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Joanne Kick-Raack
March 18, 2008
Scott,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of your father.
Jake & Diane Mater
March 15, 2008
Dear Gloria, Scott and Kathie,
Your loss is one that all of us feel. I am greatful for the time we were able to spend recently and will forever remember Jimmy Bill as it was then. He was a gentleman amoung men and we are are better because of his influence on us. I know he is already involved with something for our betterment.
Love, Jake & Diane
Thomas Lewis
March 15, 2008
Dear Steckel family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss. I first meet Jim when he served as my table leader of the mens 98th Cum Cristro. Jim impacted my life in many different ways. He was a great memtor. We also served together on several Karios weekends.
Peace be with you.
Tom Lewis (Florida)
Bill Spitz
March 14, 2008
It is our destiny that one day we stand in Profound Sorrow, bowing our head in Humility before the Mystery of Death.
My wife Joan joins me in extending our deepest sympathy to Gloria and the rest of the family on the loss of a wonderful Husband, Father, Roll Model, Jim Steckel.
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Roger Geiger
March 14, 2008
To The Steckel Family,
As the Executive Director for NFIB/Ohio, I have known Jim for almost 20 years. He was one of the original Leadership Council members when I was first hired, and served as my Chairman for two terms.
In my humble opinion, Jim was a giant in the central Ohio business community, and through his unselfish involvement in so many organizations he has left a lasting legacy for the betterment of so many Ohioans.
Jim had many wonderful characteristics but the two that will always stand out in my mind are his genuine caring for others’ opinions. In any meeting or event he led, he always made sure that everyone’s opinions were heard and that every one had an equal voice at the table. Secondly, Jim never sought attention to himself. While Jim had a wonderful life story to tell with so many significant accomplishments, he was a deeply humble man.
Each day I will be able to say that Ohio and our Nation are better places because of a lifetime of effort and involvement by James W. Steckel. In my book, he was a true pillar in the small business community.
On a lighter note, I am going to miss those recycled manila envelops he would bring to the office filled with reading materials that Jim didn’t have the heart to throw away. As the technology age got ahead of Jim, I never had the heart to tell him that most of what he brought in for me to read had already been e-mailed to me or that I had read on-line!
Cherish the many fond memories and may God hold you in the palm of His hand during this time of loss.
Catherine Miller
March 14, 2008
To the Steckel Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Steckel was such a wonderful neighbor and we always enjoyed his Sigma Chi stories. We are sending our thoughts and prayers to you all!
From, Cece and Chris Miller (4500)
Jay Nixon
March 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life of a truly wonderful human being. He will be missed.
Mark Fowler
March 13, 2008
To the Seckel family, I send my sympathies. It was an honor to know and serve with Jim on the NFIB Guardian council for many years. God Bless!
Molly Huff
March 12, 2008
Uncle Jim,
Your name always fit you well, a 'gem' of a man!! I will always remember my visits to Ohio and spending time with you, Aunt Gloria, Scotty, and Kathie...you always greeted me with your big old bear hug, and your laughter I will never forget.
Thank you for all your insight on life, I love the chats we shared through out the years!
You were truly an amazing and gentle man. I could have never asked for a better uncle than you. I will miss you dearly, but I know you will remain with me in my heart, memories, and spiritually will always be around. I love you!!
Aunt Gloria, Scott, and Kathie; I will see you soon in the spring. Looking forward to spending time with you all. I love you all and my thoughts are with you doing this difficult time!!
Molly
Thomas Mercer
March 12, 2008
To the Steckel Family, Mary and I send our heartfelt sympathies. Jim was well loved by all that had the opportunity to know him, and all will miss him.
Tom and Mary Mercer
Steve Brown
March 12, 2008
Our family has known Jim for the past 10 years through our Board of Advisors. Jim was not only a wonderful business advisor, but a good and faithful friend. He will be missed by all. Our prayers are with the Steckel family. Steve Brown
Pen Neikirk
March 12, 2008
Dear Gloria and family,
Judy and I send our love from Florida and wish we could be with you in Columbus as you celebrate the life of your husband and father. Jim showed us all what it means to love God and neighbor. We rejoice that his suffering is at an end as he enters that new life that awaits God's faithful. Our prayers are with you as you both grieve and commend a great man into the hands of our loving Father.
Dan and Carol Morris
March 12, 2008
We're very sadden by the passing of a total gentleman and a strong contributor to the people of Columbus. Jim and I worked on the Better Business Bureau Board and daughter Kathie worked with me at Nationwide Communications Employement for Seniors.
Edie and Jim Kennedy
March 12, 2008
The Steckel Family: Edie and I are very sad to learn of Jim's death. He was a wonderful friend and neighbor, and we enjoyed working with him over the many years we were together. We shall miss him very much. Regrettably, we are out of town and will be unable to attend the funeral services. The very, very best to all of you. Sincerely, Edie and Jim Kennedy
Pat and Dennis Righter
March 12, 2008
Kathie and Greg (and Mrs Steckel and Scott and family)
Dennis and I are so very sorry for your loss, but as I told you earlier, take comfort in the fact that he is now at peace and amongst old friends with whom he can share new memories. He will always live in your hearts and I am sure he was grateful for all the care, love and support you gave him through his life especially in these last hard months.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Valley of Columbus, Scottish Rite Masons
March 12, 2008
From the Officers and members of the Valley of Columbus, Scottish Rite Masons, we offer our sincere condolences. Jim was a member of the Valley of Columbus for 56 years, and served our Valley in many capacities. He will be missed by all.
Susan Rabold
March 12, 2008
Dearest Gloria, Scott and Kathie and families,
You did not "lose" Jim because you all know where he is now - heaven welcomes Jim with open arms. We send our condolences from Florida and are devastated that we cannot be there for you Thursday and Friday. Jim was a "sweet" man whose smile was a ray of sunshine. He genuinely loved people and always made you feel special. He will be sorely missed in our midst.
May you feel God's peace that passeth human understanding. You are ALL in our prayers. In Jesus' Love, Ron and Susie
Scott Steckel
March 12, 2008
To my loving Father - I raise a toast to you and the wonderful life you lived. You have given us all so much and will be with is each day as we continue our own journey.
Max and Vivian Bolen
March 12, 2008
jim will be very much missed. he was a credit to the community of reynoldsburg.
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