Book of Memories for Donald "Pete " Steele

Condolence From Orman Conrad

Sat, 24 Nov 2018 17:53:57 EST

You have my deepest sympathy.

Condolence From Mike Gilbert

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 14:15:43 EST

To the Steele Family - Just wanted to drop a note to you and say how much I feel for your loss. Pete was a good friend and wonderful man. I very much enjoyed playing golf and talking UK sports with him. I admire and respect his service for our country and the many works he did in the community and for the church. He and Velma raised an outstanding family. "Cast all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:10 "And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 1 Peter 5:10

Condolence From Steve and Mae Sorrell

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 13:57:59 EST

Velma, We are sorry to hear about Pete. We loved him so much. Our world will not be the same without him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence From Mary Lippert

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 11:10:24 EST

Dear Shep (David) and Stephanie We are so sorry for your loss of your father, Pete. Our thoughts are with you. Mary & Butch

Condolence From David Butcher

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 10:53:54 EST

Our entire family share in your loss. Pete and the entire Steele famiIly have been like family our our lives. We, along with mom, are in Florida and will not be able to attend the services. Know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Bless you all.

Condolence From Don Wells

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 22:02:26 EST

Dear Velma and Family, Simply put, so many will join you in sorely missing Pete. A mighty good man. A great patriot. (And unrepentant Cat Fan--how can they possibly manage without both Bob Wiggins AND Pete Steele!) As you know, Sergeant at Arms Steele patiently waited many a day while commanding the Honor Guard while I had the privilege to mention to families of departed comrades that in "passing" we are as believers fulfilling King Solomon's Ecclesiastes 12:7 ("the spirit shall return to God who gave it") and the Apostle Paul's 2 Cor. 5:6-8 (essentially "...to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord"). I hope that the thought will help you as well. Comfort and blessings to all during this difficult time.

Condolence From Randy Byrum

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 10:08:38 EST

David, Very sorry for the loss of Pete. I know you will miss him. I believe it was over 60 years ago when our families first met and managed to keep in touch over the years.

Condolence From Curtis and Maurine Shelton

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 07:38:20 EST

One of the finest gentlemen we have ever known! A best friend! He will be missed so much! Love to Velma and the family!

Condolence From Ronald Wood

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 15:19:33 EST

John and family I am very sorry to here of Mr. Steele's passing. My father passed earlier this year, so I understand better some of your thoughts and feelings during these days. Praying for a sense of peace and comfort for you all during this time of loss. Hoping you can think of all the happy moments often and may God grant you all the peace that passes all understanding at this time and for the days ahead.

Condolence From Richard D. Halcomb Jr.

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 15:07:01 EST

Dear friends. May God give you all comfort in your time of need. Our families have always been close and may we always be there for each other in days to come. With sincere love and friendship. The Halcomb families.

Condolence From Betty & Dave Shewalter

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 14:38:34 EST

Our thoughts and prayers go to all the Steele family. Pete and Velma will always be remembered as friends to everyone. Always there to comfort when anyone was in need of help. When my dad passed away Velma brought food to Georgia and Johnny's house and Dave always says that was the best roast beef he had ever eaten. May God be with the whole family.

Condolence From Earnest Grisham

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 11:24:59 EST

My condolences to the Steele families. I'm sorry to hear about the loss of dear Pete. Some Bible scriptures that have helped me during times of loss include Isaiah 26:19 and Psalm 37:28,29 which states in part: "Your dead ones will live...They will rise up". And the Bible also says "The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will forever reside upon it". Therefore the Bible promises that we may be reunited with our loved ones lost in death by means of an earthly resurrection. This is further confirmed by John 5:28,29 which says "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". This is possible thanks to Jesus Christ's ransom sacrifice. Thus we have a genuine hope of everlasting life in a world without wickedness or suffering. For more encouraging thoughts, please visit jw.org

Photo shared: pete steele.jpg

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 02:50:33 EST