Richard Lee Steinhauer
August 06, 1949 - May 03, 2016
Obituary
MADISON-Richard L. "Rick" Steinhauer, age 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. He was born on Aug. 6, 1949, in Madison, the son of Robert and Louise (Cook) Steinhauer. Rick served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1972. He worked for the DeForest Police Department and Sun Prairie Police Department before joining the Dane County Sheriff's Department as a Deputy from 1974 to 2009. During this time he was a member of the Dive Team from 1980 to 2000 and a volunteer for the DeForest EMS. Rick was also a member of VFW Post No. 7591, American Legion Post No. 534 and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) as an instructor for many years. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson softail motorcycle, dancing, listening to live music, antiquing and loved spending time with his family. Rick was a jokester with a great sense of humor, and at the same time giving, donating his time for special organizations close to his heart. Rick was also a strong-willed, sincere, loyal, caring and compassionate man, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Rick is survived by his daughters, Stacy (Jason) Weber and Stephani (Matt) Gallenberger; grandchildren, Camden and Piper Weber, and Grant Gallenberger; father, Robert Steinhauer; mother, Louise Houston; brothers, David Steinhauer and Michael (Jill) Houston; sisters, Patricia (Tom) Stevens and Maureen (John) Jackson; dear friend, Dennis Simmons; mother of his children, Sharon Reigstad; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his step-mother, Gloria Steinhauer. A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 4:30 p.m., on Saturday, May 7, 2016, with the Rev. Susan Schneider presiding. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to U.W. Carbone Cancer Society, Attn: Pancreas Cancer Research Fund, 600 Highland Ave., K4/658, Madison, WI 53792-6164. The family would like to thank the V.A. Hospital and Dr. Bilal Rahim for his excellent care and commitment. Also, thank you to Agrace HospiceCare for their wonderful care and support. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
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Visitation
Sat May 7, 2016 @ 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Sat May 7, 2016 @ 4:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Eric Jimieson
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Stephani and family... we are saddened to hear of the passing of your Dad. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers throughout this difficult time. We hope that memories of times you shared bring you strength as you navigate thru the process of laying Rick to rest and saying goodbye.
Best Regards,
Eric & Kerri Jimieson
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Ismael sanchez
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I work many years with Rick and what I like the most about him is that he was very organized and helpful with the logistics of any event . He always contributed for an event to run smoothly. I liked to work with him for that . We worked together at many events, but mainly Dane Co. Fair, World Dairy Expo and Edgewood College. He is a great loss to me as a friend. My condolences to the family.
Retired Dane county Sheriff
Ismael Sanchez
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Andrea Grex
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What a great dad and grandfather you were. You will be so missed by the girls and all of those of us that love you. I know you will watch over us until we meet again. Love ....Andrea
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Steve Ebert
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It was my absolute privilege to count Rick as a friend. We worked closely together for 12 years and shared many outside interests beyond work, including our regular Stein Club meetings and riding our Harley's. Rick was truly "one of a kind" and I will miss him. Rick was a devoted father and grandfather who, I am sure, has left wonderful memories for his family. Ride free Rick.
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Debby
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Thoughts and prayers Stacy and Stephine your Dad was a special guy, protecting all put all before himself.
Vic Debby Haley and Kylee Hagerty
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Jeff Grex
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Stephanie and Stacy I've only met your father a hand full of times. He always had a big smile on his face, was easy to talk too and in a great mood. Thoughts and Prayers to you and your families. Jeff, Gavin and Irene Grex.