Chester D. "Chet" Steinbach, of Antigo, died Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at Cedar Community Nursing Home in West Bend. He was 87 years old. He was born on March 16, 1926 in Antigo, a son of the late Erwin and Maude (Hurley) Steinbach. He married Marilyn "Corky" Goodwill on August 25, 1951 in the town of Rolling. She preceded him in death on May 23, 2010.
At the age of 16, Mr. Steinbach enlisted in the United States Navy, serving in the Pacific theatre during World War II. He later enlisted in the United States Army serving his country from 1948-1952 during the Korean War.
He was a employed as a carpenter in the Milwaukee Area until his retirement. Following retirement he returned to Antigo.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Survivors include four sons, Steven (Linda) Steinbach of Shawano, Paul (Sharon) Steinbach of Hartford, Jay Steinbach of Fox Lake and Mike (Lucia) Steinbach of Martinsburg, WV; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Jenny Steinbach of Las Vegas, NV.
In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by a brother, Lee Steinbach.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 11 at 11 a.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Wes Jedras officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. The Antigo veterans will conduct military rites at the funeral home following the services.
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Steve, Paul, Jay, and Mike Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Please know you are in our prayers. Sorry to say I won't make it on Saturday but we will be thinking of you.
Hello everyone, I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. Your mom and dad were always so good to me. I so miss the talks I had with your folks, the game playing and their smiles, but I know they are looking down and keeping a watchful eye over all of us.
Jay and family, just want to let you know that your are in our thoughts and prayers
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