Peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday August 7, 2013. Joel Steele in his 70th year of Winchester. Beloved husband of Rhonda. Loving Dad of Julie (Dave) and Jodi (Andy). Cherished Poppa of Anna, Collin and Ashley. Dearly loved brother of Pat (Doug Helmer) and brother-in-law of Donna & Gordon. Uncle of nieces and nephews.
By Joel’s request Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held at the Byers Funeral Home, 2990 Church Street, South Mountain (613-989-3836) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Joel Steele Community Centre on Monday August 12, 2013 at 11 a.m. Private Family interment will follow. By family request donations may be made to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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Ron Bell says
August 8, 2013 at 12:00 amRhonda and Family
Our deepest sympathy
Ron & Sharon Bell
Karen Stewart says
August 8, 2013 at 12:00 amJoel was a great man, I remember him at the store, always smiling, friendly to all. He did so much for our town, his memory will live on in all those things. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Joel you will be greatly missed and fondly remembered in this town. May he rest in peace.
Bev & Doug Merkley says
August 8, 2013 at 12:00 amour deepest condolences to the family of Joel. He will be fondly remembered by so many.
Dewey & Corrie McRae says
August 8, 2013 at 12:00 amRhonda and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you; cherish the memories and keep them close to your heart He will be greatly missed.
Janice Smith says
August 8, 2013 at 12:00 amMy thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time. He was a great man who contributed a lot to the Winchester community.
Jackie Symonds says
August 8, 2013 at 12:00 amRhonda, May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
We are grateful for being able to know Joel and how much he loved Hockey and always worked hard for the Hawks.
Thanks to you and Joel the team and all its members wouldn’t have been able to do the things they did, in the last few years we were apart of the organization.
Try and have peace within knowing that Joel is no longer suffering.
Take care of yourself.
Warmly, Jackie, Darrell and Myranda Symonds
Kelly Mitchell says
August 9, 2013 at 12:00 amHow much time has passed since you took me in as a very young man from Halliburton. I think I had just turned 16, so it would be 30 years ago.
You made me feel like I had a second family. Joel was the ‘coolest’ person I had met. Fashion focused, fun, loved to laugh, honest and had a great heart.
I loved my time with all of you and I am saddened that I lost contact.
Joel and the Steele family impacted my immensely.
He will certainly be missed.
Sincerely,
Kelly Mitchell
Kathy & Lannie Waddell says
August 10, 2013 at 12:00 amJoel was a great guy. We sure had lots of fun together when we lived in Winchester. Thinking of you and the girls at this difficult time.
Kathy & Lannie
Marnie Gannon says
August 11, 2013 at 12:00 amThe Gannon family send their condolences. We are very sorry for your loss
Alex Monk-Cray says
August 11, 2013 at 12:00 amThank you for the great seasons in Winchester
Sincerely,
Alex Monk-Cray
Ross Urbankiewicz says
August 11, 2013 at 12:00 amMy confolences to the Steele family.
Ross Urbankiewicz
Patricia and Adrian says
August 11, 2013 at 12:00 amWith deepest condolences. Thinking of you.
Patty and Adrian
LouiseArsenault & ken says
August 11, 2013 at 12:00 amDear Rhonda & family
My thoughts have been with you, many times over the past years, since Joel first had his medical problems. I can’t imagine how hard it’s been for Rhonda and family, but their great support has kept Joel going through those hard times, so that he could enjoy golf his family & friends and contribute to the community, as he loved to do.
I first met Joel in the halls of North Dundas District High School. I was the new Public Nurse and spent 3 mornings a week in the school as their health nurse. He made a point of introducing himself right away and often dropped in to say good morning, as he was on Hall Duty. During that year, he mentioned his plans to open his Mens clothing store, The Country Boy and we all know what that went on to be. I only had 1 year as a neighbour merchant, before he sold his business, while concentrating on his health.
Today, we still celebrate the many events he spearheaded or was a big part of, in our Village.
Lorraine Roy/ Brian Lannin says
August 11, 2013 at 12:00 amRhonda, Julie, Jodi, and Family,
Our deepest sympathy for the sadness you are feeling during this very difficult time.
Thinking of you.
Lorraine and Brian
Maureen & Jeff Heuff says
August 12, 2013 at 12:00 amOur deepest condolences on the loss of Joel. Such a special person. May he rest in peace and with no more pain.
Sincerely,
Ken and Danielle Byers says
August 12, 2013 at 12:00 amRemember the good times…..Our thoughts are with all of you.
Ken and Danielle Byers
Aaron Dickenson says
August 15, 2013 at 12:00 amMy condolences to the Steele family. He will be dearly missed by the community of Winchester.
Bob Sawyer says
August 21, 2013 at 12:00 amWe had some times at NDDHS. You will always be in my memory. bob
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