JAMES CHARLES ADOLF STEINKE, SR.

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JAMES CHARLES ADOLF STEINKE, SR. Sadly the family of Jim Steinke announces his passing on November 27, 2012 at the age of 71. Jim was predeceased by his parents Adolph and Eva, his brother Willy Steinke and brother-in-law Albert Chartrand. Jim was born in Darlingford, Manitoba. He grew up in the Pembina Valley and while living in Ninette, he met Rose, his soul mate and best friend. The flower of his life. Jim is survived by Rose, his wife of 49 years; sons Jim Jr. (Marlis) and Calvin (Cyndi); former daughter-in-law Lesley Steinke; grandchildren, Madison, Andrew and Rowan Steinke; step-grandsons Eric, Timothy and Nicholas Lokstet. Jim is also survived by his mother-in-law Harriet Chartrand; siblings, John (Alice), Doreen (Garth), David (Linda), Laddie (Debbie), Lawrence (Betty); sisters-in-law Margaret (Arthur), Lily, Thelma, Doris (Mike), Alice (Don) and Sharon, as well as many nieces, nephews and close friends. Jim was a heavy duty diesel mechanic from a young age until he started his own business, Jay-Cee's Rod Reel Repairs, in 1987. The business flourished and Jim was proud to be the central warranty service of major fishing companies for 25 years. In an effort to promote fishing and give back to the community, Jim started the Red River Walleye Challenge in support of Breast Cancer Research. He was involved in and donated many prizes to various fishing tournaments and fund raisers throughout Manitoba. Jim received several awards and acknowledgments from the community for his generosity. Jim was a warm and giving person who would help where he could. He had enormous pride in his grandchildren and loved being the reason behind their smile. Jim loved his buddies dropping by his shop to sit and shoot the breeze. His stories of the good old days were always entertaining and to all who knew him, Jim's humour will never be forgotten. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Gilbart Funeral Home in Selkirk, MB. Cremation has taken place and private family Interment will follow at a later date. Honorary Pallbearers are Madison, Andrew and Rowan Steinke, Lynn Shabaga, Nelson Thomas and Lesley Steinke. Special thank you to The Selkirk District General Hospital Palliative care staff, as well as the numerous support of other family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Research or to a charity of your choice. We love you and we miss you Dad, Grandpa Jim Xo.. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 01, 2012