John A. Steinhafel

Steinhafel, John A. Longtime resident of Mequon. Passed away after courageously battling colon cancer on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, at the age of 72 years. Devoted husband for 50 years of Maureen (nee Fogarty). Beloved father of Mark (Julie); Brother Mary Ambrose, Michael (Cathy), John David and Elizabeth (Chris) Quinlan. Cherished grandfather of David Joseph, Andrew, Nicholas, Christopher, Jeremy, Margaret, Ben, Louisa, William, David Anthony, John Matthew, Katie, Anneliese, Catherine, Madeleine and Maria. Dear brother of Elaine (Ray) Birck, Mary (Don) Lucas, the late James (Jean) and the late William (Barbara). Loving uncle of the late, Lisa Lucas Walsh. Further survived by other relatives and many, many dear friends. John was a graduate of St. Elizabeth Grade School and Messmer High School. He proudly served his country during the Korean War in the Tank Corps. He was a longtime member of the Rotary Club of Milwaukee, was involved in many charitable organizations, committees and boards, including: the National Home Furnishings Association, Marquette University High School and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society -Wisconsin Chapter. John was a retired partner of Steinhafels Furniture working with his family for almost 50 years. John was a jazz and Jaguar car enthusiast. He was a warm, funny, generous, kind man. He had special gift with relationships. John will be remembered for his outgoing personality, his love of life, his sense of humor and his storytelling. Visitation Monday, May 10, from 4:00-7:00 PM at the FUNERAL HOME. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:30 AM, at LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2700 W. Mequon Rd., corner of N. Range Line Rd., Mequon. Private Interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Marquette University High School or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Wisconsin Chapter appreciated. As his sister, Elaine said, "He brought fun to our family."