne VFW Post 2075 where he was also a former Commander. After receiving a BA from Western Illinois University, Robert moved his family to Southern California where he pursued his passion as an educator with the LAUSD. He attended the University of Southern California completing his Master's Degree in Education and continued taking courses there in advancement of his career. He retired as an Assistant Principal from Fairfax High School. Always actively involved in his communities he served in the Optimist Club, worked with the United Way, the Relay For Life for ASC and various other organizations for the betterment of children in the community and the community itself, always encouraging those around him to help others. He received the Hawthorne Lions Citizen of the Year Award in 2010 for his continued commitment to these goals. He loved to fish and spend time with his family. Robert is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carol Steinhauer of Hawthorne, CA, his daughters, Phyllis Steinhauer of Hermosa Beach and Beverly Steinhauer of Hawthorne, son David Steinhauer of Long Beach, and six of his seven siblings, Conrad, Mary, Sarah, James, Sharon and Catherine as well as brother in laws Jerry, Peter and Paul and sister in law Marlene and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, Conrad and Mary Steinhauer, brother John (Jack) and sister in law Janet. In celebration of Robert's life a gathering of family and friends will be held at McCormick Mortuary in Inglewood on Sunday, April 14, 2013 from 4:00 until 8:00 pm and a formal Service held in the McCormick Chapel on Monday April 15, 2013 at 11:00 am. with the burial following at Green Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Hawthorne VFW Post 2075. Please go to the mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com. Send the family messages, share memories, obtain directions to services, and check back to view the online video tribute. Sign the guestbook at www.dailybreeze.com.

Published by Daily Breeze on Apr. 12, 2013.
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Emery and I want you to know that we are praying for all of you in the loss of our father.

Emery and Elaine Pankratz

April 18, 2013

Dear Carol and family,
Thinking of you. The life given us by natue is short, but the memory of a well-spent life is eternal. Bob was a terrific person and always looking after someone and doing his share. He will be missed by many.
Love Jan & Kenny Murray

Kenny Murray

April 14, 2013

As you gather to celebrate the life of this man, I will think of the wonderful times in the past 10 years I was invited to celebrate with your family. I share your sorrow but know his wonderful legacy will live on thru family, friends, students, and old warriors.

Roger Siefken

April 14, 2013

To the Steinhauer family, your loss is also ours. We never stopped missing Bob through his absence. The Haw. VFW was not the same without him during that time and never will be again. We hope your pain heals quickly and replaced by all the wonderful memories that Bob has left behind. Until we all meet again, the memories will have to do. So long for now Bobby, keep an eye on all of us in the meantime. Love to you all.

Judy DeGrazia-Blomsterberg

April 12, 2013

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