Orval Steele
Orval J. Steele, 99, of Washington, passed away peacefully at Southmont of Presbyterian Senior Care, where he has resided since 2021.
He was born on October 16, 1923, in Washington, a son of the late Russell and Frieda Reutchi Steele.
Orval was a proud Army veteran, serving two years in World War II, stationed in Saipan.
He was a 78 year member of the American Legion Post #175. Orval retired from Ball Glass as a hot end operator in 1982.
He was an avid small game hunter and loved spending time outdoors.
Orval was married to the love of his life, Marian Doty Steele, for 62 years before her passing in February of 2011.
He is survived by a son, Mark (Wanda Chicone) Steele; a grandson, Joshua (Kristy) Steele; his “little angel”, great-granddaughter, Riley Steele; a sister, Norma Ruschel; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife, deceased are his siblings, Helen Grey, Russell Steele, Retha Conklin, Albert Steele, Shirley Steele and Dora Coen.
At the request of the deceased, all services will be private, and entrusted to Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor, Andrew C. Piatt, director.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com.