Scott J. Steinkamp

12/01/1972 –

05/11/2013

Bernard T. Meiners, 95 of Coon Rapids, died Monday, September 1, 2025 at Thomas Rest Haven in Coon Rapids surrounded by his family.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 5, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Dedham. The Celebrant will be Fr. Patrick Behm, assisted by Deacon Louis Meiners. Music will be by Jane Heithoff and the St. Joseph’s Choir. Lector for the Funeral Mass will be Jill Klein. Gift Bearers will be Talina Haskins, Caitlin ThongVahn, and Amanda Meiners. Casket Bearers will be Brian Meiners, Ben Meiners, Aaron Meiners, Lucas Meiners, Jason Nees, Mike Nees, Ryan Schultes, Tyler Schultes, Jordan Schultes, Justin Meiners, and Trenton Meiners. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Dedham with military honors conducted by the Dedham American Legion.

A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday at the Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll with a rosary at 7 p.m. The casket will be moved to St. Joseph’s Church on Friday morning where additional visitation will be from 9:30-10:15 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left at the funeral home or the church for a later designation.

Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of the Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll and online condolences may be left for Bernard’s family at www.sharpfuneral.com.

Scott “Steiny” Steinkamp, age 40 of Valencia, Spain and formerly of Breda, Iowa, died Saturday, May 11, 2013 at his residence in Spain.
A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 16, 2013 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Carroll. The Celebrant will be Fr. Timothy Johnson. Music will be by Barb McDermott and the Holy Spirit Choir. Lector for the funeral mass will be Scott’s aunt, Rosemary Riesberg. Gift Bearers will be Scott’s nephews: Nathanael, Jakob, and Mikhel Bunge. Eucharistic Ministers will be Scott’s aunts, Rosemary Riesberg and Laurie Steinkamp. Burial will be at a later date at St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Breda. Scott’s family will receive friends beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday at Holy Spirit Church until mass time.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be left at Holy Spirit Church for the family of Scott Steinkamp.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Sharp Funeral Home in Breda. and online condolences may be left for Scott’s family at www.sharpfuneral.com.
Born on December 1, 1972 at Carroll, Iowa, Scott James Steinkamp was the son of James and Marilyn (Riesberg) Steinkamp. As a young boy Scott was engaged in helping his father Jim on the farm near Breda. He spent his younger years in the Breda area and attended Christ the King School, later graduating from Kuemper Catholic High School with the Class of 1991. Following high school education, Scott attended college and then worked in Georgia and Ohio before moving to Valencia, Spain. Most currently Scott was employed by DC Logistics Brasil where he was a Trade Lane Developer for North America and Europe. Through his work he was able to travel to many countries. He enjoyed coming back to Breda to visit “Reds” and also enjoyed spending time with family and friends at Lake Okoboji. He always enjoyed entertaining, spending time at the beach but his greatest joy in his life was his son Jona.
Scott is survived by his son Jona Steinkamp of Valencia, Spain; his fiancé Isabel Guasi and her children, Paublo and Deigo of Valencia, Spain; his mother, Marilyn Steinkamp of Carroll; his father, James (Faith) Steinkamp of Carroll; two sisters: Tam (Todd) Bunge of Hawarden and Lindsay (Dan) Umstattd of Lee Summit, MO; his brother, Doug (Kirra) Steinkamp of Breda; his step-brother, Dillon Walsh of Carroll; his nephews: Nathanael, Jakob, and Mikhel Bunge, Parker Steinkamp, and Kolby Umstattd; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and other extended relatives.
Scott was preceded in death by his grandparents: Leonard and Lynette Steinkamp and Bill and Marie Riesberg; and his cousins: Josie Klunder, and Tessa and Adam Steinkamp.

Church Service

Friday, September 5, 2025 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
420 3rd Ave, Dedham, IA 51440

Burial

Sharp Funeral Home ~ Breda, Iowa

102 S 5th St, Breda, IA, 51436

712-673-2828

[email protected]

Church Service

Thursday, September 4, 2025
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
Sharp Funeral Home – Carroll
226 W. 8th St, Carroll, IA 50401

Friday, September 5, 2025
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
420 3rd Ave, Dedham, IA 51440

Obituary

Born March 31, 1930, he was the son of Bernard and Catherine (Rotert) Meiners. He grew up in the Dedham-Willey area and graduated from St. Mary’s School in Willey in 1943. He entered the U.S. Army July 8, 1953 and was stationed at Wurzburg, Germany. He was discharged on May 20, 1955.

Bernard married Dolores S. Halbur on January 24, 1956 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Halbur. After being married Bernard and Dolores lived 3 miles north of Dedham for two years. In 1958, they moved to the farm they purchased four miles east of Dedham. They were the parents of six children: Daniel, Dale, David, Cathleen, Christine, and Gary. Dolores passed away January 21, 1978.

On August 9, 1980, Bernard married Marita Eickman at Annunciation Catholic Church in Coon Rapids. In May 2011, Bernard and Marita moved off the farm into the town of Coon Rapids, Iowa. They made their home there for 14 years. In April 2025, they moved to Parkview Assisted Living in Coon Rapids, Iowa.

During Bernard’s lifetime, he farmed, had a dairy operation, had a cow/calf operation, and raised hogs. He retired in 1992. He is a current member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Dedham, a member of the Dedham American Legion Post #20, and a member of the Manning VFW. In July 2001 Bernard, being a Korean Veteran, had the privilege to go on the Military Honor Flight to Washington DC. Just recently he was presented with a Quilt of Valor at Thomas Rest Haven, and at the age of 95 he still enjoyed attending the Legion meetings.

Bernard loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Holiday gatherings were a treat for him to get to see most of them at one time. In his spare time Bernard enjoyed gathering black walnuts in the fall and kept busy shelling the walnuts during the winter. Family and friends benefited from the fruits of his labor.

Bernard is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marita Meiners; his children, Dale (Mary) Meiners of Carroll, David (Jane) Meiners of Varna, IL, Cathleen (Larry) Nees of Coon Rapids, Christine (Mark) Schultes of Dedham, and Gary (Barb) Meiners of Manson; 19 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren with 2 more coming in October; a brother Anthony (Colleen) Meiners of Carroll; 2 sisters, Catherine Wittrock of Carroll and Marcella Naberhaus of Carroll; his sisters-in-laws, Margaret (Tom) Denker of Manning, and Pat (Joe) Goblirsch of Jesup. He is also survived by Marita’s children, Richard (Sandy) Eickman of Omaha, NE, James (Joni) Eickman of Dyer, TN, Dave (Joan) Eickman of Macungie, PA, Randy (Rose) Eickman of Coon Rapids, Nancy Eickman and Jim Springer of Warren, NJ, and Karen Heck of Delano, MN, and many nieces and nephews.

Bernard was preceded in death by his first wife Dolores S. Meiners; a son Daniel J. Meiners; Marita’s son Bill Eickman; his parents Bernard and Catherine Meiners; his brothers John (Margaret) Meiners, Albert (Frances) Meiners; his brothers-in-law Clarence Wittrock, Norbert Naberhaus, Cletus (Emaline) Halbur, Norman (Inez) Halbur, Larry (JoAnn) Halbur; his brother-in-law, William (Marie) Halbur; Dolores’ parents, William and Frances Halbur, and stepmother-in-law, Josephine Halbur.

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Tribute Wall

I was a classmate of Scott's throughout elementary school in Breda. I have such great memories of him. He had a kind heart and was always friendly to everyone. Your family is in my prayers during this difficult time.

Leigh (Gerken) Lewis – May 16 2013 at 12:39 PM

One of the nicest guys from the class of 1991. As others have said, always remembered that big smile. Very saddened by the loss. Prayers for his family and friends.

Tammy (Koester) Roche – May 15 2013 at 10:44 PM

Our deepest sympathies to you all. GOd only takes the best. I think Danny and Scott are having a great time reconnecting in heaven. Peace be with you-

Sue Schroeder Eldridge – May 15 2013 at 10:21 PM

Our hearts are heavy with the news of your loss. Eventhough I had not seen Scott in a long time I fondly remember his smile and friendly attitude. I know he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Shannon(Nees) & JR Reising – May 15 2013 at 10:01 AM

Very sorry for your loss. There are never the right words to say, but your in our thoughts.

Gregg Taylor – May 14 2013 at 10:46 PM

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