Brian Steele Obituary (2023) – Auburn, WA

Brian Edward Steele

June 5, 1967 – April 21, 2023

We are sad to announce the death of Brian Edward Steele, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, co-worker and friend to many. Comforted by his wife and sons, Brian passed away at the age of 55, on April 21, 2023.

Brian was born on June 5, 1967, to Ronald and Naomi Steele in Honolulu, Hawaii, where his father was stationed in the Navy. He lived much of his youth in Connecticut until moving with his parents and siblings to their home state of Wisconsin.

Upon graduation from Stoughton High School in 1985, Brian attended college for a year before making the proud decision to enlist in the Navy. He graduated from Nuclear Power School, Orlando, FL, and served as a Nuclear Engineer on a submarine for several years. A serious car accident involving a drunk driver left Brian with disabling injuries and ended his naval career.

It was during his last few months in the Navy that Brian met his wife, Colleen, a Jersey…