Janie Buchanan Steele
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Obituary
Janie Ruth Buchanan Steele, age 78, went to be with the Lord on August 5, 2018. She was born on January 25, 1940 in Prairie Grove, AR to Thornton “Buck” and Maurine Mayes Buchanan. She married Jon D. Steele on July 11, 1958.
She was a long time resident of Farmington, where she attended Farmington schools, graduated from Peabody High School in Fayetteville, and attended the University of Arkansas. Jon and Janie briefly lived in California where their 3 children were born. In 1965 they returned to Farmington. She owned and operated a child care center at her home for many years. She was active in Farmington City Government, serving as a city council member, and recently working to document the history of Farmington. Janie was a long time active member of Farmington First Baptist Church. Her family and many friends remember her as strong willed, kind, compassionate, and giving.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sisters, Grace Parker and Sue Kapchuk and a granddaughter, Tara Edwards. She is survived by one son Jon Gary Steele of Los Angeles, CA; two daughters and sons-in-law, Beverly and Doug Edwards of Farmington; Deidre and Kenneth Ness of Farmington; one brother Henry Buchanan of Farmington; Four grandchildren, Stephanie Edwards Brown, Christy Edwards Wear, Adam Ness, and Monica Ness; five great-grandchildren Arabella Beard, Cadence Brown, Rosalynd Wear, Emmilynn Brown, and Haven Brown.
Visitation will be at the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove on Wednesday, August 8, 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Funeral will be will be Thursday August 9 at 1:00 P.M. at Farmington First Baptist Church. A Graveside Service will follow at the Farmington Cemetery.
She was a long time resident of Farmington, where she attended Farmington schools, graduated from Peabody High School in Fayetteville, and attended the University of Arkansas. Jon and Janie briefly lived in California where their 3 children were born. In 1965 they returned to Farmington. She owned and operated a child care center at her home for many years. She was active in Farmington City Government, serving as a city council member, and recently working to document the history of Farmington. Janie was a long time active member of Farmington First Baptist Church. Her family and many friends remember her as strong willed, kind, compassionate, and giving.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sisters, Grace Parker and Sue Kapchuk and a granddaughter, Tara Edwards. She is survived by one son Jon Gary Steele of Los Angeles, CA; two daughters and sons-in-law, Beverly and Doug Edwards of Farmington; Deidre and Kenneth Ness of Farmington; one brother Henry Buchanan of Farmington; Four grandchildren, Stephanie Edwards Brown, Christy Edwards Wear, Adam Ness, and Monica Ness; five great-grandchildren Arabella Beard, Cadence Brown, Rosalynd Wear, Emmilynn Brown, and Haven Brown.
Visitation will be at the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove on Wednesday, August 8, 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Funeral will be will be Thursday August 9 at 1:00 P.M. at Farmington First Baptist Church. A Graveside Service will follow at the Farmington Cemetery.
Funeral Service
1:00 pm
First Baptist Church in Farmington, Arkansas.
Visitation
5:30 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 00 22, Space 260
General
Jan 25, 1940
Aug 5, 2018
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Tributes
Gary, Bev, Deedee and Family, Am so sorry to hear of Janie's passing. I have many fond memories of Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners at your house as do Hayley and Justin. Over the years she was just so kind and nice to me, when I worked for the Farmington PD she was always very supportive. Years later I would see her at Walmart and we always managed to play catch up which ended in a big hug. I know how much she enjoyed family reunions, She is no doubt enjoying one in heaven with your Father, Gracie and Sue, Granny and Pappy Buck, little Tara and the rest of the family. She will be missed so much, what an impact she had on so many lives in Farmington. We are all blessed for having known her. I pray that God comforts you and gives you peace as you grieve the loss of your wonderful Mother.
Kathy Parker Mastalerz - Former Family Member / Friend
I am quite stunned and hugely sad right now.Janie always kept in touch with my mother until she died, and then faithfully called me multiple times a year.
I had her on my list to call her, as it had been a little longer this time since we had talked.I am grieved that i did not.
She loved all of you so much, as i know you loved her.She was kind and gentle......and put me to shame with her ability to keep involved with the community and family.
I will miss her terribly.
With love and a broken heart, Emjy (Mary Buchanan Shiver)
Mary Buchanan Shiver - Cousin ? and friend
Gary, Bev, Deedee....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families in this difficult time, yet-one in which we should find comfort and peace. Your mom was a gem, and a pillar of patience and love. I have such great memories of visiting you and swimming in the pool, and acting crazy around your house. All while your mother took care of whatever we needed, and seemed to have more patience than Job. We are all called to serve others and your mother was a model of excellence as she clearly understood what it meant to serve our Lord and others. What an example for us to take home, a great case study if you will. We love you all, and miss you much.
Rick & Gina Brewer
Rick & Gina Brewer - Nephew
Gary, Bev & Deedee, so sorry for the loss of your mother. Janie had an abundance of energy. She was always on the go & not only that she was so beautiful inside & out. Always helping every one in need. We pray the grace of God will comfort each of you. God bless your precious family. Nita & Morris.
Nita & Morris Daniel - Friends
Funeral Service
1:00 pm
First Baptist Church in Farmington, Arkansas.
Visitation
5:30 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 00 22, Space 260
General
Jan 25, 1940
Aug 5, 2018
78
Documents