Patricia "Pat" Steinhauser

May 17, 1931 - January 15, 2021

Patricia A. “Pat” Steinhauser, age 89, of Kankakee, and formerly of Park Forest, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at Riverside Senior Living Community in Kankakee. She was born May 17, 1931 in Long Prairie, MN, the daughter of Robert & Evelyn Harrison Perkins. Pat married Frederick "Fred" Steinhauser on June 18, 1955 in Long Prairie, MN. He preceded her in death on September 15, 2011. Pat had a long career as a registered nurse. She was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Park Forest for over 50 years where she sang in the choir, enjoyed friendships in women's groups and bible study, was a member of the Altar Guild, and volunteered on committees and in many other aspects of church life. Faith and family were very important to her. Pat had a sweet and caring nature, a sparkling smile, and a wonderful sense of humor that somehow survived throughout her battle with Alzheimer's disease. Surviving are her children, Lynn (Steve) Carter of Robinson, Jay (Patty) Steinhauser of Berrien Springs, MI, Lori (Shay) Ader-Steinhauser of Kankakee, Jon (Tammy) Steinhauser of Otsego, MI; eleven grandchildren, Dan, Kristin, Matthew, Amanda, Theron, Chelsea, Leah, Amy, Marlin, Hailey, and Carl; 7 great-grandchildren; one cherished sister, Judy (Ben) Lukes of Belgrade, MT; an exceptionally devoted and loved niece, Kathy Vokoun of Heartland, MN as well as many more nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Pat is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert and Donald; and one sister, Jean. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, private family services will be held. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Trinity Lutheran Church in Park Forest, or Uplifted Care/Hospice of Kankakee Valley.