Raymond P. Steele, 77, of Franklin, died Sunday, June 23, 2013 at the Tippett Home in Needham. He was the beloved husband of Beverly (Uvezian) Steele for the past 38 years.
Born in Brockton on February 5, 1936, he was a resident of Franklin for the past 3 years and formerly resided in Medfield.
Before his retirement, Mr. Steele worked as a nurse’s aide at the Medfield and Wrentham State Hospitals for 40 years.
Mr. Steele enjoyed fishing and camping and was devoted to his wife and children. He had a wonderful sense of humor.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter Valerie Ellis of Attleboro, a son Raymond Steele of Franklin and five grandchildren.
Graveside services will take place privately at Union Street Cemetery in Franklin.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Steele’s memory may be made to the Medway Community Church, 193 Main St., Medway, MA 02053.
Arrangements are under the care of the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin; 131 Main St., Franklin (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com).