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BERNARD STEINKE
LIMA — Bernard J. "Bernie" Steinke of Lima died in the afternoon of March 8, 2016, at the age of 89.
He was born in Botkins, Ohio on Sept. 24, 1926, one of six children born to Clem R. and Frances (Kinstle) Steinke. Bernie was a devoted husband who married Marjorie "Marge" Brockert on October 25, 1952.
He was a gentle, kind soul and a hardworking man who for many years was a well-respected and trustworthy mechanic. He practiced his trade for nearly twenty years in and around Botkins, Ohio, until moving north to Lima with his wife and young children in the early 1960s. In Lima he spent the next twenty-plus years working for Timmerman Ford, then Clark Equipment and finally General Dynamics until he retired. He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church and F.O.E. Aerie #370, both in Lima.
Bernie was a father of six. Two children preceded him in death: Douglas at the age of 19 in 1975 and Kimberly at the age of 23 in 1988. Four of his children survive: Greg (Karen) Steinke of Springboro, Ohio, Bev (Jay) Shindledecker and Jeff Steinke, both of Lima, and Bruce (Dina) Steinke of Woodbridge, VA; ten grandchildren: Carolynne (Jeff) Parker, Michael (Stacy) Steinke, Jennifer (Claude) Poole, Kyle (Cait) Shindledecker and Zack Shindledecker, Sarah (Josh) Young, Laura (Terry) Wreede, Dylan, Tevin and Chaney Steinke; and twelve great-grandchildren: Jordyn, Kayla, Mackenzie and Jacob Parker, Cayden and Grace Poole, Addie, Bella and Alicia Young, Colin, Blake and Ariel Wreede, and Ben Steinke.
Surviving siblings, all in Ohio, include Jeanette (Frank) Thaman of Sidney, Betty Kinninger of Wapakoneta, Paul J. Steinke of Botkins, and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Steinke, of Dayton. Two brothers, Bob and Leroy Steinke, passed before him.
Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, March 12, 2016, in St. Rose Catholic Church, with Fr. J. Norbert Howe officiating. Burial will follow in Gethsemani Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Friday from 2-4, and 6-8 p.m. at Siferd-Orians Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose Parish.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.siferd-oriansfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bernard Steinke
Anita Rose
July 16, 2016
Hi Margie,
I was over on Murphy St. a few days ago and seen the sign in the yard; I became upset immediately and knew there was a tragedy. I am so sorry to know Bernie has died; he was such a gentle soul as though he had a touch of an angel in him! While I was nearby, you and Bernie were both such generous and really great people; like you almost never meet. In the more than 20 years I had known you and Bernie I have truly never meant a better or more decent pair of soul-mates. I will always remember back in 2000 and for years after how Bernie came to my drive early in the AM prior to even the awakened birds, he would clear my driveway in the winter before I ever even knew it. As a single mom with an infant at the time, I truly felt like an angel had shown up and made it possible for me to get through the day Many times Bernie made it possible for me to make it into work on time. I always regretted moving; Margie, you were always such a kind and jovial person to me. You and Bernie have always been in my thoughts and prayers and I now extend you my most sincere and heartfelt thanks for you and Bernie; I was lucky to have been in the right place to have known you both. I am heart-broken for you due to Bernie's passing and I pray you triumph again, as you have before with life's challenges. Margie, please know you and Bernie are loved by me and so many others. Please be well and may God give you His peace and comfort in these days.
Your friend,
Anita Rose
Donna McEwan (Bucci)
March 31, 2016
Dear Bev - Our most sincere condolences for the passing of your father. You were a faithful and loving daughter. God bless you and your family.
March 16, 2016
Marge, Bev & family, so sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. Wish I could of known
soon enough to come to the funeral. I've always felt I've known you forever from
my conversations with Kim long ago. You raised wonderful kids together. Kim Whited Lugibihl.
Terrye Peters
March 15, 2016
Was truly an honor to grow up knowing Bernie.He was a hard working devoted family man. I am so sorry for your loss.
March 14, 2016
Jeff: So Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, thoughts and prayers to you
Rick & Sue Chess
March 12, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you.
Love,
Mary Burg Jemison
Ginny Burg Hill
March 12, 2016
Bev, I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nodja Devita
March 11, 2016
Marge and family, so sorry about the loss of Bernie...I have so many fond memories and fun stories. I have been in bed most of week and could not attend funeral...Please know that you all are in my prayers...God Bless and
all my love Nodja
Jennifer Poole
March 10, 2016
Miss you already, Grandpa. You were a wonderful man. Im sad for us, but happy for your comfort in the arms of God and your children who passed before you. Love you.
Denny Bockrath
March 10, 2016
Sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He looked so good on Friday.
March 10, 2016
Even though I haven't seen you in many years, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength during this sorrowful time, and hold Uncle Bernie in His loving arms. Aunt Margie and family, know that you are loved. With sympathy, Debbie Brockert Kraemer, husband David Simpson, son Stephen Kraemer and his fiance Rachel Jarrard.
March 10, 2016
Jeff. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. wayne and. Jane
Jim Fair
March 9, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
March 9, 2016
Uncle Bernie will be missed. Didn't get to see him too often, but he always had a smile. Condolences to Aunt Margie and all the kids.
Mike and Jan (Brockert) Williams and families
Karen Steinke
March 9, 2016
I have known you for 37 years, you will always be in my heart.
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