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David Steutermann Obituary
CANTON - Dr. David D. Steutermann, 51, of Canton, Ill., passed away at 10:05 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2013, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
He was born July 26, 1962, in southern Illinois to Arthur and Norma Steutermann. He married Julie Geerts Rice on Oct. 21, 2006, in Canton.
She survives, along with his mother of Chesterfield, Mo.; his daughter, Rachel Steutermann of St. Louis, Mo.; one stepdaughter, Hannah Rice of Canton; two stepsons, Kyle Rice of Champaign and Ethan Rice of Lewistown; and his granddaughter, Norah Monroe, who would light up his day and shared a special bond that no one could match.
His father preceded him in death.
Dr. Steutermann was a longtime physician, last working as an OB-GYN at Graham Hospital, Canton, where he retired in June 2013.
He was an OB committee chairman and past president of Graham Medical Group CMA.
His passion was taking care of his patients and making them comfortable in whatever situation they were facing.
He loved his family more than anything.
Dr. Steutermann was a very generous man, donating to several charities, especially children's charities, including St. Jude and YWCA.
He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals, Rams and Blues fan.
He enjoyed traveling; Hawaii holding a special place in his heart.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013, at Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home, Canton, with the Revs. Randy Munson and Nina Nestlerode officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013, at the funeral home. Cremation rites will be accorded after the services.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Colon Cancer Alliance.
To view Dr. Steutermann's memorial tribute or send online condolences, you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Steutermann
Anna Seidelman
October 8, 2013
No words can say how much you will be missed. Please spend time playing with Baby Jesse, my grandson. Teach him to use his wings and the two of you can fly around together. The Big Angel and Little Angel! We love you.
Chris Monroe
October 6, 2013
Julie, Hanna and Dusty I am so sorry for your loss!!! Dave was a great man and will greatly be missed. I will never forget him doing such a great job delivering Norah. That was a special moment one of many I am sure that will be remembered forever!!! I Love you all and if you need anything please call me anytime!!! Love and Peace Forever!!!!
October 5, 2013
Dr. Steutermann delivered my daughter in 2007. After many complications we thought we would lose her but thanks to him, she was born healthy! In 2009 she was diagnosed with leukemia and he did the most wonderful thing for us! He bought us a car so we could drive her to Memphis Tenn. And get her treatment!!! Thank you Dr. Steuterman for all you have done to keep my baby alive!!!!
October 5, 2013
God bless u Dr Stewy and your family u will forever be in my heart... Thanks for everything u had done for me and for my family... May u RIP. Doc always. Remembered never forgot.....
Ethan Wise
October 5, 2013
For a very magnificant man
Ethan Wise
October 5, 2013
Thank you David for all the happiness you brought to my family and many others. Although we only knew you for 14 years we will remember you for a lifetime. You were a magnificant man. Gods peace and love to the Steutermann family.
Baby Jesse Born sleeping July 8 2013
Stephanie Seidelman
October 5, 2013
You will be missed by Many! Take Care of my Baby Jesse. I know he will be in good hands if heaven has gained an angel as great as you.
michelle mckinley
October 5, 2013
Heaven gained a extrordiary man and we have a wonderful Angel watching over us!!!
Courtney Dutton
October 4, 2013
R.I.P Doctor Steuterman, you were awesome through out my pregnancy and labor. You gave me the greatest gift Ive ever had, a healthy baygirl! You always had a smile on your face and complimented me on days i really needed it. I don't think Ill ever find a Doctor as good as you to deliver my future children. R.I.P
marcella waldo
October 4, 2013
You were one of my favorite Dr. You helped me when I was in so much pain helped deliver my second child there will never be another like you. May you RIP my wonderful Dr...
Devin Staley (Lyons)
October 4, 2013
I can not thank this man and his wife enough for saving my son's life, and both delivered my daughter as well. There will never be anyone to replace him, I have never met any doctor more real and caring in my life! Thoughts and prayers are with Julie and his family and all the lives he has touched in fulton county and beyond! You will always be missed and loved by so many!
Nicolas Chaney
October 4, 2013
you were a great doctor to both of my sisters..you will be greatly missed
Felicia Strevels & Parker Smizer
October 4, 2013
Thank u for saving our son and my life. You will always have a big place in our hearts forever. Thank you so much.
DeeVon Mummert
October 4, 2013
He saved my Daughter's life and aided in her being able to carry children and eventually have 3 beautiful kids. He will be greatly missed...!
October 4, 2013
Awesome Doctor and Wonderful Person. He will be truly missed.
Fallon Bucher
October 4, 2013
He was a great guy with a big heart he helped bring my 4 beautiful babies in this world he will forever hold a place in my heart I am grateful to have had a doctor who cared Dr.Steutermann was loved by so many people and will be missed by so many people sending prayers and love to the family in their time of need doc will forever be loved and missed
Debbie and Glen Hamm
October 4, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Gayla Martindale
October 4, 2013
My thoughts are with the family - I wish you strength through this difficult time. He was such a nice man and my family will miss him greatly.
Monica Brar
October 4, 2013
It was a great gift in my life to have known David for 21 years, who was a man of unparalleled generosity, strength, courage, exuberance, kindness, loyalty, integrity, decency and so much more. He was devoted to the family that he adored and to his profession and touched so many lives with both his skill and his amazing spirit. To my sweet friend David, you will be very missed, and I hope you are at peace as you made this world a much better place for having been in it. And to his beautiful wife Julie and his family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Janet Mann
October 4, 2013
Prayers for the family. He was a gentle man with a kind heart that touched many lives.A huge loss to the community of Canton.
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