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David Wayne "Dave" Steely, 38, of San Angelo went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 in San Angelo. Dave was born April 28, 1977 in Landstuhl, Germany to David K. and Della Bryant Steely. He grew up in Cheyenne, Wyoming and his family moved to San Angelo in 1992. After graduating from Central High School in 1995, Dave worked numerous positions in various jobs and in the spring of 2000 took over Bob's Wash Service as proprietor along with his father, David, to present day.
Dave was a loving son, brother, husband, father and friend who devoted his life to his family and friends. He married the love of his life, Dawn Howard on October 14, 2000 and they shared 14 beautiful years together. Out of this loving marriage, came their greatest accomplishment Autumn Elizabeth Steely.
His true passions in life were soccer and golf. From a young age he played soccer and as he got older he played interstate soccer with the Cheyenne Sting. Dave's passion turned to golf. He loved playing every chance he could. Dave loved traveling to Wyoming every year to play in the Wyoming State Open and played at the amateur level for a number of years. He achieved his P.A.T in 2002 being only one of two players to achieve this out of 142 golfers. He decided to declare his professional status in 2007. One of his achievements was winning the Concho Valley Championship at Quicksand Golf course here in San Angelo, with his beloved brother by his side as caddy.
Dave's passions were only surpassed by the love he had for his family, including his beautiful daughter Autumn who he cherished and loved watching her play soccer. He was as genuine a human being as there is. His love for you was honest coming from a sincere heart and unfailing. His defense of you was fierce -- and unwavering. His trustworthiness was true. His work ethic, faultless. His acceptance of his family was complete. His promise to care for Dawn was steadfast and fulfilled. His fatherhood toward Autumn was impeccable. He was her #1 fan. His attitude caused others around him to feel better about themselves and do better. His encouragement was not flattery but sincere words meant to up lift and support. His life if emulated would instantly cure many of this worlds ills. Our beloved Dave will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Dave is survived by his loving family, Wife, Dawn Steely, of San Angelo; his Daughter, "The twinkle in his eye" Autumn Steely, of San Angelo; His Father and Mother, David K. and Della Steely, of San Angelo; his Father and Mother-in-law, Judge Eddie and Margaret Howard, of San Angelo; his Grandfather, Forrest "Papa" Steely, of San Angelo; his Brother and sisters, Bobby Steely and his wife Lori, of Cheyenne, WY, Tara McMillan and her husband Travis, of San Angelo and Tricia Steely, of San Angelo; his Brother and sisters-in-law, Kyle and Jennifer Howard, of San Angelo, Fran Steely, of San Antonio, TX; His Aunts and Uncles, Ron and Karen Smith, of Aurora, CO., Evelyn Steely, of San Angelo, Bob and Julie Steely, of San Angelo, Louis and Lorraine Barbee, of Albany, OR, and Brian Steely, of San Antonio, TX; His cousins, Gary, Misty, Scott, Deborah, Ronnie, Mike, Mark, Sharon, Tom, Eric and Cody; His Nieces and nephews, Michael, Jadyn, Brandon, Jared, Mariah, Anthony, Nick, Graham, Gavin, Michelle, Josh, Kristin, Alex and Allison; and numerous cherished friends.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Friday, May 29, 2015 at Johnson's Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Johnson's Funeral Home with Paul Shero and Rev. Landon Henry officiating. Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be Charlie Sundahl, Bobby Steely, Bobby Bindert, Kyle Howard, Travis McMillan, Aaron Melendez, Bronson Jowers, Gary Steely and Brandon Booth.