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Gary Steele Obituary
Gary F. Steele, M.D., 66, of Waupun, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, June 22, 2016.
Gary, the son of Garland and Pansy (Cooper) Steele, was born on August 9, 1949, in Keyser, WV. On May 27, 1973, he was united in marriage to Catherine Cornell at Wesley United Methodist Church in Morgantown, West Virginia.
After graduating from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 1974, he served as a medical officer in the United States Navy from 1975 to 1981, onboard the USS White Plains and USS Wainwright. Upon separation from the Navy, he and Cathy opened a medical practice in Madison, WV. They transferred the practice briefly to South Carolina, before making a permanent home in rural Wisconsin.
In Brownsville, he nurtured the small medical clinic into a thriving family medicine practice, based on care, concern and partnership with his patients and families. He cared for generations, encompassing their entire life cycle, becoming a true touchstone of the greater community.
Gary enjoyed hunting behind his spaniels and labs for upland game and waterfowl. He enjoyed traveling with Cathy to find new sights, a passion they found while stationed in Japan. In retirement, they had travelled hither and yon, from Alaska to Nova Scotia to Italy. He found tranquility in tatting ornaments and jewelry, as well as woodturning.
Those Gary leaves behind to cherish his memory include his wife, Cathy; two sons, Jacob Steele (partner, Allison Martin) of Washington D.C. and Isaac Steele of Brooklyn, NY; his parents, Garland and Pansy Steele of Tornado, WV; two brothers, Terry (Carol) Steele and Paul (Diana) Steele; and other relatives and friends.
A memorial visitation for Gary will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at the Brownsville Community Club, 871 West Main Street in Brownsville from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Private family services will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hope of Wisconsin (www.hopeofwisconsin.org) are appreciated by the family.
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Roxanne Schmidt
August 6, 2016
I am so sad to learn of Gary's death. He was my doctor while I lived in Fond du Lac and my parent's until his retirement. I think of him often. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Whitmore
July 7, 2016
He delivered my youngest daughter in 1983 @ Madison WV.
Baird Oldfield
July 3, 2016
Sherry and I were shocked and saddened to learn of Gary's death. I knew him well from 1977 through 1981, corresponded with both of you annually, and we four shared a dinner here in Charleston just last year. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Baird Oldfield
Beth Blosser
June 28, 2016
Dear Cathy and family,
I was saddened to read of your loss. I worked many ER shifts with Dr. Steele at Boone Memorial Hospital. I always thought highly of you both. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Beth Henry Blosser, RN BSN
Jill Scharf
June 28, 2016
Going to the doctor was never a nervous anxiety filled event because Gary always put me at ease. He was an exceptional Doctor that truly cared about patients and ended up becoming a friend. Your family is in our prayers as you health.
Scott Woodley
June 28, 2016
Dear Cathy and Family,
I met Gary when he was shopping for Medicare plans. Although I did not know him very long, he made a lasting impression on me as a kind, caring and genuine man. I could feel his dedication to his patients and his profession. His legacy lives on in all of us that he touched. His work continues...only from a different vantage point.
I am truly blessed to have met him.
April Theusch
June 27, 2016
Family of Dr.Steele
I was a patient of his for twenty years. I will sadly miss everything about him. Excellent Doctor and friend. May God guide your family and friends.
Mary Lynn and Bob Schraufnagel
June 27, 2016
Dear Cathy, Jacob and Isaac,
Please know how sorry we are in your loss. We remember Gary as a very kind and caring person and a wonderful Doctor. You are in our Thoughts and Prayers for peace and comfort. Hugs to all of you!
St. Agnes Hospital Emergency Department
June 27, 2016
All the staff of St. Agnes Hospital Emergency Department send their condolences to the Steele Family. We will always remember Dr. Steele as a soft spoken, kind and caring person and colleague. He will be missed!
Rest in Peace, dear friend
June 27, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss..
Lori Van Kooy
Liz Taylor
June 27, 2016
Dr. Steele saved my 12 year old son's life when I took my son in to have a huge swollen knee checked out. Dr. Steele had JUST had a patient before my son with same symptoms, that he was able to diagnose with Lymes disease. Dr. Steele took at least 3 long tubes of fluid out of my son's knee and also found him to have Lymes to. After a month's worth of medication my son was fine, if it weren't for Dr. Steele's quick thinking my son could have been paralyezed or dead. THANK YOU Doc for taking care of my family and I for many year's. You will be missed God Bless to all Family and friends. Liz Taylor of Fond du Lac aka Annliz Taylor.
Shirley Brus
June 27, 2016
I am just heart broken as so many of us are! Dr Steele showed nothing but out going care and concern for my well being. He listened to me and he understood my concerns. We exchanged books, he spoke of his two sons and his wife with love. I will NEVER forget how he always made me feel when I left the office regardless of how badly I was feeling. He was so kind and would not allow me to leave until he knew I understood what I was there for! He put a smile on my face and gave me hope. When he spoke of retiring I would just about come apart. As time went on I realized it was my selfishness that wanted him to never retire! He was tired too ! One day I hope to see him again .Rest now my friend, it is your turn... y55
patty schwab
June 27, 2016
R.I.P. dr.steele..you were the best doctor my husband and I have ever had...you will be missed by all you have known you...you always listened and cared for us so greatly...your southern hospitality meant so much to us...
the angels have taken you into their arms..may you rest in peace
Sandy Myers
June 26, 2016
Cathy,
Our family is keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Peggy Waller
June 26, 2016
Cathy, Thinking of you your family at this time. Also fondly remembering all our good times in Japan.
Bridget Falk
June 26, 2016
Thank you for being a great teacher in health care. You were always patient and kind. You are greatly missed and thought of often. Prayers to your family during this difficult time.
Kathy Grochowski
June 26, 2016
Heartbroken at the loss of such a kind, gentle caring soul. Joyous. That I was allowed to spend some time with him and his beautiful family. My deepest condolences to Cathy, Jacob and Isaac for your loss. May you find peace with each other at this difficult time.
Julie (Jewels) Cote-Johnson
June 25, 2016
Gary, Eternal life is yours now. I hope to see you there someday.
Julie (Jewels) Cote Cote-Johnson
June 25, 2016
Dear Cathy, Jake, and Issac,
I am deeply saddened. I worked along side of Dr. Steele for more than 15 years. Together we cared for patients in multiple Nursing Facilities. Dr. Steele always saw the vital person now confined, debilitated, and dependent. In his passionate care of seniors, Dr. Steele understood that patients grieved their loss of independence, function, and productivity. Chronic disease has a tendency to slowly chip away at patients' abilities until the essence of that person is reduced and sometimes lost.
I considered Dr. Steele and his wife Cathy to be friends of my spouse (Musky Mike) and myself. I am so sorry that my own circumstances disabled me to the extent that I could not reach out to you for the last 3 years.
Dr. Steele was a true physician who put his patients first. Where ever we went; patients and staff light up when he was in the building. I have more respect and love for this fine man than all other medical professionals put together. I will treasure the happy times, the conversations, and the times we were fortunate enough to get together as couples. "Frog Holler" will always hold Gary's essence. Cathy, Issac, and Jake; Gary frequently spoke happily and heartily about all of you. He will be remembered by so many.
I did not know that Gary was ill. I am sad because I would have tried harder to reach out. Cling to each other now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Jewels
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