KINGSBURY—Thomas C. Steele, 88, of Dean Road, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Glens Falls Hospital after a short illness.
He was born March 1, 1929, in Kingsbury, the son of the late Thomas W. and Gladys M. (Colson) Steele. He married Jane B. Middleton on Aug. 20, 1950.
Tom’s life was all about family, friends, and farming. Tom milked his first cow at the age of five and lived and breathed dairy farming from then on. As a dairy farmer, he was a keen businessman and ran a successful farm for decades. Tom was a committeeman for the FHA, ASC, and served on the Advisory Committee for Farm Credit East. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him.
He loved to spend time with his family. Those who knew Tom would remember him for his storytelling, unforgettable sense of humor, and sharp wit. Tom and Jane owned a camp on Hadlock Pond for 20 years and hosted an untold number of events with family and friends. He bowled with the Automotive League for nearly 40 years, was a charter member of the Barnstormers Snowmobile Club, and drew tractors over 25 years at the Washington County Fair. In his retirement, Tom loved to watch the world go by from his front porch waving at friends and strangers alike.
He was predeceased by his brother, James and his wife, Lucille.
He is survived by his wife, Jane of 67 years; his brother, Bob and his wife, Josephine; daughter, Debra Loftus (Peter), son, Cameron (Karen), daughter, Janet Spaulding (Gary); his son in law, Don Anderson; seven grandchildren, Scott Anderson (Jennifer), Kyle Anderson, Benjamin Steele (Shanna), Bryan Steele (Deann), Eric Spaulding (Johanna), Justin Spaulding (Melissa), Cary Kahmann (Ryan); step-grandchild, Shannon Spaulding; seven great grandchildren, Sophie Anderson, Katie, Bella and Noah Spaulding, Mason and Cayden Steele, Hudson Kahmann; great stepchildren, Ricky Chase and Emily Mitchell; in addition to several nieces, nephews and cousins.
There will be no calling hours as per Tom’s request. The family wishes that memorials be made to Kingsbury Baptist Church, c/o Sylvia Weaver 153 Dean Rd, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
I have so many warm memories of Uncle Tommy. He was so much fun and I have been the object of his sharp wit more than once. I am so sorry he is gone
Miss you dad! Looking forward to our reunion in eternity! Save me a seat!