Obituary of Bruce A. Steinke

Bruce A. Steinke passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2024, at the age of 66.

Bruce was born to LeRoy and Shirley (Hentges) Steinke on December 14, 1958 in Anoka, Minnesota.

Bruce worked in the family construction business from a young age through much of his adult life. In his later years, Bruce drove a semi truck for a living.

On November 12, 1994, Bruce was united in marriage to Darla LaMont and became stepfather to Misty, Desirae and Nathan. The family moved to Becker Township in 1995 and Bruce and Darla became honorary parents to Jon Scholl. Bruce and Darla lived in Becker Township until late October this year, when they moved to Plymouth, MN.

Bruce was an occasional fisherman and an avid hunter as well as an avid Minnesota Vikings fan. He enjoyed spending time outdoors with family and friends. Becoming a Grandpa was a very special series of events in Bruce’s life and he very much loved and enjoyed each of his 13 grandchildren.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Shirley and LeRoy, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Darla, Misty (Josh) Briggs of Alta, Iowa, Desirae (Aaron) Aldava of Perry, Georgia, Nathan (Hope) LaMont of Melrose, Minnesota and Jon Scholl of Big Lake, Minnesota. He is also survived by sisters Yvonne (Darol) Merriman and Jacquelyn (Cary Poorker) Cary and brothers Scott Steinke and Todd Steinke, 13 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews as well as his aunt, Beverly Bakk of Cambridge and many cousins.

Memorial services are Friday, January 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation 1 hour prior, at The Cremation Society of Minnesota located at 7835 Brooklyn Boulevard. Brooklyn Park, MN 55445.