Condolences to the Steepleton family.
As a neighborhood kid growing up on Lee Street Jerry was a good role model of a man for me, he had character, was honest, loyal, trustworthy, and always good-natured.
He and Colleen always made me feel like an extended part of the Steepleton family.
The world will miss you…rest in peace Jerry.
Greg Cram
April 9, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Steepleton Family, may you find comfort in the hearts of those he touched for nothing loved is ever lost as he was loved by so many.
Sue (Kral) McKinney
March 21, 2018
Our prayers for Jerry and his family. We have known Jerry from the time he placed the first bottle of milk at our doorstep. How could you forget him? Over the years he and Colleen were friends we'd see at Mass and other events at St. Pius. He must have been born with a smile on his face and joke on his lips. He'll have St. Peter in stitches. God bless all.
Helen and Dale Kueter
March 21, 2018
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. We Loved Uncle Jerry and will always be grateful for the fun memories with him??so sorry we couldn't be there today. Love Y'all. Steve and Deanna Reilly
Steve and Deanna Reilly
March 21, 2018
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. We Loved Uncle Jerry and will always be grateful for the fun memories with him??so sorry we couldn't be there today. Love Y'all. Steve and Deanna Reilly
Steve and Deanna Reilly
March 21, 2018
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. We Loved Uncle Jerry and will always be grateful for the fun memories with him??so sorry we couldn't be there today. Love Y'all. Steve and Deanna Reilly
Steve and Deanna Reilly
March 21, 2018
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. We Loved Uncle Jerry and will always be grateful for the fun memories with him??so sorry we couldn't be there today. Love Y'all. Steve and Deanna Reilly
Steve and Deanna Reilly
March 21, 2018
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. We Loved Uncle Jerry and will always be grateful for the fun memories with him??so sorry we couldn't be there today. Love Y'all. Steve and Deanna Reilly
Steve and Deanna Reilly
March 21, 2018
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. We Loved Uncle Jerry and will always be grateful for the fun memories with him??so sorry we couldn't be there today. Love Y'all. Steve and Deanna Reilly
Steve and Deanna Reilly
March 21, 2018
I remember Jerry fondly from when I was a kid on Danbury Street perpendicular to Lee that Jerry, Colleen and their family lived on. He always had a smile. Just as he did when I took my mother Betty to see he and Colleen maybe 18 years ago, and again to see Jerry, still on Lee, perhaps 5 or 6 years ago. He smiled and said, "You look more like your father than your father," and laughed as liked to do. I miss those days in Noelridge where we all knew each other, where we were all friends, and too young to imagine those times could ever end. I miss Jerry's generation more with each one we lose. I'll remember them always.
Brett Williams
March 20, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Steepleton family. I always enjoyed visiting with Jerry. He was a good man and he will be missed. Rest in peace, Jerry.
Larry Origer
March 20, 2018
My deepest sympathies to you all in the loss of Jerry. My memories are of babysitting for the whole crew decades ago when we all lived in Noelridge. Jerry, of course, always had a joke to share or a funny story to tell. I hope you find comfort in the many memories you have.
Sue (Williams) Benton
March 20, 2018
Condolences to the Steepleton family.
Jerry will missed by all that knew him.
Cousin Dale &Phyllis Kelly
John D Kelly
March 20, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family. I remember many conversations with Brenda at Loras College about her dad. Brenda, your love and affection for your dad and your mother were so evident every time you talked about them. I hope cherished memories are giving you and the rest of your family comfort at this very sad time. You are in my thoughts.
Carole Teator
March 20, 2018
Jerry was one of nicest people I ever met. My deepest sympathy & prayers for the family. He will be definitely be missed.
John McSwiggin
March 19, 2018
My heart broke with the passing of Jerry Steepleton: My Brother, Friend, Mentor, Story-Teller, and Hero. I find it hard to believe a man who has been a part of my life for 68 years has passed. I know he shares the Joy of Heaven in the arms of his Beloved Wife Colleen, and daughter Sherri Ann We lit a candle on our Offrendas for him, we add his picture. and we sing " Remember me, Though I have to say goodbye
Remember me"
Joseph L Steepleton
March 19, 2018
My sympathy goes out to Jerry's family. So many great memories of the Steepleton family! Jerry was so personable when he delivered his product to the courthouse!
Mary
March 19, 2018
My deepest condolences to your family. Brenda has always talked so lovingly about her extended family, particularly, I think, her dad. (I have to say she has told some pretty funny stories too!) The love that your family shares is evident in those stories and in the type of person Brenda is and the type of mom she has become. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you peace and comfort. God bless.
Kara Bishop
March 19, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family. I remember many conversations with Brenda at Loras College about her dad. Brenda, your love and affection for your dad and your mother were so evident every time you talked about them. I hope cherished memories are giving you and the rest of your family comfort at this very sad time. You are in my thoughts.
Carole Teator
March 19, 2018
Jerry and our parents started St. Pius X and we grew up giving him a workout delivering milk as his best customer. Sometimes the six kids in the family would be waiting on the porch in the early morning helping him carry the bottles because we were out. We had two milk cases and then three was not enough. Our dad and Jerry always were talking about the "kids" after mass while we patiently waited for them to finish. We offer our heartfelt condolences from the O'Brien Family and our mother Estelle who is at a loss over this news to the Steepleton Family for Jerry, your cornerstone. May God grant eternal rest on to his soul.
Estelle, Mary, Elizabeth, JC, John and Patrick O'Brien
March 19, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the Steepleton family. I grew up know that Jerry would deliver our milk, have a cup of coffee. . He always had a joke to tell. He always had a smile and a laugh to share. He was a kind gentle man. Share taking pbj toast and frying it instead of using the toaster which worked super. He was a good friend to all he met. If you met him later he was the same man as from my childhood.
Sheri and Jim Hofer
March 19, 2018
There are no words for us to express our thanks and appreciation to Jerry, Colleen, and the kids for the friendship and support we experienced through our years of fighting leukemia together. From our first meeting through our years of Parent Support Group our bond was very special. We knew the days would come when we could no longer pick up the phone and visit with our special friends, but the bond we had cannot be broken. We can only imagine the reunion that took place and the St. Paddy's celebration that was held when Jerry met Colleen once again!!! May the strength of wonderful parents and the promises of our Lord comfort you. You had the best!
Joyce and Harold Hutchins
March 19, 2018
If you hear thunder without lightning, I believe it is the Angels, Saints, Holy men and Holy women reacting to one of Jerry's one-liners! Jerry's wit was quicker than lightning, so I don't think it could keep up.
Jerry is in a lot of my memories and they all make me smile! His wit was always there, to turn around my worries or to make a "situation" filled with laughter. My 5 year old neighbor spilled a giant lemonade at the UNI Dome right in front of Jerry. By the time I came back with a replacement, Jerry had people thinking that "he just couldn't hold it or make it to the bathroom in time". The little girl was charmed by his humor and didn't feel bad about the spilled lemonade. A variation on "lemons to lemonade", but Jerry was so quick.
I also benefitted from learning how to have a great family focus from Jerry and Colleen. I don't think Kathy and I ever approached their collective skill, but their role modeling was invaluable to Kathy and I.
Jerry loved watching his grandkids in all types of activities. I just loved being around Jerry when he watched them.
I'll look up to Jerry in heaven, but I looked up to him while he was on earth. Saying "so long for now" to one of your betters is a mixture of sadness and gladness, knowing that he is reunited and free from physical maladies.
May the family join together in Celebration of a Life lived to the fullest. There is certainly a time for grieving, but family and friends have a thousand thanks to give...and beyond.
May God Bless the memory of Jerry Steepleton!
And I don't think I know this for sure, but I've heard it is "Pants Optional" in God's Grace.
Jeff & Kathy Thorsteinson and Matt
March 18, 2018
Condolences to Rick, Michele Kral Steepleton and all the Steepleton family. Jerry Steepleton was a fine man who made my life immeasurably richer on Lee Street, while Rick and I were growing up. May perpetual light shine upon Mr. Steepleton.
Kevin Wymore
March 18, 2018
You were such a great father and friend to me Dad and I'll never forget the things I learned from you....You always had a smile on your face and a joke on your lips...I believe I got my sense of humor from you and for that I am very grateful....I will always remember your winter trips to my house from AZ, to FL to CA....It was the highlight of my winter months....Rest peacefully with Mom, Sherri Ann and Aunt Sharon...I will love you forever...
Theresa Nance
March 18, 2018