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Barry Steckler Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Joanne Ernest, his daughters Lindsay and Caitlin and his son, Stuart.
Barry was born and raised in New York City the son of Dr. Julius Steckler, a general practitioner, and Mrs. Flora Steckler, a teacher. Barry and his younger brother Stuart both attended Little Red School House and Elizabeth Irwin Schools in New York City. He graduated college from the University of Rochester, NY before attending medical school in Lausanne, Switzerland and University of Texas, San Antonio, graduating with a Doctor of Medicine 1975.
During his residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI he met his future wife, Joanne who was a registered nurse at the same hospital. Barry and Joanne married in 1978 and moved to Connecticut.
Barry had a private medical practice in New Britain, CT for 40 years. Where he cared for generations of families. When he wasn't practicing medicine, he enjoyed cartooning, writing fiction, traveling, playing tennis, reading, and spending time with his family. He was an avid sports fan and and rooted for Uconn women and men's basketball and the Detroit Tigers.
Barry will be remembered as a devoted family man, a caring and attentive medical practitioner, and an ardent Pittsburg Steelers fan. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the community he served.
A memorial will be held in his honor on April 5, 2024 from 1-2:30pm at Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave. Hartford, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Prostate Cancer Foundation, pcf.org.
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Mark DiLoreto
December 5, 2024
Barry was a "mensch".....Think of him often and will never forget him
Ramona DiMatteo
December 4, 2024
Dr. Barry Steckler was the best doctor ever, his name still comes up in conversation all the time, our whole family misses him dearly, sincerely, the Dimatteo family
Michael Bourgoin
July 26, 2024
I thank Dr. Steckler for being a compassionate Physician who listened to his patients!!
He was the best!!
Donna Bernard
April 9, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Dr Steckler was a wonderful man and doctor who was my mom´s, my aunt´s, mine and my son´s doctor when he was old enough. He had a great sense of humor, I missed him when he retired. He was always there, returning your phone calls, or having you come in, no waiting to see him. He is greatly missed. Donna Bernard
Sheila Seymour
February 16, 2024
I am so sorry of hear of Dr. Steckler's passing. He was my and my family's Dr. for about 40 years. The first time I went to him I had strep and I was so sick. When my appt. was done I asked how much did I owe because I didn't have insurance. He knew I was a single mother of 2 and was waitressing at the time. He told Linda just $5. What Dr. does that. He was a great Dr. with a heart of gold. I will never forget him or his kindness. God Bless the family.
Heidi Frakl
February 15, 2024
I am so very sorry to hear of Dr. Steckler's passing. He was an incredible physician with a heart of gold. He was someone that I, and my family, trusted and was always spot on. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Pat Shenberger
January 29, 2024
Dear Joanne and family, my deepest sympathy and love go out to you all. I'll be praying for your comfort and peace.
With love, your cousin,
Pat Shenberger (Crowley)
Peggy J.
January 20, 2024
I am so sorry to hear Dr. Steckler passed. He was my physician for many years and was a wonderful person. He will be remembered fondly. My sincerest condolences to his family.
December 19, 2023
Dr Steckler was my physician for many years. He was recommended by my son-in-law Armand DiMatteo. He was a true PC doctor and was right when he diagnosed a problem. I missed him when he retired but glad he had time to spend with his family.
Caroline Schwartzmann
Curt Holroyd
December 13, 2023
I worked with Joanne for many years and have known Barry socially for the same time. The two things that always stood out to me about Barry was his love for his family and his passion for medicine. The last few years, when most of us were talking about retiring and I would ask him how he could be working so late in life and he always said: " I just love it. I can't give it up " We will always remember him and miss him. Curt and Rita Holroyd
Gurlin - Basigalup- Martin families
December 12, 2023
Dr. Steckler was our family doctor since 1984. He was so kind when my husband passed in the hospital. He was doctor for our entire family until he retired. He never misdiagnosed - he was an excellent physician & we still miss him. Our condolences to his wife & family.
Suzanne Barkyoumb
December 12, 2023
I was part of the familial generations that Dr. Steckler cared for. He was my Aunt´s doctor first, then my mom´s, mine for 38 years, and finally, also my husband´s. He was someone I completely trusted who shared most stages of my life. When he retired, I really struggled to find another PCP, but at the same time, I was very happy for him because he definitely earned his retirement. My heart is with his family on hearing this sad news.
Damaris López
December 11, 2023
Dr. Steckler was my doctor for over 30 years until he retired. He was truly a great Doctor that really cared for his patience!
Robin Tucker Lapidus
December 11, 2023
Dear Joanne and family, I was saddened to hear about Barry´s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. May his memory be a blessing. -Robin Tucker Lapidus
Frank Carlozzi
December 11, 2023
Dear Mrs. Steckler & Children: My deepest Sympathies to you on the death or your husband/father. He was my mother's & father's primary care MD for many years. My parents Respected & Loved him. When my dad was in his 70's he had fallen off a 6ft step ladder and needed chest x-rays. Nobody detected anything severe. Several bruised or broken ribs. Weeks later Dr. Steckler's office called my Dad for a follow-up. My Dad didn't hesitate. Dr. Steckler was careful with his diagnosis and referred my Dad to a specialist. The specialist saw the same thing and confirmed Dr. Steckler's hunch. My dad was later treated for non-small cell lung cancer ALL the specialists and Oncologist at St. Francis Hospital told my dad if Dr. Barry Steckler had not alerted you when he did, you might have recovered from the broken ribs and never known you had cancer. Because Dr. Steckler did what he did, my dad lived an extra 4 years. Thank You. I let your husband/father know how much we appreciated his care and I personally delivered to his office a letter of thanks along with a gift card to very nice restaurant. I just wanted you all to know, my family, brother & sister really appreciated his dedication and care he had for our parents and all his New Britain CT patients.
Debra and Richard Rostowsky
December 11, 2023
Joanne,
Rich and I were shocked to hear of Barry´s passing.
Grief can be so hard, but your special memories of him will help you to cope and heal your broken heart. May Barry´s memory be for a blessing.
With much love,
Debra and Rich Rostowsky
Rick Santoro
December 10, 2023
Dr Steckler was our family physician for many years. He took care of my grandmother, both of my parents and myself. We all loved him! He will be missed!
Rich & Trish
December 10, 2023
Joanne we were very saddened to hear of your loss. Trish and I think back on all the fun times we had with you and Barry. He was a funny guy and a great person and doctor. Sending you our heartfelt condolences.
Sandy, Louie & Andrew Cody
December 10, 2023
Dr. Steckler, will be sorely missed by the Cody. He was not just our doctor, but a wonderful friend. We've been with him for40 years, and appreciated everything he's done for us. You will be missed.
Ramona Dimatteo
December 10, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Doctor Stecklers passing, He was a wonderful doctor who could never be replaced or forgotten, our family will always miss and remember him
Mark DiLoreto
December 10, 2023
Dear Joanne and family,
I am so deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Barry...We worked in the same building for decades and he was my physician for many years. I can picture the smile on his face and and his compassionate demeanor. I pray for you and your family during this difficult time and will always cherish the fact that we shared a friendship
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