Ralph Hundley Steele

Having moved to Richmond 6 years ago I miss much of the local Lynchburg news. But I happened to read of Ralph's passing today and loved seeing the great picture of Agnes and him. Their marriage was and will always be a great witness and testament to me of what loving commitment looks like in real life. My heart goes out to Agnes who was his rock. Eternal rest grant unto Ralph Oh Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Mr. Steele was my principal at Amelon. I still think about him from time to time. He was always smiling. I remember him and Mrs. Penn as my kindergarten influences. Maybe they set me on the path to keep me interested in education. I'm sorry to learn of his passing.

Ralph Steele raised me from a very young girl. He was my great grandfather, mentor, and father figure. I deeply cherish every single moment that I spent with Bambi and Papa, and the deep loving bond that I shared with them. Bambi and Papa's strong everlasting relationship was always a goal for me. Papa and Bambi taught me what unconditional love is. They never gave up on me. Papa was an amazing teacher, he taught me right from wrong to the value of honesty to my multiplication tables and to...

Mr Steele was such a good man, principal, and grading supervisor. I had him as a principal, his first year, at the brand new school, Amelon. I was in 1st grade. I was also his first student teacher, to supervise and grade. He was fair and honest and kind. He also moved his family into my subdivision. This world has lost a good person. I´m praying for the peace and comfort for his family.

Ralph Steele was my great grandfather, and raised me from a very young girl. I will cherish every moment and memory I have spent with Bambi and Papa. My gratitude for them is everlasting. Papa taught me right from wrong, the value of truthfulness and accountability. He was such a jokester and I loved laughing with him, hearing his countless stories. He always gave me sound advice and was always there if I needed a shoulder to cry on. He taught me my multiplication tables, how to fish, how to...

Ralph Steele and I knew one another across time. I knew Agnes and Ralph and we had good memories. When I taught at Amelon starting the first year it opened, it was evident that Ralph had worked hard to create a strong learning environment. The word that came to mind was how pleasurable it was to know Ralph and also to work with him. Deep condolence to the family for our family. Love, Betty Mantiply and Kay Mantiply Clark and Mallory Mantiply.

I remember Mr. Steele, he was my elementary school principle. He was always so kind ...always had a smile on his face. My prayers to the family.

I taught at Amelon for 30 years. I came here from Kentucky. Mr. Steele was my first principal here. When I interviewed he said he was going to hire me because he liked my accent if for no other reason. We had a great relationship. He was a very caring person. I will always appreciate everything he did to make me a better teacher and person. My sympathy to his family! May God bless you!