Craig Alan Steinbach, 68, of Townsend, MT, passed away April 25, 2025 following a battle with cancer. He was in hospice in Centennial, CO.
Craig was born September 11,1956 in Hettinger, ND, the son of Richard and Luella (Tenold) Steinbach. The third of six children, Craig had fond memories of growing up on the farm with his siblings. He was a 1974 graduate of Hettinger High School, and was proud to have attended his 50th reunion last summer.
After graduating with his bachelor’s degree in mining engineering from South Dakota School of Mines in 1978, he moved to Forsyth, MT, where he worked for Peabody Mining Productions. In 1980, Craig met the love of his life, Rosie, at that mine. They were married July 3, 1981.
In 1991, Craig transferred to Kayenta, AZ, where he worked as a mining engineer. In 2007, he moved back to Forsyth and worked for Westmoreland Mining as a production superintendent until he retired in September 2019.
Craig enjoyed vacationing in Hawaii and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He attended Mountain Valley Church in Townsend, MT and enjoyed gardening and working outside.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rosalie; four stepsons, John (Lorrie) Moos of Townsend, MT, Dirk Moos of Maui, HI, Todd (Marnie) Moos of Thorton, CO, and Daren (Angelica) Moos of Parker, CO; five grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and five siblings, Richard (Clara) Steinbach of Eden, GA, Michael Steinbach of Blaine, MN, Lynda (Paul) Nelson of Lakesville, MN, Lori (Myron) Vail of Bowman, ND, and Mark (Janice) Steinbach of Albuquerque, NM; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles.
Craig was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Merle and Minnie Krueger; and his brother-in-law, Hugh Krueger.
Services are pending and will be announced when set.
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Cindy Kleven says
My sincere condolences are sent to Rosie and family. I attended all twelve grades with Craig. Eight in Haynes and four in high school in Hettinger. It was so good seeing him at our 50th reunion last summer and catching up with him. A person never knows when it will be the last time you will see someone. May he rest in peace. Cindy Evans Kleven Bonney Lake, WA
Rodney & Lee Ann Lutz says
Our hearts go out to all who move forward in this earthly journey without Craig. So glad we were able to share a visit at the 50th reunion . As you look to the heavens know, that another star shines down to let you know he’s always with you ✨ May the Lord bring you peace🙏
Kevin pagel says
Kevin Pagel. Thoughts and prayers for Rosie and family of Craig . I’m so glad I got to visit with Craig at the 50th reunion.