Frank J. Steinhofer

Frank J. Steinhofer, of Walkerton, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 23, 2026, following an illness. He was 84 years old. Frank was born on August 24, 1941, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Frank J. and Lucille (Harringer) Steinhofer. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy before beginning a long career as an auto worker at the AM General plant, where he later retired. Frank was a man who truly appreciated the outdoors and the simple joys of life. An avid fisherman and hunter, he was well known for filleting what many said was the best fish around—though he never kept any for himself, preferring instead to share his catch with others. He also enjoyed woodworking and took pride in creating things with his hands. In his later years, some of Frank’s happiest moments were spent riding around his property each day, feeding the birds, watching wildlife, and enjoying the peaceful beauty of nature he loved so much. Frank was united in marriage to Maureen Kalmar in 1965, who preceded him in death in 1988. He later remarried Margaret Frame in 1991 and she passed away in 1998. In 2002, he married Lou Ann Creech, who preceded him in death in 2023. He is survived by his children, Dawn (Jeff) Taghon and Frank “Butch” M. (Erin Fozo) Steinhofer; grandchildren Michael (Heather) Steinhofer, Maureen Taghon, Makenzie Taghon, Lauren Steinhofer, and Emily Steinhofer; and great-grandchildren Hazel and Jackson Steinhofer and Calcifer Naill. He is also survived by four stepsisters; six stepchildren, Stacey Goodman, Courtney Tibbs, Sherry White, Bob Frame, Mark Frame, and Lori Frame; fifteen step-grandchildren; many step great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous extended family members and friends. Frank was preceded in death by his parents; his wives; and one brother, Edward Steinhofer. Honoring Frank’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. CST (7:00 p.m. EST) on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Koontz Lake Missionary Church, with doors opening one-half hour prior to the service. Private burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Hospice or the Humane Society in Frank’s memory.

Frank J. Steinhofer

August 24, 1941 - February 23, 2026