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Obituary: Regina (Jeanie) Steiner, 82
Published: July 17, 2025
By: Provided by
Sundquist Funeral Home
Regina (Jeanie) Steiner
 Regina
(Jeanie)Steiner passed away on July 17, 2025 after
a brief stay at Lewis County General Hospital.
Born on June 11, 1943 to
Reginald and Nina Zehr. The eldest of four. She took on the role of
caregiver early in life, helping to raise her younger siblings - a
responsibility that took on a life long calling
in caregiving. She healed with compassion, cared with grace, found her joy in helping others. Rocking babies was a
particular favorite task.
Regina married the love of her life - Kurtis D
Steiner in April 1962 and soon after earned her associates degree in
licensed practical nursing. Together they built a loving home and raised 4
children. Once her children were grown, Jeanie pursued her dream of
becoming a registered nurse. With determination and passion, she earned her
RN degree and continued her nursing career until age 80. Leaving a legacy
of compassion and dedication to others.
In her lifetime, Jeanie was a voracious reader- she
consumed 1000's of books, loved to dance, had a deep love for her grand children and a zest for life that was contagious.
Jeanie loved to travel. Her love for life sparkled
like the lights of Las Vegas and danced the rhythm of Caribbean waves. She
was happiest when sailing on the ocean with family and friends. With Abba
playing in the backdrop and laughter echoing, she will be remembered by all
who knew her as the life of every party...A free spirit who never met a
contest she wouldn't enter.
Regina leaves behind a husband of 63 years, Kurtis. 4 children- Kenton, Croghan; Kimberly
Widrick, Lowville; Renee(Timothy) Widrick,
Lowville; Lansing, Croghan. 9 Grand children, 14 great grand children,
siblings Gary (Robin)
Zehr, Rome
NY. Gloria Manzer, Lowville, NY and Wayne (Ann) Zehr N.
Myrtle Beach, SC. 4 step grand children, and 8 step great grand
children as well as nieces, nephews and cousins .
Regina is predeceased by her parents Reginald Zehr and
Nina (Ed) Monnat; in-laws Aurelius and Helen Steiner; brothers-in-law Bradford
Steiner and Lowell Manzer; son-in-law Philip Widrick; and grandson Rayce
Timothy Birchenough.
Calling hours will be on Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:00-12:00 with funeral service to follow at
First Mennonite Church, New Bremen.
A message of sympathy may be made to: www.sundquistfh.com
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