Steve G. Keil, age 64, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away with his loving family by his side following a long battle with cancer on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.
Steve was born on September 3, 1958 in Manitowoc to the late Robert “Max” and Pauline “Granny” (Steger) Keil. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1977. Steve had worked in Manitowoc at Grey Iron Foundry and Color Craft for many years. He was an exceptional softball player (leftfield) and was selected to play in many All-Star games. Steve was also an avid Badger, Packer, and Cubs fan. In his spare time, he enjoyed turkey hunting, golfing, driving his Corvette, and camping – Wild Rose, Norman, and “The Farm” in Portage were some of his favorite places to be. Above all, Steve treasured the time he was able to spend with his family and friends.
Survivors include Steve’s three sisters, Jan (Andy) Rosinsky, JoAnn Peterson Petreshock, and Judy Stahl; brother, Jack (Gail) Keil; special nephew, Scott (Christy) Rosinsky; special niece, Jodi (Jason) Orth; Godparents, Jerry and Bette Keil; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Pauline Keil; brother, Jeff Keil; brother-in-law, Geoffrey Peterson; and nephew, Todd Peterson.
A Life Celebration Social for relatives and friends will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc, located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Steve’s name.
Steve’s family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to all of the staff at Aurora Medical Center and Aurora Hospice for all of the care and compassion they provided – especially nurses Melissa and Katie.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with arrangements.
