On 8 December 2025, Jim passed away at Malyon House, Mount Maunganui, aged 94 years.

Treasured husband of Barb for 64 momentous years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Jamie and Lou; Rob and Emily; Mike (dec’d) and Linda.

Proud Campa of his grandchildren and their partners; Mitchell and Jen; Caitlin, Ava, Nicole; Ella and Sean, Max, and Holly. Campa Jim to his great grandies Lottie and Henley. Jim, was a much loved uncle to his nephews and nieces.

“Jim, as a family we walked beside you and we worked beside you. We thank you for all that you did for us and for others. Your final rest is well earned”.

Jim’s family would like to thank the staff at Malyon House, for their care during the last – almost 12 months.

At Jim’s request, a private family farewell has been held.

Tributes for Jim’s family may be left at www.legacyfunerals.co.nz/s/steele

Communications to the Jim Steele Family, c/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136 Tauranga 3142.