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MICHAEL STEINBERG Obituary

STEINBERG, Michael Lee Age 82, passed away on February 22, 2025. Michael was the son of Beryl (Nee Harris) and Saul Steinberg and the late Dick Whitman. Mike was born in Cambridge, MA, and raised in nearby Newton. He attended the Ward Elementary School and Kimball Union Academy. He graduated from the University of Vermont in 1964, becoming the first hockey goalie at the school when it became an intercollegiate sport. While at UVM, Mike got the nickname "Stinky" from his Phi Sigma Delta buddies, which remained with him his whole life! After college, Mike attended Officer's Training School in Rhode Island, entered the US Navy as an ensign for 3 ½ years stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, and left as an LTJG. Mike married Susie Bernheimer in 1965, had two children, Stu and Sharon, and eventually settled and raised his family in Swampscott, Massachusetts. He was in the leather business and was a great salesperson with a wonderful personality, a storyteller, and a jokester. He loved playing gin with his UVM friends and was a proud member of Kernwood Country Club in Salem for over 40 years, where he did quite a bit of golfing and socializing. Mike loved all the sports teams in Boston and was an avid fan of all sports, but especially the Patriots and the Bruins, with his hockey background. Mike was even a referee for youth hockey games in his 20s and 30s! Mike and Susie traveled the world, having many amazing adventures. Mike loved his family, and their well-being was the most important thing to him. He is survived by his wife Susie, Son Stu and wife Kristine of Newburyport, daughter Sharon and Paul of Boston, and five grandchildren: Drew, Hannah, Jade Steinberg, Lex, and Louise Shiner. Mike also leaves many loving nieces, nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nieces. Funeral services on Tuesday, February 25, 2005, at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 120 Canton Street, Sharon at 10:00 am. To view service livestream go to brezniakfd.com Please join the family for Shiva at the Village at Vinnin Square Clubhouse, 200 Loring Hills Ave., Salem, on Tuesday, February 25, from 2-7 pm. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2025.

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James McNamara

August 19, 2025

I was saddened to note Mike's passing as cited in the latest edition of the Kimball Union. We spent our prep school years together at KUA oh so many years ago.

Bill Bartholomew

July 29, 2025

Mike was a good and kind man. Rest in peace my friend.

Carol & Sam Denbo

February 25, 2025

Dear Susie,
We are sending love to you, Sharon and Stu and your entire family! Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers! Mike was truly a great guy and will be sorely missed! May his memory be a blessing to all of you!

Jane Harris Kelley

February 24, 2025

Deepest condolences to Sue,Stu,Sharon and family.
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STEVEN M RATNER

February 24, 2025

Mike and I met in 1960 at the Univ. of Vermont and have been friends these sixty five years. His enthusiasm, candor, and love of life were his trademarks.
Whether on the golf course, at a card table, or at dinner with friends, conversation was always lively and interesting
Mike was a good man and will be dearly missed.
Our heartfelt condolances to Sue and the family.
Love
Beth and Steve Ratner

Bob Bell

February 24, 2025

Susie - Burt B sent me a note about Michael´s (Mike´s, Stinky´s) passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. It was always a joy to connect with Michael. Over the many years since UVM with a couple of reunions and us trading through telephone calls, emails - news and jokes, conversations about, family, our health. Everytime, during these and after, I´d always have a smile. Michael cast a lovely light. Let his memory continue shining that light and may his memory be a blessing.

Bob Bell - Atlanta

Damaris Martinez

February 23, 2025

I had the opportunity to work with him at the Salem hospital while he did his volunteer work.
Thanks Mike!
To his family my deepest condolences

Jim Considine, Charlestown

February 23, 2025

Thank you for your unselfish military service to the people of this nation. May you now rest in peace.

Dick George 101st Airborne Division Newburyport

February 23, 2025

Requiescat in pace amica meus! Ave at que vale!

Fred and Amy Magnus

February 23, 2025

Dear Suzie,
We are sorry to hear about Mike's passing. He was truly and outstanding individual. I enjoyed his company when I saw him at conventions or factory. He was always upbeat. Competing with him in the NFL contest was always challenging. I took pride when Roy and I scored higher than him. I will miss his outgoing personality and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fred and Amy

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Feb

25

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Sharon Memorial Park Chapel

120 Canton Street, Sharon, MA

Feb

25

Shiva

2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Village at Vinnin Square Clubhouse

200 Loring Hills Ave, Salem, MA

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1251 Washington Street, West Newton, MA 02465

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