Ronald Lee Steele, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021. He was born November 9, 1938 in Fort Wayne, son of the late Donald and Eula (Seiter) Steele. He was a graduate of Coesse High School and was a U. S. Army Veteran. Ronald retired after working 30 years at Navistar. His love for sports started in high school, excelling in basketball. He also enjoyed playing baseball and tennis. Surviving him are his children, Jim (Laura) Steele and Rebecca (Giancarlo) Steele de Acuna, both of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Anna Lehman, Emma Steele, Sophie Steele, Dustin DeRemer, Tiffany DeRemer, and Desireé Acuna; great grandchildren, Aria Lehman, Jason Johnson, Ariana DeRemer, Alayah DeRemer, and Austin DeRemer; and brother, Richard Steele of Fort Wayne. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Leanna Grace (Williams) Steele in 1985; brother, Raymond Steele; and sister, Barbara Steele. Funeral service will be Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, 6424 Winchester Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46819 with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will also be on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Lindenwood Cemetery. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.klaehnfahlmeltonfunerals.com for the Steele family.
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