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ALLEN STEELE Obituary
ALLEN GORDON
Age 53, of Arkwright, NY and Pittsburgh, PA. Son of the late Dr. Paul B. and Ann G. Steele, Jr. Survived by his loving sister, Allison Lang (Ed) of Kiawah Island, SC; and brother, Paul Steele (Patti) of Alamo, CA; Gordon is also survived by his adored nieces, Courtney and Maddie Lang, and Betsy Steele; and nephew, Max Steele; Gordon leaves behind his beloved dog, Morris Titanic; and many loving friends throughout the country. Gordon graduated from Kenyon College in 1983, received a master's of arts and liberal studies from Dartmouth College, and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. Gordon was a former president of the U.S. Jesters, and for the past six years was a trustee of the Elks (BPOE). He served as the scholarship liaison for the Elks National Foundation. An award winning teacher and athlete, Gordon will be long remembered for his infectious smile and laughter, larger than life personality and kindness to everyone he met. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gordon's memory may be made to Kenyon College, Alumni and Parent Programs, Gambier Ohio, or the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation, 212 West Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk, NY 14048. A Memorial Service celebrating Gordon's life will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 4729 Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
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Daniel F.
April 7, 2020
I knew him well I also was close with his Mom and Dad Deeply saddened I am
Tim Slager
April 7, 2015
I met Gordon freshman year at Kenyon College and was struck by how he always took the time to engage with me and others. This is a simple thing, but rare and inspiring for me to this day. God bless Gordon.
April 5, 2015
Hey Gordo,
You crossed my thoughts this morning, as you often do.
Miss you bebe.
March 27, 2015
Miss you Gordo
was thinking of you this am.
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Stephen O'Brien
March 13, 2015
I lived across the hall from Gordon my freshman year at Kenyon. He was a great person, full of humor and always friendly: a true prince.
Shelly Dillenburg
November 8, 2014
I cleaned for Gordon's parents in Woodlands for many years. I always enjoyed myself and playing pranks on Gordon. He tried to pull one on me a couple of times, just could not out do me. Once I bought a fake mouse and put it in his bed way at the bottom and he told me the next time I saw him I pulled a good one, guess it really scared him. I also pranked him in wal-mart once and he never knew it. When he wasn't looking I put some feminine hygiene and ladies panties in his cart, watched him check out and laughed because he didn't even notice. Rest in Peace my friend I will miss you.
November 6, 2014
I am so sorry - I took care of Gordon's dad. Paul, through the last few months of his life and shared a week with them in Dunkirk. Gordon was a faithful son. Cathy
Gordon Anderson
October 31, 2014
Gordon will truly be missed by his squash friends across the country.He enjoyed traveling to many tournaments as well as hosting tournaments in Pittsburgh such as the Knox Cup between Buffalo, Cleveland and Pittsburgh.He always looked up to his friend and squash mentor Treddy Ketchum and thus became President of the U.S.Jesters Club.I am going to truly miss our bi monthly telephone conversations about all the interesting characters i the squash game.May he rest in peace and live next door to Treddy.
margaret Jensen
October 22, 2014
I met Gordon 10 years ago, Great guy , he will be missed. Gordon was fun to talk to and here about his trips , Elsie and Morris ,his dogs were awesome,Elsie was a sweet heart. RIP Gordon, my heart goes out to the family
October 19, 2014
Gordon was our next door neighbor on Woodlands for 12 years. His smile would brighten anyone's day. Many happy memories of when we had my nieces Sara & Brittany out for a sleepover along with Courtney and Madeline....Gordon would bring over candy bags from Andy's for the kids. A great water and dog lover. We have Gordon to thank for pushing us in getting Chesapeake Bay Retriever over a Spaniel. Always took interest in what we had to say EXCEPT when my husband Bill talked about Racquet Ball. Nothing compared to Squash!!! Allison, Paul, Courtney and Madeline....we are so sorry for your loss. Keep your memories alive....Jane & Bill Ploetz
Jay, Barb, and Family Warren
October 19, 2014
We will truly miss Gordon at Woodlands in Dunkirk. In fact Woodlands will never be the same. Gordon was a great friend and neighbor. He always shared a smile when we met. He would inquire about my well being and that of my family and the other neighbors
Thank you Gordon for the many laughs and wonderful times throughout the years.
October 18, 2014
As one of his many friends in the Dunkirk and Fredonia area I can say for sure that he will be missed by his "family" here. Gordon and I shared many laughs together at Bob Boorady's little store in Van Buren on Lake Erie. Great memories that will last forever.
Andrew Pollok.
Meg Short
October 17, 2014
Gordon's reputation as a loyal friend with a quick wit and ready smile preceded my meeting him. I remember meeting him in his early adult life and his genuine love of a life filled with good friends, good times and a good backhand were evident immediately i remember admiring his choice to go into independent school teaching I spent nearly 20 years in the field - none of them easy but fulfilling as a single professional also always with a dog - and a good way to have an extended gily and community I lost touch in recent years but have always thought kindly and well of him. My heart goes out to his family, friends and colleagues over the years.
Margo Marsh
October 17, 2014
I am so sorry to hear the news of this loss. May the Steele family be comforted with all the prayers of those whose lives he touched. My prayers are with you ALL!
Melinda Beard
October 16, 2014
When Gordon was a little boy, I thought, "What a shame that beauty has to go through an awkward age," but it never did. Gordon was always beautiful: within and without. Despite what anyone can say about what he could have done with his life or what he should have done with his life, the fact remains that he did what most of us could never do: he never said a bad word about anyone. Every week, the voice on my phone would begin with..."Wait til you hear this..." and the enthusiasm would continue for nigh onto a hour. His "ups" he shared with us; his "downs" he hid within himself. He is yet another Steele I will miss forever.
Mary Carol Horvath
October 16, 2014
Allison & Paul,
As the medical receptionist for your father for 21 years, I wish to extend to you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your brother, Gordon.
In the past 5 years, I lost both my brother and my son.
Treasure all the wonderful memories and always believe that you will some day all be re-united once again.
Elizabeth germain
October 15, 2014
I have so many wonderful memories of fun times. Gordon was one of the kindest, genuine, loving people I knew. He always had a smile on his face. I send my heartfelt condolences to his family. God Bless.
Kendall Kraft Conners
October 15, 2014
I don't think I ever saw you without a smile on your face! Everyone gravitated to you because you were funny, fun to be with and kind. And your "laugh backs" were the best! I will miss you.
A Gordon Steele
October 15, 2014
Gordon and I went to Outward Bound together on Burnt Island, in Maine in 1978. We had been good friends ever since. Gordon came to Kenyon after he had listened to me tell him for the 1978-1979 year what a great place it was. We were close friends during our Kenyon years although he was very busy with lots of hilarious antics with his fraternnity brothers. I moved to Oregon in 1981 to finish a BFA and MFA in Photography at the University of Oregon.Through the years we always kept in touch.Gordon was in my wedding in 1987. More recently he is my son, Alexander's, Godfather.
Gordon always had a positive outlook.He loved practical jokes - had a great sense of humor.He was a great teacher and coach. He was an accomplished squash player and loved the Jesters. As a dog lover he was a big Chesapeake Bay Retriever fan and had at least one of this breed his whole adult life; Morris Titanic being his current canine companion. He loved "the lake" and had for all intersive purposes had made Dunkirk his home.
He was a caring and thoughtful friend.We shared a lot of good laughs. There is nothing like close friends you have known for so many decades.I will miss him dearly.
Susie Morrill
Eugene, OR
Sure have a lot of memories playing against you at various PGC tennis tourneys you were always a great opponent and better friend, Thanks Gordon
peter kyne jr
October 15, 2014
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