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Albert Steele Obituary

STEELE Albert RayVaughn Steele, "Ray-Ray" 21, went home to be with the Lord July 27, 2012. He was born July 31, 1990 in Columbus OH to Albert and Joanne Steele. Preceded in death by his father and step-father Nelson McGinnis. He leaves to cherish his memories mother, Joanne Evans-Steele; sisters, Latrisha Evans, Erica, Valerie and Jeanetta Steele, Phatima Brock; brothers, David Evans, and Mikey Steele; 13 nieces and 11 nephews; three aunts and eight uncles; special friend, Nicara Thomas; a host of other relatives and friends. Family to receive friends 11 a.m. until time of service 12Noon Monday, August 6, 2012 at Smyrna Baptist Church, 1650 Wilson Ave. Bishop Fred L. Marshall, pastor. Interment to follow. Arrangements entrusted to J MARTIN-SMITH MORTUARY, 447-9383.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2012.

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Charnessa Colson

May 14, 2013

hi brother i miss you so much still cant belive your gone ..... smh.. i wish u were here to bring a smile to my face as you always did , your very loved .i will never forget your kind words and all the happiness you brought upon me thank you for being the best friend you once were i love you rayray and i will see you again love u ...
love your lil sis char.....

Auntie

April 2, 2013

I sure do miss Lemon Lips!! I needed you the other day and I know you would have been there. I'll see you in Heaven.

Anita Herring

March 31, 2013

Hey bro,
I miss you so much....you were my everything and I am still hurt that you are gone bro. I love you and R.I.P bro Keep watching over me.

October 18, 2012

Well, I must say that we all love and miss you so very much. God has taken you from labor to reward and it is a Blessing to not have to be here in this mean old wicked world anymore. Your Mom and the rest of the family are all holding on to the memories of your pleasant smile and the love of your warm heart. We don't rest easy about the way you were taken from us, but only God knows and will take care of these things. You were our baby boy, baby brother, baby nephew, and baby 1st cousin.....Just Baby Ray-Ray period. We know that the Lord giveth and that He taketh away so therefore we just wait in the wings to be able to see you again. Love and miss you always,
Aunt Lois &
The rest of the Walker Family

Devona Williams-Evans

September 27, 2012

Today is 2 months you've been gone. This is still so hard Ray Ray. I miss your laugh and your smile. Just everything about u. Im trying to be strong although I cry often. I wish so much that you were here. I love you Lil Bro.

Devona Williams-Evans

September 4, 2012

Ray Ray...its been so hard. We miss u like crazy. Still just feels like u not at moms for the night and you'll be back tmrw. So often we watch the bus ride by and hope that u come walking up. We love and miss u. This is only a temporary seperation. See u when we get home Lil Bro.

Amanda Poeples

September 3, 2012

Every time I think of you I get chills, You were taken from us way too soon. I just want you to know I love you,and I am going too miss the stuffing out of you.. Love your big sis Maymay Fuzz lol...:)

BROOKLYN MCCARDELL

August 14, 2012

HEY BABE, IM SORRY I WASNT THERE..... ITS CRAZY THAT I TALKED TO YOU A COUPLE DAYS BEFORE AND YOU TOLD ME YOU LOVED ME . I REMEMBER ME ALWAYS TELLING YOU YO BE CAREFUL AND NO MATTER WHAT TO BE SURE YOU CALLED ME IF SOMETHING WAS TO HAPPEN TO YOU BUT I GUESS YOU AIN'T GET THAT CHANCE. I'VE CALLED YO PHONE A COUPLE TIMES KNOWING YO VOICEMAIL WOULD POP UP.... LETS SAY THAT'S MY WAY OF HEARING YO VOICE AGAIN. I SHED SOME TEARS BUT HAVENT REALLY CRIED YET CAUSE I CANT BELIEVE THIS.... LIKE I STILL THINK ONE DAY IMMA GET A CALL FROM YOU TEXT OR SOMETHING.... BUT I PRAY THAT YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE AND YOUR RESTING IN PEACE. WATCH OVER ME AS I GO THRU THIS CHANGE..... I LOVE YOU AND I WISH WE COULD OF SPOKE ONE MORE TIME!!!

Virlee Anderson

August 10, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jessie Brown

August 9, 2012

I remeber growing up with you it was me, you, and mathew we was always @ aunties fletters house and we had a ball then years went by and they last time I seen you we was @ the pool and I called your name and you look at me and smile and gave me a hug I look at you and said you still look like lil rayvaughn same face and smile all I can do and thank god for given me a chance to see you again and I will never say last because I will see you again so untill we meet again I love you and R.I.P

LaShawna Williams-Lindsay

August 8, 2012

Hey bub , i talked to chris today and wanted to cry all over again ! :( i miss you like crazy ! rip love yuh always bub
shay

King Family

August 8, 2012

Joanna,

We are saddened by the loss of Ray Ray. Parents should never have to plan a funeral for their children. Look to the Lord for comfort as the devil is busy and wants to challenge your faith. Our prayers are with you all.
God Bless,
The King Family-
Minnette, Linda, Vikki, Derek, Stephanie, Bridget and January.

Dyland Longs

August 7, 2012

Joanne, my heart goes out to you and your family at this time of mourning. R.I.P Rayvaughn

Dyland & Jerilyn Longs

Micah Smith

August 6, 2012

Hey Ray....just seeing you laying peacefully in your casket made it hard to believe.Knowing you since we were little kids,and sharing the love with our nephew Tyrese hurts me to say goodbye.You will be truely missed and I know out of anyone,your mother is going to need all the love she can because you were her baby!Watch over us because with or without you hear,your an angel with a good heart.I love you sweetie and until we meet again RIP!Muahz!

Melissa Jacobs

August 6, 2012

Joanne I am truly sorry to hear of your family's loss. I will pray for continued comfort and peace from our Lord Jesus Christ. Love you.

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Dorothy Longs

August 6, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Reshana Ray Babi Lee

August 6, 2012

I dont know what to say me and you was like brother and sister always made fun of eachother Im miss seeing you at the pool, miss seeing downtown just miss everything. You were taking too soon but we love you and miss you Ray Ray see you soon fly high big cousin

Rose Dickerson

August 6, 2012

I love u Rayvaughn u will b truely missed,the heavens are so blessed to get a angels as sweet as you.

tierra

August 6, 2012

Still can't believe this it was a blessing to know you gonna miss u clowing all the time my prayers are with your famliy

Laverna Henderson

August 6, 2012

So sorry Jo-Ann and family. I pray peace for you and your family.

Maricka Phillips

August 5, 2012

Hey it has been a long time since I saw u just when we get bacl in tuch god takes u but like pI always say it is 4 a reason and we will never know what that reason is I love u and always will put do my one thing save a set 4 me and have fun but not 2 much until I get there

Mercedez McMorris

August 5, 2012

I love and miss you so much! Wish I could talk to you one more time... Wish we could just clown one more time!!! It's tough; but save me a seat next to you!!!

Devona Williams-Evans

August 5, 2012

Rayvaughn we love and miss you so much lil bro!!!!

sylvia harrington

August 5, 2012

my heart goes out to the family. you will always be in my prayers

brooke Jackson

August 5, 2012

I'm so happy u in a better place but so sad I can't see ur face love u Lil Bro R.I.H

Joshae Davis

August 5, 2012

I'm so lost for words. I know we haven't talked in a while but I want you to know that you will always have a special place in my heart. I will always love you and miss you.

Joshae Davis

August 5, 2012

I love you Ray and always will !!

Yvette Spikes (Winston) & Family

August 5, 2012

Joanne,Bopp,Shug And Family I'm So Sorry For Your Loss I Know There's No Words That Can Ease Your PAIN! You Are Never Alone RayVaughn Will ALWAYS FOREVER Be With You Because He Lives In Your Hearts!!I Know A Man Named KING JESUS He Will Never Leave You Nor Forsake You Lean And Depend On Him He Will See And Bring You Through!! You All Are In My Thoughts And PRAYERS!!

Fletter Lee-McBroom

August 4, 2012

How do I say goodbye to my sweetheart...Just like we pick the most beautiful, sweetest smelling flower from the garden with no thought to how the other flowers will miss it being in that spot, so God pick you, the most beautiful, sweetest flower from the garden that is us to place in his bouquet...I will always love and miss you, Vaugh-ey. It will never be over...I thank God for the special and wonderful memories...

Aiyanna Arrick

August 4, 2012

words cant describe how muchi miss you ray ray chris you stevee and i had had some of the best memories together and im glad they happend with you. youve touched many people and that goes to say how much of a great person you are ray ray. im glad its going tostorm tonight that can give all some peace siince that shows your in a better place. love you ray ray

Kathy conrad

August 4, 2012

RayRay, we got off on the wrong foot a few yrs back but the last few months whenever you came around you made me smile. Your laughter was contagious, your heart sincere and friendship was priceless. I am so happy that my daughter had such a good friend in you. We will miss you.

Tamecca Mickey Yarbrough

August 4, 2012

No words can express my love for you I missing u so much JESUS got our biscuits now lol and u left here giving us great memories of u the sweetheart kind of Guy that never said nothing bad bout no one. I love u Lil cousin always and forever ur spirit is here forever. :))))

unicka james

August 4, 2012

Me and Davion are going to miss you tears I love you

Dawne (Shae) Wright

August 4, 2012

Rayvaughn what do I say I love you i wish you were still here you are always gonna be in my heart and memories. You were a great cousin, friend, young man, brother, just everything.

Nicole Miller

August 4, 2012

It was a pleasure watching RayVaughn grow up across the street from me on Towers. He was so energetic & loved his daggone bike! The good die young & he is gone too soon!! At a time like this, we have to lean on our faith & remember God is in control & always has a bigger plan for us all!! Stay strong fam and my thoughts & prayers are with you all! Luv ya!

NEECEE W..

August 4, 2012

RIP RAY-VAUGHN .. YOU WERE ONE OF THE SWEETEST BABY COUSINS TO HAVE .. LOVE AND MISS YOU !!!

Devona Williams-Evans

August 3, 2012

RayRay...I love you and miss you so much already. We are trying to be strong lil bro. I have only great memories of you. Gone way to soon. I was gone be the best sister-in-law ever. Watch...you'll see. Everyone misses you Ray. Love you and see you when I get home babyboy!

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