Michael J. Steines Obituary

We bid farewell to Michael J. Steines of Galesburg, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 25, 2026 at the age of 75. Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Loren Arthur and Mary Lou Steines (Norpel); and his brother David Steines. He is survived by: his wife Marsha of Galesburg; his children, Chris Steines (Alissa) of Oswego, Michele Walgren (Tim) of Eustis, Heather Hopping (Brad) of Galesburg and Shaun Steines (Megan) of Ft. Hood, Texas; his grandchildren, Dylan Hopping (Emily), Ryan Walgren (Lauryn), Zach Steines, Mitchell Walgren, Matt Steines, Isabella Steines, Logan Hopping, Addison Steines, Oliver Steines and Rosemary Steines; his great grandchildren, Lillian Walgren and Camryn Hopping; and his siblings, Rick Steines of Lyles, Sheri Hanson (Jim) of Little York, Janet Stewart (Joe) of Alpha, Judy Mundy of Silvis, Steve Steines (Andrea) of Alpha and Sharon Hunt Steines of Galesburg. He is also survived by Grandpa and Great Grandpa to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at http://www.watsonthomas.com.