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Thomas Steinfort Obituary
Menasha - Thomas E. Steinfort, lovingly known as "Bicycle Tom," passed away Friday, October 11, 2019 at the age of 94. He was born in Neenah to the late Christopher and Bessie Steinfort on June 5, 1925 and lived his life in the Neenah/Menasha area. After graduating from Neenah High School, Tom enlisted in the Navy and served in World War II, stationed in the Marianas Islands. After four years of service, he returned home where he married Carol Stinski. Together they had four children.
Tom loved being outdoors. He could be found many days visiting with his friends at Jefferson Park. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, and spent many years volunteering with his good friend, Elmer Kuchenbecker for Sturgeons for Tomorrow. Tom was his grandchildren's and great-grandchildren's biggest fan when it came to their athletics. He was partial to country music and was a member of the American Legion in Menasha. In 2011 he was able to participate in the Old Glory Honor Flight and couldn't have been more proud.
Tom is survived by his four daughters: Susan (John) Sokolowski; Peggy Langkau; Kris (Jeff) Roth; and Jan (Mike) Gustman; his grandchildren: Laurie (Dave) Rataj; Sari (Dan) Kersten; Kami Van Handel; Justin Langkau and special friend Ashley; Brad Langkau and special friend Angel; Jenny (Nick) Heineman; Jeremy (Rachael) Gustman; Tyler Gustman; and Hallie Gustman; as well as by 13 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his sister, Audrey Cannon; and sisters-in-law: Mary Steinfort; Sally Gustman; and Bonnie Stinski. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol; their dog, Chloe; and by sisters, brothers, and in-laws.
A memorial service for Tom will be held at 5:00 P.M. on Friday, October 18, 2019 at St. Thomas Church, 226 Washington St., Menasha, with Fr. Ralph Osborne officiating. A visitation will be held at church from 3:00 P.M. until the hour of service, which will be followed by military honors.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in Tom's name.
Westgor Funeral Home
1140 Appleton Rd. Menasha 720-0314
Condolences: www.westgorfuneralhomes.com
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Jean (Beyer) Delikowski
October 21, 2019
Peggy,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad.
Rodney VanderHyden
October 18, 2019
Sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man. We will miss him.
SUE AND Rod Vander Hyden
October 17, 2019
To the Steinforts:
"Mr Steinfort" was someone I knew growing up 2 doors away. Later I knew him as "Tom", when I would visit Menasha and go over to the house for a chat.
It was a delight to talk with him, and introduce him to my wife.
Today we recall him as a kind man who was amazingly active.
A man who gave us many fond memories. Rest in peace, Tom.
Paul and Katy
stinski
October 16, 2019
Dear Sue, Peggy, Christy, Jan.
So sorry to hear the news of Tom's passing. Just spoke with him at Jefferson park a couple of weeks ago. He told me of stopping treatment, but lived a good life, and I have many fond memories of everyone thru the years. Thinking of you, all our love Paul and Chris
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Louise Springer
October 15, 2019
We lived two doors from Tom and Carol decades ago, and continued to see them "out and about" for years after. What lovely people! What wonderful neighbors! It is people like them that made Menasha a lovely place to live and raise a family. What a loss to the community.
October 14, 2019
Tom was a very nice person, a pleasure to visit at Jefferson park, we will miss him greatly. Joan and Dave
Debbie Kopitzke
October 14, 2019
To all the Steinfort families: You have our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad (Tom). Our family has so many wonderful memories doing things with your family over many years. Going on picnics, I remember going to Bay Beach and Silver Lake to go swimming. Our parents would get together and play cards many times. So many great times we had and enjoyed all of them. Our Dads are watching the sturgeon from Heaven now and playing cards. All my sisters send their condolences to your family. Hugs from: Debbie (Kuchenbecker) Kopitzke
Burt Rosenthal
October 14, 2019
Great Man and Great friend all ways had a smile.
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