Elaine Wills Steele Obituary
The passing of Elaine Wills Steele of Rustburg, Virginia occurred on September 13, 2026. Elaine, born on July 30, 1941, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Elaine Wills Steele or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her husband Rudolph Lee Steele, Sr.; her parents, Lynn Franklin Wills, Sr. and Ruth Byrd Hart Wills; her son Roger Dale Steele; her daughter-in-law Melissa Steele; and her brothers, Lynn F. "Sonny" Wills, Jr., Richard M. "Dickie" Wills, David A. Wills, Roy S. Wills and Mark Wills.
She is survived by: her sons, Rudolph L. "Scooter" Steele, Jr. (Debbie) and Randall S. "Red" Steele; her grandchildren, Jessica Hollon (Anthony) and Christopher Hargis (Lauren Roach); her great grandchild William Hollon; her sister Teresa Gipson; and her close friends, Kathy Colbird and Michelle Dobson. She is also survived by many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 17th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Jubilee Baptist Church (216 Crews Shop Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24504). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 17th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
