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Paul Steiner Obituary

Beloved husband of Cindy Steiner and loving father of Sean and Erin Steiner passed away on January 31, 2024, at the Casey House Hospice, Rockville, MD. Paul dedicated his life to public service while working as a Senior Policy Advisor at the Department of Justice during his career. He earned his master's degree in criminal justice from American University (1976) and bachelor's degree from Georgetown University (1969). Paul loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, sailing with the Boat Crew, hiking, cooking, and most of all, his family and dear friends. Paul will forever be remembered for his ability to connect with every person in the room through acceptance, empathy, and understanding.
Paul was the beloved son of the late Emil and Grayce Steiner; treasured brother of late Sally Kreiner (Fred), Susan Klausner (Dave), and Sharon Markstrom; adored brother-in-law of Susan Lebling (Chris Cassels); dear uncle of Fred Kreiner (Julie), Michael Kreiner (Linda), Beth Kobe (Paul), Jennifer Kreiner (Yolanda Feliciano), David Klausner (Brittany), Brian Klausner (Lucia), Marnie Louis (Kenn), Andy Lebling (Maria); former spouse Ginny; great uncle of many; and beloved companion to Titan.
A celebration of Paul's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made be made to Montgomery Hospice, https://montgomeryhospice.org/
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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 11, 2024.

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Scott Cooper

February 12, 2024

I met Paul Steiner 25 years ago, a year after my father died. He hired me at the DOJ. He quickly became not only my boss, but a mentor, friend, and father figure. I'll never forget our business trips to Tennessee and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Or, the time we spent at his cabin in West Virginia installing a bathroom vanity and taking a night hike on the property. Or the time he held my newborn daughter in his arms with a huge smile on his face. In fact, I can barely remember Paul without a smile on his face. He was kind, smart, loyal, and he deeply loved his family. I learned so much from Paul about work, family, and life in general. I'll miss you dearly my friend.

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