Obituary Notifications
Click below if you would like to be notified when a new obituary is posted.
Melvin STEINHAUER
February 6, 1942 - February 9, 2021
Obituary
On February 9, 2021, Melvin Steinhauer of Goodfish Lake passed away in Fort McMurray at the age of 79 years. He was born in Saddle Lake Cree Nation on February 6, 1942 to Harry & Clara (Cardinal) Steinhauer. He is survived by his wife, Delia; sons, Darryl (Debbie), Dale & Marvin (Amber); grandchildren, Matthew (Jaycie), Tasheena (Ivan Arcand), Trinity, Julianna, Jordan Louison, Jessie Louison, Tara Raine McGilvery & Darius Arcand; great-grandchildren, Tanner, Linkoln & Ashton; siblings, Arnold (Theresa) & Audrey (Gordon Gadwa); brother-in-law, Richard Rehaume; sister-in-law, Victoria Brighteyes; traditionally adopted brother, Richard (Anne) Plodzien of Lucas, Ohio, USA; extended family, Stan Sparklingeyes, Sheila Tremblay, late Jim Whitford, Steve Cheechoo, Mark Staudinger & Dr. Jeff Winterstein. Melvin was predeceased by 2 grandchildren, Mary Jane & Nolan Louison; father, Harry; mother, Clara; sisters, Violet (Harry) Cardinal, Eva Rehaume, Caroline (Oscar) Jackson & Rena Halfe; brothers, (twin brother) Marvin, George, Harry Harvey & Allan. A Private Family Service will be held at Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel, St. Paul. Reverend Robert Wright will be officiating with interment in Goodfish Lake Community Cemetery, Goodfish Lake. Special thanks to all the friends & family that called, Facetimed, texted & emailed. To nurse Sarah & the Drs at the Fort McMurray Covid 19 Unit ICU, a very special thank you. Those wishing to view the service may do so by livestream on Tuesday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m. at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85013140720?pwd=YUVkYnNRVE16ZGg5SXdiM2QzejI4Zz09 (Passcode: 840765). To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
GRACE GARDENS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1 780-645-2677
Condolences
Send a condolence, light a candle and/or share a memory, click "Send Condolence". Once your message has been approved by the moderator it will be posted to the website.
From: Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Dareld and Dianne Cholak and Family.
Relation: Friends
Our deepest condolences to you Delia and the entire Family..May he R.I.P.
From: Eric John Large
Relation: Former work associate.
Condolences to the bereaved family and relatives of Melvin. I had the privilege of working many years with Melvin when he worked as the Tribal Administrator in Saddle Lake and in the area of residential schools support. I am thankful for his sincerity and friendship.
From: Freda Cherrett
Relation: Family relative.
My sincère condolences to Delia and the family. Sorry for your loss Melvin was a kind caring man.
From: James Krauss
Relation: Worked together
Sincere condolences to Melvin’s family. Melvin will be truly missed by everyone who knew him.
From: Denise Kaiser (Rehaume)
Relation: Uncle
My deepest sympathy to Auntie Delia, Darrell, Dale & Marvin and families. Uncle Melvin will be sadly missed and such an inspiration to the family, with a such a good heart to help anyone who needed it.
From: Connie and Larry Collins
Relation: Friend
I never had the honor of meeting Melvin, but I certainly feel as though I know him. I have treasured my friendship with Dale for many years. Whenever I send a compliment Dales way – he often says that he is his father’s son. I know family connection was very important to Melvin. He, like Dale, valued the meaning of loving and supporting family and friends. I have a sweet memory of a kind gesture that Melvin did for my husband over 15 years ago. He sent Dale to our lake lot at Whitefish to give us bear fat for Larry’s psoriasis. We have never forgotten. The stuff stank beyond belief, but it sure worked. Tradition and culture are another beautiful trait that Melvin instilled in Dale. I have grown very fond of my sweet friend, and his pain is my pain. I wish him, Delia and all of his grieving friends and family my sincerest and deepest condolences. I hope that the wonderful memories of Melvin that were made through the years, help to sustain you all during this sad and difficult time.
From: Ron and Pat Malone
Relation: Father to a dear friend.
Our most sincere condolences Dale, your dad was a very special person. We will remember him fondly.
From: Debra Jackson
Relation: Family
My heart felt condolences to all loved ones and family. So saddened to hear of this loss. He will be truly missed.
From: Sara Potts
Relation: relation
Our heartfelt condolences to the family and Melvin’s siblings from the Potts and Louis family in Maskwacis. He was a very kind hearted considerate man. When I took my late aunties Pauline, Betty, and my mom Esther and aunty Maggie to Saddle Lake for funerals we were well taken care of. May God comfort you all.
Service Schedule
Private service arrangements have been made.
Memorial Gifts
The family has not designated a preferred charity at this time.
Thank You Notice
Send Flowers
Order direct from a local florist:
Dana Smyl Design
Call or Text 780-614-3917
Facebook
Instagram
The Jungle Flowers & Gift Store
4921 – 50 Avenue (across from Post Office)
St. Paul, AB.
Call: 780-645-3544 / Toll Free: 1-877-335-3544
Facebook
Floral Enchantment
4910 – 50 Avenue (next to Post Office)
St. Paul, AB.
Call: 780-645-5159 / Toll Free: 1-866-645-5159
Facebook
Instagram
Westcove Treasures (Artificial Arrangements)
Text: 780-614-5748
Email: westcovetreasures@gmail.com
Facebook
Instagram
The Floral Farm
Mobile Florists Serving Smokey Lake & Area
Louella Tychkowsky & Team
Telephone: 780-650-0292
Please have the name of the deceased and the date of the service for handy reference.
Donate In Memory
Send Condolence - For Melvin STEINHAUER
Use the form below to send a Condolence, light a memorial candle and/or share a personal memory.