Mary  C Steele

Heaven gained another sassy angel on Sunday, June 25. Her soul forever comforted by the family that
surrounded her earthly vessel.
Mary C. Steele was born to George and Ann Ulmer December 25, 1945 in Winner, SD. She was the
middle child of 13 brothers and sisters. She grew up in a house of hardworking, loving people and she passed that on to her kids and grandkids.
She married the love of her life, John Steele, on July 10, 1964. They were one of those rare couples who kept the happiness going for 53 years. Their love was true and their relationship unbreakable. A storybook
romance that stood firm through their time together. From their committed love, they were blessed with
three children - Tawna, Cory, and Cody.
Mary’s life revolved around her family and her kids. She had instilled a strong work ethic coupled with
compassion and unconditional love. One could always find Mary with a quick joke and a beautiful smile,
greeted with the most amazing hug. People would go out or their way to get a hug and a kind word from
such a beautiful soul.
Everyone young and old knew they could stop by 3336 Raymond Court for a meal, great conversation,
and incredibly edible sweets - cakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls and pies.
Mary and John had five amazing grandkids: Cy, Lexi, Alec, Sydnie, and JC. Mary and John flourished in
role of grandparents. You could find Mary and John at every event of all the kids. Football, soccer,
wrestling, track, volleyball, basketball, and 3-on-3 summer games. If her grandkids were in something,
she was there.
You could always hear a “Let’s go Sentinel!” or a “FIRE UP!” out of the crowd. Rest assured it was Mary
leading the support.
She will forever be known as one of the kindest, most caring, loving person we could ever meet in our
lives. Mary had the ability to brighten and change the vibe of your day with a smile and hug so full of love.
All the lives Mary touched will never be the same and her passing leaves a huge void. The most amazing
soul to walk this earth. She is undoubtedly the most lively and angelic soul walking in Heaven.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents George and Ann (Collins) Ulmer and sister Patricia. Mary is
survived by her loving husband John C. Steele, children Tawna (Alan), Cory, and Cody (Kendra),
grandchildren Cy, Lexi, Alec, Sydnie, and JC, and 11 brothers and sisters - Dolores, Donny, Connie,
Peggy, Roger, John, Kaye, Carl, Jimmy, Joanie, and Billy.
Services will be held Friday, June 30 at 11a.m. at Garden City Funeral Home. A reception will follow at
the Steele residence at 3336 Raymond Court in Missoula, MT. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make
donations out to John C. Steele 3336 Raymond Court Missoula, MT 59803 to assist with medical and
funeral costs.