Curtis Steindorf
June 10, 1945 - June 22, 2019
Obituary
FITCHBURG-It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful man, leaving his heartbroken wife, Mary to mourn him. Curtis E. “Curt” Steindorf, age 74, died of pancreatic cancer on Saturday, June 22, 2019, at home, with his loving wife by his side. Curt was born on June 10, 1945, to Marvel (Smith) and Rolland Steindorf, in Monroe.
He spent most of his career as a lineman for Alliant Energy (WP&L) and made many good friends there. Curt was caring, loving, and a big bear of a man with a huge heart. He always offered help to anyone who needed it and had a “system” for everything. He loved motorcycles, and when he was forced to give up riding as his disease progressed, he found a new passion in his little red BMW convertible. Curt fought this disease with all he had and beat it twice, but it was not meant to be.
Curt is survived by his wife, Mary (Belz); daughters, Terri (Steve Peck) Husen, Lisa (Richard) Cleary and Lynne (Sanford) Moore; sisters, Shirley (Mike) Alexander, Connie (Mike) Neisler; and sister-in-law, Elayne Steindorf. He is further survived by Mary’s family, who loved him as their own and traveled with him down his three-plus year journey with pancreatic cancer, Mary’s daughter, Tammy (Daniel) Braxton; son, David (Kimberly) Noyce; sister, Kathy (Edward) Nauman; brothers, Richard (Terri) Belz and Charlie (Linda) Belz. Curt also leaves behind 17 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two special cousins, Rick and Jenny Smith; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Curt was preceded in death by his parents, Marvel and Rolland; his father and mother-in-law, Harvey and Providence Belz; daughter, Cindy Spooner and her husband, Doug; his brother, Glenn Steindorf; beautiful niece, Becca Belz; and favorite uncle, "Skip" Smith.
A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12 Noon until the time of the service on Sunday.
Curt’s family would like to thank Agrace HospiceCare for their attentiveness and compassion.
Hold your loved ones close and always show them how much you love them.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Fitchburg
Funeral & Cremation Care
2950 Chapel Valley Road
(608) 442-5002
Events
Visitation
Sun Jun 30, 2019 @ 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Fitchburg • 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Memorial Service
Sun Jun 30, 2019 @ 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Fitchburg • 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, WI 53711
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Memories
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James Eisele
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Oh Grandpa Curt...I’ll always remember and cherish so many things about you. Mostly would be the conversations, your insight, your stories, and your big grandpa hugs. I pray that you are at peace and plotting on ways to mess with us...love ya Sir!
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Sue & Tom Deans
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May all your families special times together be remembered and shared as you celebrate his life. Sending thoughts and love.
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Kathy Casad
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Dear Mary and family,
My deepest sympathy to you at this very sad time.
Curt was one of the sweetest men I had ever met. Peace be with you all.
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LaDelta McCartney
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My heart aches for you Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this sad time. Curt was definitely a special person.
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Deb Tichenor
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I am so sorry to hear of Curt's passing. I knew Curt when he lived in Prairie du Chien and worked as a lineman. My parents owned Geisleea Blue Heaven and Curt was a faithful regular. He was a sweet and generous man. When my parents moved to Madiisonwe ran into him a few times. I am so sorry for your loss....prayers to your family in this difficult time. Deb Tichenor
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laura Dolphin
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I am so sorry for your loss, I knew Curt from driving truck for all color, He was always such a nice guy, I loved talking to him.