Search by Name

Search by Name

Betty J. Steele

1929 - 2013

FUNERAL HOME

Bedene Funeral Home

517 E. Washington

Arma, Kansas

Betty Steele Obituary

FARLINGTON - Betty J. Steele, 84, of rural Farlington, Kan., died at 1:55 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, 2013, at Via Christi Village in Pittsburg, Kan.
Mrs. Steele was born March 31, 1929, at Loveland, Colo., the daughter of George and Mabel Loveland Roller. She grew up in Sparta, Mo., and later received a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Southwest Missouri State University in 1949 and a Master of Music degree from Pittsburg State University in 1969. Betty taught music in many Southeast Kansas Schools: Neodesha, Walnut, Hepler, Hiattville, Girard, and Pittsburg. She touched the lives of hundreds of students and communicated to them her love of music and her belief that all could sing and that all could make music an important part of their lives. Outside the classroom, she enjoyed traveling, cooking, entertaining friends, going to musical performances and reading "round robin" letters from music majors from college days. She was also supportive of the Cato and Farlington historical preservation groups. She married Richard "Dick" Steele on March 17, 1950, in Lockwood, Mo. Mr. Steele preceded her in death Oct. 2, 2010. Her professional memberships included the Kansas Music Educators Association, where she served as secretary for several terms. She was active in the Church of Christ of Pittsburg, holding singing classes for the children at the church and preparing them for various competitions. Survivors include three sons, Gary (Cheri) Steele of Greenbrier, Ark., Bob (Dee) Steele, of Conway, Ark., and Bill (Becky) Steele of Sherman, Texas; a daughter, Jan Steele, of Farlington, Kan.; a special friend, Joanna Freeman of Pittsburg; nine grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a brother, Bob Roller.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, at the Pittsburg Church of Christ in Pittsburg with Jerry Kendall and Tony Lalli officiating. Burial will be at the Farlington Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Thursday at the Bedene Funeral Home at Arma. The family suggests memorials be sent to the Pittsburg Church of Christ. Donations may be sent to or left at the Bedene Funeral Home, 517 E. Washington, Box 621, Arma, KS 66712.

Published by Morning Sun on Aug. 28, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Betty Steele

Sponsored by Bedene Funeral Home.

Not sure what to say?





Jan and family: Both Dave and I have such special memories of both your father and mother. One of our favorite ones is an invitation to a Community Sing, with many of your churches gathered. It was delightful to enjoy sitting there with them and singing the old hymns of the church. Now there are two more excellent voices in the Heavenly Choir! Our prayers and blessings, Nancy and David Owen

September 7, 2013

Betty was a great supporter of the Heartland Concert Band. She & Dorothy Quier were our constant cheerleaders! We have missed Dick & will now miss Betty.

Vicki Mays

September 4, 2013

Very special Music teacher! I will always remember that sweet little lady with that wonderful smile on her face! She was loved by many and will be missed. Heaven has a new Angel.

Julie Hooper

September 4, 2013

Jan - so sorry about the death of your Mother. I only got to know her in the last year or so and she was a very wonderful person. Marilyn Flagg

Marilyn Flagg

August 31, 2013

Jan, you are in my thoughts. You'll hear from me soon! So interesting to read about your mom and all she had touched.

Nancy Meads

August 29, 2013

Betty was a very special person. We will always remember her wonderful Christmas letters. Janet & Don Dye

Janet & Don Dye

August 28, 2013

You will be missed.

Ronald Smith

August 28, 2013

Mrs. Steele was a very wonderful person.
I will always remember her at the piano
playing and singing. She made music exciting and fun with her wonderful smile. Many Sympathies and thoughts

Loretta Huning Simpson

August 27, 2013

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Betty Steele's name

Memorial Events
for Betty Steele

Aug

30

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Pittsburg Church of Christ

Pittsburg, KS 66712

Funeral services provided by:

Bedene Funeral Home

517 E. Washington, Arma, KS 66712

How to support Betty's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Betty Steele's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more