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Mrs. Lori L. Steelman

Mrs. Lori L. Steelman

  • October 24, 1957 - January 27, 2012
  • Adel, Iowa
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“You will be miss very much. I remember when we were kids coming over to Grandma Cassler's house wehn we were all alittle (younger) :) and playing...Read More » ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Theresa - Des Moines , IA

“Lori, we are all going to miss you but you go on to a better place to be with God, your mom & other loved ones. It still dosen't make it better for...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Michael Cassler - Altoona, IA

“I will never forget you and your smile ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: CJ - des moines, IA - friend

“We will miss you on our float trips. It just won't be the same. ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Barb Farrow - Windsor Heights, IA

“you are going to be missed by all ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Mary Allison - Des Moines, IA

“You will be greatly missed by all who loved you! Rest In Peace Lori!!! ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Marcy Emehiser - Rockford, IL

“I remember Lori as being a very kind hearted person who was always smiling. Lori had an infectious laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Paula [Love] Kuhns - Redfield, IA

“I send my deepest condolences. Psalm 55:22 ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Amy Sharpe - Hampton, GA


Lori Steelman, 54, took her solo ride on January 27, 2012 at Mercy Hospice surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at Merle Hay Funeral Home with burial to follow at Harper Cemetery in Redfield, IA. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home Tuesday evening.

Lori was born October 24, 1957 in Des Moines and married Patrick Steelman, the love of her life, on June 18, 1977. They had two children, Nathan and Nakia Steelman.

Lori became a Registered Nurse in 1991 after graduating from DMACC and began her career at Mercy Medical Center. In December 1994, she began working at Broadlawns Medical Center where she eventually became Clinic Nurse Supervisor, a position she held until her passing. Lori loved being a nurse and enjoyed all aspects of her profession.

In her free time, Lori enjoyed riding Harleys with Pat and going on trips with family members. She recently learned to ride on her own. Lori also enjoyed the Girls' Annual Camping trips to Lake Anita with her family as well as her annual canoe trips with her high school girlfriends. Family and friends were extremely important to Lori and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Lori was preceded in death by her mother, Sonya Atkins and brother-in-law, Steve Harrison.

In addition to her husband of 34 years, survivors include son, Nathan (Jennifer) Steelman of Adel; daughter, Nakia Steelman (Dave Stonehocker) of Adel; grandchildren, Sebastion, Lyberty and Dane Steelman and one on the way; siblings: Cheryl Harrison of Adel, Tracie Madren (Matt Hicks) of Redfield, Wes Atkins of Adel and Matt Atkins (Brooks) of Humboldt; 37 nieces and nephews; parents-in-law, Cordell and Janet Steelman of Adel; siblings-in-law, Cindy (Larry) Stepp, Scott Steelman (Nicci Jolesch) and Steve (Kim) Steelman; as well as extended family and many friends.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for later donations made to Lori's favorite charities.