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John Steiner Obituary
John Edward Steiner, 54, went home to the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on May 3, 2017.
A lifelong resident of Cuyahoga Falls he graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1980.
John served a period of time in the Marine Corps. He was an active member with Journey Covenant Church of Cuyahoga Falls for the past 18 years, assisting with Christ Kitchen, sound board, as well as many other activities. He also was involved with the Salvation Army for the past 18 years, receiving an award for Helping Hands in 2012. John was an avid sports fan, and enjoyed playing and watching golf. His favorite teams were the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Indians and Blue Jackets hockey team.
John, a.k.a, "Uncle Hat", was a loving husband, father, brother, son, uncle and friend to many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Durward and Georgia Steiner.
John is survived by his devoted wife, Kristina; daughter and the twinkle in his eye, Kalan (Jason); brothers, Chris (Dorothy), Garry (MaryAnn); sisters, Beverly (John) Poiner, Beckey (Craig) Clemens; Tracy (Ken) Kessel, Michelle (Bruce) Gera; mother-in-law, Linda Knight; brother-in-law, Aaron (Denise) Knight, sister in law, Paula (Rick) Hernandez; 13 nephews, nine nieces, many great nieces and nephews; his beloved pet, Lil Bear, as well as extended family and friends.
Calling hours will be 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2017 at the Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave., Tallmadge (on the Historic Tallmadge Circle), with a short service to follow at 3 p.m., with Pastor Pat Zanin and Pastor Jeanette Brown officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the family c/o Journey Covenant Church, 2679 North Haven Blvd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223.
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Rita Kambitsch (steiner)
June 19, 2017
To the family.I am so sorry for your loss. I remember John as a sweet,gentle person.Rest in peace.
Debby Rohr
May 12, 2017
My condolences to Garry, MaryAnn, the rest of the family and friends with the passing of John. He sounds like he was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by many. Peace and comfort, Debby Rohr (Chris Smith's sister)
Frances Curley-Schroeder
May 12, 2017
To the Steiner Family and friends, My deepest prayers and sympathy all that loved John. Love, Peace and God Bless. Your cousin, Frances
Tracy
May 7, 2017
Brother John,
Today was a very hard day for everyone. You will truly be missed!!!! Keep rockin and we too will meet again some day! Love and peace our little drummer boy!
Love ya brother!
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Vonda Coffman
May 6, 2017
To all of John's family,
So very sorry for your loss.
The Staff of Donovan Funeral Home
May 6, 2017
We appreciate you trusting us with the care of your loved one at this difficult time.
Cheryl Jones-Workman
May 5, 2017
Kris and Kalan,
We are so very sorry. He will be greatly missed. We thank God we will see him again soon. You have my (Cheryl) number. Call me if you need ANYTHING. We are continuing to pray for everyone. Remember we love you.
Cheryl, Adam, and Uncle Curry
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May 5, 2017
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May 5, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Betty Hemsley
May 5, 2017
Dear Ones, Sending our thoughts and prayers as you miss John, as your hearts ache, and we send our glad thoughts to John as he dances with our Lord on those golden streets. love, Betty & Bill
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