Ivan N. Steinke
d. June 18, 2016
Ivan N. Steinke, 70, of Wapakoneta passed away at 3:02 a.m. Saturday June 18, 2016 at his home.
He was born on November 1, 1945 in Shelby Co. to Arthur & Rosa (Wendel) Steinke who preceded him in death.
On October 25, 1974 he married Deb Uppenkamp and she survives in Wapakoneta.
Survivors also include a brother; Frank (Deb) Steinke, 3 sisters Phyllis Ward, Elsie (Dale) McGlothen, Stime (Tim) Davis, a sister-in-law, Dawn Steinke, a brother-in-law Paul Uppenkamp and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brother and best friend, Dan Steinke who passed away on February 12, 2016 and a brother-in-law Hasroe Ward.
In 1984 Ivan bought S&S Hay Company, dealing in hay and straw. Dedicated with passion and hard work, Ivan and Deb were successful with their company. Ivan loved spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed playing cards, riding horse, motorcycles, shooting trap and anything that involved outdoor activity. He loved to laugh and have a good time, there was never a dull moment when Ivan was around. He had a great love for animals. He was a big man with a great big soft heart. We love you Ivan and you will be truly missed.
Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday June 22, 2016 at Immaculate Conception Church, Botkins, with Father Patrick Sloneker officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Rita's Hospital.
He was born on November 1, 1945 in Shelby Co. to Arthur & Rosa (Wendel) Steinke who preceded him in death.
On October 25, 1974 he married Deb Uppenkamp and she survives in Wapakoneta.
Survivors also include a brother; Frank (Deb) Steinke, 3 sisters Phyllis Ward, Elsie (Dale) McGlothen, Stime (Tim) Davis, a sister-in-law, Dawn Steinke, a brother-in-law Paul Uppenkamp and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brother and best friend, Dan Steinke who passed away on February 12, 2016 and a brother-in-law Hasroe Ward.
In 1984 Ivan bought S&S Hay Company, dealing in hay and straw. Dedicated with passion and hard work, Ivan and Deb were successful with their company. Ivan loved spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed playing cards, riding horse, motorcycles, shooting trap and anything that involved outdoor activity. He loved to laugh and have a good time, there was never a dull moment when Ivan was around. He had a great love for animals. He was a big man with a great big soft heart. We love you Ivan and you will be truly missed.
Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday June 22, 2016 at Immaculate Conception Church, Botkins, with Father Patrick Sloneker officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wapakoneta.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Rita's Hospital.
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