Jeannette Ann Braddock Steiber
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9
Obituary
Jeannette Braddock Steiber, 76, of Tillamook, Oregon, passed away Wednesday morning, February 19th, 2025. A gathering of family and friends was held Thursday February 27th, 2025 at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, Oregon.
Jeannette was born on February 5th, 1949 to Lester and Lora Delle Braddock in St. Paul, Minnesota. She grew up in Meridian, Idaho and Tillamook, Oregon. She married her high-school sweetheart Tom Steiber on July 18th, 1970 in Beaverton, Oregon. Tom’s Air Force career led to adventures around the world, including Taiwan, California, Netherlands, Washington DC, Wyoming, North Carolina, Hawaii, and Illinois. They settled back in Tillamook in 2012, where Jeannette reconnected with lifelong friends. Jeannette and Tom were married 54 years.
Jeannette was active in the Nazarene Church community, teaching Sunday School and playing the piano for church services. Jeannette’s favorite day of the week was Sunday, and her favorite time of the day was getting ready for church, playing gospel music and singing at maximum volume to wake up her kids.
Jeannette enjoyed various hobbies during her life including playing the piano, sewing, cooking, playing cards, traveling, politics, going to the beach, gardening, and going for a walk around the neighborhood. She was always interested in learning new things, even obtaining a degree in English Literature from University of Hawaii in 1988. Jeannette co-owned a Christian Bookstore from 1994 to 2004 where she shared her faith with others every day.
Jeannette especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Jeannette’s family was more important to her than anything. When she wasn’t with her family, she would be organizing and scrolling through their pictures.
Jeannette is survived by her husband Tom Steiber, her children Theresa Strawser of Oregon City, Oregon; Jonathan Steiber of Navasota, Texas; and Christopher Steiber and his wife Rosio of Houston, Texas. She is also survived by her grandchildren Lydia, Violet, Juliette, James, Leonardo and Penelope; sister Amelia Willcuts and husband Larry; and brother Douglas Braddock and wife Mona.
Jeannette is preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Lora Delle Braddock, and her sister Karyl Petersen and husband Richard.
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Timeline
1949
February 5th
Birth
Jeannette was born to Lester and Lora Delle Braddock in St. Paul, Minnesota. Jeannette met her 4 year old sister Amelia. Her sister Karyl was born in 1951.
St.Paul, Minnesota
1953
Moved to Meridian, Idaho
The Braddock family moved to Meridian, Idaho when her dad Lester, a Nazarene Pastor, transferred to a new church. When Jeannette was 5 years old her mom Lora Della started a kindergarten in their parsonage basement since there was no kindergarten in the public school.
Meridian Idaho
1957
Moved to Tillamook Oregon
The Braddock family moved again when Lester transferred to a church in Tillamook. Jeannette was in 4th grade. Her brother Doug was born in 1962.
Tillamook, Oregon
1965
August
Jeannette met Tom
Tom moved to Tillamook and met Jeannette in the high school hallway. Unbeknownst to Jeannette, Tom "liked what he saw." Tom later convinced Jeannette to go out with him and the rest is history.
Tillamook, Oregon
1967
May
Graduated from Tillamook High School
Jeannette graduated from High School in 1967.
Tillamook, Oregon
1969
Nursing School
Jeannette attended two years of Nursing School at Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Portland, Oregon.
Portland, Oregon
1970
Married Tommy Steiber
Jeannette and Tom were married at Beaverton Church of the Nazarene. They were married by Lester Braddock, Jeannette's Dad. Jeannette and Tom started their 54-year journey together.
Beaverton, Oregon
1971
Lived in Taiwan
Jeannette went to Taiwan to stay with Tom where he was stationed for almost two years.
Taichung, Taiwan
1972
Moved to Sunnydale
Tom was assigned to Sunnyvale Air Force Station, home of the Satellite Test Center, for one year.
Sunnyvale, California
1973
Jeannette and Tommy moved to The Netherlands
Jeannette and Tom lived in the Dutch community of Scherpenzeel. Jeannette learned to speak Dutch, worked on college courses, and travelled all over Europe. Jeannette and Tom visited France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, England. She learned to ski in Germany and Austria. Jeannette made lifelong friends while living in The Netherlands.
Scherpenzeel, The Netherlands
1978
March 3rd
Theresa is Born
Jeannette's daughter Theresa was born in Amersfoort, The Netherlands in 1978 .
The Netherlands
1978
September
Moved to Washington, D.C.
Jeannette and Tom had fun visiting museums and monuments while living in Washington D.C. Jeannette even met President Jimmy Carter at the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation on the White House lawn.
Washington D.C.
1980
Moved to Wyoming
Jeannette, Tom, and Theresa moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming. Their best experiences were attending Cheyenne Frontier Days, one of the largest rodeos in the country.
Cheyenne, Wyoming
1984
Moved to North Carolina
Jeannette, Tom and Theresa moved to Goldsboro North Carolina. Jeannette got to spend time with Karyl, Rick, and Jon who lived nearby in Alabama. Jeannette's Mom and Dad came to visit often as well.
Goldsboro, North Carolina
1985
Moved to Hawaii
Jeannette, Tom, and Theresa moved to Hickam Air Force Base on Oahu, Hawaii. They had a lot of fun going to the beach. They lived in Mililani for 3 years and Honolulu for 1 year.
Mililani, Hawaii
1988
Jon and Chris joined the Family
Jon and Chris flew to Hawaii to live with Jeannette, Tom, and Theresa in 1988. Jeannette always liked to tell the story of Chris exiting the plane, playfully uppercutting Jeannette in the chin, kicking Tom in the knee, then running circles around the airport. Jeannette's family lived in Hawaii for another year.
Honolulu, Hawaii
1988
Earned a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature
Jeannette's hard work paid off when she obtained an English Literature Bachelor's Degree from University of Hawaii.
1989
Moved to Illinois
Jeannette and Tom and the family moved to Illinois near Scott Air Force Base and settled in O'Fallon, Illinois. They joined the Belleville First Church of the Nazarene and made lifelong friends. Jeannette taught Sunday School for 10+ years and played the piano for church services. Jeannette and Tom owned and managed Lemstone Books from 1994 to 2004. Jeannette's kids Theresa, Jon, and Chris all grew up in Illinois and graduated from O'Fallon High School. Jeannette and Tom lived in the same house on Creekside Court in O'Fallon from 1989 til 2012.
O'Fallon, Illinois
2008
June 25th
Lydia is Born
Jeannette's first granddaughter Lydia is born in Belleville, Illinois.
Belleville, Illinois
2012
April 13th
Violet is Born
Jeannette's granddaughter Violet is born in Oregon City, Oregon.
Oregon City, Oregon
2013
Moved back to Tillamook
Jeannette and Tom moved back to Tillamook in 2013. They enjoyed walking on the beach, short trips up and down the Oregon Coast, trips to visit kids and grandkids, being close to the Tillamook Cheese Factory for the best cheese in the world, and singing in the community choir for 5 years. Jeannette enjoyed watching the "Pig and Ford" races at the Tillamook Rodeo every year. Jeannette enjoyed being only a short drive away from Theresa, Lydia, and Violet.
Tillamook, Oregon
2014
January 16th
Juliette is Born
Jeannette's granddaughter Juliette is born in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Edmond, Oklahoma
2017
November 15th
James is Born
Jeannette's first grandson James is born in Houston, Texas.
Houston, Texas
2023
April
Leonardo and Penelope join the Grandkids
Jeannette got two new grandkids when her son Chris married Rosio in Isla Mujeres in 2023. Jeannette enjoyed spending time with Penny and Leo during the family reunion in Wyoming.
Isla Mujeres, Mexico
2025
February 19th
Passes Away
Jeannette fought through multiple health challenges during the last few months of her life and went to heaven on February 19th, 2025. She will always be remembered as a loving wife and mother and a true friend. We will all miss her.
Tillamook, Oregon
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August 2, 2025
Sweet memories of Janet always stay with me💗
March 6, 2025
Sincere condolences to family. Carl and I were not only schoolmates to Jeanette but neighbors..
March 2, 2025
My heart is with your family! 💓
March 2, 2025
She was a wonderful bible study teacher. I think of her often when I put out my nativity sets that I started collecting from places we went. Hugs and prayers.
March 2, 2025
My condolences, I will miss her. Jeanette was a kind person and I liked her very much.
March 2, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear of Jeannette’s passing. She was always so fun and friendly! Enjoyed our 7 years with the Steiber family at Belleville First. Praying each one of you will experience God’s peace and comfort in a very real way.
March 2, 2025
My gosh. Prayers to the family. Met Jeannette and Tom when we lived in Taiwan. They were our upstairs neighbors and I believe she was one of the main people in my life who helped me make a decision to Christ. I will be forever grateful and will see her one day with our Lord.
March 2, 2025
Very Sad News Grew up with her in Tillamook Nazarene
March 2, 2025
Such sad news. She was a wonderful lady and friend.
March 2, 2025
To continue....I will be lighting a candle at my next Mass to offer prayers/positive thoughts for the loss of Jeannette....Trusting that Blessings prevail for the Steiber family.
March 2, 2025
Hello Steiber family....This is Mike Rippa responding to news on Jeannette 's sudden passing..quite the surprise. I have been away from FB for several years;...therefore haven't remained in contact to Tom and Jeannette. My sincere sympathies to Tom and the Steiber family! My son's Carl, Michael and Matt will be saddened by this news...
March 2, 2025
I am so sorry and sad! She was a wonderful woman and friend! My prayers for the family!
March 2, 2025
To the Steiber family and friends,
This song came to my mind as I thought about Jeannette and had to share it. I selected the piano version as I imagine her playing this song. You can sing along with the lyrics on the screen. This is Jeannette’s reality now. Her faith has become sight. Thanks be to God.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzAWr_uQT18
This song came to my mind as I thought about Jeannette and had to share it. I selected the piano version as I imagine her playing this song. You can sing along with the lyrics on the screen. This is Jeannette’s reality now. Her faith has become sight. Thanks be to God.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzAWr_uQT18
March 2, 2025
So sorry to hear this. Will be praying for you all. She will be missed!
March 2, 2025
So very sad to read this, I will keep the family in my prayers!
God bless you all and may He give you strength through this!
God bless you all and may He give you strength through this!
March 2, 2025
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Thank you, darling Jeannette, for your friendship, your hospitality, your laughter and inspiring conversations. I cherish the moments we had together. Thank you as well for all the letters you wrote and the gifts you sent to us in The Netherlands for decades! I feel enormously blessed that you were in my life; now you are in my heart ❤️, in our hearts. Tom, my ‘sis’ Theresa, Jonathan, Christopher and family, we think of you 😘
Gert-Jan, Ellen, Teun, Sophie & Gijs
Thank you, darling Jeannette, for your friendship, your hospitality, your laughter and inspiring conversations. I cherish the moments we had together. Thank you as well for all the letters you wrote and the gifts you sent to us in The Netherlands for decades! I feel enormously blessed that you were in my life; now you are in my heart ❤️, in our hearts. Tom, my ‘sis’ Theresa, Jonathan, Christopher and family, we think of you 😘
Gert-Jan, Ellen, Teun, Sophie & Gijs
March 2, 2025
So sorry to hear this. Jeanette was always very kind and clearly loved her family so very much. Praying for peace and comfort during this time.
March 2, 2025
We are so sorry to hear this news and will be lifting your family up in prayer. Jeannette had a significant impact on my spiritual life when she led our ladies Bible study classes at BFCN and her Christian discipleship blessed me beyond measure. Jeannette helped me to love and look to scripture verses/God Word for everything. Her love for the Lord was contagious and I will forever be grateful for her as a sister and mentor in Christ.❤️
March 2, 2025
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March 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Jeannettes passing. She was a wonderful lady who had such an important impact on my life as a child and teenager. She will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
March 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
March 2, 2025
What sad news ! Also good news, she is healed. Praying for the family. We have such fond memories of Jeannette!
March 2, 2025
Very sorry to hear of the loss of Jeannette, my classmate and childhood neighbor. Sending sympathy to her family.
March 2, 2025
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Jeannette. She was always kind, hospitable and generous to us. Our prayers are with you, Tom, and the rest of the family.
March 2, 2025
Oh my! I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I will be praying for all of you during this difficult time.
March 2, 2025
Sorry to read this. May the memories heal your broken hearts
March 2, 2025
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March 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss, she was so kind and gracious to us when we were stationed there.
March 2, 2025
I only know Jeanette via email introduction, but it breaks my heart that such a vibrant godly woman would be taken when she has given so much love and character to this life. God be with her husband and children🙏🙏❤️❤️
March 2, 2025
We will keep your family in our prayers. So sorry for your loss. She was such a beautiful person. 🙏🏻
March 2, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss Steiber family. What an incredible woman Jeanette was. I’m not sure there was a person who entered Belleville First during your time there who wasn’t first greeted by Jeanette. She was the warmest, kindest woman who took on that role with such effortless grace. I know I was molded and shaped by her like so many others.
March 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this. Prayers for your family.
March 2, 2025
So sorry to hear this. Jeanette was the first person to come and welcome us to Belleville First. She was such a blessing to anyone she encountered.
March 2, 2025
So sorry to hear this so sad to think of our gang Becky , Kathy and now Jeanette all gone, I’ll see you all up their one of these days
March 2, 2025
She was a lovely person. And fun.
March 2, 2025
I remember Jeanette as being so welcoming to us as we attended Belleville First Church for the first time and many Sundays after. I pray for God’s peace and comfort to surround each of you as you grieve for her.
What a Wonderful Life she had!!!
What a Wonderful Life she had!!!
March 2, 2025
So sorry, she was so lovely and kind! Sending love and hugs.
March 2, 2025
Oh this breaks my heart. Jeannette Braddock Steiber and Tim were the best bosses I ever had! I remember one of our Christmas parties where we had a rob your neighbor/white elephant exchange. We were only supposed to bring something from our home. We didn't open the gift until the very end. Tom ended up with a toilet seat that I had brought. I was so embarrassed but Jeannette was so excited because they needed a new one!
She commented at work several times after that how comfortable their new seat was! I have so many other memories, but that has always been my favorite.
I'm so sorry to all of you for such a great loss. My prayers for comfort and strength are with you.
She commented at work several times after that how comfortable their new seat was! I have so many other memories, but that has always been my favorite.
I'm so sorry to all of you for such a great loss. My prayers for comfort and strength are with you.
March 2, 2025
The first time we met Jeannette and Tom was on March 3, 1978 in the hospital in Amersfoort.
Theresa was born that day and our daughter was born 1 day earlier. After the Steiber family went back to America Jeannette and I wrote letters to each other.
When Ellen and Theresa growed up, they started writing together. They met each other a few times in The States and in the Netherlands. In 2019 Ellen went with her husband 3 children to Jeannette, Tom and Theresa and they were received very warmly.
We remember Jeannette as a very lovely person!
Fred and I are thinking of you all ❤️
Theresa was born that day and our daughter was born 1 day earlier. After the Steiber family went back to America Jeannette and I wrote letters to each other.
When Ellen and Theresa growed up, they started writing together. They met each other a few times in The States and in the Netherlands. In 2019 Ellen went with her husband 3 children to Jeannette, Tom and Theresa and they were received very warmly.
We remember Jeannette as a very lovely person!
Fred and I are thinking of you all ❤️
March 2, 2025
We love the Steiber family and always will! We know how much you will miss Jeannette and will pray for you as you grieve. But, we know that your grief is not without hope, because she is in heaven where she is with her Lord and Savior and loved ones gone before her. She waits for you there!
March 2, 2025
Jeannette was a mentor, encourager, and truth speaker into my life. Her legacy lives on in me.
March 2, 2025
So very sorry. JEANNETTE WAS SUCH A SWEET SPIRIT...Heaven gains another angel...🌺
March 2, 2025
So sorry
March 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss, she was a special lady!
March 2, 2025
Oh no! This is so heartbreaking!!!! I’m so very sorry to hear about this. Sending prayers to comfort you all
March 2, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear of her passing. She was such a special friend and a true blessing to me. I enjoyed our time together at BFCN.
My prayers are with you, Tom and the rest of the family.
My prayers are with you, Tom and the rest of the family.
March 2, 2025
I too am thinking of the Steiber family and especially you Tom! She was a beautiful lady who made an impact on my life! I know she will be missed!
March 2, 2025
I am brokenhearted to learn of Jeannette’s passing. Such a precious Christian Friend. I’m so thankful for the talks and laughter. Tom you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Jeannette’s passing. What a beautiful woman of faith. Praying for strength, comfort, and peace for you Tom & family.
March 2, 2025
So sorry. I have nothing but good memories of Jeannette.
March 2, 2025
So sorry to hear about your loss. We are praying for you all
March 2, 2025
My heart was broken tonight hearing about Jeannette passing. She was one beautiful lady and my best prayer warrior. I loved her so. Tom, Theresa, Jon and Chris I'm so sorry, my thoughts, love, and prayers are with you all.
March 2, 2025
Oh, I am so sorry. She was such a blessing to me when we attended church together. I will be praying for all of the family during this time.
March 2, 2025
We are so sorry for the loss of Jeannette. She was one of the ladies at Belleville Naz that gave me much encouragement during hard times.
March 2, 2025
I am so very sorry to know of your family's great loss of Jeanette from this earthly life. I met Jeannette through the Community Chorus. She was always so warm, kind, gracious, and helpful to everyone. She will be greatly missed for sure. I am praying for God's peace and comfort to help Tom and all the family go through this very difficult time.🙏❤️
March 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart is so sad. I pray that God’s comfort and peace will be with Jeannette’s family during this time of deep sorrow. Thanks be to God for the gift of His Son, Jesus. Because He lives today, so does Jeannette. Until we meet again my friend. ❤️
March 2, 2025
Oh I am so sorry Theresa I lost my Mom way too early last November too
March 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful woman and friend. I am so grateful that Doug and I were able to get together with Tom and Jeannette last year when we visited Oregon. What a blessing that was! I am praying for the family during this time of loss and I am so grateful that we will one day be together again.
March 2, 2025
So sorry to hear this news. There is no doubt that she will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. 🙏
March 2, 2025
Such a loss for earth, but heaven’s gain. Prayers for you all as you grieve Jeanette’s passing into glory. What a beautiful heart and soul for her family, friends, and her Savior.
Family tree
Lester
Lora Delle
Tommy
Amy
Doug
Theresa
Children
Lydia
Violet
Jon
Children
James
Juliette
Chris
Children
Leonardo
Penelope
Karyl
Amy
Doug
Karyl
Tommy
Theresa
Lydia
Violet
Jon
James
Juliette
Chris
Leonardo
Penelope
Jeannette Ann Braddock Steiber
Favorites
What was Jeannette Ann's favorite Travel destination?
Europe and Hawaii.
What was Jeannette's favorite Game to play?
Nerts with the Family and Backgammon with Chris
What was Jeannette's favorite Restaurant?
Old Spaghetti Factory
What was Jeannette's favorite way to exercise?
Walking in the neighborhood and at the beach
What was Jeannette's favorite Movie?
The Sound of Music and White Christmas
What was Jeannette's favorite Local spot?
Tillamook Creamery (Cheese Factory)
What was Jeannette's favorite Music / Song?
All Hymns and Classical
What was Jeannette's favorite Food or Dish?
Chicken Yellow Curry and Pad Thai at Sassy Express Thai Food in Tillamook
What was Jeannette's favorite Book?
The Mitford Years series
What was Jeannette's favorite Quote or Saying?
Never turn your back on the ocean - don't drip - Don’t do anything I wouldn't do - Are we having fun yet?
Service
The family will hold a brief graveside service Thursday February 27th, 2025 at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon, followed by a reception for family and close friends.
Flowers may be sent to 4205 Dogwood Avenue, Tillamook, OR, 97141
Flowers may be sent to 4205 Dogwood Avenue, Tillamook, OR, 97141
Willamette National Cemetery
February 27, 2025
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