Christopher D. Steele Jr., affectionately called by his middle name David, passed away July 19, 2023, at his residence in Westerville, Ohio. He was born June 1, 1979, in Columbus, Ohio.
David graduated from Lincoln High School of Gahanna in 1998 where he played football and wrestled and attended The University of Cincinnati. David was baptized at Love Zion Missionary Baptist Church at a young age by pastor Jesse L. Wood. David was an entrepreneur with a passion for driving trucks. David loved cooking and spending time with his family and friends, especially his only child, Arionna. You would often see him on his motorcycle or spending time in some water; he was a true fish and even swam for the Boys and Girls Club swim team as a kid. David was a true protector and often thought he was the dad or big brother even though he was the 2nd oldest. He had a smile that could light up a room and the most devious yet loving laugh. David was predeceased by his grandparents, Sherman and Laurce Flint and Christopher and Wilma Steele, and father, Christopher D. Steele. Left to cherish his memories are his Daughter, Arionna Steele and her mother Kelly and children Neveah and James; loving Girlfriend, Elizabeth “Beth” Tinkler and her children Taiwan, Giovanni, Victoria and Savannah; Mother, Marilynne D. Flint; Sister, Juwana D. Steele; Brothers, Brandon D. Steele and Christian (Kelli) Steele; Nephews, Ernesto, Diego, Geo and Sherman; Nieces, Natasia, Kalli and Carli; Great Niece, Leilani; Aunts, Gerri “Lucy” (George) Simms and Debbie Steele; God Mother, Malva “Toni” Alexander and a host of cousins and friends.
Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Love Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 1459 Madison Ave.. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Steele Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com
Marilyn my deepest sympathies to you and the family. Praying for comfort and peace.
Condolences and Prayers are in Divine Order to You Cousin Marilyn and The Family. May God Give You Peace that Surpasses all understanding . Sending Love and Hugs. Love The Rankin Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with Dave’s family and friends.Especially his mother Marilynn,daughter Arionna,and girlfriend Elizabeth Tinkler. May God send comfort and strength to all of you. Love Veronica Tinker
Dear Marilynne, Words can not express my deepest sympathy during your loss. Please know that I am praying for your strength and faith in knowing that Jesus Christ will hold you in his loving arms. Your Friend and Sister in Christ…Shirley
My sincere condolences to Dave’s family and my dear friend Beth
You will be missed David. You were a great father and friend. So many good times we had as kids and adults. Now you will be the Guardian Angel for your daughter and family. God Bless my friend ❤️
Sending our sincere condolences during this time. Praying for peace, strength and understanding. We love you family.
Marilyn’s,
I want to express my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you during this time of loss. Though we may not see each other often, you are and will always be family to me. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, not only today but in the challenging days ahead. May God cover you and yours and the peace that passes all understanding. Love you family. ❤️ Grace and peace.
Marilynne,
I want to express my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you during this time of loss. Though we may not see each other often, you are and will always be family to me. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, not only today but in the challenging days ahead. May God cover you and yours and grant you the peace that passes all understanding. Love you family. ❤️ Grace and peace.
Damn Dave! this one is very hard to Swallow, you will definitely be missed and 18th is not going to be the same without you. Gone way to soon and rest peacefully my brotha. Until we meet again❤️
Gerald and Tasha Howard
My sincere condolences to Marilyn and your family, at this time of bereavement. I never met David, but I’m sure he was a GREAT man of God. May the “Peace of God” be with you.
Sincerely. The Poindexter family.
David I will always consider you to be my brother from another Mother” Juwana and Mommy and Brandon I love you all always and forever ❤️ My prayers will be you for life!
David I will always consider you to be my brother from another Mother” Juwana and Mommy and Brandon I love you all always and forever ❤️ My prayers will be with you for life!
Maryland we the Hill-Lipsey family are here for you and the family during this time and lifting you up in prayer when I was on Facebook I always enjoyed the photos that you would share of you and the family outings I remember telling you once I need to hang out with you all always out and about with family laughter and fun we just a phone call away we love you and God send them strength during this time in Jesus name ❤️
Sending my deepest condolences. May he rest in eternal peace.
Regards,
Sello Lyons
Former classmate, GLHS class of 1998
You were always a good Son Brother and Family Man. I’ll never forget all the good times in Gahanna when we were kids in the 80s. I’m glad our Mothers worked together and became friends. You were always extended Family. May you rest easy ❤
Marilynn, Arionna, Juwana, Brandon and Christian So sorry for your loss! A soul gone way to soon. Cherish the memories because that’s all we have.
My deepest love and condolences to you and your family. Will always love you like a Brother, David. May God give you strength and peace on this day.
Our sincerest condolences to David’s family and friends. May God comfort you all.❤️
Marilyn… You have my deepest condolences God makes no mistakes …GOD LOOKED AROUND HIS GARDEN AND FOUND AN EMPTY SPACE . THEN HE LOOKED DOWN UPON THIS EARTH AND SAW YOUR TIRED FACE HE PUT HIS ARMS AROUND YOU AND LIFTED YOU TO REST… GOD’S GARDEN MUST BE BEAUTIFUL… HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST… HE IS IN GOD’S CARE LOVE YOU MARILYN
To Marilyn and family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your son. May he rest in peace.
Sending prayers of comfort. May God wrap his loving arms around the family during this time as we honor the beautiful life of “David”. I appreciate your gifts, talents and love that you gave graciously to your family, as well as to the community. Rest In peace. ❤️
Hey cuz,
Just wanted u to know once again how sorry I am in the loss of David! My prayers and condolences r with u today and always. I tried to get service online to no avail so I could semi b there. I love u cuz!
My sincere and deepest condolences to the family. Praying that God will send His comfort during this time. With much love
Chris was a very nice, knowledgeable man. A gentle giant. I hadn’t known him long, however , he told me that we are like his Family . The last time I spoke with Chris, he was giving information on diabetes. We send your Family Prayers .and Blessings
Sincerely.. Attorney Larry W. Thomas and Ms. Gladys. Rest in Heaven Chris