Keith M. Steiner

1945 - 2008

Keith Steiner, 63, of Rexburg, died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, at his home.
Keith was born March 14, 1945 to Rulon and Angeline Steiner in Rexburg, where he was raised, and graduated from Madison High School in 1963.
He received his Bachelor's of Science in sociology and political science and his master's of public administration in executive management from Brigham Young University.
Keith married Judy Casper of Rigby on March 29, 1968, in the Idaho Falls Temple.
He is survived by his wife, Judy, and children Brian (Erica) Steiner of Smithfield, Utah, Joanna (Rick) Kreifeldt of South Jordan, Utah, Lynette Steiner of Roberts, Melanie (Alan) Gordon of Vernal, Utah, and Kelli (Brett) Lindsey of South Jordan, Utah; and 14 grandchildren who adored him. He is also survived by siblings Blaine (Verlene) Steiner of Antioch, Calif., Marilyn (Dahl) Gulbransen of Federal Way, Wash., and Farrell (Stacy) Steiner of Ammon. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Braydon.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in the West German Mission. He held many positions in the church, including bishop, member of a High Council and at the time of his death, was serving with his spouse as a Cub Scout leader and as an ordinance worker at the Rexburg Temple.
Keith enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Some of his happiest times were spent outdoors with his family golfing, four-wheeling, camping, fishing and hiking.
Keith devoted his career to the health care field. During his 32 years as CEO of Madison Memorial Hospital, he fulfilled his vision of providing the highest quality healthcare to the community. In that time, he oversaw several expansion projects and assisted in recruiting numerous specialists and physicians resulting in greatly expanded services.
Keith served on many local, state and national councils, committees and task forces in health care over the years, including the American Hospital Association and the Idaho Hospital Association. He was very involved in the community and served as president of the Rexburg Chamber of Commerce and Rotary International.
Keith received many awards and recognitions throughout his career, including the Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year (1985) and Businessman of the Year (2006) and was the recipient of the prestigious Star Garnet Award from the Idaho Hospital Association (2007).
Although he received numerous awards throughout his career, his greatest joy came from his time spent with his family.
His own words summarize it best: "I hope all the public service I have given so far in life has helped others enjoy a better quality of life. I choose to measure my quality of life by having my sweet eternal companion at my side, five beautiful children who make me so proud and grandchildren who allow me to laugh, cry and play."
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at the Rexburg North Stake center, 314 E. Second North, with Bishop Dane Dickson officiating.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29, 2008, at Flamm Funeral Home in Rexburg and from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, prior to services in the church. Interment will be at the Rexburg Cemetery.