Norman Edward Steinke

Reverend Norman Edward Steinke, 80, was called home by the heavenly Father on September 5, 2019. He is survived by his wife of nearly sixty years, Marilyn Steinke; his son; Norm Steinke and wife Claire Steinke; his son; Brian Steinke; his daughter; Nancy Isham and husband Kurt Isham; five grandchildren; Lauren Steinke, Weldon Steinke, Carl Steinke, Hayden Isham, and Luke Isham.

Norm was born in Bowler, Wisconsin on April 24, 1939. He graduated from Concordia College, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1959 and from Concordia Theological Seminary, Springfield, Illinois, in 1963. He served as pastor in thirteen congregations over his career always heeding the Lord's call. He built and/or designed churches in Schofield, Wisconsin; Woodbury, Minnesota; Fort Worth, Texas; Abiline, Texas; Waco, Texas.

"Pastor Norm" dedicated more than fifty years of his life faithfully serving God. The Lord blessed him with the talent to organize, motivate, and inspire people to build the kingdom of God here on Earth and he continued this passion to serve throughout his life. There was hardly ever a time when he wasn't dreaming up his next project.

His commitment to his family was unparalleled. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren's accomplishments and relished in their successes. He took great pride in providing for his family in all ways.