Edith Loraine Steelman

Edith Loraine Steelman, 94, of Ashland, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2016, at Ashland Healthcare. Edith was born on September 2, 1922, in Ashland, the daughter of Jasper James and Beulah Gaudy Jones (Griffin). She was united in marriage to Hurschel P. Steelman on November 2, 1945, in Jefferson City. He preceded her in death in 1978. Edith retired from Food Service at the University of Missouri after 20 years of service. Prior to the University, she worked at Lenoir Home and Oberman's Factory in Jefferson City. Edith spent her life enjoying spending time with her son, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her most joyful days were when her grandchildren came to visit. Survivors include her son, Jesse Lee (Bev) Steelman of Ashland; one sister, Goldie Rippeto of Ashland; three grandsons, Shawn (Jamie) Steelman, Shannon (Faith) Steelman and Scott (Amber) Steelman; seven great-grandchildren, Marideth Metcalf, Fletcher McCune and Johnna McCune, Hayden Steelman, Reese Steelman, Madison Steelman and Gracie Steelman. She was also preceded in death by her parents and three brothers. Funeral Services will be held at Robinson Funeral Home on Monday, November 28, 2016, at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior. Burial will follow in the New Salem Cemetery, Ashland, Mo. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to New Salem Cemetery or to Hospice Compassus in care of the family, P.O. Box 114, Ashland, MO 65010. Arrangements were under the care of the Robinson Funeral Home, 601 N. Henry Clay Blvd., Ashland, MO 65010.