Frederick Thomas Steel

Fred "Freddie" Steel sadly passed away on June 10, 2022, in Lakeland FL. Jackson High School basketball state champion starter, University of Michigan graduate, U.S. Marine, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. plant manager, proud father of 3 beautiful daughters, model grandfather of 6 exceptional grandchildren, scratch golfer, professional fisherman, savvy gambler, and the life of the party. These are the stories he told. His heartbroken high school sweetheart and trophy wife of 62 years, Judy, can now tell you the truth. Donations can be made to Retrieving Independence Service Dogs (riservicedogs.org) or Operation 300 (op300.org). Condolences may be sent to the family at www.heathfuneralchapel.com.