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Dennis Brado
February 7, 2021
He is missed,,,He always created a fabulous party..
September 3, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.i
Bernadine Waters
March 1, 2017
My condolences to your family. Mr. Steele was my office ed teacher at John Marshall for two years (11th & 12th grade). He was also my favorite teacher. I actually don't remember any other teacher or faculty except him. Class of '79
Debbie Faustmann
February 16, 2017
Mr Steele was a wonderful teacher. He made going to class enjoyable. He had a great sense of humor. I was very lucky to have had him as my teacher and role model.
February 14, 2017
Don't know him but he sounds like the kind remembrances here are well deserved.
Anne Catalane
February 14, 2017
What a love this man was!!!!! He loved a good meal, he loved a good drink, he loved to travel, he loved his homes, he loved to laugh, he loved his friends, he loved Robert! He will never, ever be duplicated! Lucky are all our friends in heaven that he is now their love! The testimonials from his former students are just priceless. What a great loss we have suffered!!!
Terri Heironimus
February 13, 2017
Mr. Steele was my homeroom teacher at John Marshall High School from 1968 to 1972. He was the kindest man. During those brief fifteen minutes, he always managed to make us feel we mattered and were heard. Even for those of us like myself who were shy and quiet, he had a way of gently seeking us out and giving us the opportunity to voice our thoughts.Thank you, Mr. Steele for getting this introvert sanely through high school. You have always been remembered fondly.
Ron Thairin
February 12, 2017
What can I possibly say that hasn't been said about how wonderful Richard was and how his loss has impacted all. I only knew Richard but a few short years but he was always warm, friendly, and a kind gracious man with class. Always impeccably dressed and a host beyond words. My condolences to Robert and everyone who knew Richard. You will be missed Richard with your warm smile and compassion!
Ron & Thairin
Palm Springs
Patricia White
February 12, 2017
Mr. Steele was one of those teachers you never forget. I hope he knew what an impact he made on all of his students at John Marshall. My condolences to his husband and all his family and friends. Thank you Mr. Steele.
Tracy Binns-Wilson
February 12, 2017
My heart is saddened by your passing. Thank you for believing in me. I wasn't always the best student but you took the time to teach me and had the patience of a saint. R.I.P Mr. Steele
Rodney Ugent
February 12, 2017
My sincere condolences to Robert and Richard's family and friends. I heard he was sick and I called him last month and left a get well message on his answering machine.
Richard was my homeroom teacher from 1965-66, but we remained friends for all of these years.
Diane Laubenstein
February 12, 2017
Mr. Steele was my Office Education and Homeroom teacher at John Marshall High School from 1974-1976. He was a wonderful, kind teacher and he was so helpful in finding us jobs senior year. I will never forget him. So sorry for your loss.
Dennis Brado
February 12, 2017
My sympathy.. He will be missed...
Susan Schrager
February 12, 2017
May your many happy memories be of comfort to you. My husband and I enjoyed seeing Dick at our auction house. He was a kind man.
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