Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Sep 19, 1925 – Nov 27, 2022
STEIBEL, Donald R. - Of Linden, formerly of Flint, age 97, died Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Ascension Genesys Hospital.
Funeral service will be held 1pm Saturday, December 3, 2022 at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church, 1523 N. Oak Road, Davison.
Reverend Sue Colavincenzo officiating.
Burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church.
Visitation 11am Saturday at church until the time of the service.
Donald was born in Cleveland, Ohio on September 19, 1925, the son of the late Michael and Marie Steibel. On November 3, 1951, he married Laura Hammond, in Grand Rapids. Donald graduated from the University of Michigan Engineering School. Donald retired from General Motors where he worked as an engineer. He was a set designer, lighting and sound technician for the Flint Community Players and Flint Ballet Theatre. He was a faithful servant at St. Dunstan. Donald loved the Detroit Tigers and U of M football. He was a youth leader at Christ Episcopal Church and a Master Mason for Flint Lodge #23. Above all else, Donald was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Surviving are sons, Michael (Denise Gates), Kenneth (Linda), Brian (Nora);
many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Laura.
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Ken and family. We are so sorry to learn of the loss of your Father. May he rest in peace and the presence of God be with all of you at this time.
Marcie Davidson
December 02, 2022 | Grand Blanc, MI | Friend
Dr. Steibel We are so sorry for the loss of your Father. You always spoke of him with great love. Heaven has another angel. We will keep you in our prayers.
Herb & Judy Barton
December 02, 2022 | Fenton, MI
DR. STEIBEL, so sorry hear of the passing of your father. I didnt know your father but I know he must have been wonderful to have raised such a caring son. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jenny Wiley
November 30, 2022 | Other
Ken and Linda, You are in our thoughts and prayers, He looks like a good man and raised a great family.
Kelly McLaughlin-Smith
November 30, 2022 | Fenton, MI | Friend
Dear Ken Mike and Brian, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing! He was such a kind soul! I pray that all of the great memories of a lifetime will comfort you during this difficult time. Kathy Beauchamp (Irv Koch's daughter)
Kathy Beauchamp
November 30, 2022
We will keep the Steibel family in our thoughts and prayers.✝
Dr. Kevin & Debbie Bur
Kevin Bur
November 30, 2022 | Nashville, TN | Acquaintance
Don and I want you to know how sorry we were to hear of your father's passing. We remember all the good times from Christ Church and watching you boys (and Linda) grow up. It has been many years since we've seen any of you, but know what a good family you had. Don and Barb Kelly
Barbara Kelly
November 30, 2022 | Family
Dr.Steibel, want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I did not have the pleasure of knowing your father but I'm pretty sure you got your lovely demeanor from him as well as his smile. Hold onto all those lovely memories of Big laughter, hugs, ect. Heaven has another Angel. Prayers and hugs to all.
Lisa Bellinger
November 30, 2022 | Fenton, MI | Friend
Dr. Steibel, I send my heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family on the passing of your Dad. Over the years I worked with you at Genesys, you made it very clear to me that you loved him dearly. Love to you all.❤
Sandy Garza
November 30, 2022 | Grand Blanc, MI | Friend