DeWitt Clifton Steele, Jr.

DeWitt was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who lived his life to honor God and share the love of God with others. His warm smile could light up any room, and his kindness touched the hearts of many.

Born in Brewton, Alabama in 1941, DeWitt moved to Pensacola, Florida when he was in fifth grade. He loved being a big brother to his two sisters, Suzanne and Janice. DeWitt attended Pensacola High School and Bob Jones University. While at BJU, DeWitt met the love of his life, Jeanie Young. After marriage and graduation, the Steeles remained on staff at Bob Jones University for several years.

In 1969, DeWitt returned to Pensacola with Jeanie and their two daughters where they taught at Pensacola Christian School for fifteen years. DeWitt was a beloved teacher who absolutely loved teaching seventh grade biology. DeWitt went on to author several science textbooks for A Beka Book Publications.

DeWitt continued his education at the University of West Florida, earning two master’s degrees. After his time at PCS, he dedicated another fifteen years to teaching special education in Santa Rosa County, where he continued to make a lasting impact on the lives of his students.

In 2011, DeWitt and Jeanie moved back to Greenville, South Carolina. There, they enjoyed their retirement years, forming new friendships, spending time with family, and traveling together—especially loving their camping adventures.

DeWitt is survived by his wife of 62 years Jeanie Young Steele, and his daughters Sherril (Jim) Porterfield and Shellie (Bill) Reid. He is also survived by his three grandchildren Liam (Slone) Reid, Riley Reid, and Caroline Porterfield, along with his two sisters, Suzanne Smith and Janice Hague. He was preceded in death by his parents, DeWitt C. Steele Sr. and Lillian Steele.

Services for DeWitt will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 8508 Pelham Rd. Greenville, SC 29615. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM followed by the funeral at 11:00 AM. Livestream will be available at https://www.youtube.com/@cornerstonebaptistchurch598

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the building program at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 8508 Pelham Rd. Greenville, SC, 29615 or Bon Secours Hospice by Compassus, 1836 W Georgia Road Simpsonville, South Carolina 29680.