Steeves, Clinton
It is with saddened hearts the family of Clinton “Ken” Guy Steeves; announce his passing at the Moncton City Hospital on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at the age of 93. Born in Meadow, NB on June 28, 1922, Clinton was a son of the late Trunhum and Janie (nee Bannister) Steeves.
Ken worked as a farmer and a sugar maker and later retired from the D.O.T. Bridge Department. He and Emily spent 24 years in Pleasant Vale on the farm before moving to Petitcodiac in 1970. Ken was also a member of the Third Elgin Baptist Church.
Ken is survived by his loving wife Emily (nee Batemen) Steeves; his daughters: Phyllis Plume and Shirley Douthwright (Arnold); his grandchildren: Margie Yeomans, Bruce Yeomans, Patsy Walker, Rodney Yeomans (Marlene)and Tom Yeomans (Tammy); six great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; his sister Alberta Marr; as well as many extended family and friends.
Besides his parents, Ken was predeceased by his grandson Darcy Douthwright; his sisters: Mona Steeves, Ruby Lewis and Elizabeth Henry; and by his brothers: Clarence, Roy and Everett Steeves.
Arrangements are entrusted to the professional care of Armstrong’s Funeral Home, 33 Russell St. Petitcodiac, (506)756-3361. There will be no visitation or funeral service as per Ken’s request. A graveside service will be held at Pleasant Vale Cemetery on Sunday, May 22 at 3:00 pm with Rev. Chris Hayes presiding. Donations to the Pleasant Vale Cemetery or to the IWK Pediatric Cardiac Unit would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences are available at www.armstrongsfh.com.
The family would like to give special thanks to Sue Berry and the attendants of the St. John Ambulance, to Dr. Morton and also to Armstrong’s Funeral Home for their professionalism and care.