Ina Goad Steele

Ina Steele Obituary

Ina Goad Steele, 90, formerly of Rehoboth Beach, Del., went to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 7, 2011, at the Glebe in Daleville, Va. She was born on February 18, 1921, in Moneta, Va., daughter of the late Gordon and Annie Goad. Ina received a B.S. in chemistry from Roanoke College in 1942 and was the first female chemist employed by the State of Virginia. It was at Roanoke College that she met her husband, Richard B. Steele, and they were married in 1946. Richard was a dentist in Rehoboth Beach until his death in 1975. Ina was also predeceased by a sister, Lois Parrish; and a son, Vernon L. Steele.
Mrs. Steele is survived by three sons and their wives, Gerald and Ann Steele, of Roanoke, Va., Wayne and Bunny Steele, of Rehoboth Beach, Del., and Drew and Donna Steele, of Hunt Valley, Md. She is also survived by two granddaughters; one grandson; and three greatgrandchildren.
In addition to raising her sons, Ina taught elementary school for almost 20 years in the Woodbridge and Indian River School Districts before retiring in the mid 1980s. After her husband's death, Ina continued to reside in Delaware until she moved to the Glebe in April of 2007.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the employees of the Glebe for the care they provided for Ina over the years and to the staff and volunteers of Good Samaritan Hospice for their loving care over the past number of weeks.
Visitation will be held at Oakey's North Chapel, 6732 Peters Creek Road, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 10, 2011. Visitation and memorial service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rehoboth Beach, Del., at a later date. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to your local Alzheimer's Association, 2728 Colonial Ave., Suite 2, Roanoke, VA 24015.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jul. 9 to Jul. 10, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Ina Steele

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July 14, 2011

I happen to be looking for someone else, and noticed Mrs. Steele's name. Mrs. Steele was my 1st grade teacher in 1965.It is funny how you always remember your first grade teacher. Obviously she left a mark on me. I remember when I graduated from high school I gathered pictures from our class and sent them to her. I received such a nice note from her. Always a lady. My sympathy to the family.

Mona Webb Steele

PS No relation but just by coincidence, my husband's family is from Rehoboth

Charmaine Carmack

July 11, 2011

My heart goes out to your family. I loved Ina. I had my uncle across the hall from her for 3 years at the Glebe and always took interest in Ina. She loved her babies - the real ones and the baby dolls. The ladies all wanted to hold her babies & she was so sharing & sweet. I'll never forget the day that she was told the 1st great grandbaby news came & how excited she was! It is sad to see the regression in this life but to know what a better place she is in now & the homecoming! My, Ina is certainly enjoying herself. Gerry - You were a wonderful son to be there for her every day to ensure she ate & was comfortable and satisfied. A lot of those days were hard, I know. Your Mom was a gift to all of us. I'm so glad that we became friends and I'll always remember you all. It will be hard to get into a new routine, but hang in there. With your beautiful granchildren, they should keep you busy. It has been great to be a part of your lives as your family has grown. God bless you.
Charmaine

Gerry

July 10, 2011

Ina's vibrant spirit will forever be a treasure. She was an indomitable source of comfort and gentle wisdom. Her joy in living shone as she shared with me her stories of her dog walking rituals, her love of teaching, seeing a Broadway show, tending the garden and the geraniums, or sailing on a cruise ship.
I will be forever grateful for her sharing with me her most precious love of all- the most Extra-ordinary Family Steele. To Ina.

Ivy Owen

July 10, 2011

When someone we love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure to hold. Hold on to the many memories of Sweet Ina. I remember when she came to the glebe. May the Lord bless you all each and everyday.

Ed & Shirley Pazdan

July 9, 2011

We only knew Ina for a short time, but she was a dear sweet woman. When she talked we all listened,and she made everyone laugh. Ina will be sorely missed by all. Thoughts and prayers go to the family.
We love you Ina.

Paz and Shirley Pazdan

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