"I first knew Dr. Steinmetz when he was a medical resident at Indiana University. He was very good friends with Drs. Fisch and Martz and they both had such a high regard for him that when I had a heart attack in 1978, I asked for Dr. Steinmetz to be my cardiologist. I'm still alive which speaks well for Dr. Steinmetz' medical skills. His family has our sympathy.Jim and Mary Jane Limp"
In loving memory of
Dr. Edward Steinmetz
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
Dr. Edward F. Steinmetz, MD, passed away peacefully at the St. Vincent Hospice on May 27, 2011, at the age of 86. Dr. Steinmetz was born in Indianapolis, Ind., on May 13, 1925, to George and Josephine (Lane) Steinmetz, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his siblings George (Grace) Steinmetz, Mary (Fred) Ritter, Anne (Richard) O?Connor and Joan Steinmetz.
A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Ed Steinmetz married Lou Ann Kervan in 1949 and together they raised eight children. Lou Ann preceded Ed in death in 1998 after 49 blessed and happy years of marriage. Dr. Steinmetz is survived by his children Terry (Kate) Steinmetz, Lisbeth Ann (Timothy) McDowell, Joe (Loran) Steinmetz, Tom Steinmetz, Suzie (Paul) Ivkovich, Chris (Nora) Steinmetz, Karen (Chris) Coss, Mary Kay (Dan) Lauderback, and 19 grandchildren. His special friend, Evie Infanger, also survives.
Dr. Steinmetz attended St. Joan of Arc Catholic School, Cathedral High School and Indiana University. His education was interrupted by his service in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He returned from the service and used the GI bill to further his education. After graduating from Indiana University in chemistry, he started in the master?s program in anatomy. He was accepted into Indiana University School of Medicine and graduated in 1955. He completed his internship and part of his internal medicine residency at St. Vincent Hospital at its former location at Fall Creek Parkway and Capitol Avenue. He finished his residency in cardiology at the Indianapolis General Hospital and went on to be the first Research Fellow at the National Heart Institute under Dr. Charles Fisch, MD.
After completing his cardiology fellowship, he became Associate Director of the Krannert Institute of Cardiology. He remained there until 1966, when he returned to St. Vincent Hospital as the Director of Medical Education. He became Chairman of the Cardiology Department in 1970, a position he held until 2000. He was a founding member of Northside Cardiology, P.C., with Drs. Stanley Hillis and Donald Rothbaum in 1977.
Nationally recognized as pioneer in the field of cardiology, Dr. Steinmetz introduced the technique of cardiac catheterization to St. Vincent Hospital and subsequently traveled to Zurich, Switzerland to learn the new technique of percutaneous coronary angioplasty from its pioneer, Dr. Andreas Gruentzig.
Northside Cardiology, P.C., merged with Storer and Schmidt Cardiology to form the Care Group, LLC. With the subsequent merger with Nasser, Smith and Pinkerton Cardiology, the Care Group, LLC became one of the largest private practice cardiology groups in the United States, offering complete cardiology care. The Care Group has become The St. Vincent Medical Group and has offices throughout the state with more than 100 physicians. Dr. Steinmetz retired from the practice of medicine in 2004.
At St. Vincent Hospital, Dr. Steinmetz held many leadership positions, including chairman of a number of committees, President of the Medical Staff and member of the Board of Directors for the St. Vincent Foundation. He was the co-recipient of the first St. Vincent Distinguished Physician Award in 1996. Dr. Steinmetz was involved with the American Heart Association as Affiliate President and Chairman of the Research Committee. He was awarded its Cor Vitea Award for his years of service and dedication to his patients and to the field of cardiology. He was elected Governor of the American College of Cardiology for the State of Indiana. Dr. Steinmetz served as a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine and established a scholarship through the Indiana University Foundation to benefit promising medical students at the I.U School of Medicine.
Dr. Steinmetz was involved in the Catholic Youth Organization during his children?s schooling and was given its St. John Bosco and Monsignor Albert Busald Awards. He was involved in Boy Scout Troop 174 and made many canoe trips in the Quetico with his scouting sons. He was also active at Cathedral High School, serving on its Board of Directors and was named the Cathedral Tradition Man of the Year in 2007. He also received the Sagamore of the Wabash award from Gov. Evan Bayh.
The family cherishes many memories and especially the time spent at Lake Macatawa in Michigan. He enjoyed photography, repairing things, spending time with his children and grandchildren and playing golf. He was most proud of his hole-in-one at the age of 84 years.
Friends are invited for visitation on Sunday, June 12 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel, 740 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46240. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 13 at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7575 Holiday Drive East, Indianapolis, Indiana. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Vincent Foundation, the CASE Endowment at Cathedral High School, the Alzheime
Tributes
"I was a family practice resident at St. Vincent Hospital where Dr. Steinmetz was an attending physician. I regarded him highly. My prayers and condolences to his family, especially Dr. Joe Steinmetz. "
"To the Steinmetz family, I know there are no appropriate words that provide any meaningful comfort at a time like this, but Linda and I wanted you all to know, you are in our prayers.There is joy and peace in the knowledge that God did not take Dr. Ed from you, He only reached down His hand and brought your father home. He is no longer in pain, but at peace, called to the riches of God's glorious inheritance to which he so richly deserves! This enlighten understanding allows us all to rejoice, not greive, your wonderful father!"
"Ed was one of my favorite "Greatest Generation" people. First met him and Lou Ann at Bob Welch's condo in Ft. Lauderdale in about 1979. Sat next to us at Pacers. Served on Cathedral Board with me. Always a gentlemen. Always friendly, fun and caring. And, according to many patients I've known, a GREAT doctor! God Bless the Steinmetz family!Danny O'Malia"
"To All,Wishing you my deepest sympathies. It has been a long time since I saw the "Doctor" but will never forget the hospitality in the house on Meridian.Best regards,Bam "
"Ed has gone to join Lou Ann and the ancestors!To our grandparents and parents he gave skilled medical attention, friendship and compassion. Mb's parents first knew him in the Catholic grade schools of Indianapolis, and they were wise to return from northern Indiana to Indianapolis for Ed's expert care.He would put them on right paths, and they would march across the street to Shapiro's and undo all his good advice. But he was understanding about that, too. Dr. Ed was a valued colleague and an admired father. Blessings to the entire family, especially Beth, Joe & Lauren and the grandchildren."
"Joe and family,So sorry to hear about your Dad. I know he must have been very proud of you following in his footsteps. You're in my prayers."
"Your wit, care & friendship were superb. There a is tear in my eye! Peggy Murray Brisnik"
"Terry and Kate, we are thinking of you and yours, and wish you well as you grieve the loss of a truly amazing father, doctor, and citizen. May you find joy in his memory and comfort in knowing that he is at peace. "
"You are all in my prayers as you adjust to your Dad's new life in Christ"
"To the Steinmetz Family,I am so grateful to have met Dr. Steinmetz when I was a young father just getting started in life. He was an excellent example for me and many others. His extraordinary family is proof positive of what leadership, love and responsibility from a dad can do for a family. Ed was my heart physician who discovered the problems I would face throughout my life. He directed me to the excellent doctors I currently have. For that I am forever grateful to him. My thoughts and fond memories include all the Steinmetz children especially Tommy and Chris. Both of your wonderful parents were from a generation of incomparable people. They just don't make 'em like that any more. Sincerely,Steve Wolkoff"
"Barrie and I know you are suffering and express our sympathy. Ed to me was always an inspiration. Like my father, he was a giant in cardiology. I remember how he took the time during his busy office to give me personal one on one advice. He was that kind of person. My dad always looked to Ed to know what was going on in cardiology . Please know you are in our thoughts. "
"My family-especially my late father, pediatrician Mike Hogan-held Dr. Steinmetz in the highest regard. Our genuine condolences & prayers to you..Quick story-during the final months of my dad's terminal illnesses in early 2007, he occassionally called Dr. Steinmetz to ask some questions & talk about his situation.. Dad didn't find out until much later-naturally, from someone else- that Dr. Steinmetz. had already taken full retirement well before then....Dad just said how much he admired Dr. S. for "Keeping his hand in"....The infinite amount of ease & comfort Dr. Steinmetz provided to my father was deeply moving & immeasureably gratifying to our family-but hardly surprising to anyone who knew him."
"My heartfelt condolences to the family. Eddie and I were SAE's at IU, and I roomed with him for one year. I knew at that time he would be an exceptional and dedicated physician.Ward A. McCartyIU1950"
"Ed was a great Doctor. His ideas will live forever. We had breakfasts with him in Florida with the Friday St Luke's UMC men. A gentleman, we will miss him. Heaven has welcomed him home. His family has our prayers and best wish's."
"You are all in our thoughts and prayers.We both enjoyed working with and for Dr. Ed. He was a great down to earth guy who just expected you to do your best, like he did. If it wasn't for his faith in me, I would have missed a 40+ year career in Echo/Ultrasound. Memories are made special by people like Dr. Ed. Jim Haworth and Pat Altman"
"i have know the Steinmetz family since the late60s Going to grade school with Sue & Tom ( great pool parties) Got to know Doc Steinmetz up at Macatawa playing alot of golf with Edd and son tom. I thing i remember about doc was he was allways so laid back and cared about you ( telling stories about his brother George and my late father Ray) i can see Edd now driving the golf cart ( the one at their cottage) down to pick up some of the welchs and kanes to watch the sunset!! god bless you doc and the Steinmentz family---"
"My condolences to all the family and friends of Dr. Ed. I knew him as both an exemplary Catholic gentleman and a physician leader. I hope that the consolations of faith are strong for you at this time of Pentecost. You are in my thoughts and prayers.May God Bless Dr. Ed and all of you.Peace, Fr. Joe Rautenberg."
"After 30 plus years as his patient I think of Dr. Ed as a good friend. He solved my original problem when others couldn't, then kept me healthy all these years. We will miss you very much Ed, God Bless you friend .Tom and Peggy "
"Mary Kay, Beth, Joe and Terry and the Steinmetz family: Our condolences and deepest sympathies on the passing of your father, Ed. We always enjoyed his company whenever we saw him in Barrington or Indianapolis.May your treasure chest of memories of moments with him bring you warmth and comfort during this time."
"To Joe and family,I wish to extend my deepest sympathies for the loss of such a wonderful human being, Father, Physician,,..Grandfather...etc etc..all the many things Dr. ED Steinmetz was and will forever be beloved and remembered for and live on for eternally. He was a gentle quiet leader yet very strong and wise leader . His wit made anyone feel at ease. I was so impressed as a young staff nurse how he carried himself when he came to see his patients. I thought that's what all Doctors should be like. I was amazed at Christmas parties because he sat with us, the staff, instead of his peers to show he really cared. He was quite the entertainer too. The world is a better place because of Dr. Steinmetz. Not all people make their mark in this world. He made too many to count.. My deepest prayers are with you all. God Bless you all. ...for me I'll remember how nice and easy it is to picture Dr. Steinmetz's kind warm smile. Sincerely, Abby Levin "
"My condolences to the Steinmetz familyMy uncle Richard O'Connor, (New Albany) was married to Dr. Ed's sister, Anne Steinmetz O'Connor. What a wonderful family.God Bess,Anne D. O'Connor"
"Dr. Steinmetz was a kind gentleman and expert in his field. I met him in my 30's when my doctor referred me to him for an test that came back incomplete. He assurred me after several tests..." I had a heart of a teenager...not to worry." May peace be with you and your family. "