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Jeremy Steele Obituary
Jeremy Graham Steele, 30, of Pittsburgh died at 2:14 a.m. Tuesday at his parents' house in Slippery Rock due to an illness.
Born Jan. 17, 1974, in Denton, Texas, he was a son of Terry and Stacey Graham Steele.
He graduated from Slippery Rock High School in 1992 and from Slippery Rock University with a degree in English in 1996.
He currently was a doctoral student at the University of Pittsburgh, working in the department of biological sciences and involved with the Pittsburgh Bacteriophage Institute.
Mr. Steele was a freelance musician and instructor in classical and jazz bass. In addition to playing with the Butler County Symphony Orchestra and local bands, he performed on cruise ships and frequently in a trio with his father and brother. He also appeared at state, national and international music conferences.
He was a world traveler, who journeyed throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. He spent time living, studying and working in Austria, Italy and China.
In Italy, he taught English as a second language and in China he worked as a professional narrator of English texts for Shanghai International Studies University.
Mr. Steele was an environmentalist who enjoyed being outdoors hiking, camping, kayaking, rock climbing, skiing and mountain biking. His passion for nature led him to cultivate coral reef aquariums and ultimately, to pursue his study of science.
He also was an accomplished photographer.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Paige Hepple of Pittsburgh; his parents of Slippery Rock; a brother, Andrew Steele of Slippery Rock; his maternal grandmother, Velda Graham of Slippery Rock and formerly of Wichita, Kan.
STEELE - Services for Jeremy Graham Steele, who died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2004, will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Center Presbyterian Church, 211 Center St., Slippery Rock. Pastor Larry Morkert of Chicago will officiate, and included in the service will be the Rev. David McCabe, pastor of Center Presbyterian Church; the Rev. Dr. H. Rand Edwards, pastor of the Slippery Rock United Methodist Church; and the Rev. Dr. Wayne Bell, pastor of the West Sunbury Presbyterian Church. Family will receive friends immediately following the service in the church social hall.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Jeremy G. Steele Memorial Fund, administered by the Shenango Valley Foundation, in care of The First National Bank of Slippery Rock, 100 S. Main St., Slippery Rock, PA 16057.
Arrangements are being completed by SMITH FUNERAL HOME, Slippery Rock.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeremy Steele
Sonja Parenti
March 16, 2004
Stacey & Terry,
You have my heartfelt sympathy, know that your family will be in my prayers.
Cricket Patton
March 10, 2004
Dear Stacey,
When you lose a loved one no one else can really know what it means to be without him, but there is much comfort in knowing that others
thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carole Padezanin
March 3, 2004
Terry, Stacy and Andy,
Parents should never outlive their children and teachers should never outlive their students. It was with great sorrow that I heard of Jeremy's passing. He accomplished more in 30 years than most of us do in 100 but to me he will always be the "detective" in my second grade play. My prayers are with you.
Jennifer Walker
March 2, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes to out Jeremy's family and friends. Jeremy taught my brother bass lessons-(Matt Cunningham who passed away in 2001 at age 26). My prayers are with all of you.
Melissa (Cole) Henry
March 2, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Steele, I am so sorry to hear of Jeremy's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Jeremy accomplished so much in 30 years, and you have so very much to be proud of.
Gwen Rackham-Vaughn
March 2, 2004
Dear Steele Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jeremy's passing. Having grown up on the same street, he was a big part of my early childhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
JOSEPH & VIRGINIA FRAZIER
March 1, 2004
DEAR TERRY, STACEY AND FAMILY,
IT WAS WITH SORROW THAT WE LEARNED OF THE PASSING OF JEREMY, TREASURE THE MEMORY OF HIM AS A LITTLE BOY IN GRADE ONE. HE FREQUENTLY STOPPED AT OUR HOME ON CROSS STREET ON HIS WAY HOME FROM SCHOOL AND VISITED WITH RUTH AND ME.IT WAS A PLEASURE TO VISIT WITH HIM AND DISCUSS MATTERS FAR BEYOND THE AVERAGE FOR THAT YOUNG AGE.
WE PRAY FOR YOUR WELL-BEING ANND GRACE TO SUSTAIN YOU THROUGH THIS TRAUMATIC TIME OF THE DEATH OF YOUR LOVED ONE.
****LOVE,JOE@VIRGINIA****
Grace and Anne Kelly
March 1, 2004
Dear Stacey,Terry and Andy,
We were all very sorry, here in Ireland, to hear of Jeremy's death.His life may have been too short but he certainly lived it to the full.We hope you will be able to take some comfort from all the wonderful memories you have.We really enjoyed meeting you all when you came to Dublin and remember fondly the lovely time we spent together at Christmas. We'll be keeping all of you and Paige in our thoughts and prayers.
Amy Capella Smith
February 29, 2004
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Steele,
I am so sorry to hear of your son Jeremy's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, as you celebrate a beautiful life and mourn a great loss.
Amy (Capella) and Greg Smith
Chuck and Amy Larish
February 28, 2004
Dear Terry, Stacey, and Andy,
We are both deeply sorry for the loss of your wonderful son and brother. Personally, I am so glad to have known him and all of you in my lifetime. I always looked up to Jeremy in ways that he never knew. In my eyes, he lived life to its fullest. He never lost his passion for discovery. He never stopped expanding his horizons. Literature, biochemistry, music... I'm sure the list goes on. I always admired him for that. I am especially honored that I was given the chance to play music with him on many occasions. Both Amy and I will keep all of you in our prayers.
Melissa Walter
February 28, 2004
To the Steele family: My last year of bookwork at SRU I had one class each semester in Vincent Science Hall. As I walked there from the music building I always ran into Jeremy headed in the opposite direction. We would briefly chat and be on our way. In those short, but frequent interactions, I feel blessed to have known Jeremy. Please know that my thoughts, prayers, and love are with you.
Rebecca Miller
February 28, 2004
Dear Terry & Stacey,
Now that the suffering is over for your son,I am praying for strength and peace for you and your family.May God bless you and hold you close through the rest of your lives as you continue to love your son.
Love, Rebecca (Adams/Riggs) Miller
Gary Rackham
February 27, 2004
Terry, Stacey, Andy, I'm very sorry for your loss of Jermey. My prayers are with all of you.
Kathy Hepner
February 27, 2004
Terry and Stacey,
I would like to offer my prayers to you and the rest of your family. I have fond memories of Jeremy as a child, which I have been thinking about since I heard the news. I cannot attend the memorial service, but my thoughts will be with you.
Christy Geibel-Perry
February 26, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Steele,
My heart and prayers are with you. I am sorry for your loss, but please know that Jeremy added so much to the lives of people who knew him.
With much love,
Mike and Christy Perry
Lori Williamson
February 26, 2004
Dear Terry,Stacie,and Family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you all find comfort in Jeremy's legacy and in the Love of the universe. What a caterpillar calls the end,God calls a butterfly.
Jennifer DeSantis
February 26, 2004
Dear Stacey, Terry, Andy, and Paige,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I am honored to have known Jeremy and I know he will live on in the lives of those he touched. I will keep you all in my prayers and may God give you strength through this time.
Chuck Adamo & Jennifer Adamo(Shumaker)
February 26, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Steele and family
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Jeremy. I consider myself lucky, as I read through his wealth of accomplishments, to have simply known Jeremy and been able to call him a friend. I can only hope that you may find some comfort as you see how many lives your son has touched and in the pride that you certainly must feel just knowing what a great man and great friend that your son was to so many people.
We wish you strength and peace in this time of sorrow.
Jooyong Ahn
February 26, 2004
Dear Stacey and Terry,
I do not know what to say first, I am very shocked but Jeremy is in good place with our Almighty God.
I still remember when Terry brought Jeremy to my office and asked me to teach bass and later on he became a bass teacher of my son Jonathan. I never had chance to thank him what he did to Jonathan.
I pray for you two and rest of family.
God bless you all.
Your old friend Jooyong
Lisa Wyckoff Hazlett
February 26, 2004
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Steele,
My prayers go out to you during this time. I am truly blessed to have known Jeremy and I am thankful our paths crossed at SRU. Even though he was here for a short time, I know he will stay in the hearts of many forever.
Ellin Rue
February 26, 2004
I always knew Jeremy would do great things. I am a former classmate and friend from high school. I was sadden to hear of this news. May you find comfort with God during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Mary Ann Ramage(Hollingsworth)
February 26, 2004
Dear Steeles,
My heartfelt sympathy to your family on the loss of your son. You must be proud of of all his accomplishments and the fine young man it sounds like he was. I let Ian know and he was shocked and saddened to hear this news. He extends his sincere sympathy also. God bless you all and bring you peace during this difficult time.
Jennifer Kilinski-DaLessio
February 25, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Steele and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear the news of Jeremy's passing. He has touched the lives of so many people. He will always be remembered as a Wonderful person.
With Love and Sympathy,
Jennifer Kilinski-Dalessio
Rich Petroske
February 25, 2004
Terry, Stacey, and family:
I am truly sorry about your loss. Jeremy was a great guy who came from a very loving family. Please know that my family and I send our love and prayers to all of you in your time of sorrow. May God watch over you in your time of need. And always know that our Lord will take very good care of him.
God Bless.
Scott Albert
February 25, 2004
Hi Terry and Stacey,
I'm so sorry to hear of Jeremy's passing. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. He lived a wonderful life and is now living in the grace of God. May he live in peace.
Jennifer Strauss nee Capozzoli
February 25, 2004
To the Steele Family: My heart goes out to all of you in your time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Simon Beeching
February 25, 2004
All of us who played music and discussed life with him in the Department of Biology at SRU miss Jeremy very much, and we are also very proud of his accomplishments. We've always bragged about knowing him and will continue to do so, I'm sure. Best wishes in these difficult times.
Roy & Ginny Stewart
February 25, 2004
Terry/Stacey:
We are so sorry to hear of Jeremy's passing. There is nothing much to say at a sad time like this, but please know that Ginny and I are thinking of you. May God grant you strength in this time of sorrow.
Heather Bloam Wagner
February 25, 2004
Dear Terry and Stacey and family~
Words cannot express all that I wish for you at this time. Some of my favorite memories of SRU include Jeremy. He will always be in my heart and in my bass playing.
All my love and prayers to you.
Leeda Crum
February 25, 2004
Dear Paige and family: Although I met you and Jeremy only once, it is a time that will have a special place in my heart forever. Thank you, Jeremy, for being on this earth during my lifetime. You added more to my life and my hope than I can ever tell you. Paige, my deepest and sincere sympathy. Leeda
Dana Jaffe Lampenfield
February 25, 2004
Dear Paige:
I wanted you to know how sorry I am to hear the news about your husband.
I am thinking of you, and wishing you strength to get through this time.
Love,
Dana Jaffe
Carol Pash
February 25, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know Jeremy personally, I know many who did. I have heard so many good things about him. He was on our prayer list at church and now is with his eternal Father. You have my sympathy.
Beth Berkeley
February 25, 2004
Mrs Steele,
I am so sorry to hear of Jeremy's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Kathy Cameron
February 25, 2004
You all are in my prayers as you celebrate Jeremy's life and mourn his passing. His obituary has amazed my coworkers--he accomplished so much in 30 years of life! Love, Kathy
Alise McCoy Wright
February 25, 2004
Terry & Stacey and family~
I am so sorry to hear about Jeremy's passing. I'm glad to know that he was surrounded with love in his final days. You are in our prayers during this time.
Be blessed.
Linda Cross-Hagar
February 25, 2004
Dear Terry and Stacey,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Jeremy, at such a young age. It came as a shock to me, but now I know why you have been on my mind so much lately. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God wrap His arms around you and grant you His peace.
Sincerely,
Linda (formerly Walters)
Deanna Schultz
February 25, 2004
Mr. & Mrs. Steele,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss and I wanted to let you know that you are both in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless
Kelly Leggens
February 25, 2004
Dear Terry and Stacey-
My heartfelt sympathies go to you and your family in this time. My prayers are with you.
Peace and love.....
Kelly Woitas Leggens
Lydia Daniels
February 25, 2004
I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Jeremy was part of our community here in the department of Biological Sciences for only a short time, but he will be much missed.
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