Marjory Steinbauer

Marjory A. “Margie” Steinbauer, age 95, of South Saint Joseph Avenue, Niles, Michigan died on Friday, June 14, 2013 at West Woods of Niles. She was born November 6, 1917 in Buchanan to Fred & Louise (Sherwood) Kell and lived in the Berrien Springs and Buchanan area. On February 19, 1940 she married Charles “Charlie” Steinbauer, and they moved in to the house on Saint Joseph Avenue that Charlie’s father built. Charlie preceded her in death on December 8, 1984 but Margie continued to live in that home for over 70 years.

Margie was employed by Simplicity Pattern Company in Niles and worked for Michigan Bell. In April of 1947, their son was born and she decided to become a full time homemaker, wife and mother. Margie was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Niles. She loved her family and caring for children.

Margie is survived by her stepson; David L. (& Karen) Steinbauer of McKinney, Texas, several step-grandchildren, step-great- & step-great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews and dear family friend Jo Ann Raatz of Niles.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charlie, son Edwin Steinbauer, step-son Carl “Ted” Steinbauer, four brothers and one sister.

The family will gather privately for services. Interment will be at Silverbrook Cemetery, Niles.

Donations in memory of Margie may be made to the Wesley United Methodist Church.

The Halbritter Funeral Home, Niles, is assisting with arrangements.

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