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Vernon L. Steele
August 4th, 1930 - June 26th, 2015
Vernon L. Steele passed away June 26, 2015 in Olympia, Washington. He was born August 4, 1930 to George W. and Elise M. (Phatzer) Steele in Fillmore, North Dakota. Vern served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1960, during the Korean War. He had an ENCO service station in the early ‘60s, moved to a shop at home through the ‘70s, and retired from the Thurston County Road Department. He was a member of the VFW and Eagles, and lived in Thurston County for 60 years. Vern loved hunting, fishing, crabbing and clamming on the canal, and sitting around campfires, drinking beer and telling stories. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Steele; sons, Larry Steele (Kathy) and Vern Steele Jr.; daughters, Janie (Gary Williams) and Cheryl (Tom Bamoni); eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother, Clayton Steele; and sister, Darlene “Sissy” Cline. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Harold and Ralph; and sisters, Dorthy, Delores and Glenna. Memorial donations may be made to the VFW at 2902 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA 98506. Please leave memories of Vern or condolences for his family in the Guestbook below.
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Funeral Alternatives of Washington - Tumwater
In Tumwater, Funeral Alternatives of Washington stands as a beacon of compassion and personalization in funeral services, offering the community thoughtful and customized arrangements that honor the memory of their loved ones. We pride ourselves on providing services that reflect the individuality of each person we commemorate, ensuring that every aspect of the funeral or cremation planning is aligned with the family's wishes and budget. Our dedicated team in Tumwater takes the time to understand your preferences, assisting with everything from catering coordination to creating personalized memorial items. We manage the logistical details so you can focus on what matters most: honoring the life and legacy of your loved one....
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