James Russell Steinhoff

1938 ∼ 2019

James Russell Steinhoff, 81, passed into eternal life on March 30, 2019, at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee. Born in Kenosha, on March 21, 1938, he was the son of the late Henry and Charlotte (Nordbye) Steinhoff. He was a graduate of Mary D. Bradford High School and a member of the class of 1956. Jim served in the Wisconsin National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Division from 1961-1963. He was united in marriage to Alberta Bruch at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. In 1999, after 34 years, he retired from the MacWhyte Company. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, bowling, traveling, and umpiring softball. His greatest joy, though, was to be surrounded by his treasured family. Jim was a devout Catholic and a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. He sang in their church choir for 35 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Alberta, and their children James J. (Valerie) Steinhoff of Union Grove, Samuel (Dawn) Steinhoff of Muskego, and Allison (David) Farchione of Jackson. Also surviving him are his beloved grandchildren Brady, Vincent, Luke, Anthony, Sarah, Sophia, and Emma. He will be dearly missed by all of them. He is further survived by a sister, Sandra (Donald) Kirschbaum and a daughter, Kim (Lance) Buisse. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his parents-in-law, Joseph and Yolanda Bruch, and his sisters Joan (John) Lang and Barbara Kertz. Funeral services honoring Jim’s life will begin with a visitation on Friday, April 5, 2019, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 1919-54th Street, Kenosha, at 9:30a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11a.m. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Jim’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Sheila M. Robinson April 12, 2019
It is with great sorrow that I am sending my condolences on your recent loss. As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, I and would like to share a scripture that has benefited me and many people in time of grief. God reassures us of something wonderful in the Bible at Acts 24:15. It says, "There is going to be a resurrection." Along with God's promise to us at Revelation 21:3, 4 of sorrow, death, and pain being done away with permanently.It is my hope that this bit of information is of comfort to you. Please be sure to find further information regarding the resurrection at: JW.ORGMay God be with you.
Gail French April 5, 2019
Just wanted to say how sorry we are to JJ and family. God Bless your family JJ. Love Gail French and Steve Schultz
Mike Serpe April 3, 2019
Dear Alberta,I have so many wonderful memories of the eighteen years I shared with Jim at Macwhyte, especially those spent golfing and bowling, because to know him was to love him.I am terribly sorry for your loss. Mike Serpe
Jeff mergen April 2, 2019
It was a pleasure spending time with mr. Steinhoff at the night at the track events. I know your memories of your dad will be beautiful and plentiful. God bless you all. Jeff mergen