Ethel Lillian Steele Neeleman

Ethel Lillian Steele Neeleman 1911 ~ 2005 Ethel Lillian Steele Neeleman, 94, passed away peacefully at home on July 24, 2005, surrounded by members of her family. "Grandma Ethel," as she was affectionately called by her grandchildren, was loved and respected by all who knew her. Ethel was born January 21, 1911 in Clover, Tooele County, Utah, the only daughter of Thomas George Steele and Hannah Rosamond Bush. As a teen, Ethel worked hard to help support her family and hard work became her legacy. She graduated from West High School in Salt Lake City. She married John Peter Neeleman, on September 5, 1930, in Salt Lake City. They were married for 60 years before "Johnny" passed away in 1990. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Together Ethel and John owned and operated many landmark restaurants and stores in Salt Lake City, including the Clock Caf‚, the J&J Caf‚, the Cardinal Billiards and Lounge, the Skylark Lounge and Caf‚, the Pine Cone Restaurants and Miniature Markets. Well into her golden years, Ethel could be found at the Pine Cone Restaurant in Sugarhouse making her famous cheesecake and other culinary delights. Ethel quietly and lovingly ministered to those in need. Her life was an inspiring example of selfless service. She is survived by her 4 children: Gary John Neeleman (Rose), Stanley Duane Neeleman (Sherri), Diana Miller, Thomas Robert Dale Neeleman (Kristi), 19 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, John Peter Neeleman, her parents, four brothers: Lynn, Alton, Stan and Max Steele, and two grandsons: William Steele Miller and Robert Hunt Neeleman. Services celebrating her life will be at 12 Noon on Friday, July 29, at the Whittier Ward, 1515 South 200 East. Friends may call on Thursday, July 28, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 South Highland Drive, and during the hour before the services at the ward. Mother, we will all miss you.