Joan R. “Joanie” Steins
Tuesday, March 26, 1935
Date of Death:
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Age:
85 years old
Tuesday, March 26, 1935
Date of Death:
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Age:
85 years old
Tuesday, March 26, 1935
Date of Death:
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Age:
85 years old
Joan R. “Joanie” Steins
Joan R. Steins, 85, of Rochester, MN died Saturday, September 19, 2020 at St. Marys Hospital.
Joan was born March 26, 1935 in Fairfax, MN to Charles and Rose (Frassel) Domeier.
Joan was a novitiate at St. Benedict’s Convent and later attended nursing school.
On May 21, 1955 she was married to George L. Steins. To this union, four children were born. The couple lived in several western states and Canada while raising their family.
Joanie was a very hard worker. She held several different positions inside and outside the home. She loved to cook and bake. She will be remembered for her love of life and infectious laugh.
Joanie never met a stranger; she was a friend to many and will be missed by all. She was a devout Catholic and lived her life in service of the Lord and others.
Joan is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, George; her daughter, Mary King and grandsons, Landon and Lorne; son, Steven (Chele); daughter, Theresa (Gregory) Burgess and grandchildren Katelyn and Ryan; son, Paul; sister, Sr. Renee Domeier, OSB; brother Raymond; and other extended family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Lawrence, Edward and Robert; and numerous other relatives.
A Celebration of Life may be held at a later date.
Condolences
The family of Joan R. “Joanie” Steins has received the following condolences.
Dear Steins family
I happened to be in Rochester and was surprised to see Joanie's obituary in the paper. She and George lived next door to my mother in law, Ellen Johnson for several years in the apartment building on Park Point. She and George were wonderful friends to Ellen, and we will never forget all of her kind help and friendship. I like to imagine that they are having coffee together in heaven. God's peace and blessings to you all.
Judy Nelson
We will miss our dear friend too. It was always so kind of Joanie and George to visit us when they passed through Oregon and my sister and I were treated royally when we visited them in Duluth. I remember Joanie and all the good times we had on Killarney. She was always there to share a laugh or to help when needed. What a kind heart and a special spirit. Our hearts go out to all the family, especially to George. Joanie is gone from this earth but not forgotten.
?Mary and Leonard Mei
Joanie was my dearest friend for many, many years. We Were neighbours in Vancouver, Canada and never lost touch. I will miss our phone calls , she was the nicest, kindest and most loyal friend. Rest in peace dear Joanie and know I will miss you forever, my thoughts and prayers are with you George and your family.
Joanie will be so missed. Highlight of my every day at Madonna was getting a hug from her. Sending all my love to George and the family.
Joanie always had a smile on her face and a big hug and kiss when we she saw me. Joanie and George hold a special place in my heart. Thinking of her family during this difficult time.
Annie Skogen
Joanie will be missed by so many of her friends here at Madonna Towers/Madonna Living Community (MLC). She truly was a friend to all and in meeting new friends. Joanie had a great smile, very welcoming, always interested in you as a person. I know I will miss her smile, her laugh, her words of encouragement.
Sandym; MLC Foundation