Robert D. Steelman

Robert D. Steelman, age 64 of West Branch left his earthly home for eternal life surrounded by the love of his family following a long illness. Preceding him in death are his parents, Delbert and Cecelia Steelman. He is survived by his wife Maryanne, sons Clifton and Evelyn Gross of Standish, Robert Steelman II of Illinois and daughter Sheri and William Sanderson of Comins, grandchildren Kimberlea Brown, Steven Deacey and Rachel and Kyle Sanderson, brother Donald Steelman of West Branch and sister in law Katie Gordon of Clio, as well as aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob married the former Maryanne Kuehl on April 14, 1973 in West Branch. He served his country as a naval aviator during the Vietnam era. He retired as an operating engineer, working in highway construction for many years. He was a member of West Branch Lodge #376, F&AM and a past Worthy Patron of Zion Rose #117 Order of Eastern Star and a member of the First United Methodist Church in West Branch. Visitation at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch will begin on Friday November 26, 2004 from 2-9 P.M. There will be a Eastern Star Service at 7:00 P.M. and a Masonic Service at 7:30 P.M. at the funeral home. The Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday November 27, 2004 at the funeral home. Rev. Mark Miller will officiate. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Helping Hands, West Branch or to the First United Methodist Church Memorial Garden.