JAMES "J.E." EDWARD STEELE, age 73, of Winchester, Tenn., passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at his residence.  Mr. Steele was born in Winchester, Tenn., on February 11, 1949, to the late Herbert Terrell Steele and Lillie Oplia Clark Steele.  He was a 1968 graduate of FCHS.  He was soon drafted by the U.S. Marine Corps. to serve his country during the Vietnam War.  After returning home he was then employed for approximately 15 years with CSX Railroad.  Mr. Steele then became a Commercial Truck Driver, an occupation he stayed at for almost 25 years.  Mr. Steele enjoyed listening to all types of music.  He liked cars and working on cars and boats as well.  He was very proud of his service to his country and his entire military career.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Steele was preceded in death by two Brothers; Garland and Robbie Steele.  He is survived by his children; Abbie Jane Steele, Brandon Steele and wife, Amber all of Winchester, Lillie Ann Dakota Ogle of Hillsboro.  Sisters; Wilma Miller of Belvidere, Betty Partin and husband, Bill of Winchester and Lottie Stines of Decherd, grandchildren; Skylar Dugas, Memphis Steele and Nash Steele, companion, Tina Mason of Lebanon, Tenn., several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 28, 2023, in the Chapel of Grant Funeral Services with Eulogist, Chuck Stines, officiating, with Military Honors Bestowed.

Visitation with the family is scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 28, until service time at 1:00 P.M. Saturday.