Grandma Steiner

Ann M. Steiner, 77, of Tremont, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 24, at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton, Illinois.

Ann was born on June 1, 1946, in Watseka, IL, the daughter of William and Marjorie Bauer Rinkenberger. She married Richard “Dick” Steiner on June 25, 1967, in Cissna Park, Illinois. He preceded her in death on November 24, 2020.

Surviving are two sons, Jeff (Jill) Steiner of Hancock, MN, and Dave (Sandy) Steiner of El Paso; two daughters, Ruth (Tim) Kaiser and Sarah Steiner, both of Tremont; two brothers, Ken (Devon) Rinkenberger of Morton, IL, and Bob (Sally) Rinkenberger of Fairbury, IL; two sisters, Kathy (Rich) Sutter of Atlanta, GA, and Karol (Tom) Stock of Cissna Park, IL; one sister-in-law, Velma Rinkenberger of Cissna Park, IL; nineteen grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Steve Rinkenberger.

Ann found her soul’s salvation through the shed blood of Jesus Christ in January 1965, was baptized on May 30, 1965, in Cissna Park, IL, and was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Tremont.

Her faith was strengthened by an outpouring of love from many dear Sisters and Brothers in Faith throughout her years and she especially appreciated the care she received at Restmor. She was blessed with many friends there, both residents and staff, and was likewise a blessing to many with her encouraging words and time spent at the piano praising God with hymns. Her cheerful smile will be missed by all. Ann’s large collection of more than 100 birds in her room brought her and her visitors much joy; and, although she was happy spending time in her cozy room, she also was glad to be involved in many of the activities so lovingly provided by Restmor staff. She enjoyed much time making and faithfully sending cards and letters to her children and grandchildren for birthdays and other events and was always interested in her family’s lives. Christmas cards sent to her sisters last week were especially meaningful as she stated, “I’m feeling joy, peace, and love,” and “I’m doing better, especially spiritually, and that makes all the difference in the world.”

 

Christmas Eve

 Sunday, December 24 - Christmas Eve.

I spent the morning with Grandma Steiner, and she seemed some (definitely not a lot) better. The nurse told us that the next 24 hours would clarify whether she would beat this or not. Grandma had beat pneumonia so many times before that we were thinking (well, I was anyway) that she was going to beat it again this time...

But I'm getting a little ahead of myself.

Note: short sleeves. Lovely day for target practice after church.

And a walk.

It was after this walk, 4:24 to be precise, when ASarah sent the text that something had changed with Grandma and we should head that way.

Grandma went to be with Jesus at 4:30 pm; Dad & I got there about 10 minutes later. ASarah was with her when she died, and we are all so thankful that she passed away peacefully and didn't suffer. 

We serve an awesome God. 

Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. 

Ephesians 3:20-21

TK Christmas 2023

 Family Christmas 2023 had an unusual start with an early morning text from UDave that Grandma Steiner wasn't doing very well...

Thankful that our kids were all healthy and able to come, we enjoyed a delicious brunch,

and then Dad & I and Ben & Coreena went to see Grandma while the crew back here played toys and games. Grandma had perked up a little and seemed some better by early afternoon when we went to see her.

Back home again, we exchanged a few gifts -

 A nice bonfire on a gray gray day to burn the boxes and trash, 

and then another delicious PH supper. 

After supper came my favorite gift - a program by the kids... and the grandkids!

Not sure I got px of all participants, but I think I got most of them -

And it was excellent! 

Thanks kids!

And that's a wrap for TK Christmas 2023.

Third Week Of December

Monday 12-17. Super cold, like high of 28d. 

These kids are serious about their ice cream.

Can't beat a good ol' Mutual of Omaha.

Tuesday was bitter cold again; by Wednesday it had moderated to mid-40's.

Thursday 12-21. K'nex Day.

Gray but beautiful nonetheless.

Almost done...