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Torsten STEINFATT Obituary
Born on April 8, 1968, in Newport News, Va., Torsten had lived most of his life in various areas of Virginia, spending the past 16 years in Richmond. He spent the last 13 of those years changing the lives of seniors in Richmond, where he was the owner of Home Instead Senior Care, a non-medical provider of home care. Torsten will be especially remembered for his gentlemen like qualities and caring personality, along with his bright smile. His dedication to his family will always be remembered. He will be missed by all!
He is survived by his loving wife, Teresa Moats Steinfatt; and two children, Tyler (9) and Casie (7), also from Powhatan. He is also survived by his mother, Edith Steinfatt; and sister, Birgitt Thornhill, both from Virginia; and father, Pete Steinfatt from North Carolina.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 West Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Greenwood Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Richmond, VA 23226; or the Home Instead Senior Care Foundation, 13323 California Street, Omaha, NE 68154.
A special thanks to Hospice of VA for their special care and support, as well as friends and family for their help and support. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Torsten STEINFATT
"T" (Tony) Harris
May 10, 2011
Dear Teresa and the Steinfatt family,
I just found out about Torsten and I am very sorry for your loss.
I got to know him at St. Andrews from grades 2 thru 6. I still have the best memories of our times together...kickball at lunch, sleepovers, roller skating parties, and ski trips. I remember he could kick the ball the length of the playground and he always had that unmistakable grin as he cruzed into home plate. He was so much fun to be around and was kind to everyone. I am not surprised he chose a career where he could help people.
He was a special person. We are fortunate to have been touched by his personality and heart. My thoughts are with you, the children, and the rest of the family. Take care.
Sincerely~
January 27, 2011
I'm very sorry for your loss. It was an honor to take care of Mr. Steinfatt while he was in the hospital. Melissa, RN
January 13, 2011
Teresa,
It is with great sadness that I am sending you this message. Pete and I had no idea that Torsten was battling for his life. We missed you guys when you first left the neighborhood and we kick ourselves for not staying in contact.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Lots of love
Jules & Pete Somerville
Paige Rustum
January 8, 2011
Dear Teresa,
Torsten was a friend from early childhood as we were in grade school together at St. Andrew's Day School. I always considered Torsten as one of the nicest guys I knew and am sure he grew into the kindest husband and father to you and your children. We are blessed to have known him and may you and your family find comfort in knowing he is in Heaven and will always be watching over you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Paige Gaskins Rustum
Guenter and Riitta Ruehr
January 8, 2011
Teresa,
we are so sad to hear about Torsten´s passing. Although we never met him, we frequently heard about him and his family from his father, our cousin.
Our thoughts are with you and the children in this difficult time.
Ms. Jeri
January 2, 2011
Mrs. Steinfatt and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember you guys from 5 years ago at Goddard, and he was an amazing Dad. Your family is in my prayers. I truly send my condolences to all of you.
Jeri Tillman - Teacher from the Goddard School
Wayne, Dawn, Brendan and Lauren Shepherd
January 1, 2011
Teresa,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Torsten. Seems like just yesterday we were all picking up our kids from Goddard. We wish you peace and strength and want to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg and Brenda Harbison
January 1, 2011
We are very sorry for your loss. Torsten was such a great guy and will be missed. Please know we are thinking and praying for you and the kids.
- Greg and Brenda Harbison
December 31, 2010
We just found out the awful news and deeply saddened and literally stunned! Although it has been a long time since the Goddard School days with the kids, it seems like yesterday.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do now and in the future. God Bless
David, Asha, Nicole and Michael Bailey
Wendy Ratchford Rhoe
December 30, 2010
I am so saddened to hear of Torsten's passing. I remember him fondly when he would visit Bertsch and Drew at JMU. He had such a zest for life and a smile that would light up any room. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg & Sally Witzky
December 30, 2010
Teresa, Tyler & Casie,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you today and in the days ahead. Home Instead Senior Care lost a great champion but we know you will carry on his legacy as he would have wanted.
Ellen Lankey Childress
December 30, 2010
I'm so saddened to hear of Torsten's passing. He was a super person! Thinking of you, Casie, and Tyler during this time.
Betsy Roberson Gibson
December 29, 2010
Teresa,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Torsten was a wonderfully sweet and kind friend growing up, and I will never forget his perpetual smile and contagious chuckle. He brought light and laughter into every classroom he entered, and our class was a better class for having had him in it. He will certainly be missed by those of us whose lives he touched.
December 29, 2010
Teresa, we are so saddened by your loss. We adore your family and only wish we'd known Torsten longer. You are in our hearts and thoughts and can call on us anytime. Love, Bree and Paul King
Ken Ellenbogen
December 29, 2010
Teresa: My heart goes out to you and your family. If there is anything I can do, don't hesitate.
December 29, 2010
Edith : We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rudi and Edith Naurath
David Cross
December 29, 2010
Teresa and Family,
Words cannot express the loss of Torsten to you and this world. He was a precious man who I had the pleasure of knowing at HRA and would occasionally see in the years after. I was fortunate to be inlcuded in some "adventures" in HS and always remember the fun Torsten had. His constant positive attitude will always be remembered. Love to you all.
Kate Strickland
December 29, 2010
Teresa, Casie and Tyler,
You ALL are one of my favorite families. Your dad left you a legacy of strength, a loving personality, a dad who really cared about his family, and who provided for you. May you draw on the memories of his tremendous qualities in these days ahead. I am praying for each one of you.
Kate Strickland - Steward School
Fran & Preston Wigner
December 29, 2010
I'm not sure I have ever met a more magnetic and charming person than Torsten. Teresa, you and your family are in our prayers, and we are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you and the kids.
December 29, 2010
teresa, i am saddened to hear the news of the passing of torsten this week. i pray that you can find some peace in this loss and that God will shine brightly on Torsten, you and your children.
charlie boyd
December 29, 2010
Teresa, we are so sad to hear about Torsten. We send our thoughts and prayers to you, your children and the Steinfatt family. May the love of family and friends guide you through the days ahead. Roberta and Les Farnum, Charlotte, NC
Daniel S
December 29, 2010
I'm deeply saddened. What a loss of a bright light. I can't imagine anyone Torsten ever met, who wasn't brightened by the experience. May you, and all of us, carry his light and special qualities forward. -Daniel (HRA '86)
Brian Puckett
December 29, 2010
I am just so saddened at the loss of such a great man, father, and husband. I consider myself blessed to have known him. Teresa, you know how to get a hold of us.. we are here for you, Tyler, & Casie... always.
Kurt Kolesha
December 29, 2010
To Teresa and the entire Steinfatt Family: I was a childhood friend of Torsten's spending many, many weekend's together at the Homestead in Hot Springs, VA. Our families shared many wonderful times together. During these years, Torsten and I taught many young children how to ski. His infectous laugh and smile were enough to keep these children happy and coming back for more! I am deeply saddened by this news, and my heart goes out to your family during this difficult time.
Kurt Kolesha
December 29, 2010
To Teresa, and the entire Steinfatt Family: I was a childhood friend of Torsten's spending many, many weekend's together at the Homestead in Hot Springs, VA. Our families had many wonderful times together. Over the years, Torsten and I taught many young children how to ski at the resort. He was wonderful with the kids, his infectous laugh and smile were enough to keep them happy and coming back for more! I am deeply saddened by this news, and my heart goes out to your entire family during this difficult time.
Julie Puckett
December 29, 2010
We will always have such fond memories of him Teresa. I often think of him when I jog around Wyndham. What a stellar guy. May he be at peace. You, the kids and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Elaine Scholz
December 29, 2010
Teresa, we are very sadden to know the cross you are bearing in Torsten's death.
To not only loose a loving husband but a devoted father.
The words from this song always helped us through the passing of our six year old nephew:
"Precious Lord, take my hand, lead me on,
help me stand, I am tired, I am weak, I am worn, through the storm, through the night, lead me on to the light, take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home."
I learned that when we are in our deepest grief, when we feel farthest from God, this is when He is closest, and when
we are most open to His restoring power.
May your friends and family be your strength so you can be strong for your children.
May God's peace come upon you and your family now and always.
Scott Causby
December 29, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Torsten's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Torsten in high school at HRA. He will be sorely missed. May your memories together carry you through such a difficult time.
Holly Almasian
December 29, 2010
Teresa, Tyler, Casie, Peter, Edith, Birgitt, family, and friends my heart is with you during this very difficult time. Your father, husband, son, brother, and friend will be missed by so many. For the empolyees who worked closely with Torsten-my heart is also with you as you grieve the loss of your boss. Honor Torsten by living your life to the fullest and helping the elderly.
December 29, 2010
Teresa, I am so sorry to hear the news. Yesterday was the first day that I did not read the paper in months, so I just found out. What a great guy.
michael arnz
December 28, 2010
Teresa - I never met you but was blessed to have known Torsten at HRA. I just remember that contagious smile and personality. Our family will keep you and your children in our prayers. HRA class of '84
John Martin
December 28, 2010
Teresa, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brad Kohler
December 28, 2010
Teresa, you & your family are in my toughts & prayers. May God give you guys the strength to get through this.
Jill Skerlak
December 28, 2010
Torsten illuminated a room with his bright smile! I have fond memories of our friendship at HRA. My condolences to his family.
Tara Kopp Bastek
December 28, 2010
Torsten was a few years ahead of me at HRA. I still remember him as a kind soul with a quick wit. It is a comfort to know he has moved on to a place of peace and love for this world will surely miss his generosity and gentility. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
December 28, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dawn & John Pope
Becky Kishbaugh
December 28, 2010
Teresa, I'm so sorry to hear about Torsten. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May the happy memories help you through these difficult times. You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mindi Daniel
December 28, 2010
Words are not enough to express how sorry we are for your loss. Torsten will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to call him "friend". Remembering the good times and what a truly beautiful person he was, inside and out.
Lee and Anne Sansom
December 28, 2010
Teresa,
Anne and I are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences for you and your family. May God be with you and give you strength during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.
December 28, 2010
Teresa and Family--So sorry to hear of your loss. Torsten was one of the good guys. . . . funny, glib, and always upbeat--the glass was always half full with Torsten. He will be missed. Love, The Carrs, Julia and Bryan, Glen Allen.
Kim Young Schill
December 28, 2010
Even though its been years since I have seen Torsten, I can clearly remember his smile and gentle disposition and that is how I will always remember him. My heart goes out to his family at this difficult time and I hope they can find some comfort in knowing how many lives he has touched over the years.
Noelle Nevins Henderson
December 28, 2010
I send my thoughts and prayers for Torsten and his family. I remember Torsten's ear to ear smile at HRA and it seems to have grown. I am sure that he will continue to smile upon his loved ones and friends through their fond memories.
Sandra and John Hall
December 28, 2010
Torsten was a wonderful person. We have such fond memories spent being around him. He truly had a glowing spirit that was felt by everyone that knew him. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Sandra & John
Norma Barrett
December 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort and strength in the wonderful memories you have. Torsten was a great friend in high school. He always had a big smile and was a friend to all.
Norma Corbett Barrett HRA Class of '86
Mollie Quisenberry Morris
December 28, 2010
Torsten was a childhood friend in Newport News. My prayers are with his family.
Ann Fichter
December 28, 2010
When Torsten was in my math class at HRA, he was a smiling, generous boy and he carried those qualities into his adult life. His loss is felt by both the faculty and students who knew him, and I send my condolences.
Kim and Peter Marcia
December 28, 2010
He will always be in our thoughts. He was such a special man. His bright smile is definitely what we will remember him by.
Love, Kim and Peter
Greg & Katy Cohen
December 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Torsten was a fine example of a man and will be missed by many.
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