Obituary: Lawrence James Steinke, The Dalles
Lawrence James Steinke, age 77, was born November 17th, 1945, and passed away January 4th, 2023.
Lawrence was born in Detroit, Michigan to Otto and Margaret Steinke.
Lawrence got his Bachelor of Science at the Oregon State University in Forrest Service Engineering. He also served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1971 becoming a Vietnam Veteran.
He married Bonnie Joe Hynd.
Lawrence worked for Western in Pendleton, OR in 1971-1974 then transferred to Pape Redmond, OR in 1977-1979, and retired from Halton-Peterson in The Dalles, OR after working for the company from 1980 to 2015.
He was influential in bringing AYSO-American Youth Soccer Organization to The Dalles, OR in 1985-1993.
Lawrence is survived by his wife, Bonnie Joe Hynd. His children: Jeff Scott Steinke and Eric Skye Steinke.His Grandchildren: Ashley 29, Tyler 27, Skye 26, Teal 24, Dylan 23, and Jaden 21. Siblings: Ken Steinke,Jim Steinke, Ron Steinke, and Janice Snow (Steinke)
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.
