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JOSEPH ALAN STEINKAMP 1959 T0 2011 BELVIDERE - Joseph Alan Steinkamp, formerly of Belvidere passed away suddenly while on a business trip in New York. He lived and worked in Austin, Texas. Father of beloved daughters, Alexandra and Mikayla Steinkamp, both of Bryan, Texas. Son of late Dr. John Steinkamp and wife, Helen. Brother, John (Susan) Steinkamp of Carlsbad, Calif., and sister, Janice (Joe) Schrott of Nashville, Tenn. Was active in school and community activities while growing up in Belvidere. Played basketball; avid Chicago Cubs fan; band (trumpet) member; obtained the rank of Eagle Scout, was on the Honor Roll; graduated from Drake University; enjoyed fishing with father/brother in Canada; spent many years sharing the family's Wisconsin lake house; and cherished every moment with his daughters. He will be missed dearly by everyone who knew and loved him. Funeral at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26, at Beck Funeral Home in Cedar Park, Texas. Any memorials should be made to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 25 to Dec. 26, 2011.

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December 27, 2011

I remember your awesome smile in the halls of BHS. Deepest sympathy to your family at this difficult time.
Dianna Armbruster Annabel

Joanne Thornton

December 27, 2011

Deepest Sympathy to all the family. May The Holy Spirit give you comfort.

Karry and Vicki Wenger

December 26, 2011

So sorry for your loss. My heart gors out to the family. Regret not keeping in touch through the years. So many fond memories growing up with Joe, sleepovers, sports, band. Praying for God's peace to be with you all.

Mike & Mary Morris

December 26, 2011

Helen and family,

So many years have passed since leaving Belvidere, yet you, John, and the kids are so often in our thoughts and continuing prayers. Pleased accept our sincerest condolences for you and your family's recent loss.

Mike and Mary

carol mcquinn

December 26, 2011

Helen and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your sadness.
God's blessings to you all.
Carol McQuinn

Class of 1977 Belvidere HS

December 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

December 26, 2011

Helen, So very, very sorry to hear this very sad news. Our hearts go out to you. Michael and I have both lost a young childr, 17 and 20. We understant your pain. You will be in our prayers. Michael and Cathy Ward

Paul Turner

December 25, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Steinkamp family. The Turner's

David Englund

December 25, 2011

My deepest condolences to the entire Steinkamp family.

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