Jan Steinel Obituary
Renee' Franczak
February 9, 2021
Dear Joanie Girl, I am just now hearing of the passing of "Jan the Man". I had the pleasure of working with him for many years in clinic. Prayers to you and the family. What a shock, even tho I am months behind hearing about this.
Thomas Caine
December 5, 2020
Jan, I am sorry to hear of your passing. You were one of the good guys at Holy Name. I remember being in the the play, Brigadoon our senior year. I always looked up to you. You were a good role model. May the Angels be there to meet you on your way Rest in Peace, Jan.
Faye Garretson
December 3, 2020
Dear Joanie and family... I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jan's passing. He was always good for a laugh or a bit of sarcasm to break the tensions of the day. He was a caring and compassionate practitioner and his patients adored him. I have fond memories of working with both of you. I hope your memories of him carry you through this very sad time until you meet again. God bless you.
Pam Tippie
December 3, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Joan and all of Jan's family. I worked with Jan for many years, and always enjoyed talking with him. He always had great stories to tell and spoke so fondly of his family. He was a wonderful practitioner, and I truly miss working with him.
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Valerie Ross
December 2, 2020
I was sorry to hear of Jan's sudden passing. Jan was a great colleague, teacher and co worker. We shared an office at work and Jan would find treasures that he would bring back to the office and fix a clock, a chair or wall decoration and give it a new life ... and a new home. Just as he found value in those items, so he deeply treasured his family, friends and patients in his conversations and interactions. Joanie would stop by at the end of the day to pick Jan up to go home. There was always a story to share and laughter a nice way to end the work day. To Joanie and the Steinel Family, may the memories of Jan bring a smile to your face and warmth in your heart.
Martha Johnson
December 1, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Jan’s passing. He was a wonderful NP I had the pleasure to work with. Joan you and your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard Slezak
November 30, 2020
Jan and his loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rich and Nancy Duffala
November 30, 2020
We were so sad to hear of Jan's passing. We had many good times together in Cleveland as well as in Florida! Jan really was one of the good guys and will be sorely missed. Thoughts and prayers to the entire Steinel family.
Heather Sedlacek
November 30, 2020
I am so saddened to hear this news. My deepest condolences to you Joan and your family. Jan was an incredible person and I'm glad I had the pleasure to know and work with him. Will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Erin Buckley
November 30, 2020
Jan will be deeply missed. My thought and prayers are with you and the family at this time of great loss. He was a wonderful colleague and a great mentor.
Vickie Bowden
November 30, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jan and he was my husband's NP. He was truly a wonderful person, colleague, and advocate for his patients. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Oksana Szepiwdycz
November 30, 2020
Deepest condolences to you, Joan, and family. Jan was a pleasure to work with and he will be missed. I am a little shocked at this sad news. Will keep all of you in prayer.
Sheila Fiala
November 30, 2020
Rise with the angels Jan!
Gary Peck
November 30, 2020
I am so sad to hear the news of Jan's passing. I have fond memories of working with Jan. I also count it a privilege to had had the opportunity of officiating Jan and Joan's wedding. Joan, you will be in my prayers.
- Gary Peck, coworker, Cleveland, OH, Nov 30, 2020
Daryl Thornton
November 30, 2020
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Jan. He was among the first to welcome me to the Pulmonary Division at MetroHealth and never failed to check in with me and ask how things were going. He loved sharing about his family and all the great things happening in their lives. We miss him greatly. Our prayers are with his family.
Joe Gudel
November 30, 2020
Jan and I were good friends in grade school (St. Therese), high school (Holy Name) and college (Kent State). I have many fond memories of him, like double-dating with him to our HS prom. And performing with him in Brigadoon, where he had the lead. After high school we even continued our thespian pursuits with a couple of musicals (Carnival and Superman) in downtown Cleveland at the old Showboat Theater.
May our Lord and Savior Jesus take you to your home with Him. All God's blessings to your family and loved ones.
Louis Latona
November 30, 2020
Jan was a good friend in High School, He had a great sense of humor and everyone loved Him. May the Lord wrap His arms around Jan, comfort His family and friends with their loss and bring Him to Himself, Heaven!
Lou Latona Friend, Classmate & Teammate. Holy Name High School '70
Paul Krzeminski
November 29, 2020
My prayers to Jans family
Kate Kerlin
November 29, 2020
Dear Joan, I so sorry for your loss. Jan was such a nice person. God bless you and if you need anything please call me.
Vidya Krishnan
November 29, 2020
Still a bit shocked by the news. I think of his warm full laugh and his thoughtfulness towards his patients and colleagues. Joanie - my thoughts are with you and your whole family.
Jan Bryant
November 28, 2020
I didn't know Jan very long but he was a very kind neighbor. Sorry for your loss.
Dennis Auckley
November 28, 2020
So sorry to hear of Jan's passing. He was a wonderful colleague and friend during his 20 years working with us in the Sleep Program at MetroHealth. Always reliable, always helpful, and loved by all, especially his patients and co-workers. We have missed him since his retirement, and now mourn his loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family.
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