Shirley Steele Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Shirley Steele of Maumelle, Arkansas, born in Greenup, Kentucky, who passed away on January 20, 2026 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Steele to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Shirley had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Shirley may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clarence Palmer and Emma Marshall Palmer; her husband Merdy "Buddy" Steele; and her siblings, James Palmer, Elijaha Palmer, Charles Palmer, Pauline Osborne and Verna Corns.
She is survived by: her children, Philip Steele (Michelle) of Little Rock and Angela Gazaway (Mark) of Kansas City, MO; and her siblings, Butch Palmer of Midland, TX and Deloris Hall of Greenup. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family.
