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Allan Steinhoff

Rhody Family Funeral Home

Allan Wayne was born on Monday, February 17, 1941, in Chesley, to proud parents Lloyd and Evelyn (Murray) Steinhoff. He was the youngest of the Steinhoff clan, joining older siblings, Marg, Donna, Bert, Betty, Ken, and Bill. Allan attended both public and high school in Chesley, where he soon took a fondness for sports… and he was good at them too! For Allan, there were two seasons, hockey and ball season. Although talented on the ice, his true calling was baseball. Allan had a great arm, which ultimately earned him a semi-pro try-out with the Toronto Maple Leafs Triple-A club, a farm team of the Detroit Tigers. Here he rubbed shoulders with the likes of Satchel Paige and others who went on to professional careers in baseball. Sadly, this was not the path meant for Allan, and although he never lost his passion for the game, he returned home to be closer to family and pursue other opportunities.

It was during this period that Allan took a liking to a young lady by the name of Sheila Maureen McClement. In time the young couple began dating and were eventually married on Saturday, July 22, 1967. Unfortunately, the day was memorable for all the wrong reasons as Allan was suffering from rheumatic fever at the time. In fact, he required his doctor’s permission to leave the hospital for the wedding before returning to the hospital after the ceremony…. can we say romantic? 🙂 The newlyweds settled in Elmwood for a short time, before moving to Hanover. At this time Allan was working at Krugs in Chesley before later moving on to Knetchel Furniture in Hanover where he ran the shipping department.

The Steinhoff family soon began to grow with the arrival of Mark in 1969. A couple of years later, the family welcomed Glenn (1971) before heartache struck again when Allan and Sheila lost their third son, Christopher in infancy. The year was 1976. Family was always important to Allan so understandably this was a big setback for him and Sheila. However, with the love and support of family and each other, they were able to move on and Allan relished fatherhood. In addition to always being there for his sons, Allan was a constant in their sporting lives as well. He coached the boys in both hockey and baseball, passing on his love of sports. If Allan wasn’t playing sports, he was watching them. Montreal franchises held a special spot in Allan’s heart, as he was a big Canadiens and Expo fan! The desire to teach and coach led Allan to assist with additional teams whereby he passed down his wealth of knowledge and experience to others.

By the late 1980’s, Allan was working at North Country Furniture in Chesley. In time this business eventually transformed into the Chesley Market where Allan thrived. There were several ups and downs during this learning period. However, persistence paid off and the market soon took off and moved to Southampton for future growth. There, Allan managed day-to-day operations until an opportunity arose to return to Hanover and run their market. He remained in that position for approximately the next ten years, before taking a job with the Bruce County Board of Education as a custodian. He spent the next ten years maintaining Sacred Heart High School and Walkerton District High School in Walkerton. He remained there until his retirement.

Allan had an eclectic taste in music and would listen to everything from rock to gospel. He was also a self-taught musician, learning the guitar on his own during his youth. Throughout life, he shared this love and talent whenever he could with friends and family. Many memories were made during family road trips and summer vacations, and who could forget Christmas? Allan absolutely loved the holiday season and the opportunity to bring his family together, enjoying each other’s company as well as the festivities. Allan’s pets were an extension of his family with Sandy the dog and Brittany the cat being favourites.

Allan was a fun, dependable family man who was selfless, always putting others before himself. He was gentle and humble, but also had a goofy side, and could be a jokester. Allan loved to keep up with the latest technology and relished time spent with his grandchildren. In fact, he could often be found learning from them, whether it was adding a new app to his phone, or investigating something new on his computer… Allan was always looking to learn. He truly treasured time with family and the memories and stories of these times together will live on for years to come.

Sadly, the last two years have been difficult for Allan as his health slowly began to decline. In recent months, his condition worsened, and Allan passed away surrounded by family on Friday, October 28, 2022, in his 82nd year.

Beloved husband of Sheila. Loving father of Mark (Melanie Knights) of Markdale and Glenn (Laurie Deratnay) of Hanover. Cherished grandfather of Aaron, McKenzie, Taylor, Nicole, and Evelyn and great-grandfather of George, Phoenix, Kohana, Addelyn, Ava, and Aleia. Allan will be dearly missed by his brother Bill of Durham as well as the entire Steinhoff family. He was predeceased by his infant son Christopher, brothers Bert, and Ken, sisters Donna Mink, Betty Wark, and Margaret Raymer, and his parents Evelyn (Murray) and Lloyd Steinhoff.

Visitation will be held at Rhody Family Funeral Home on Friday, November 4, 2022, from 12 noon – 12:45 p.m. with a memorial service honouring Allan’s life following at 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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Jane Young
January 2, 2023

So sorry to hear this, Al was a lovely man.

Brock Myles
December 16, 2022

What a treat it was to work with Alan at the factory! Him and John (Smith) were the perfect combination of wit and muscle! Lots of laughs and tons of knowledge. Deepest sympathies to his family.

Jane Coulson
December 7, 2022

So sorry to hear th passing of your husband father grandfather he was a great person always had few good laughs when he was in for haircut 🙏

Paul Couture
November 11, 2022

Work with Al at Sacred Heart High School. He was a great guy. My sympathies to his Family

Kerr Clark
November 10, 2022

Dear Sheila, Mark and Glenn

I’m so sad to hear of Al’s passing. He was a great man and I am truly thankful that he was my coach growing up. Besides having a great time playing on his teams, he provided us an excellent role model – organized, generous with his time and advice, and supremely patient (looking back now I have no clue how he managed to control all of us boys, much less turn us into a pretty good ball team). In the end, its about the relationships you had and whether you helped others – Al not only taught us about how to play baseball at a high level, but how to prepare, compete and work as a team… great lessons for life. He is missed and you are in my thoughts.

Gary Yost
November 9, 2022

Deepest sympathy to the Steinhoff family on the passing of Allan.
my thoughts are with you.
Gary Yost

Doug Ankenmann
November 7, 2022

Just found out…..Sheila, Mark and Glen…… So sorry for your loss. We were best of friends. So sorry!

Agard Family
November 4, 2022

Our deepest condolences to Glenn, Evelyn and all of Allan’s family and friends. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Jack and Ellen Cavill
November 3, 2022

Our sincere sympathy to Allan’s family, he will be very much missed. Hold close to your memories.

The Murray/Cutting side: B,J,M,D
November 3, 2022

Our deepest sypathies to all of Allans’ family on his passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Marian Gould-Chapman
November 2, 2022

Dear Sheila, Mark, Glenn and family. Our deepest condolences in the passing of Uncle Allan. He was definitely one of the good guys. I remember many stories that Joe shared with me over the years, about Allan and Joe, as kids, and their many adventures in Chesley, as well as, what an awesome ball player Allan was. I will miss Allan’s many stories and quick wit. RIP Uncle Allan. ❤️❤️

Randy and Kathy McMinn
November 2, 2022

My fondest memories of Uncle Allan were listening to him play his guitar at my Grandma Steinhoffs and sing. In my opinion, he was better than Elvis, I loved to hear him sing, and I used to brag to everyone about how great he was. It was so much fun going to my Aunt Donna’s with all of my Aunts and Uncles and listening to Uncle Allan and my whole family play their musical instruments and sing, and these memories will be special to me, always.
Uncle Allan had the most beautiful smile. I loved how his family was so important to him, I could tell he had so much love for them, and of course, he teased them.
I really wish we could have got together more.

Melissa Barfoot
November 1, 2022

Mark, Melanie & Family. Very sorry for your loss. Cherish memories and moments.

Scott and Helen Chapman
November 1, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Allan’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you all.

Lori Chapman-Coombs
October 31, 2022

I’m very sorry and sad to hear of Uncle Allan’s passing. I shed tears, of course, but then did have a little smile when I thought about the shenanigans he and my father would be up to now that they’re reunited…. oh my….think about that mischievous twinkle in their eyes!! Deepest condolences and love to everyone ❤️

Bob Kaufman
October 31, 2022

Sorry to hear about Allan. He was one heck of a great team mate and friend

Pat and Gordon Miskie
October 31, 2022

Our deepest sympathies to Darlene, Janalee and Ron.
Treasure the memories 💝

Trudy and Rolly Crews
October 31, 2022

Our condolences to Sheila and family
Uncle Allan will always be remember for his smile, his visits Christmas mornings and his humor. Just think of the party there will be when Joe and Allan are together again.
He will be missed.

Brad and Rose Mink
October 31, 2022

It is with extreme sadden heart’s, we heard of Uncle Allan’s Passing. Our sincere condolences go out to his immediate and extended families.
He was an Uncle who always brought laughter with his quick wit, and humor.
Uncle Allan was always up for a good ole get together…… (or party.)
Family gathering’s, playing the guitar, picking of the pears, chicken cleaning parties, watching him pitch, playing ball with us, or taking me fishing my first time.
My memories will be ever lasting.
I will miss you Uncle Allan
God Bless


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