Jacqueline “Jackie” Steeby, age 66, of Caledonia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 2, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Dorothy South. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Al; sisters, Jo Anne South and Chrystal Isbell. Jackie graduated from Caledonia High School in 1970, Michigan State in 1974, and her masters in Agriculture and Extension Education in 1991. Memorial services will be held on Saturday 11am at Gaines United Brethren Church, 1612 92nd St. SW, Caledonia, with Rev Kelly Burnside officiating. Interment Hooker Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St., Caledonia. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Caledonia FFA Alumni Chapter or Faith Hospice.
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December 08, 2018 4:58pm
Al, So sorry t hear the word of Jackie's passing.
She was so full of pep, life, and encouragement for all. Our prayers are with you in this trying time.
George and Inez Hubka
- George Hubka
December 05, 2018 11:12am
So sorry for your loss Mr. Steeby. I know she positively impacted me and many others in our community. Prayers for you and your family Al.
- Josh Haywood
December 05, 2018 8:58am
Al, I know this has been a difficult journey for both of you. Know that Jackie has found peace and that your many friends are thinking of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Mike Kovacic
December 04, 2018 5:40am
Deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers for you Al.
- Carl & Bonnie Hofstra
December 04, 2018 5:24am
Al, you knew Jackie was one of the sparks that lit up our Class of 1970 at CHS — you married her! My heart is heavy today but lifted by the memory of Jackie’s sharp, wry wit, her unstoppable good nature and supportive spirit. Memory eternal.
- John Barfuss
December 03, 2018 7:04pm
Mr. Steeby so sorry to hear of your loss of Ma Steeby. She was such a blessing to know in my life. I will always cherish all the memories we shared at Aunt Kelly's farm house and down at the Kent County Youth Fair. She truly left many memories with so many people and helped so many people in her life. She was such a great person to my mom also.
Stephanie McKay (Carpenter)
Karen Carpenter
- Stephanie McKay
December 03, 2018 2:47pm
Al, Chris, Jo, nieces, nephews, thinking of you all.
- Suzanne
December 03, 2018 1:41pm
So sorry to hear Al. I will always remember her wonderful laugh and jokes that got me through my Masters program at MSU. My prayers are with you at this time. Thinking of you. Tammy Hyatt
- Tammy Hyatt
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