Bernice was born to Dellenter & Etta Sparks on February 29, 1924. She graduated from Johnson High School in 1942 and attended Mankato State Teachers College. She married Fred Steinke in 1952. They raised four children together until Fred's death in 1974.
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents as well as her husband, Fred. She is survived by her brother Robert (Dee) Sparks, children Alfred (Jeanne Zimmer), Sylvia Beach (Gordon Rouse), Kenneth (Joey Jespersen), Ruth (Chris) Grow, as well as seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She will be remembered for her sharp memory and childhood stories, her love of butterflies, and her unwavering faith.
Funeral Service 11:00 AM, April 13, at Eastern Heights Lutheran Church, 616 Ruth St. N., St. Paul. Visitation one hour prior. Private interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to her church preferred.
