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DANIEL STEED Obituary
May 09, 1947 -
January 06, 2025
"Danny": (to his friends), Age 77 passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 6, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Daniel W. Steed, Sr, and Grandson, Ryan Angelone Delezene.
Danny is survived by his spouse, Karen Steed, children Janell Wilber and spouse Tom Wilber, son Richard Delezene, and grandson Nathan Wilber.
He was a Vietnam Veteran who served Commendably in the U.S. Army. Danny retired from the National Park Service after working at Gateway Arch NP, MO; Chaco Culture National Historical Park, NM; and San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, TX where he served as Chief Ranger. Additionally, he worked at Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site, IL, and NM State Monuments. He was proud of his lifetime of service to this nation.
Danny was a lovable rascal. He was a larger-than-life figure with an infectious laugh who loved motorcycling, travelling, music, and books. He had friends around the world, and he leaves a void that cannot be filled.
RIP Danny
"My name's Dan Steed and you'll never take me alive".
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Ellen (Jones) Boling
January 23, 2025
Dan sure leaves a HUGE hole in this world.
We "came on duty" at Chaco Canyon (as it was then), within a week of each other, in 1982, & were next-door-neighbors - & friends immediately. Because that is how he was.
And when we discovered that our birthdays were only 2 days apart? Well that called for joint celebrations & gag gifts.
ALL our memories of him (& Karen) always did - & always will - bring a smile, & memories to treasure.
Daniel Boling
January 23, 2025
DEAR KAREN -
We are so terribly sorry and saddened. Dan was easily one of our all-time favorites among the folks we worked with over our Park Service years, and we were grateful for his friendship and yours then and in the years since we all retired. We will always remember the two of you so generously overseeing our two small children at Ellen's mother's funeral in San Antonio, TX many years ago. And we have a host of happy memories of you both. We are heartbroken by Dan's passing. We send you our love. Please let us know anything that we can do for you, dear friend.
DAN'L & ELLEN BOLING
Patrick C
January 14, 2025
Dan,
You were a great friend and now you are gone too soon. There was still more travel to be had, wine to drink, and motorcycle trips to take. I guess from this point on, God will be your co-pilot and you are in the best of hands. Still, for those of us left behind, we will forever miss your smile, your laugh, and your kindness to all you met. God Speed my friend. May the sun always be shining and your heart forever full of the love we all felt for you.
Rebecca M. Post
January 13, 2025
I, too, Karen, will always appreciate having the wonderful opportunity to work with you and dear Dan at our former "Southwest Regional Office," which was a true pleasure. Sincere sympathy to you regarding this loss in your life. Please try to keep in mind that in, Reality, life is eternal; and Dan is with our Father Mother God.
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Luci Rodriguez Maestas
January 12, 2025
Karen, I am so sorry to learn of Dan´s passing. You two were the cutest couple. I send you my condolences and a gentle hug. Dan was a wonderful man and I enjoyed working with him at the National Park Service. Rest in peace Dan.
Margie Fresquez
January 11, 2025
I'm stunned at Dan's passing; I guess because he always came across as the type of person who would live forever. I've not seen Dan in a long time; but I often remember all the fun times we shared as co-workers. May he rest in peace. Condolences to Karen and best regards.
Nick
January 11, 2025
Danny was my uncle. He was a truly large-hearted man who shared his love of blues and underground comics with me. I will miss him.
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