ᐅ Tennessee Death Notices 2009-2025
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▰ Helen F (Morin) Stefania

Died May 26, … More Information
Helen F (Morin) Stefania, age 94 of Tennessee, born in Escanaba, Michigan, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master May 26, 2013.
Obituary published: May 27, 2013 in "Tampa Trib (FL)"

▰ Helen F Stefania

Died May 24, … More Information
Helen F Stefania, born November 9, 1918 entered Heaven's gates on May 24, 2013 in East Ridge, Tennessee. Helen was 94.
Family members and close friends: , Shane Unsworth

▰ Mrs Sylvia P Stefanek

Died December 30, … More Information
Mrs Sylvia P Stefanek, born July 19, 1945 went into the presence of the Lord on December 30, 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Mrs was 73.

▰ Leon Jacob Sr Stefanek

Died February 08, … More Information
Leon Jacob Sr Stefanek, 86, of Seymour, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 8, 2008.
Obituary published: February 09, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Leon Jacob Sr Stefanek

Died February 07, … More Information
Leon Jacob Sr Stefanek, of Seymour, Tennessee, entered eternal life February 7, 2008. Leon was 86.
Obituary published: February 08, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Hazel Dawn Stefanek

Died February 06, … More Information
Hazel Dawn Stefanek, of Seymour, Tennessee, joined the Lord February 6, 2007. Hazel was 81.
Obituary published: February 07, 2007 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Dorothy Marie (Rayder) Steere

Died January 07, … More Information
Dorothy Marie (Rayder) Steere, age 86 of Chattanooga, Tennessee, died on January 7, 2000.
Obituary published: January 08, 2000 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Edward Arthur Steepleton

Died August 18, … More Information
Edward Arthur Steepleton, born November 19, 1933 died August 18, 2015 in Memphis, Tennessee. Edward was 81. Tags: #Amelia
Obituary: Edward was born on 19, 1933 and passed away on , 18, 2015. Edward was a resident of Memphis, Tennessee at the time of passing. Edward was married to Amelia.

▰ Elizabeth (Parrish) Steensland

Died March 16, … More Information
Elizabeth (Parrish) Steensland left this earth on March 16, 1998 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Nashville, Tennessee.
Obituary published: March 17, 1998 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Charles Lynn Steens

Died February 28, … More Information
Charles Lynn Steens, age 63 of Memphis, Tennessee, passed from this life on February 28, 2004.
Obituary published: February 29, 2004 in "Com-A"

▰ John William Steenbergen

Died June 19, … More Information
John William Steenbergen, age 93 of Columbia, Tennessee, passed from this life on June 19, 2007.
Obituary published: June 20, 2007 in "Huntington H-D (WV)"

▰ Betty Ragland Noel Steenbergen

Died January 07, … More Information
Betty Ragland Noel Steenbergen, born September 15, 1948 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 7, 2017 in Columbia, Tennessee. Betty was 68.

▰ Wanda Katherine Steen

Died November 30, … More Information
Wanda Katherine Steen, born August 24, 1926 entered Heaven's gates on November 30, 2010 in Selmer, Tennessee. Wanda was 84.

▰ Virginia Steen

Died February 04, … More Information
Virginia Steen, age 89 of Memphis, Tennessee, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she February 4, 2002.
Obituary published: February 05, 2002 in "Beaver CT (PA)"

▰ Virginia Steen

Died February 04, … More Information
Virginia Steen, of Memphis, Tennessee, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home February 4, 2002. Virginia was 89.
Obituary published: February 05, 2002 in "Pittsburgh P-G (PA)"

▰ Thomas Gillum Steen

Died July 16, … More Information
Thomas Gillum Steen, born February 3, 1922 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 16, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. Thomas was 93.

▰ Thomas G Steen

Died July 16, … More Information
Thomas G Steen, born February 3, 1922 joined the Lord July 16, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. Thomas was 93.

▰ Thomas Gillum Steen

Died July 16, … More Information
Thomas Gillum Steen, born February 3, 1922 went into the presence of the Lord on July 16, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. Thomas was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Bill Vaughter, Lynn Pataky Waterman, H. Dunn, Jerri Wold Caliguiri

▰ Raymond A Steen

Died September 10, … More Information
Raymond A Steen, 78, of Selmer, Tennessee departed this life September 10, 2003.
Obituary published: September 11, 2003 in "Com-A"

▰ Phyllis T Steen

Died December 01, … More Information
Phyllis T Steen, of Tennessee, born in Des Moines, Iowa, went to be with the Lord on December 1, 2001.
Obituary published: December 02, 2001 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ John Warren Steen Jr

Died September 03, … More Information
John Warren Steen Jr , born November 9, 1925 went into the presence of the Lord on September 3, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. John was 91.
Family members and close friends: , Damon Smith, Rich Peck, Rex Gardner, Diane George, Christopher Church, Dick Koonce

▰ James "Jim" Wilbur Steen

Died June 13, … More Information
James "Jim" Wilbur Steen, born December 9, 1958 died June 13, 2020 in Collierville, Tennessee. James was 61.
Family members and close friends: , Brian Richards, Kevin Crisman, Ronald Jr. Bettenhausen

▰ Jack Ewing Steen

Died November 19, … More Information
Jack Ewing Steen, age 91 of Tennessee, born in Kentucky, passed away peacefully November 19, 2018.
Obituary published: November 20, 2018 in "Com-A"

▰ Glorie Jean Steen

Died January 07, … More Information
Glorie Jean Steen, born August 2, 1956 passed away peacefully January 7, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee. Glorie was 64.
Family members and close friends: , Rashaundra Butler

▰ Ester (Jackson) Steen

Died July 08, … More Information
Ester (Jackson) Steen, age 76 of S Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 8, 2005.
Obituary published: July 09, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Dr John Warren Steen

Died September 03, … More Information
Dr John Warren Steen, born November 9, 1925 went into the presence of the Lord on September 3, 2017 in Tennessee. Dr was 91. Tags: #Warren #Author #Christian #Somerfield #Heritage #Dorothy #Steen #Jackson #Mississippi #John #Annabelle #Baylor #Southern #Theological #Union #Atlanta #Baptist #Texas #Georgia #North #Nashville #School #Lifeway #Bible #Mature #United #Publishing #Navy #Jewish #Grade #Workshop #Immanuel #Church #Vietnamese #Sons #American #Andrew #Tennessee #Annell #Fields #Lucinda #Stewart #Matthew #Sarah #Morales #Shaffer #Andy #Benjamin #Emily #Evan #Jayden #Ryder #Belle #Blvd #Marshall #Combs
Obituary: Rev. Dr. John Warren Steen, Jr.
Brentwood, TN - Author, pastor, and Christian journalist, Rev. Dr. John Warren Steen, Jr. died at Somerfield at the Heritage on 3, at the age of 91, one day following his 65th wedding anniversary with his wife Dorothy Lipham Steen.
He was born on 9, 1925 in Jackson, Mississippi to John Warren Steen, Sr. and Annabelle Henry Steen. He attended Mississippi , Baylor University, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Union Seminary. He received an honorary doctorate from the Atlanta School of Law. He served as pastor of Baptist churches in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina before moving to Nashville in 1970 to work with the Baptist School Board (now Lifeway). beginning as an editor for the adult Bible study curriculum, he became the founding editor of Mature Living, a magazine for senior adults. Later he was editor for the United Methodist Publishing House, where he continued to write devotionals into his mid-80s.
As a Navy veteran of WWII, he served as assistant chaplain and organist/pianist for protestant, catholic, and Jewish services.
Writing and classical music were his passions in life. He authored 4 books, many articles, and founded the Grade Ole Christian Writers Workshop. Starting piano lessons at the age of 5, he was an accomplished pianist and continued to play into the last month before he died. He also learned to play the cello in his 50s and encouraged the musical talents in children, grandchildren, and friends.
An active member of Immanuel Baptist Church for 47 years, he served as deacon, worked with missions welcoming the first Vietnamese refugees to Nashville, went on several international mission trips and played cello in the string ensemble. In the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), Andrew Jackson chapter, he served as chaplain for 15 years and was state chaplain for Tennessee Society, SAR for 10 years.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Lipham Steen; children, J. Warren Steen (Kathy), Annell Steen Fields (Richard), Lucinda Steen Stewart (Tim); grandchildren, Dr. John Steen, IV, Dr. Bart Steen (Autumn), Matthew Steen (Anna), Sarah Steen Morales (Andreas), Jim Shaffer (Stacey), Andy Shaffer (Tanesha), Benjamin Stewart, and Emily Stewart; and great-grandchildren, Evan Shaffer, Jayden Shaffer, and Ryder Shaffer.
Services will be held 9 at 2:00pm at Immanuel Baptist Church, 222 Belle Meade Blvd. Nashville, TN with visitation at 1:00pm. Graveside services will be held at the veterans cemetery on 11 at 10 am. His grandchildren will serve as pall bearers. Honorary pallbearers include Stewart Lipham, John Lipham, deacons of Immanuel Baptist Church, and members of the Andrew Jackson chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.
Memorial gifts may be made to: Immanuel Baptist Church music ministry or the Nashville Symphony. Please visit our online obituary at www.marshalldonnellycomb.com.
under the direction of Marshall Donnelly Combs , Nashville, Tennessee.

▰ Dianne (Burkle) Steen

Died January 09, … More Information
Dianne (Burkle) Steen, 84, of Memphis, Tennessee departed this life January 9, 2019.
Obituary published: January 10, 2019 in "Com-A"

▰ Dale William Steen

Died October 26, … More Information
Dale William Steen, of Knoxville, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 26, 2005. Dale was 72.
Obituary published: October 27, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Charles J R "Ranger" Steen

Died February 02, … More Information
Charles J R "Ranger" Steen, of Memphis, Tennessee, entered eternal life February 2, 2000. Charles was 54.
Obituary published: February 03, 2000 in "Com-A"

▰ Charles J R "Ranger" Steen

Died January 31, … More Information
Charles J R "Ranger" Steen, age 54 of Memphis, Tennessee, entered Heaven's gates on January 31, 2000.
Obituary published: February 01, 2000 in "Com-A"

▰ Shirley Ann Hood Steely

Died March 16, … More Information
Shirley Ann Hood Steely, born November 22, 1934 passed from this world into the next March 16, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. Shirley was 81. Tags: #Janey #Shufelt #Carlisle #Elizabeth #Blake #Nashville #Sarah #George #Lauren #Dillon #Annabelle #Carter #Shirley #Gail #Irma #Hood #Birmingham #Anniston #School #Judson #Auburn #Duke #Braves #Mary #Queen #Angels #Living #Sitters #Mass #Sacred #Catholic #Alabama #Michael #Foundation #Research
Obituary: Shirley Ann Hood Steely passed from this earthly life on 16, 2016, at her home in

Nashville, TN.

Preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Louis Len. Survived by daughters, Janey

(Jim) Shufelt, Carlisle, PA, and Elizabeth (Kelly) Blake, Nashville, TN, grandchildren, Sarah

(Phil) George, Lauren Shufelt, Dillon and Annabelle Blake, great-grandchildren, Carter and

Henry George. An only child, Shirley is also survived by a sister she chose, Gail Dormon of

Anniston, AL.

Born to the Rev. Robert E. Hood and Irma Childs Hood on 22, 1934, in Birmingham,

Alabama. She was a graduate of Anniston High School and Judson .

Shirley was a military wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a

world traveler, birder, foodie, and fan of Auburn football, Duke basketball, and Braves baseball.

She had a love for learning, a great sense of humor, and a memory like no other

The family would like to thank the staff of Mary, Queen of Angels Assisted Living and Sitters and

More for their loving care.

Mass and inurnment to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Anniston, Alabama,

on , May 27, 2016, at 11:00 AM, with visitation one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for

Parkinson’s Research.

Visit the online obituary: www.woodlawn-roesch-pattonfh.com.

▰ Shirley Ann Hood Steely

Died March 16, … More Information
Shirley Ann Hood Steely, born November 22, 1934 went into the presence of the Lord on March 16, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. Shirley was 81.

▰ Robert L Sr Steely

Died June 21, … More Information
Robert L Sr Steely, age 67 of Knoxville, Tennessee, joined the Lord June 21, 2005.
Obituary published: June 22, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Robert Jr "Bobby" Steely

Died September 21, … More Information
Robert Jr "Bobby" Steely, of Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 21, 2011. Robert was 47.
Obituary published: September 22, 2011 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Robert Jr "Bobby" Steely

Died September 22, … More Information
Robert Jr "Bobby" Steely, of Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 22, 2011. Robert was 47.
Obituary published: September 23, 2011 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Mary (Lundy) Steely

Died February 14, … More Information
Mary (Lundy) Steely, of Maryville, Tennessee, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she February 14, 2002. Mary was 60.
Obituary published: February 15, 2002 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Martha Steely

Died December 15, … More Information
Martha Steely, born June 29, 1959 gained her wings on December 15, 2017 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Martha was 58.

▰ Louis Len Steely

Died August 27, … More Information
Louis Len Steely, born July 6, 1933 entered eternal life August 27, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. Louis was 81. Tags: #Colonel #Retired #Louis #Steely #Nashville #Tennessee #Shirley #Janey #Shufelt #Carlisle #Pennsylvania #Elizabeth #Blake #Sarah #George #Lauren #Dillon #Annabelle #Carter #Ruth #Blevins #Edward #Alva #Burt #John #Arthur #Jane #Smith #Betty #Blanton #Almyra #Arkansas #Ouachita #Arkadelphia #United #Army #Ordnance #Korea #France #Liberia #Vietnam #Germany #Saudi #Department #Anniston #Depot #Sacred #Catholic #Alabama #Auburn #Mary #Queen #Angels #Mass #Columbus #Golden #Road
Obituary: Louis Len Steely - Micah 6:8 "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."

Lieutenant Colonel (U.S. Army, Retired) Louis Len Steely departed this life on 27, 2014, at his residence in Nashville, Tennessee.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Shirley Hood Steely; daughters, Janey Steely Shufelt (Jim), Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and Elizabeth Steely Blake (Kelly), Nashville, Tennessee; grandchildren, Sarah Shufelt George (Phil), Lauren Shufelt, Dillon and Annabelle Blake; great-grandson, Carter Graham George; sister, Ruth Steely Blevins. Preceded in death by parents, Rev. Dempsey Edward Steely and Alva Bledsoe Steely, brothers Burt, John Ed and Arthur Steely, and sisters Jane Steely Smith and Betty Steely Blanton.

Born 6, 1933 in Almyra, Arkansas, Len graduated from Ouachita Baptist in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and then served over twenty years in the United States Army as an Ordnance Corps officer, with ten years of overseas duty in Korea, France, Liberia, Vietnam and Germany. Following his retirement from military active duty, he worked for two years as a contractor in Saudi Arabia and then as a Department of the Army Civilian at Anniston Army Depot. Upon full retirement, he was an active volunteer at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Anniston, Alabama.

Len loved traveling and birding with Shirley, gardening, woodworking, following the Auburn Tigers, helping others and most of all, spending time with his family.

The family would like to thank the staff of Mary, Queen of Angels for their devoted care of Mr. Steely.

Mass and inurnment with military honors to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Anniston, Alabama at 11:00 on , 20, 2014 with visitation held two hours prior to the service. Knights of Columbus will serve as honorary pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1301 Golden Springs Road, Anniston, AL 36207, Catholic Charities or the military charity of your choice.

Visit the online obituary: www.woodlawn-roesch-pattonfh.com


▰ Louis Len Steely

Died August 27, … More Information
Louis Len Steely, born July 6, 1933 passed from this life on August 27, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. Louis was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Melanie Rhone, Leah Knight

▰ Blanche P (Kenney) Steely

Died September 06, … More Information
Blanche P (Kenney) Steely, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee for decades, died September 6, 1998 in Columbia, Tennessee at the age of 77.
Obituary published: September 07, 1998 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Beatrice B Steely

Died November 25, … More Information
Beatrice B Steely, born August 8, 1921 passed from this life on November 25, 2010 in Tennessee. Beatrice was 89. Tags: #Steely #Baptist #Geneva #Greeneville #Paul #Piney #Kenneth #Robinson #Gregg #Veronica #Daniel #Dietra #Johnny #Lakla #Lonnie #Spartanburg #Chris #Cummings #Wash #Flora #Bryant #Thomas #Kiser #Hill #Penley #Andrew #National #Kenny #Jeff #Cody
Obituary: Beatrice B. Steely, 89, of Waddell Love Road, Greeneville, passed away , 25, 2010, at the Johnson City Medical .

She was a homemaker.
Mrs Steely was of the Baptist tradition of faith.

Survivors include a daughter: Geneva Robinson of Greeneville; a son: Paul Johnson, Jr. of Piney Flats; six grandchildren: Kenneth Edward Robinson, Gregg Robinson and wife, Veronica Squeak, Daniel Robinson, all of Greeneville; Dietra Smith and husband, Johnny, Lakla Miller and husband, Lonnie, all of Spartanburg, SC; Chris Robinson and wife, JoAnn, of Cummings, GA; twelve great grandchildren; eight great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

She was the daughter of the late Wash and Flora Deyton Bryant and was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Steely; three brothers and three sisters.

The funeral service will be held at 8:00 p.m. , 27, 2010, in the Kiser Rose Hill Chapel. Rev. Amos Penley will officiate. Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. , Andrew Johnson National .

Pallbearers will be Kenny Robinson, Jeff Robinson, Cody Robinson, Ken Robinson, Chris Robinson, Gregg Robinson, and Daniel Robinson.

The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Kiser Rose Hill . Family and friends are asked to meet at 12:00 noon at the funeral home to go in procession to the cemetery for the committal service.

▰ Betty Jane Steelmon

Died March 16, … More Information
Betty Jane Steelmon, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on March 16, 2003. Betty was 89.
Obituary published: March 17, 2003 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Betty Jane Steelmon

Died March 15, … More Information
Betty Jane Steelmon, age 89 of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2003.
Obituary published: March 16, 2003 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Zola Ruth Steelman

Died October 02, … More Information
Zola Ruth Steelman, born October 30, 1923 entered into eternal rest October 2, 2016 in Del Rio, Tennessee. Zola was 92. Tags: #Harley
Obituary: Zola was born on 30, 1923 and passed away on , 2, 2016. Zola was a resident of Del Rio, Tennessee at the time of passing. Zola was married to Harley.

▰ William Lois Steelman

Died March 24, … More Information
William Lois Steelman, of Ethridge, Tennessee, died on March 24, 1999. William was 92.
Obituary published: March 25, 1999 in "Times-Daily (AL)"

▰ William Glenn Steelman

Died January 26, … More Information
William Glenn Steelman went into the presence of the Lord on January 26, 2015 in Ripley, Tennessee. Tags: #Emma
Obituary: William passed away on , 26, 2015. William was a resident of Ripley, Tennessee at the time of passing. William was married to Emma.

▰ Walter D Steelman

Died March 04, … More Information
Walter D Steelman, 79, of Lynchburg, Tennessee, entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 4, 2003.
Obituary published: March 05, 2003 in "Tullahoma N&G"

▰ W J "Hickey" Steelman

Died June 03, … More Information
W J "Hickey" Steelman, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed from this world into the next June 3, 2000. STEELMAN was 73.
Obituary published: June 04, 2000 in "Huntsville Times (AL)"

▰ Veronica Kaye (Green) Steelman

Died June 19, … More Information
Veronica Kaye (Green) Steelman, age 61 of Benton, Tennessee, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home June 19, 2012.
Obituary published: June 20, 2012 in "Polk County News"

▰ Vera (Stevenson) Steelman

Died December 29, … More Information
Vera (Stevenson) Steelman, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, joined the Lord December 29, 1999. Vera was 85.
Obituary published: December 30, 1999 in "Huntsville Times (AL)"
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