Darrell K. Steinhagen, 81, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on March 15, 2026, at Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 24, 1945, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late John and Mavis (Guard) Steinhagen. In addition to his parents, Darrell was preceded in death by his son, James Steinhagen, and his sister, Deatta Tengelitsch.

Darrell proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid outdoorsman who found great joy in hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, and golfing. He also enjoyed woodworking and had a lifelong appreciation for firearms. Darrell was a proud member of the NRA and the National Muzzleloader Association.

Above all, Darrell was a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who cherished time spent with his family.

He is survived by his children, Sandy (Todd) Moser and Amy (David) Newton; his grandchildren, Trish Moser, Tyler (Brianna) Moser, Tim (Amber) Moser, Haley Luther, Eddy (Hailee) Luther, Stephanie Luther, Jessica (Brandon) Arseneau, Marcus Newton, and Madison Steinhagen; six great-grandchildren; and his sister, Jyll Pollock.

Family and friends will be received from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 26, at Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Osceola, Indiana.

A private graveside memorial service will be held at a later date at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Osceola, with military honors. The Elkhart Area Marines will be assisting.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Edwardsburg Conservation Club, 26524 Pine Lake Street, Edwardsburg, Michigan 49112.