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Robert Steele Obituary
Passed away peacefully on September 18, 2003 at the age of 70 years. Survived by his wife of 26 wonderful years, 6 children, 7 grandchildren and numerous friends. He was president of the Pacific Outrigger Canoe Assn., International representative for Northern CA and race representative for Hui O Hawaii of Sacramento. Having touched the lives of so many, "Uncle Bob" will be greatly missed. All are welcome for visitation on Friday, September 26, 2003 from 5:00-8:00 PM, and are invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, September, 27, 2003 at 2:00 PM, both at MOUNT VERNON MORTUARY, 8201 Greenback Ln, Fair Oaks, CA 95628.
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Jim Kahue
September 27, 2003
Dear Marilyn and the Steele Family!
Au'we for your loss!
Your loss is our loss because Bob was so involved and active in our Hawaiian and Polynesian culture and community.
He adopted and promoted so many of our values, our history, our diverse communities, our music and outrigger canoeing. Bob was very involved and supportive of our Polynesian cultures; Maori, Hawaiian, Tahitian, Tongan, etc.
He was a quiet man who always walked the talk. He let his actions speak for himself and define who he was, what he wanted to be and most of all he always demonstrated his love and passion for his family, friends and community.
My only regret is that I never saw or talked to him again after I left Sacramento in 1993. I hope that when God takes me that I will have a chance to talk story with a friend and warrior,like Bob. Bob fought and lived for what he believed in in ways that I truly respected.
He will be remembered and missed by all who ever had a chance to know him and the things he accomplished.
Aloha 'oe!
Jim Kahue & Family
Sherry Liberty(Kahue)
September 26, 2003
I was saddened to read about Bob's passing. When I was part of your community he was always so generous to me and my Kahue family. My life was enriched knowing him for that short time. Blessings and Love to your entire family.
Ronnie, Marc & boys Belasco
September 26, 2003
Our dearest Aunty Marilyn, Laura, Pumehana, Hina and Ohana-
We were so privileged to have been touched by Uncle Bob's princely, exemplary, and gracious manner of life. He was an inspiration to anyone who met him and we are deeply saddened by his passing. We will always cherish our time with Uncle Bob in Fiji and New Zealand! Our deepest condolences and sympathy to all of you-
With Aloha Pumehana,
Ronnie, Marcos, Koni & Alika
Debby Lippolis
September 25, 2003
Laura: I didn't know your father but what a wonderful man he must have been to enable so many people to engage in the sport of outrigger canoe paddling and to encourage so many to share in his love of the sport and its rich traditions. It has changed my life and I have him to thank for offering me the opportunity. I am very sorry for your loss and my prayers will be with you and your family. Debby
Debbie Green
September 25, 2003
My heart just aches, I will miss Bob so much.My sympathy to all of his family.
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