Kenneth "Kenny" C. Steel

                    Kenneth C. “Kenny” Steel, 84, Lawrence Lake Twp. MN, died in his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

                   Born on December 1, 1939, in Nevis, MN, he was the son of Cyril and June (Castle) Steel. He married Rhoda Stevens on May 16, 1963. He and Rhoda moved to the Lawrence Lake area where they built their home and established, owned and operated Steel Logging.  He was a member of TPA for many years, started metal works after retirement 24 years ago.  He loved deer hunting, fishing, metal work, but he also enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and all his loyal companions doing “doggie daycare” while everyone was at work. 

                   Survivors include his children: Karla (Steve) Merhar and Brian (Jeannine) Steel both of Bovey, his Grandchildren; Tarryn (Jeff Lapinski) Steel of Grand Rapids, Tommy Merhar of Hendersonville, TN, Gabe Steel, Bovey, MN, and Ben (Ally Erickson) Steel, Kaukauna, WI, along with his Great-grandchild; Finlee Steel, Siblings: Sharon (Bob) Hauff and Sandra Steel, both of Grand Rapids, Steve Steel, Bovey, MN, Danny Steel, and Mark (Kathy) Steel of Hibbing, Janice (Marvin) Hurrly of Minneapolis, and many nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors, and his dog family that he loved taking care of. 

          He was preceded in death by his wife, Rhoda (Stevens) Steel, parents, and his beloved dog, Whoopie. 

                   There will be a Gathering of Family and Friends for him from 1:00-4:00 PM, on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Kenny’s house: 27461 E. Hanson Lake Road, Grand Rapids.

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