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Edward Steimel Obituary

Born January 20, 1922 in Running Lake, Arkansas, Edward J. Steimel died Saturday, April 9 at the House of Grace in Denham Springs, Louisiana. He was 94. He served as Executive Director of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana from 1951 to 1975; he was President and Director of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry from 1975 to 1988. He was Director of Development for the LSU College of Engineering from 1988 to 2006. Through his fundraising efforts, LSU gained more than 50 scholarships, 106 professorships and 15 special chairs for the college. He and his wife, Mary were instrumental in co-founding the Cerebral Palsy Center of Baton Rouge; now known as the McMains Children's Developmental Center. He is survived by his children and their spouses Mary Jo Steimel O'Neal and husband Jon of Denham Springs; Edward J. Steimel, Jr. and wife Sarah Sanders Steimel; and George F. Steimel and wife Mary Cardini, all of Baton Rouge; sisters Margaret Steimel Baltz and husband Bernard of Pocahontas, Arkansas ;Viola Steimel Jansen of St. Louis, Missouri; 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Welch Steimel ; daughter, Phyllis Susanne Steimel; parents, George and Josephine Steimel; brother Hubert Steimel; sisters Lucille Steimel Fair, Mildred Steimel Qualls and Rita Jo Steimel. He was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Visitation will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 12 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, April 13 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow at Greenoaks Cemetery. Pallbearers are his grandsons T.J., Jonathan, Phil and Quentin Lewis; Brad Steimel; and great grandson, Kaleb Flowers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the McMains Children's Developmental Center or the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 10 to Apr. 13, 2016.
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Ed was a great friend and will be deeply missed. Prof. Hon. Randolph M. Howes MD, PhD

April 16, 2016

We send our sympathy to the family and fondly remember Edward Steimel's trip to Honduras. He was absolutely one of the most delightful visitors and saw that the LSU group had a great time. Everyone enjoyed his generous spirit and enthusiasm. Mary Flores & family

April 13, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Steimel. He took a chance on me gave me a job at LABI when I was very young and had absolutely NO experience. Because he believed in me, I was able to get my entry position job at the company that I still work for 24 1/2 years later. I have thought of him many times over the years and I just told my sister, that I didn't even realize the opportunity he had given me until after I had left LABI. There will always be a soft spot in my heart for Mr. Steimel. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. God bless.

Carla Richardson

April 13, 2016

Guys, I have fond memories of Christmas with the Steimels, learning how to shoot, playing music on the stereo, playing monopoly for hours, apple and banana pancakes prepared by Uncle Ed for breakfast. That camping trip in the rain with a leaky tent, Aunt Mink cussing a blue streak while Bruce and cousin Ed laughed, dry in the car! I will never forget those times and I will never forget you, Uncle Ed! Watch over us and rejoice in the reunion with all that have gone before. MaryJo, Ed, George and all your families, you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless and keep you. The Welch's

Mark Welch

April 12, 2016

My condolences to the Steimel family. I got to know Ed as he worked with my father Wallace during the early years of PAR. Ed certainly devoted himself to making Louisiana a better place, for which I am grateful. George

George Armstrong

April 12, 2016

Sending our love and prayers for the whole family. Uncle Eddie was a great and well loved man. May God wrap his loving arms around you, so that you may all find peace and comfort at this difficult time.

David & Kelly Steimel

April 12, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss; my prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time.

Wendy Applewhite

April 12, 2016

Eddie and family,
We are sorry about the loss of your Dad, our prayers and thoughts are with you all

Buddy & Lillie Landaiche

April 11, 2016

Our prayers are with the Steimel family. It is always so hard to let go; but he has such a beautiful family to carry on in his name!

Lenny & Marlene Stelly

April 11, 2016

My condolences to you both Sarah and Eddie. I never knew Mr, Steimel, but I know he was an outstanding man whose accomplishments were tremendous.

Paula Porter
Houma, LA

Paula Porter

April 11, 2016

It was an honor and a pleasure to work for Mr. Steimel at LABI. Sending prayers to the family.

Linda Barbati

April 11, 2016

Sending our love and prayers that you may find comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Claire & Glenn Rivette

April 11, 2016

The legacy that Mr. Steimel left behind is tremendous inspiration to all of us at the McMains Children's Developmental Center. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as they grieve the loss of this fine gentleman.

Renee Craft, Executive Director
McMains Children's Developmental Center

Renee Craft

April 10, 2016

Dear George and Edward: Your dad was one of the finest people I ever knew. He was a good friend, a dedicated citizen and a Christian gentleman.He will be missed by all of us.

Bill Bailey

Pat and Bill Bailey

April 10, 2016

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