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Rev. Thomas Lee Steelman

08/30/1947 - 05/22/2024

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Obituary For Rev. Thomas Lee Steelman

Rev. Thomas Lee Steelman, 76, of Mount Hope, WV passed Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

​Born August 30, 1947 in Beckley, WV, he was the son of the late Joseph and Julia Mae Moore Steelman.

​Rev. Steelman was a retired a foreman/coal miner for the Eastern Coal Company; he pastored at Summerlee Baptist Church and First Union Church, Mt. Hope and was the Pastor and Founder of Outreach for Christ Christian Center, Beckley, WV.

​Rev. Steelman, in addition to his parents, was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard “Dickie”, Robert and Eddie Steelman; and sisters, Joann Steelman and Rose M. Cobb.

​Those left to cherish precious memories are his wife, Jean; children, Julia Steelman McCullough, Thomas Steelman Jr., Betty Steelman Flournoy, Louise A. (Leonard) Powell of Glen Jean, WV; sister, Mary E. (Clement) Harbour of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, Angelique Steelman, Monicea Steelman, Racceion Steelman, Romario Spence, Bernicea Steelman, Nafi Tucker, James Leftwich, Sade Nelson, Marque Stone, Shuaib Steelman, Rafiq Steelman, Shamilah Steelman, Sabihas Steelman, Salahudin Steelman, Amir Steelman, Saddiqa Steelman, Lindsay Powell and Tyrone Powell; great-grandchildren, Amir Nelson, Jade Nelson, Lillana Perdue, Breman Perdue, Celeste Perdue, Shafiq Steelman, Ameena Steelman, Rafael Steelman, Superior Steelman, Sierra Hall, Josiah Jeanniton, Adonis Vanderloop, Marleigh Powell and Myleigh Powell; brother-in-law, James Ambler; sister-in-law, Alice Ambler; special friend, Robert “Spoon” Robinson; many nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Outreach for Christ Christian Center 416 "G" St. Beckley with Rev. Onnie Cook officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Beckley.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may visit with the family one-hour prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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  • 09/24/2024

  • 06/05/2024

    Jean and family I'm sorry for your loss. May he continue to live on in each of you. Hold on to those precious memories and trust in God.

  • 06/02/2024

    I just learned of Pastor Steelman's transition. My sincere condolences to Lady Jean Steelman and the Steelman family. Sending prayers and healing thoughts for you and the church family. May his transition be glorious and fond memories live on in your hearts. Oneida Gilbert

  • 06/02/2024

    To the Family og Rev. Steelman: "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hill fron whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. The lord is my keeper. He shall preserve thy soul. Psalm 121: 1-2, 5, 7. Our deepest condolences to the Steelman family in the passing of Rev. Steelman. I can remember him and his family when he pastored the St. Paul Babpist Church at Mead, WV. Remember that our God is our help and keeper of our soul. Arnita Mitchell Branch and the Mitchell Family.

  • 05/31/2024

    Just a few words of comfort for the family and friends and the Church, Let not your heart be trouble, but believe in God also believers in me truly know that He is whom He say He Is. He is Our I am forever and ever. My true deepest sympathy to the family for strength and power. Know that the Lord love you all. The Mahan's Family

  • 05/31/2024

    A GREAT MAN OF GOD... REST ON PASTOR...GOD BLESS YOU IN GLORY 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Sincerely Edward and Kimberley Sanders

  • 05/31/2024

    My pastor that I will forever cherish. Truly a Man of God. I remember Summerlee Baptist Church, then the move to Outreach for Christ Christian Center & the radio & the Quartet & going to all the churches in the area watching & listening as my mother & aunt sang & this great preacher taught us about God: "Not by might nor by power but by my spirit" says the Lord. I thank God for your life.

  • 05/30/2024

    A true Man of God. The first preacher that came out of MT Zion Baptist Church. He was one my uncle Billy's close friends. God bless his family and church family. Steven J Lewis

  • 05/29/2024

    To Lady Jean Steelman, the Family and Church Family of Pastor Thomas Steelman. It was with much sadness that we learned of the transition of Pastor Thomas Steelman. Pastor Steelman will be remembered as a true man of God who didn't preach to be popular but preached the Truth. I would often listen to his Sunday morning radio show and throughly enjoyed the music and the Word of the Lord. It was an honor to know him. We pray that God will give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Thessalonians 4:13-14 Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. Humbly submitted, Kenneth Jr. and Connie Starkey Family

  • 05/29/2024

    One of my best friends that I have had he listen and tried to help anyone whom ever needed it. I just can't say enough. You will be truly missed by me.

  • 05/28/2024

    Our deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and church family of Pastor Thomas Steelman, truly a man of God. He always had a kind word to say and a beautiful smile when we would run into him, may God strengthen you in this difficult time.

  • 05/27/2024

    Rev. Steelman was my Pastor for many years. Under his ministry, I learned many Biblical Principles that I live by till this day. I thank GOD that I was blessed to know this anointed man of GOD. To Sis. Steelman and family we are praying that our Heavenly Father will comfort and strengthen you now and in the days ahead in the Mighty Name of Jesus Christ Sincerely Sonia Smith and Family

  • 05/26/2024

    Rev. Tommy Steelman, a God Fearing holy Ghost spirited vessel and Man of God! Also, a long time Family Friend for well over 50 years.We will certainly miss him..Rest in Peace no more pain. Forever in our hearts! ❤️To Jean we love you❤️ and will be praying for your comfort and peace now and the days to follow. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 "I have fought a good fight,I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge,will award me on that day:and not only to me but also to all who have loved His appearing."

  • 05/26/2024

    To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Sending Condolences an Love to the Steelman Family. Hold on tight Jesus will fix it for you. Rev. Steelman was a Real true man of God he did what he was called to do he will be missed. Myself an Family will always carry him in our hearts for he was a big impact words of wisdom an love heartfelt caring. He planted so many seeds of direction knowledge an wisdom. Spoke life into your life. He taught you what Jesus wants an how to let it come to life. Myself an Family will never forget Rev Steelman. Rest Well you have received your wings. Your Teaching will never be forgotten. Love to all the Steelman Family. Patricia Nicholes

  • 05/26/2024

    Our Condolences and Prayers to Rev. Steelman Family and Church Family, may God comfort you in this hour of mourning, continue to lift your head up unto hills where your strength come. Rev. Steelman Man Of God, will be greatly missed. The massager sleep but his message live on, forever in our hearts🕊️🌹🕊️ Rev. Charles & Lady Minister Gloria Brown, Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Carlise

  • 05/26/2024

    To the Steelman Family, We the Chaplains of Beckley ARH, extend our deepest condolences to you! We were honored to have had such an awesome man of God be a part of our program. He was indeed a real man of God that saw results in his prayers for the patients and staff! He will be terribly missed. We thank God for the time he served! May God bless you all and keep you in His Care. We thank you for He touched our hearts and lives with the Love of Jesus! God Bless you All Chaplaincy Program of Beckley ARH

  • 05/25/2024

    Prayers and Condolences to The Steelman Family. Rest in Peace Rev.Steelman.

  • 05/25/2024

    Blessed of the dead Which die In the Lord they rest from the labors and that works do follow them deeply sadden of the passing of such a bold soldier. May God of peace and comfort give you strength for such a time. Is this First Lady Steelman and the entire family know that we care and are praying for you done by the order First Baptist Church White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia Rev. Greg E Scott, Pastor

  • 05/24/2024

    I thank God for putting this beautiful man of God in my life. He has taught me, gave me guidance and advice, been a 2nd father to me since I was a teen. When his spirit left this world I felt it, that's how much The Lord loves me. He has been a powerful, spiritual force and made an impact on countless lives by bringing them to the Lord. He showed us how to walk by faith, cast out evil spirits, taught us to speaki life because there's power in the tongue. He taught us to forgive from the heart and head, not only others but ourselves as well. He and Sister Steelman are family to the Randall/Wallace's and I'm sure these sentiments are shared by so many. They have given me so much love and sound Godly advice throughout the years. I could go on and on about MY Pastor....I love and miss you.

  • 05/24/2024

    Our deepest sympathy to Jean, the Ambler and Steelman families. May God grant you comfort during your time of bereavement.

  • 05/24/2024

  • 05/24/2024

    Our deepest sympathy to Jean and the Steelman and Ambler family. Always put your faith in God and He will give you the strength to carry on.

  • 05/23/2024

    My sincere prayer and condolences to family church and friends! May God strengthen and comfort you and give you peace during this difficult time!

  • 05/23/2024

    To the Steelman family. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers. May God continue to bless and watch over you. Sincerely Clifford and Eileen Washington

  • 05/23/2024

    Sending so much love and prayers to the family he was a wonderful man and I thank him for all he did for me 🫶🏽 ~Jatoria

  • 05/23/2024

    Pastor was my spiritual father, and my pastor, I will truly miss him, the words that he spoke to me was food to my spirit. To Sister Stealmen who is my spiritual mother you are in my prayers as well as the family. I have so many wonderful memories of pastor that there is not enough space to write them all.

  • 05/22/2024

    Deepest sympathy to family may God bless you Pryor familt

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