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Norbert Steahly Obituary
Norbert served in World War II as a Staff Sargent. He retired from Norfolk & Western Railway after 43 years of service. Norbert was preceded in death by his father, Edward Steahly; mother, Eleanor Bruch Steahly; brother, Edward Steahly; and daughter, Donna Marie Steahly. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Sara Baisden Steahly; and 12 of his 13 children, Pamela and Bill Sumner, Carol and Bob Haley, Barbara and Cyrus Pinson, Mary and Bob Grim, Norbert Jr. (Butch) and Patrica Steahly, Janet and Paul Webster, Mona and Rick Stout, Paula Steahly, James (Jimmy) and Vickie Steahly, Kathy and Mike Hammer, Karen Steahly, Lisa and Mike Gibson. He was also the proud Grandfather and Poppy to 15 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. His special friends, Robin Boggs, Gail Cundiff; and caregivers, daughter, Janet Webster, Kim Huff, and Joy Foutz. Norbert will be missed greatly by any and all who were blessed to have known him. His large family extended even beyond those mentioned. He was a father figure to many and honored by all who called him friend. In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to Vinton Rescue Squad. Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 28, 2009, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church with the Rev. Father Thomas G. Miller officiating. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 27, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.
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for Norbert Steahly
Diane Steahly
March 13, 2021
I am daughter of Paul Steahly who had a store on Chillicothe st. I recall the name Norbert and thought I would offer my condolenses even though time has passed.
Angela Steahly
January 4, 2011
Grandpa,
You have given me and my children the greatest gift of all, and that is the gift of love. The love you gave spread through all who knew you and it still continues today. The family you started many years ago with grandma, has grown by leaps and bounds and your legacy will live on through each and every one of them. Love you always and miss you greatly.
Love your grandaughter,
Angela
Sarah Sterling
January 4, 2011
Grandpa,
Thank you for all the wonderful memories you have given me. I don't think I ever saw you without a smile on your face, and what a beautiful smile it was!! I remember sitting on your lap while you slapped your hand back and forth between our knees! It was always followed by squeals of laughter! We were only able to visit once or twice a year but you always made me feel like I was special and loved. I always loved your sense of humor! When we were kids you would just goof off with us and make silly faces and when we got older your jokes cracked us up! We sure do miss you. The world just isn't quite as bright without you here.
Love,
Sarah
January 4, 2011
Dear Dad: Can't believe you have been gone from our lives for over a year. You will always be in our hearts. We miss your sense of humor. It was always so easy to make you laugh. We're sorry that the last few years were so difficult for you but your humor helped to get you and all of us through it. Happy Birthday. We were so lucky to have you as a Dad. You were kind and gentle and everyone who knew you loved you. Wish you were going to be here for our new grandbaby due in June. You would be so proud of Lincoln, he is sweet and gentle too and growing every day. We will always miss you.
Love, Barb, Cy, Aaron, Andrew and Teri.
MONA STOUT
January 4, 2011
Dad, I wrote a message to you yesterday for your birthday but for some reason it did not post. Just wanted to tell you happy birthday and let you know how much your are missed, I have you picture sitting on my computer at work and give you a kiss every morning I hope you are feeling them. I am sure Janet is licking your glasses as she always did and made you laugh. We have been looking at family pictures for the past few days and they have brought back so many great memories thank you for that. We all love and miss you very much, Rick now has an electric wheel chair I know you know he has been to the cemetary several times and talked to you he misses you too.
WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH but are so happy that Donna finally knows you as we have all always known you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY
Mary
January 3, 2011
Dad it has been over a year think about you all the time. Remembering all the times we spent talking about your childhood and your confusing times when you were back in your childhood. I miss you so much but I know you are in a better place . I miss you so much Im always looking at your chair expecting you to be there. I feel like I did not get to tell you goodby and tell you how much I love you. I know you are with Donna now we had you for many years and now it is her time Love you
Jared Jones
January 3, 2011
He was a great man and was a father of 13 wonderful kids. We will miss you always and we will see you sometime in heaven. We love you.
Jared Jones
January 3, 2011
He was a great man and was a father of 13 wonderful kids. We will miss you always and we will see you sometime in heaven. We love you.
January 3, 2011
Gee Dad-I was wrong. You would be 90!!!
How is that possible? Seems like you were just here with us yesterday.
Love,
Barb
Travis Bandy
January 3, 2011
Hey Grandpa Happy B-day In Heaven, There's Not A Day That Goes By That Me And The Rest Of The Family Don't Think Of U, And Wish U Were Still Here, We Miss U And Love U, And One Day Our Time Will Be Called, And We Will All See U Again :) Love U Grandpa, Travis Bandy
January 3, 2011
Dad just wanted to wish you a happy birthday in heaven.We miss you so much,i have been thinking about you all day and looking at pictures of you ,wow what great memories we have of you.you were one of a kind,they dont come any better than you.Sending you hugs and kisses ,how great it would feel to wrap my arms around you one more time.miss you so much so much ,im sending you my tears your way so send me some comfort back i need it from you. love lisa and family
Karen Steahly
January 3, 2011
Remembering you Dad who would have been 90 years old today. My sadness is overcome by my heart that smiles at the wonderful memories of the most Awesome Dad a girl can have. We miss you so much Dad, yet we are comforted in knowing that you no longer suffer, and your time on earth was so well lived. Happy Birthday Dad! Thank God for the blessing of you, the precious memories, and the legacy you left behind!!!
The whole clan
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Wonderful sense of humor
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67 Years of Marriage
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Still dancing and Still in Love after so many years
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4 Generations of Steahly men
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Norbert Francis Steahly born January 3, 1921
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Norbert & Sara October 10, 1942
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Norbert and Sara with parents
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A walk with my girl
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WWII Vet
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Father of the Bride
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The Family 10 girls 2 boys
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Kathy Hammer
January 2, 2011
Dad don't know where to begin it's been over a year now and i miss u like it was yesterday. Wanted people to know what a wonderful man u where u was the best man ever other than our father in heaven, like mike would say you where what they call a real man boy is he ever right. You are in a better place no pain, no worries no saddness. You and mom did a wonderful job raising 10 girls 2 boys we are all good people big hearts and alot of faith. Thank u for that will carry that with me till the day i meet u again. We will take care of mom till she meets with you one day...LOVE YOU BUNCHES YOUR DAUGHTER KATHY
Karen Steahly
November 28, 2010
It has been over a year now since your passing and I still have times I can't believe you are not here in the flesh. Yet I feel you here with me, with us everyday. We miss you so much dad. Last Sunday in honor of a year since your passing, we gathered by your grave site 18 of us. Some children, grand children and great grandchildren. We shared in prayer and stories. You are so loved and continue to live on in our memories and our hearts. Love you Dad
Karen Steahly
January 5, 2010
Happy Birthday Dad on your 1st Birthday in Heaven. I'm late posting this but, the family still got together Sunday 1/3/2010 to celebrate yours and your grandson Travis Birthday just as we do every year. We had 2 cakes one for both of you. And Travis's girlfriend gave him a framed picture of you two on your last birthday together 1/3/2009. We even all signed a card for you and gave it to Mom. We Love You and Miss You So Much Dad, Grandpa, Poppy, Pawpaw!!!
December 25, 2009
well we celebrated christmas today but not without remembering you dad.I missed you so much this morning dad i looked over at your chair oh how i wished you were there.We are taking care of mom for you.I spend time with mom and it makes me feel so close to you because i know you are looking down on us as we look after your wife and our mom that we know you adored and so do we.we love and miss you so much. love mike,lisa,tiffany ,cody and braelynn the one that always put a smile on your face.
love you
Karen Steahly
December 25, 2009
Dear Dad,
It's the wee hours of Christmas morning. So much to be thankful for, yet at the moment so full of sadness. As I sit here in the recliner you occupied for so many years, tears fill my eyes and my heart aches. I cannot help but feel your presence. Yet, feel the loss of you so strongly. For a few weeks now I moved toward Christmas with the thoughts of what a sad Christmas this is going to be. Till Christmas Eve, then God spoke to me through you. I now realize that our family although hit very hard this holiday season, is still so blessed in all we have. So I have changed my thought process and realize that I face a Christmas that will be very different, and sadness may have it's moments, but it will not rule the spirit of the holiday.
Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus. In celebrating that birth it makes us that much more sensitive to all the blessings bestowed on us. So although we suffer the hardship of losing you, your daughter Mary in a nursing home battling a bad infection contracted through surgery, and your granddaughter in-law Julie in ICU, fighting with every bit of strength God has given her, we still give thanks this Christmas. We give thanks for the best Dad/Grandpa/Poppy in the world. We give thanks that Mary's infection was caught in time to be treated and that she is receiving the treatment needed. We give thanks for the strength God has placed in Julie to still be defying all odds against her. And mostly we give thanks for the family that has joined together through all of this. The family is standing so solid with interlocked hearts as we move together through these trials that have been set before us. Dad you would be so proud of the love, strength, and faith that continues to keep us all bonded so tightly together.
I've never completely understood where Angels come from, but I have my own theory. I think they are those who love us, but have gone before us. I think God uses them to help him watch over those on Earth. So although I sit here in your chair with tears in my eyes, and a strong feeling of loss, it is only because I miss you. Deep down I know you are still here with all of us. You are an angel at the nursing home watching over Mary as she sleeps. You are an angel at the hospital holding both Bill and Julie as they battle what is happening with her health. You are the family angel that watches over us all now and forever on.
I love you with all my heart and miss you so much. Merry Christmas Daddy.
Love
Karen
Nikki
December 23, 2009
His memory will live forever in our family. May we all find a peace within knowing he is home in the comfort of our Lords arms.
Love you Grandpa
Benjamin Cyrus, Jr.
December 8, 2009
I am sorry about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leane Black
December 3, 2009
Dear Sara and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and I have such fond, wonderful memories of growing up you all and your Dad was always so sweet and caring. He was a constant reminder of love and compassion for everyone that entered his home. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. God Bless, love you all.
Karen Steahly
November 30, 2009
My Dad. How does one say goodbye to that? You don't, it's impossible. He lives on in so many hearts and his smile is reflected in every family members smile. Although allowing ourselves tears, we all shared in a celebration of his life. It was not about our sadness, it was about his life and the amazing legacy he left behind. The love and admiration was so overwhelmingly felt this past week from so many family and friends. Dad lived a very full life, abundantly rich with love given and received. We know he resides in heaven now, as his love and faith in the lord was undeniable. He was so full of love. For God, his family, and as many of you have expressed, that love continued to extended out to so many others. We thank you all who attended the viewing and/or funeral to pay your respects. We thank you all who are expressing your thoughts and condolences through this guest book and other places online. Know that you, all of our friends, our extended family, will be what pulls us through the grieving. The sadness of no longer having our father physically in our lives. These post and other expressions remind us of the many who loved and admired him. As well as the many who love and care for us. Our time of grief will not be an easy road to travel, but we will come through this. As God has blessed us with the strength he instilled in our family through our father, and the blessing of many wonderful friends to comfort us. His spirit will continue to soar as a positive impact on family and friends for years to come. Our family expresses their love and appreciation to all of you. Know that when you see us smile, hear our laughter, or feel our struggles to always do what is right and remain compassionate to others. You are witnessing the Norbert Steahly Sr legacy continuing on........... Thank you All and God Bless
Roger Pollard
November 27, 2009
Dear Sara and Family,
So sorry to hear about Norbert. He was a wonderful person. We're so very greatful we got to see him and your family back in May. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roger Pollard and Connie
Marilyn and David Wood
November 27, 2009
Janet and Paul,
We were so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. You have shared so many wonderful family stories with us over the years and we know that all of those special memories will help you through this difficult time. You and your family have such a close bond and it all started with your mom and dad. We pray that these memories will give you and your family peace. If we can help in any way, please let us know.
Vicki Keyser
November 27, 2009
I was so sorry to here of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
November 27, 2009
Janet and Paul,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. You have shared so many wonderful family stories with us through the years, we pray that all of those special memories of your dad will help you and your family through this difficult time. What a wonderful family bond you guys share. We hope that this gives you some sense of peace.
Marilyn and David Wood
Tara Tolbert
November 27, 2009
Lisa and Family,
You all were like family. Your dad never complained, I never ever heard him raise his voice. His home was my home away from home. He always made me and all the rest of us there feel safe, and welcome. My best memories are still there. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Judy Doughty
November 27, 2009
Lisa & family,
I was sorry to about your dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that Cindy will miss picking with him at the restaurant.
Connie Cook
November 27, 2009
Karen and family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of your dad. Be proud that his spirit lives on in each of you. For 12 brothers and sisters to have such a wonderful bond only proves what a remarkable father he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy Fitzpatrick Altice
November 26, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Dorinda Wray
November 26, 2009
Karen -
So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jenny Karnes
November 26, 2009
Karen & Family,
Thinking of you in this time of loss. Mr. Steahly's obituary expresses a wonderful relationship with his family...much love....what a blessing.
Donna David
November 26, 2009
Paula and the Steahly family, I am so sorry for your loss. Robin, thank you for taking the time during your loss to help lessen mine. You will all be in my prayers.
Carol Schweiger (Mary Bologna's daughter)
November 26, 2009
Dear Sara and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss of Norbert. I never had the priviledge of meeting him but have had wonderful conversations with Sara on the phone recently. He must have been a very special man.
I pray this Thanksgiving brings you many enjoyable memories to share with each other and be thankful for.
I am praying for you all.
November 26, 2009
Lisa
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. He and your Mom are special people. It's amazing to see a family so large with such a close bond and I know this is due to such wonderful parents. This closeness also extended to friends as well. We always looked forward to the Steahly get-togethers because your family made us feel like we were family. I am glad we were able to share in some of the special memories.
You are in our hearts and prayers and know we are here if you need anything.
Love
Rabon, Kathy, Jordan and Logan
November 25, 2009
To all the Steahley Family,
We want you to know our thought and prayers are with all of you at this time. Their is nothing to say that will take away the feeling of loss you have all just shared. You are a strong, wonderful family and will prevail during these difficult times. He will never leave you as he will always be strong in your heart and has made you the family you are. Danny and I are fortunate to have been a very small part.
With all our love,
Danny and Penny
Donna Richardson
November 25, 2009
Karen,
I am so sorry that you and your family have lost your father. I know that loosing a parent is hard. I'm sure that he was a wonderful man, because of the legacy he has left. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers!
Love, Bugz and Donna
November 25, 2009
Leslie, Sorry about your Grandpa, I wish I could have met him. You and the whole family are in my prayers.
Omer Fannin
Angie Parris
November 25, 2009
Paula,
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. May your family be protected by the angels as Heaven has just received another beautiful soul. Godspeed Angie Parris
Karen Stevens
November 25, 2009
Keeping you all in our prayers during this difficult time. Hope that you will find peace in the wonderful memories you share.
Karen and Brandon Stevens
Lance and Terry Hale
November 25, 2009
Lance, the family and I offer our prayers in this time of loss. If we can be of any assistance during this trying time, we will be there for you.
Lance and Terry Hale and family
Melissa Dannel
November 25, 2009
Dear Karen, Butch and Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I know how difficult this must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Martin
November 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Donnie and Sharon
November 25, 2009
Jimmy, Vickie , Jan and Family
Donnie and I are so sorry for the lost of your dad...I know he had to be a great man because of what great kids he raised. Donnie and I will be praying for all your wonderful memories of your dad to carry you through this time of grief.
Lisa Drummond
November 25, 2009
Paula,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you at this time of grief.
Annette Thornhill
November 25, 2009
Dear Butch and Family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father, I hope you find comfort in knowing that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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