Elizabeth Ellen Larson
Richard Kepple Steele was born March 21, 1920, in Greensburg, Westmoreland Co., PA, and died October 18, 1996, in Carmichael, Sacramento Co., CA, at age 76. Buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA. He is the son of Donald Carlyle Steele of Unity Twp., PA, and Dora Martha Kepple of Salem Twp., Mechlings Pct., Westmoreland Co., PA.
Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" Larson was born June 16, 1920, in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, and died January 3, 2002, at home, Roseville, Placer Co., CA, at age 82. Buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA. She is the daughter of Walter Emanuel Larson of the Town of Farmington, Waupaca Co., WI, and Helen McAdams Frazer of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA.
Richard Kepple Steele (age 24), a bachelor, and Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" Larson (age 24), a maiden, were married June 24, 1944, in Wilkinsburg, Allegheny Co., PA.
Richard Kepple Steele and Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" (Larson) Steele had three children:
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Richard Kepple Steele and Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" (Larson) Steele are buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
Richard Larson "Rick" Steele is buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
Linda Marilyn (Steele) Davis is buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.
The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 15, 1910, shows Homer S. Buchanan (age 27) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents is a Teamster Contractor living at 507 Stanton Street, 4th Ward, City of Greensburg, Westmoreland Co., PA. Living with him is his wife of 7 years, Sarah Buchanan (age 31) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents. Also living there is his daughter, Erma Buchanan (age 3) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents. Two unmarried boarders also live in the household, both born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents: Nora Kepple (age 19); and Dora Kepple (age 16).
The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 5, 1920, shows Walter E. Larson (age 31) born in Wisconsin to Swedish-born parents is an Engineer at a Manufacturing Company renting his home at 579 East End Ave., 14th Ward, City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA. Living with him is his wife Helen Larson (age 27) born in Pennsylvania to Irish and Pennsylvania-born parents. Also living there is their daughter Olive W. Larson (age 2) born in Pennsylvania to Wisconsin and Pennsylvania-born parents. The owner of the house is also living there, a widow who should be Helen's mother: Elizabeth Frazer (age 52) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania and Irish-born parents. Living with Elizabeth is her son Rees B. Frazer (age 17) born in Pennsylvania to Irish and Pennsylvania-born parents, who is an unmarried Clerk at a Steel Company. Living in the Frazer household are two unmarried nieces: Elizabeth W. Palmer (age 22) born in Pennsylvania to Canadian and Pennsylvania-born parents who is a Stenographer at a Laboratory Company; and Minnie Palmer (age 17) born in Ohio to Canadian and Pennsylvania-born parents, who is a Check Girl at a Telegraph Company.
Richard Kepple Steele was born March 21, 1920, in Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA.
Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" Larson was born June 16, 1920, in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 14, 1930, shows Walter E. Larson (age 41) born in Wisconsin to Swedish-born parents and first married at age 28 is a Mechanical Engineer at Jaels Manufacturing Company owning his home valued at $12,000 at 914 Milton St., 14th Ward, City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA. Living with him is his wife Helen Larson (age 37) born in Pennsylvania to Irish and Pennsylvania-born parents and first married at age 24. Also living there are their two daughters, both born in Pennsylvania to Wisconsin and Pennsylvania-born parents: Olive W. Larson (age 12); and Betty E. Larson (age 9).
The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 4, 1930, shows Donald C. Steele (age 40) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents and first married at age 25 is a High School Mathematics Teacher owning his home valued at $5,000 and is living at 341 Concord Avenue, 1st Ward, City of Greensburg, Westmoreland Co., PA. Living with him is his wife, Dora M. Steele (age 36) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania and Indiana-born parents and first married at age 22. Also living there are his two sons, both born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents: Donald C. Steele, Jr. (age 13); and Richard K. Steele (age 10).
The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 16, 1940, shows Walter E. Larson (age 51) born in Wisconsin with 4 years of College and 5 years ago was living in the same house is a Mechanical Engineer at a Railroad Equipment Factory owns his home valued at $8,500 and is living at 914 Milton St., 14th Ward, City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA. Living with him is his wife, Helen F. Larson (age 47) born in Pennsylvania with 4 years of High School and 5 years ago was living in the same house. Also living there are his two unmarried daughters, both born in Pennsylvania and 5 years ago were living in the same house: Olive Larson (age 22) with 4 years of College, a Typist at of Life Insurance; and Elizabeth Larson (age 19) with 2 years of College.
Almo Joshua Larson, Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" Larson, Helen McAdams (Frazer) Larson, and Olive Wilma Larson, at the Chain o'Lakes, Waupaca Co., WI, about 1940.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, February 3, 1944
Regent Square Couple Are Engaged to Marry
Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Larson of Regent Square, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Miss Betty Ellen Larson, to Richard Kepple Steele, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Steele, also of Regent Square. Miss Larson and Mr. Steele are both graduates of the University of Pittsburgh, where she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha, and he of Sigma Tau.
Richard Kepple Steele and Elizabeth Ellen "Betty" Larson
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, Monday, July 3, 1944
Betty E. Larson Becomes Bride
At an afternoon ceremony on June 24, Miss Betty Ellen Larson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Larson of Regent Square, became the bride of Richard Kepple Steele, son of Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Steele of Regent Square, in the Calvary Lutheran Church, Wilkinsburg, with Dr. A. W. Steinfurth officiating. The bride wore a gown of white net and jersey with fingertip veil and carried a colonial bouquet of white roses centered with an orchid. Her sister, Mrs. R. W. Worthing of Boston, Mass., was the matron of honor and wore a gown of pink marquisette. She carried a colonial bouquet of pink roses and blue snapdragons. Donald Steele of Buffalo, N. Y., was his brother's best man, and the ushers were Albert Helquist and A. Knox Bassett. A reception in the Penn-Lincoln Hotel followed the ceremony. After a short trip Mr. and Mrs. Steele will be at home in Columbus, O.
Robert Wayne "Bob" Steele was born August 17, 1948, in Gainesville, Alachua Co., FL.
Linda Marilyn Steele was born June 26, 1951, in Ventura Co., CA.
Donald Carlyle Steele died Tuesday, October 6, 1953, at his home, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, at age 64.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, Wednesday, October 2, 1953
Baxter Junior High School Principal Dies in Home
Dr. D. C. Steele Active for Years In School Affairs
Dr. Donald C. Steele, 64, principal of Baxter Junior High School since 1939, died yesterday morning at his home, 969 LaClair Street. Dr. Steele had been active in school administrative affairs for many years, serving schools in Johnstown, Greensburg, and McKeesport, before coming to Pittsburgh City schools.
Had Been Pitt Professor
He had been a professor of mathematics at the University of Pittsburgh, and also served at Westinghouse High School before going to Baxter. Two of Dr. Steele's text books, one on mathematics and one on educational measurements, are presently used in the Pittsburgh schools.
Native of Greensburg
A native of Greensburg, he received his B. A. from Washington and Jefferson College and his Master's and Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Steele is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dora Kepple Steele; two sons, Donald C.., Jr., of Mt. Lebanon, and Richard K., of Camarillo, Ca.; two brothers, Meyers H., of Gary, Ind., and Howard B., of Mt. Lebanon; two sisters, Mrs. Sara S. Ridenour, Pittsburgh, and Miss Josephine Steele, Scottdale, and three grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Richard Larson "Rick" Steele was born April 16, 1955, in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., OH.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Friday, June 10, 1966
Melody Rae Murk
Melody Rae Murk will become Mrs. James Russel Chapman, July 23. The bride-elect, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Foote of Rio Linda, is a graduate of Roseville High School and a dental assistants' school. Her fiance, an airman at the McClellan Air Force Base, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W, C. Chapman of Sikeston, Mo., and was graduated from Sikeston High School.
James Russell Chapman of McClellan Air Force Base (age 21), and Melody Rae Murk (age 19, of Sacramento, were married July 23, 1966, in Sacramento Co., CA.
Cindy Anne Chapman was born March 18, 1972, in Sacramento Co., CA.
The marriage of James Russell Chapman and Melody Rae (Murk) Chapman was dissolved November 20, 1975, in Sacramento Co., CA.
Robert Wayne "Bob" Steele and Melody Rae (Murk) Chapman were married July 10, 1976, in Reno, Washoe Co., NV.
Lisa E. Steele was born August 3, 1977, in Sacramento Co., CA.
Jeffrey Alan "Jeff" Holstein (born April 16, 1970, in San Francisco, CA) and Cindy Anne Chapman were married July 22, 1990, in Reno, Washoe Co., NV.
Richard Larson "Rick" Steele died May 27, 1993, in Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, at age 38. Buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Saturday, May 29, 1993
STEELE, RICHARD L.
On May 27, 1993 in Sacramento, CA. Aged 37 years old. Lived in Sacramento since 1959. A current resident of Elk Grove for 3 years. Survived by wife Janet Steele of 5 years; parents, Richard K. Steele and Betty Steele; brother, Robert Steele and sister, Linda Davis. Graduated from El Camino High School in 1973 and Sacramento State. An avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Remembrances to Epilepsy League, 1615 Broadway, ste. #411, Oakland, CA 94612
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Tuesday, June 1, 1993
On May 27, 1993 in Sacramento, CA. Aged 37 years old. Lived in Sacramento since 1959. A current resident of Elk Grove for 3 years. Survived by wife Janet Steele of 5 years; parents, Richard K. Steele and Betty Steele; brother, Robert Steele and sister, Linda Davis. Graduated from El Camino High School in 1973 and Sacramento State. An avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Friends are invited to attend Memorial Service 11 A.M. Wednesday, June 2, 1993 at Fremont Chapel on Carlson Dr. Remembrances to Epilepsy League, 1615 Broadway, Ste. #411, Oakland, CA 94612 or the Richard L. Steele Memorial Fund, C/O El Camino High School, 4300 El Camino Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821, attn Dick Kelley.
Richard Kepple Steele died October 18, 1996, in Carmichael, Sacramento, CA, at age 76. Buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Wednesday, October 23, 1996
STEELE, RICHARD KEPPLE
In Carmichael, October 18, age 76, after ten months of contending with congestive heart disease. Survived by loving wife of 52 years, Betty, children, Robert Steele & Linda Davis, predeceased by son Rick. Brother of Don Steele in Florida. Grandfather of Cindy and Linda Steele and great-grandfather of Dylan, son of Cindy & Jeff Holstein. Father-in-law of Melody Steele, Janet Steele, and Bruce Davis Brother-in-law of Alberta Steele; one nephew, Geoffrey Steele. Numerous relatives in Pennsylvania & many friends. He was born in Greensburg, PA, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Engineering School. Obtained M.S. at the University of Florida. In a highly acclaimed engineering career, his work included management of Special Projects & Structures Development at Aerojet General Corp., Aircraft Nuclear Propulsion Development at General Electric, Division Director at the Navy Civil Engineering Research Laboratory, Manager of computerized energy conservation systems at McClellan AFB. In 1994, he received a special award from AEWG for his pioneering contributions in Acoustic Emission Technology. He taught math at 4 major universities, including UCLA and CSUS. He was founder and owner of Product Research Associates. He was holder of 8 technical patents, past President of SESA, & listed in American Men of Science & Who's Who in the West 1992/93. He particularly enjoyed family gatherings, Fall outdoor trips with his son Bob for 40 years, & golfing vacations with his wife. He will be greatly missed. Private services for the family.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Saturday, October 18, 1997
RICHARD K. STEELE
Dad, a year has passed since you went away and I miss you more each day. My special memories of our good times together and your love and inspiration sustain me today. Greatly missed by your son, Bob.
Linda Marilyn (Steele) Davis died December 18, 2000, in Orangevale, Sacramento Co., CA, at age 49. Buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Friday, December 22, 2000
DAVIS, LINDA "STEELE"
June 26, 1951 to Dec. 18, 2000
Passed away peacefully at home in Orangeville on December 18, 2000. Survived by loving husband of 27 years, Bruce Davis, who with Linda built a successful real property investments business. Beloved daughter of Betty Steele, sister of Bob Steele, daughter-in-law to Maxine Davis, sister-in-law of Melody Steele, Janet Steele, Doug and Maew Davis, and aunt to Lisa Steele, Cindy Holstein, and Michelle, Annette, and Aprin Davis. Predeceased by father Richard Steele and brother Rick Steele. Linda graduated from Sacramento State University with a degree in mathematics. She enjoyed tutoring students in calculus and looked forward to the regular visits of neighborhood children over the years, especially Emmy and Michael. Linda and her mother were very close, they conversed several times every day and enjoyed many memorable times together. The special Fourth of July family gathering at Linda's beautiful home was a highlight of each year. Linda loved to be outdoors working in the garden accompanied by her beloved Springer spaniel, Jolie. Her yard was resplendent with blooming plants throughout the year and her roses were the envy of all, with Peace and Color Magic among her favorites. The family would like to extend its heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Donald Colbourn and Dr. Dwight Stickney, and wonderful staff for their inspiration, compassion and special care over the course of Linda's illness. The dedicated, caring staff of Sutter Roseville Hospice including nurses Connie Morgan, RN and Horti Davis, RN provided so many services that were greatly appreciated. And, the family is especially grateful to in-home care provider, Joyce Raub, a saint who gave so much comfort to Linda in her final days. Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, any donations in Linda's memory may be made to the Sutter Roseville Hospice at 1836 Sierra Gardens Dr., Suite 130, Roseville, CA 95661.
Betty Ellen (Larson) Steele died January 3, 2002, at home, Roseville, Placer Co., CA, at age 82. Buried in Sierra Hills Memorial Park, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Wednesday, January 9, 2002
STEELE, BETTY LARSON
Passed away peacefully in Roseville on January 3, 2002. Survived by son, Bob Steele, daughter-in-law, Melody Steele; son-in-law Bruce Davis; grandchildren, Lisa Steele and Cindy Chapman; great-grandson, Dylan Holstein; sister-in-law, Alberta Steele; and nephew, Geoffrey Steele. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, Richard Steele; daughter, Linda Steele Davis; and son, Rick Steele. Born in 1920, she grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 1941 and completing postgraduate work at Boston University. A talented writer from an early age, she won awards in statewide essay contests with her recent work published by The National Library of Poetry. She tutored children with reading difficulties in her home, enabling these children to become academic achievers. She was a generous, kind and caring person who cherished her family and many dear friends. Her courage and inner strength enabled her to overcome personal tragedies later in life while continuing to help many persons in need. She had great compassion for those less fortunate; was an avid birdwatcher; loved animals, roses, and everything in bloom, winning awards for her camellias entered into the Sacramento Camellia Festival. She was a long-time donor to the Humane Society of United States and other organizations concerned with the humane treatment of animals. Please make any contributions in her name to the Humane Society or local SPCA. Private services for the family.
The Press-Tribune, Roseville, Placer Co., CA, Friday, January 11, 2002
Betty Ellen Steele
6/16/20 - 1/3/02
Betty Ellen Steele was born June 16, 1920, in Pittsburgh, Pa. She passed away at home in Roseville on Jan. 3, 2002. Private graveside services at East Lawn Sierra Hills Cemetery. Arrangements by Chapel of the Valley.
Melody Rae (Murk) (Chapman) Steele died April 30, 2016, in Roseville, Placer Co., CA, at age 69.
The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento, Sacramento Co., CA, Sunday, May 8, 2016
Steele, Melody
In Roseville, April 30, age 69, surrounded by loving family after a brief, courageous battle with cancer. Survived by husband Robert Steele, children Lisa Steele and Cindy Chapman, sister Judy Wilson, nephew Kris Wilson, son-in-law Jeff Holstein and grandson Dylan Holstein. Melody also leaves a wide circle of longtime dear friends that she cared for greatly. Melody worked as an assistant in oral surgery, managed several home businesses, worked in retail sales and as a volunteer on behalf of various charitable organizations. She enjoyed fishing trips and local excursions with her husband Robert, family gatherings and special events with Jeff and Dylan, craft activities with her sister Judy and pursuing her passion for bingo which she shared with some of her closest friends. Melody was a beautiful woman loved by her family and friends who had a tender spot for those less fortunate. She will be greatly missed. Private family services.
Cindy A. Chapman was born March 18, 1972, in Sacramento Co., CA.
A son to Scott Dechaine and Cindy A. Chapman, November 13, 1993, Sacramento, CA.
Concrete Institute,
Society Experimental Stress Analysis (past officer).,
Other interests: Sports, hunting, energy research