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Stephanie Winterstein Obituary

Age 53. Born March 28, 1955 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Stephanie Winterstein of Joliet passed away in her sleep Sunday April 13, 2008 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home.

Employed at Schumann's Pies and Bread as well as being an accomplished homemaker, mother and grandmother for many years.

Preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Frances Schumann, father-in-law Thomas Winterstein.

Survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Charles Winterstein; mother-in-law, Beatrice Winterstein; and three children, Nathan of Joliet, Anna (Jeffrey) Allen of Kingman, AZ and Rachel of Grants Pass, OR; three grandchildren, Jordan, Johnathan and Jacob Allen; four brothers, Reggie (Sara), Neil (Sue), David (Barbara) and Robin (Paula) Schumann. In-law to Mike (Cyndi) Winterstein, Beverly (Mike) Parker, Bill Winterstein and Paula (Tim) Reidy; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 3-7 p.m. at the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will immediately follow with Rev. Keith Forni officiating.

Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag

1500 Black Rd near Midland

815-744-4444

www.bgsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Herald-News on Apr. 16, 2008.

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Carol Newman

April 20, 2008

Our family is so saddened by the news of Stephani passing away. She was our special "princess" ever since the day the Schumann family moved next door to us in Crystal Lawns. Not only were they our neighbors, but they became part of our family and she and her brothers meant so much to us.

We will always remember that sweet smile and the joy she brought to Clyde, Linda, Julie and myself.

We will be praying for your family in this tremendous loss.

God bless her memory.

Carol Newman

Chantal Host

April 18, 2008

Chuck, We are thinking of you and hoping that you have lots of support through this difficult time.
Chantal Host and Tom Naughton

Martha (Adams) & Jon Whitmer

April 17, 2008

Many fond memories of Stephanie, although it's been years since we've seen her. I smile when I think about her antics with my sister as I was growing up! Our deepest sympathy on your loss.

Nancy Simonson (cousin)

April 16, 2008

To Stephanie's Family
Stephanie and you will be in my thought and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Claudia & Bob Wandless

April 16, 2008

Chuck and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are of you today. God bless and keep you in the palm of His hand. He is our strength and our hope. Stephanie is in a most wonderful place and you will be reunited in His time. Your pain will be tolerable in the memories of her time with you. God bless you all. (Bea our love to you).
Claudia & Bob

Melissa Ongenae

April 16, 2008

I don't know what it is like to lose a mother, I can not make it all better but I will stand and comfort Nate and his family. I am so sorry for their loss and their pain. It hurts me so much to see Nate hurting, So please keep Nate and his family in your prayers and give them the strength to get though the tough times that are now and to come. You are family and I will be here if and when needed.

Margaret Z. By-Rite Furniture

April 16, 2008

Chuck,
Im so sorry to hear the passing of your wife. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that your memories keep you strong through these tough times.

The Ongenae Family

April 16, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your memories and faith sustain you during the coming days.

Bobbi (Jesonowski) Johnston

April 16, 2008

I was so saddened to hear of Stephanie's passing. We went to high school together, and although it's been awhile since I've seen her, I have fond funny memories of time shared with her in high school. She will be sadly missed.

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