Obituary of George Steip

At his residence, on Monday, August 19, 2019, George Steip of Wingham, at the age of 87.

Beloved husband of Norma Steip who predeceased him in 2011. Loving father of Susan Steip of Wingham. Dear grandpa of Andy & Kim Rumpel and Eden Rumpel. Special great-grandpa of Jade, Kyle and Ethan. Brother of Bob Steip. George will be lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by his parents Joseph & Nellie Steip, daughter Robyn Steip (2010) and brothers Joseph Steip, Jack & Rena Steip and sister-in-law Amanda Steip.

George was a proud member of the Canadian Military. He served for 3 years with the Navy in Korea and after returning home joined the Canadian Air Force where he travelled the world repairing airplanes for 26 years.

Private family arrangements have been entrusted to McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham.

Memorial donations to St. Paul’s Trinity Anglican Church, Wingham would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be placed through the funeral home.