Floyd Steele, 77 of Shadyside, Ohio went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday October 10, 2020.
He was born July 19, 1943 a son of the late Floyd and Dorothy (Lyons) Steele in Martins Ferry, Ohio.
Floyd worked for Ormet as a pot service man and was a Methodist by faith.
He was a member of the Lincoln Avenue United Methodist Church in Shadyside, Ohio.
He also served as an assistant scout master and coached little league.
He never missed one of his grandkids events.
He loved to fish and was an avid sports fan.
He especially loved the Pittsburgh, Pirates, The Ohio State Buckeyes and The Steelers.
Floyd was preceded in death by his parents, a sister-in-law, Kathryn Steele, a brother-in-law Keith Wisor, his niece Robin Rich and a Great Nephew Cody Brooks.
He is survived by his loving wife, Melody (Wells) Steele and his children, Jon (Stacie) Steele of Bellefontaine, OH and Tom (Amy) Steele of Bellaire, OH, a brother Ray Steele of Shadyside, OH, and sister Jean Wiser of Powhatan Point, OH.
In addition he is survived by his grandchildren, Bethany (Jon) Perkins, Jordan (Jenna) Steele, Brett (Skar) Bennington, Nathan (Sydney) Steele, Eric Bennington and Gillian Steele.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday October 13, 2020 at 2 pm at Holly Memorial Gardens in Pleasant Grove, Ohio with Rev. Seth Filburn officiating.
Military services will be held by the Belmont County Veterans Association.
Arrangements by the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory 3900 Central Ave, Shadyside, Ohio 43947.
Memorial contributions will benefit the Humane Society of Belmont County or your favorite charity.
Share your thoughts and memories of Floyd with the family at www.bauknechtaltmeyer.com
My heart goes out to you, Melody, I remember the good times we had at each other’s house. You & the boys have my heartfelt sympathy. I’m still having a hard time getting over Jim.
Mrs Steele, Jon and Tom-
So sorry for your loss. Lots a great memories of Mr Steele over the years. Going to Pirate games, him bringing up buckeyes for us when we were at OSU, fixing our refrigerator door, going down to the Ormet picnic…..
Floyd went to Bellaire High when I was there. He was such a good person and a good football player. We sat with Floyd at all the home Bellaire Big Red games and it was such a good time hearing him talk about his family. My condolences to the entire family….RIP Floyd
Melody and sons, so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family
Jon, Tom, I’m very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. He and your mom were always so kind and welcoming to me. May the good Lord comfort you in your time of sorrow.
So sorry to hear of floyds passing…he always had a smile on his face.have really missed seeing him these past few months.prayers for his family
Melody, sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Floyd Steele, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….
US Veteran, Floyd Steele, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Melody and family…..
So very sorry to learn of Floyd’s passing, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold tight to your many wonderful memories my dear friend.