Anita Louise Steinle

Published October 20, 2025 - 5:17 p.m.

Anita Louise Steinle, 87, of Carrollton, passed away Monday, Oct. 13, 2025.

She was born March 16, 1938, to the late William and Bertha Boekel. She was one of 10 children. Her family was most important to her. She loved baking, sewing and playing bingo.

Survivors include her children, Laura House, Larry (Paulette) Steinle and Pamela (David) Wright; grandchildren, David Steinle, Phillip Steinle, Amanda Jenkins and Courtney House; and seven great-grandchildren.

There are no services planned at this time.

Allmon-Dugger-Cotton Funeral Home, 330-627-2121.

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