James H. Steen
June 15, 1929 ~ January 6, 2021
James H. Steen, 91, of Holts Summit, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at Summit Villa in Holts Summit.
He was born June 15, 1929, in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of the late Matthew Warren and Fannie Myrtle (Martin) Steen. Jim was the last member of the 12 siblings.
He was united in marriage on August 28, 1945, in Lancaster, Missouri, to Juanita June Munn who survives.
Jim was a terminal manager for Orscheln Truck Line for 30 years. He was a pilot and provided local flying for area businesses and was a row crop and cattle farmer.
In 1982, after retirement, he started his own salvage business, Cole County Iron & Metal. For him, it was a challenge to see how much iron he could cut up in a day and was enjoyable because of the many friendships made along the way. Jim ran business on a handshake and a fair deal. Jim loved the outdoors and had a tremendous work ethic.
He also enjoyed RV traveling and bluegrass music festivals with June, who he affectionately referred to as “my bride”, by his side.
Jim was a member of Dry Fork Baptist Church in New Bloomfield.
Survivors include his wife of 75 years, June Steen, Holts Summit; two sons, Jimmie Dale Steen, Holts Summit; Matthew Wayne (Desiree) Steen, Holts Summit; and four grandchildren, Stacy Steen, Holts Summit; Sara Steen, Jefferson City; Matthew W. Steen (David Lowery), Gretna, Louisiana; and Kim Steen, Jefferson City.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and eleven siblings, Virgie Ellen, Emery Matthew, Cecil Paul, Marceline Mae, Vivian Irene, Colleen Alfereto, Warren Paul, Mark Wayne, Marvin Keith, Eva Maxine, and William Mitchel.
Private family services will be held at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with burial in the Queen City Cemetery in Queen City, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Samaritan Center.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home in Jefferson City is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born June 15, 1929, in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of the late Matthew Warren and Fannie Myrtle (Martin) Steen. Jim was the last member of the 12 siblings.
He was united in marriage on August 28, 1945, in Lancaster, Missouri, to Juanita June Munn who survives.
Jim was a terminal manager for Orscheln Truck Line for 30 years. He was a pilot and provided local flying for area businesses and was a row crop and cattle farmer.
In 1982, after retirement, he started his own salvage business, Cole County Iron & Metal. For him, it was a challenge to see how much iron he could cut up in a day and was enjoyable because of the many friendships made along the way. Jim ran business on a handshake and a fair deal. Jim loved the outdoors and had a tremendous work ethic.
He also enjoyed RV traveling and bluegrass music festivals with June, who he affectionately referred to as “my bride”, by his side.
Jim was a member of Dry Fork Baptist Church in New Bloomfield.
Survivors include his wife of 75 years, June Steen, Holts Summit; two sons, Jimmie Dale Steen, Holts Summit; Matthew Wayne (Desiree) Steen, Holts Summit; and four grandchildren, Stacy Steen, Holts Summit; Sara Steen, Jefferson City; Matthew W. Steen (David Lowery), Gretna, Louisiana; and Kim Steen, Jefferson City.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and eleven siblings, Virgie Ellen, Emery Matthew, Cecil Paul, Marceline Mae, Vivian Irene, Colleen Alfereto, Warren Paul, Mark Wayne, Marvin Keith, Eva Maxine, and William Mitchel.
Private family services will be held at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with burial in the Queen City Cemetery in Queen City, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the Samaritan Center.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home in Jefferson City is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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My favorite uncle. I can’t express what or how he helped me threw life. I will miss you but I know you are with my dad and are holding hands once again.
What a awesome man!! Love and miss him !
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My first time to “slip the surly bonds of earth” was with my Uncle Jim when I was just a kid as together we “danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings.” That’s pretty much how he lived life, with joy and laughter, his loving bride, Juanita, by his side. While grieving in his passing, I rejoice in the promises of God and know though he is gone from us, he has entered the gates of heaven and seen the face of God. Thanks for precious memories, Uncle Jimmy!
Sorry to hear of Uncle Jimmy’s passing. I recall fondly how my mom , Peggy (Steen) Lockett, smiled when Her brother called to check on her. Like my siblings and probably my cousins I remember shivering with fear and delight as Uncle Jimmy gave me my first airplane ride. Uncle Jim, you were respected and loved by many. Rest In Peace, your nephew, Mike
To the Steen Family — Jimmy was such a great guy with the biggest smile ever! Always glad to see us at the Steen Family Reunions in September. He had good stories to tell; he had many many friends; He was one of a kind and will certainly be missed by all of us! June – we are so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time! HUGS, Gerald & Cindy Steen
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Steen. We have such fond memories of a very kind, hard working man. June, Jim, Dub & grandkids….please know we’re thinking of you all at this sad time. RIP Mr. Steen
SO sorry to hear about Jim he was a wonderful man June Dub and Bear our thoughts are with you all
The Family of Lawrence J “Butch” Temmen would like to extend our deepest sympathies to June, Dub, and Bear and families on the passing of the one and only Jim Steen. Dad thought the world of Jim as a boss and friend. Jim was always kind to us kids anytime we were around. Not too many people like Jim and we were lucky to have known him.
For the wonderful memories of Jim. Lawrence J “Butch” Temmen Family
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jim will be greatly missed, he was an exceptional friend and neighbor..
So sorry to hear of the loss of a great hard working man. Hired me to my first full time job. Did not no anything but “yes “ to the customer. Set a wonderful example for me. I’ll never forget him. Gary Henley
Dub, Jill and the entire Steen family, We were saddened to learn of the passing of Jim and are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May he Rest in Peace and may you take comfort in knowing an Angel is watching over you! No truer words have been spoken…. “Although it may be difficult today to see beyond your sorrow, looking back in memory will help comfort you tomorrow”. “While death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal!” (Author Unknown) Our hearts are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. With deepest sympathies, Bill & Stacey Dooling
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Jim has been looked up to by our whole family. He has been exceptional and forever remembered. Paul will always treasure working along with Jim. Paul and Mary Miller
I remember Uncle Jim as a very loving, laughing man. I enjoyed watching him make Dad laugh on their last times together. Uncle Jim, you’ll be missed. Cathy McDaniel
Dub and family, Between the obit and expressions of sympathy your Dad sounds very, very special. I’m sorry for your loss
Jim Steen was a hard worker and was a great friend to Bee Seen Signs and to our sons, Tony & Travis, and to us. He was a kind-hearted man, always smiling and a great sense of humor. He will be missed! Junior & Judy Dietzel
Dub and Bear: So sorry for your loss. I remember the good ole days at Orschlen hauling freight. Always called him three-fingers and my dad the gray headed old man on the CB radio. Also enjoyed flying with him when I was a kid. Remember the party with homemade brew? Gary Bremerkamp