John Steiger Obituary

John had a great sense of humor and many interesting stories. He was a fabulous illustrator and an involved father.

So sorry for your loss.
He appeared to have been a man who loved and was loved in return ....... Love never dies .

John was one of those few people who remain in your minds and hearts all life long. I was so very happy to have known him.

My heart and my prayers go out to the family of John R. Steiger. I came into their lives as a caregiver to John, in hope's that he might recover with the help of a caregiver at home. I came into their lives very late in John's, but I came to know him as a "Man's man..." Someone who embrassed the outdoors and nature in a way that many of us don't. With open eye's and mind to the beauty that life share's. God rest your soul, John and may your family find peace while you rest and wait for them in Heaven.

Our thoughts and best wishes are with you all. Uncle Bob left many wonderful memories and positively impacted numerous lives.

WE WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE HIM IN OUR FAMILY. WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN. THE BEST UNCLE,GREAT UNCLE AND GREAT GREAT UNCLE IN THE WORLD. WE WILL MISS HIM.

We are happy to have been a part of John and Phyllis life and family. The great stories about their adventures was truly amazing. The in-laws

Dear Phyllis, Cheryl, Darcy and Keith. To have known John, even in a small way, was a true gift. He leaves behind all of the goodness that made up his life and continues to live on in each of you. His amazing family is his legacy to the world. May we always remember to act on the example he set. A truly kind, gentle, loving, and humor-filled soul. God's peace.

Phyllis,Cheryl,Darcy, John,
Our condolences, He was a great guy with
a good sense of humor.our thoughts and prayers are with you

If only we all had inspiration like you had. God Bless!

His legacy lives on in his wonderful family, who have continued his talents and interest. Rejoice in sharing his life and continuing his traditions.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deepest sympathy to Phyllis, Cheryl, Darcy, John Keith and their families. Definitely one of the better people I've had the pleasure of knowing.

What a wonderful man! I only knew him because he was my sister's father-in-law. I feel blessed even having this secondary relationship. His legacy of integrity and artistic talent lives on in his family.

Hans and I knew (and loved) John since 1965 when we became neighbors in Riverwoods. Our kids grew up together and we spent many happy hours in the company of Johm and Phyllis. They were our guides to the flora and fauna of Illinois as well as much insider information about Chicago. They always respected nature and the environment.
John once claimed we "saved his life" when we picked him up at a Boy Scout Klondike Derby with a thermos of "miner's tea." John was a hands-on father, a doting husband and a wonderful friend. We always admired John's insightful artwork and his dry sense of humor. Because he worked at home, he was always on call for female household emergencies like a chipmunk that the cat brought in and deposited in the dining room.

John and Phyllis and the children enriched our lives in so many ways, and the world will not be the same with him gone. We will miss him beyond what words can say.