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1942
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2012
Robert STEELE Obituary
Robert Charles loving and Devoted husband of Diane Steele, beloved father of Marie O' Nan (Charles), Matt Steele(Hui Ai) and Joan Garrett(Steve); dear grandfather of Oliver, Julia and Sarah; dear brother of Carol and Nancy Steele;fond brother-in-law of Judy Deiters, passed away Sept. 23 at age 69. Friends may call Sat. Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. at St. Leo R.C.C. 2573 St. Leo Place. Repast will begin approximately 2:00 p.m. at Evendale Recreation Center, 10500 Reading Road. Internment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements made by Thompson, Hall and Jordan Funeral Home. thompsonhalljordan.com
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for Robert STEELE
October 5, 2012
Dearest Diane, Matt, Marie, Joan, and spouses,
Just received your letter, Diane, and I can't tell you how deeply saddened I am. Bob was a great light in your lives and the love you all have for him is so palpable in your eulogy, Matt. I remember Bob as a man of enthusiasm, compassion, and hospitality. Serious or funny, it was great to be around him, going back almost 40 years ago.
You are all held in my heart and prayers as you grieve, and I join you in the great chorus of thanksgiving for his holy life.
Nancy Bujnowski, Chicago
Dennis Berry, S.T.
October 1, 2012
Dear Diane and all the beautiful family of Bob, grace and peace! I just wanted to take this more public way to give testimony about the great man of God, Bob, whom I have come to know, love and respect so very, very much in these last years since we have reconnected. Today is the feast of St. Therese of the Child Jesus who taught the "little way": doing countless acts of love, goodness, kindness and faithfulness with a quite, holy grace. In my experience of Bob and Diane, it is hard to imagine a more fitting way to understand and see their holy and precious lives together and individually. A man and woman of God whose lives reflected and made real day by day that same divine, holy Presence. Thank you, Bob, for the precious, holy, loving testimony of your life. You will be sorely missed on this side of heaven, but I rejoice with you that you might enjoy forever that Light and Life which you and Diane already shared in so abundantly on this side of the veil. Peace and blessings, my brother! Thank you for the gift of your life! Fr. Dennis, ST
Russ McMahon
September 30, 2012
Jenny and I are so sorry to about your loss. We both enjoyed talking with Bob and hearing about your adventures.
September 30, 2012
We remember BOB from thedays he was at Monroe,and used to come visit our house, when lots of the other students did. In fact,he was,I think, one of Palmer's tutors when Palmer broke his thigh and had FJMS STUDENTS TO GIVE HIM HOME CLASSES.
BOB WAS SO FRIENDLY,AND LIKEABLE,,AND SO VERY POLITE. WE SHALL KEEP HIM, AND HIS FAMILY, IN OUR PRAYERS. JEAN CAMM.
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Edward Iwanski
September 30, 2012
I have fond memories of Bob from FJMS in Monroe, VA. There is not a negative thought that comes to my head when I remember him. He is missed. May he rest in peace. He left too early.
Jim Murphy
September 29, 2012
Dear Diane,
I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I remember Bob so fondly. I remember his kindness and friendliness. I never heard a harsh or unkind word from him. He will truly be missed. May God bless and hold you and yours in his hands. With love and prayer, Jim Murphy (Trinitarian Alumni)
Andrea Goh
September 29, 2012
Dear Diane,
We are saddened to hear of your sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time
David Ripperton
September 29, 2012
Bob was a wonderful person-full of life and happiness. In his next destination, the team there will have a wonderfully wacky clean up hitter. We love and miss you Bob.
September 29, 2012
Diane, I am so sad to learn of your sudden loss. I will always remember Bob for his easy and crazy laugh, and his gushing, childlike joy and enthusiam for everything. Thank you for inspiring and organizing the 2004 Trinitarian alumni gathering in Holy Trinity--we now have a vibrant email group and true alumni community as a result. Thank you for putting up me an Robbie and Kayo Sato of Japan when we were unexpectedly "homeless" in Cincinnati on a dark and raining evening after seeing Treasures of the Vatican. You were magnificent hosts, even sending Bob out to buy the right crackers to go with wonderful homemade soup. While you and Kayo talked on and on about Southeast Asia, Bob and I talked seminary, and later Bob showed me the most remarkable and moving story he wrote about his dad (which belongs in an anthology), and the most amazing story about his early education (which should be required reading for EVERY teacher and student)--they were that good! Bob will be sorely missed, but his spirit will always be with us because, in truth, LOVE FREELY GIVEN HAS NO BEGINNING AND NO END.
Dan Pfaff, Warren, Michigan
Erika Anderson
September 28, 2012
Oh Diane, I just saw this and I am in complete shock and tears to know of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Carol Schroeder
September 28, 2012
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Bob's passing. He was a kind person who loved life and his family. My deepest condolences to his family. You are all in my prayers.
Yew Thong Tan
September 28, 2012
Diane, Maria, Matt and all at home:
It was a shock and we are saddened to hear of this bad news.
Our deepest condolence to all of you and may he rest in Peace!
We will remember him in our next prayers!
Love
Sock and YT
Goy Peng Khoon
September 28, 2012
Absolutely shocked for such a young man, my condolence to Diane and family
Candy Hotlzman
September 27, 2012
My thoughts are with you and Marie, Matt, & Joan, Diane. With much love, Candy
September 27, 2012
Our thoughts are with you all during this sad time .
Arthur Neoh 5D
Amy Ash
September 27, 2012
Diane and family,
We here at the Evendale Fitness center are so saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Bob. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
The Evendale Fitness Center staff and members
Sin Lok Ng
September 27, 2012
My deepest sympathy and condolence.
September 27, 2012
Hi Diane
I am indeed shocked to learn of the passing of Robert. Although i have not met him, I know that he is a lovable person and he is loved by all of you. May I offer you and your family our deepest condolences.
King On, Dorothy & family in Sydney, NSW, Australia
Marguerite Bourgeois
September 26, 2012
Dear Diane, Marie, Matt and Joan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I wrote a few words below as an expression of gratitdue to your husband and father.
Much love,
Marguerite
Bob, I will not forget your spirit filled with deep passion and gratitude for life
Recounting early dates and your undying love for Diane,
Your kindness and generosity to friends you knew were alone,
Sharing stories and books on spirituality and of course Thomas Merton-
Like ‘Babette's Feast' on special occasions you carefully prepared meals
Complete with corn meal mush, jerk rubbed salmon, beef stew,
Sweet potatoes, your famous fratata and of course 2 buck chuck,
Along with Diane's hot milk cakes as
An outpouring of appreciation
Elevating us physically and spiritually,
A mystical redemption of the human spirit,
Always followed by something fun like the Blues Brothers or Buena Vista Social Club.
Your inclusive and humble nature, your joy,
Your clear insight on life and deep love of God ,
It was a great privileged to have known you as a friend, Bob.
Your inspiration will continue to live on in those of us who have been touched by your kindness and generosity.
May God keep you in the palm of his hand - until we meet again.
Mark and Cindy Garrett
September 26, 2012
Joan,we loved your father he was a great person. We know he will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Philomina McCauley
September 26, 2012
My dear Dianne and Marie,
I was shocked to the learn the loss of Bob. My sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
September 26, 2012
Dear Diane and Family,
Stephen and I am so sorry to hear about Bob. We will miss him so much at our family get togethers. If there is anything that we can do, please let us know.
Love,
Stephen and Devra Steele and Family
George Kim
September 26, 2012
I wish I could be there. All my love.
anna kekesi-kim
September 26, 2012
I am at a loss for words. We will all miss him so much, his humor, wit, joy and his laugh.
Camille Robb
September 26, 2012
Dear Marie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad,for your mom a loss of a spouse and your daughter a grandfather. I am praying for you and your family in this difficult time. Once again so sorry for your loss.
September 26, 2012
Dear Marie and family,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. let me know if you need anything!
September 25, 2012
Dear Dianne and family was so sorry to hear about Bob; I remember at Dad's funeral in April
His voice "resonated" St Clements Church--I told him we were so glad he was there to add strength
To the music. He was so kind to Mom and Dad
A caring compassionate gentleman Thinking of all of you at this time Paula and Gene Daves
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