Roy Steeley Obituary
A Memorial Service will be held at 1 PM on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at Covenant Church, 7485 Shepherdstown Pike, Shepherdstown, WV. Arrangements by Eackles-Spencer & Norton Funeral Home, Charles Town. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of the Panhandle, 122 Waverly Court, Martinsburg, WV, 25403. Condolences to the family may be expressed at his obituary at
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Robin Clement
September 11, 2013
In memory of Roy's first wife, Dolores Steeley (nee Funkhouser)and Roy and Dolores' children, Lee and Dolores - a cousin of Dolores.
Mike Petrie
March 29, 2013
Roy was an inspiration to me in the way he conducted his life and his way of doing business.
I am grateful for the time I worked for him. My blessings and prayers for comfort for his family
March 29, 2013
Mr. and Mrs. Steeley were the first ones to help in my quest to renovate the Animal Welfare Society's Shelter. His love of animals was just another aspect of the tender part of him. It was a pleasure knowning him.
Anne Marie Kohlhepp
Cinde Sharpe
March 28, 2013
I had the most respect for Mr. Steeley and his family. He is truly an Icon to me:) I worked at Royal Vendors & AMS. Seeing him at AMS still coming to work everyday at his age just simply amazed me. The biggest privledge was being able to shake his hand because he still came out and seen his employees. I am saddened by the loss but he is in a much better place now. Prayers and condolences to the entire family.
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Steve Pritt
March 27, 2013
My sympathy to all Family of Mr. Roy Steeley...It was an honor to work for him at Royal Vendors and AMS. He will be missed, but always remembered.
Alan & Leslie Cooper
March 26, 2013
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time of loss! He will be missed by the many people who's lives he touched!
He was a consummate businessman and truly loved and enjoyed ever aspect of it!
Bryan Staubs
March 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Roy was a great person. I can still remember him in his Keystone Cop outfit at Halloween going through the Dixie Narco factory in Ranson. May the many memories fill your hearts at this time.
Alice Ensogna
March 26, 2013
Dear Gwen,
The loss of such an endearing gentle soul like Roy is felt by all of us who knew him. His love for you was evident in every encounter the three of us have had over the many years. It was my great pleasure to know him through you. He was truly one of the kindest men I have ever known. My family extends deepest and sincerest sympathies to you and his family.
March 25, 2013
Gwen: I was saddened to read about Roy's passing. In my many encounters with him in a doctor-patient relationship as well as on other occasions, he was always the ultimate gentleman, kind, generous, grateful, respectful with keen intellectual curiousity. My prayers are with you. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Jerry Bechamps, M.D.
Phillip Potter
March 23, 2013
We would like to express our sorrow from the passing, but also, celebrate the long and productive life of a remarkable man.
Micki Funkhouser
March 22, 2013
Sorry to hear of Mr. Steeley's passing. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that he lived a long and happy life. I worked at both Dixie Narco and Royal Vendors. I watched both companies grow to new heights under his leadership. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Ron Manne
March 21, 2013
My deepest sympahty to the family. Mr Steeley was the most positive man I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will be missed by many.
Robert Busick
March 21, 2013
Kevin, our deepest sympathy during this time of loss. Our prayers are with you. Annapolis MRC - Coca-Cola
Evelyn Wagoner (Ware)
March 21, 2013
Mr. Steeley was an icon. He will be missed.
His leadership and vision was instrumental in shaping the future of hundreds of people who worked for him directly and indirectly.
I had the privilege of working for him directly when he was President of Dixie-Narco. He taught me many valuable business skills that I still use today.
My sincere condolescences to the family.
A. Ingram
March 21, 2013
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
Joann Christian
March 20, 2013
Dear Kevin, Leslie and children,
Our thoughts and prayers remain with you.
Sincerely,
Joann and Strider Christian
Robert Simmons
March 20, 2013
we are sad to hear of Mr. Steeley passing I knew Mr. Steeley back at dixie narco & ams it was my honor to know him & work for him we feel your broken heart's
Scott Brown
March 20, 2013
sorry to hear of his passing...I can still see him walking thru Royal Vendors with his dog by his side
Mandie Kincaid
March 20, 2013
So sad to hear of Mr.Steeley's passing. Roy was a very honarable man and respected by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Mandie Kincaid
Shenandoah Fine Chocolates
March 20, 2013
We are so honored to have known Mr. Steeley. We are proud that he enjoyed giving our chocolates as gifts to many friends and family memebers. We all respected and loved him dearly. We will miss his insite and wry sense of humor. We know Tao truly cared for him and we are thankful he was able to bring him down here to visit with us. We so enjoyed spending time with him. May God Bless all those who brought him joy!
With love from all of us at Shenandoah Fine Chocolates!
LAWRENCIA MARTEY
March 20, 2013
MY HEART WAS BROKEN WHEN I HEARD THE PASSING OF MR. ROY STEELEY. MR. STEELEY WAS A VERY GREAT PERSON AND AM VERY PLEASED TO KNOW HIM AND HIS WIFE.MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO HIS WIFE AND FAMILY. YOU WILL BE MISSED MR STEELEY, MAY YOU REST IN THE PERFECT HANDS OF GOD STILL ME ALL MEET AGAIN.
Susan Wishon
March 20, 2013
I want to say that in the late 60s i was proud to work for Mr. Roy Steeley, a very fair and uplifting boss. He would come around the shop and see how you were doing , and if you had things that he could help with :-) Susan
Anne Brown
March 20, 2013
Mrs. Steeley, I am so very sorry for your loss- and WHAT A LOSS it is. He was truly bigger than life!! We truly loved and respected Mr. Steeley. What an incredible man. We know Tao must be devestated by his passing too. Thank you for giving him such joy over the years! Thank you to Tao for truly caring about him. We will miss Mr. Steeley and will continue to keep him in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely-Anne Brown and the entire Shenandoah Fine Chocolates staff
Veronica Hilliard
March 20, 2013
I wish to express my sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Steeley. He was a great man. I worked for him as a drafter at AMS years ago and he helped me with my trig. homework on my lunch hour sometimes. He was very sharp for his age. I was very sad to hear about his passing. My heart goes out to his family, friends and colleagues.
Anne Marie Kohlhepp
March 20, 2013
Mr Steeley had an affect on thousands of families in this area. His brillance in the industry crossed state lines and generations. I am the better for knowing him.
My prayers go out to the family.
Ann Oden
March 20, 2013
Kevin, Colleen, Brian and Adam....I am so sorry for your loss. He was quite a man, that's for sure. He lived a long and interesting life and for that, you can be thankful. It was an honor to have worked for him for many years. He will be missed by many.
March 19, 2013
THE BLANCHFIELD FAMILY WALTER, SADIE TAMMI. DR SCOTT STEELY, I WAS A PATIENT OF YOURS BACK IN 1968 I OFTEN THINK OF YOU. YOU WERE A WONDERFUL DOCTOR YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. BLESSINGS WALTER, SADIE AND TAMMI BLANCHFIELD. WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
Ronnie Crockett
March 19, 2013
Kevin and Brian and families,
Bev, Cierra, Chase, and I are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
The Crocketts
March 19, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. It was my pleasure to have worked for him (and Lee) when they were owners of Locust Hill Golf Course. Some of his happier days were spent on the greens!!! Our thoughts are with all the family.
Virginia Kincaid
March 19, 2013
Gary and Sherry Trussell, Charles Town WV
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