of Maumelle, AR
February 5, 1957 - January 26, 2022
Kevin M. Steele, 64, of Maumelle passed away on January 26, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Cindy, their daughter Traci, and son Ryan (Yaritza), his three brothers Rick, Darrin (Maggie), Todd (Christy), and his sister Brenda. He leaves behind a host of other family and friends who adored him and will miss him beyond words.
Kevin was born February 5, 1957, in Payson, Utah to Monte and Kathleen. He spent his youth playing sports, but baseball was his passion, and where he really shined. He played all through being a star at Kearns High School, where he met the love of his life, Cindy.
Kevin went on to work at the Union Pacific Railroad, just like his grandfather, where he made lifelong friends, and in 1986 moved to Arkansas, and was bestowed the name that he would be known by for the rest of his life, Bubba.
Bubba was a fan of most sports. He loved to fish and got to participate in several tournaments over the years. He loved to golf, which he taught to his children, and watch it as well. But watching college sports was one of his favorites. He loved to watch Utah Utes football and was an avid supporter of the Arkansas Razorbacks. He could not wait for each season of each sport to begin, but it was college baseball he loved most. Spring ball all the way to conference tournaments, counted down the days until the College World Series, and even dreamed of going to Omaha to hopefully watch the Diamond Hogs win it all one year.
Aside from sports, the only thing he loved more was cooking. He loved to cook for friends and family for all occasions, holidays, birthdays, gamedays, you name it. For all those who knew him could attest to his cooking skills, as well as his love or all things spicy, and that no pepper was hot enough, and no meal could be too spicy.
Bubba also loved his puzzles, of all kinds. Every morning Sudoku, Jumbles, Crypto quotes, and the daily crossword, and every Sunday, he was the only one who could successfully start such a difficult crossword to even make it solvable. But Jigsaw puzzles he loved the most, and nothing less than 1000 pieces would do.
This man had a great sense of humor, and an even bigger heart. He will be missed in every moment going forward but will always be beside those whom he loved the most, so they will never feel alone.
Memorial Services will be held on Friday, February 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm, at the Riverwood Memorial Gardens, 301 Carnahan Drive, Maumelle. Casual dress is encouraged.
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23 Condolence(s)
Dale Smolik
Sunday, February 13, 2022
It was an honor to have known, Bubba. I enjoyed working with him in both Salt Lake City, and North Little Rock. He was a well liked man, by all who knew him. And will be greatly missed. RIP my friend.
Jim Sheldon
Thursday, February 10, 2022
He was well liked by all at UPRR there wasn’t anyone he wouldn’t help it is a huge shock to many people May GOD bless his soul
Clifford Pearson Jr.
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Just Now hearing about Bubba... I am so sorry for Your Loss Steele Family. Bubba was such a great guy as we all from Arkansas learned. I had a great time Goofing around and Sharing Goofy Things with him at the railroad. It Hurt my heart learning of this. RIP Bubba...You were Great to know.
Bill peckat
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Great guy worked with him at Railroad
Jimno
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Sorry about your loss. He was a great friend of mine
Jim Rogers
Thursday, February 10, 2022
I had the pleasure of working with bubba both in Salt Lake and here. Always great to work with. I will always remember bubba dogs on Friday and the country store. He will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was truly a one of a kind! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Ed Baker
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Bubba made the best hot sauce ever
Ted Johnson
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
I partnered with Kevin on two occasions each for several months. In my thirty three years of working on the railroad, my opinion is Bubba was the best partner I ever teamed up with. It seems when there are large groups of people working together that there are always a few who everyone looked up to and Kevin was one at the top of the list at Jenks. I truly love Bubba........
Gary Rumpf
Monday, February 7, 2022
Had the honor of working with him,
Him and his bubba narrow sause.
Miss old chum
Sharon Miller
Sunday, February 6, 2022
Bubba was a sweetheart. A gentle giant. I remember going to the lake with the group and how much fun he was. He will be sorely missed.
Gaylene Crow
Sunday, February 6, 2022
So many happy memories of our childhood. Not only cousins but best of friends. My heart is full of gratitude for the memories I have always cherished of you and for the knowledge I have that I will see you again. I love you Kevin! â¤ï¸
My thoughts and prayers are with Kevin’s family. May each of you be filled with peace, comfort, and love during this difficult time.
May you always feel Kevin close to you as you reflect upon your
memories.
With all my love,
Gaylene
Kevin Safford
Sunday, February 6, 2022
Brenda Renae and I send are thoughts and prayers also are love we are so very sorry for the loss of Kev he is way too to be gone hang on to all the good times you had with him I thought alot of him what a great athlete and a great man may our heavenly Father's choices blessing's be upon you and your family best of love to you all
Kevin and Renae safford ♥ï¸ðŸ™
Tammy Sauvageau
Sunday, February 6, 2022
Haven't seen for many years but I remember growing up having such fun with your family
We had so much fun together I will you miss you alot you We a fun cousin to be with love you
Shannon Nichols
Sunday, February 6, 2022
I love you guys so much and I love you uncle Bubba I will miss you
Don McConnell
Saturday, February 5, 2022
Sorry for your loss Cindy & Steele family.
Bubba was an awesome man.
Sad I never had a chance to work with Bubba @ SLC Shop, knew a lot of guys that did & shared many stories & good times with him.
Thought & prayers to you & family.
Fred Burbridge
Saturday, February 5, 2022
Great guy to work with. Had lots of laughs
Lori Petersen
Friday, February 4, 2022
My sweet cousin Cindy, my mom ( Aunt Marge Smith), my husband Ken/PUD (he worked with Bubba @ UPRR in SLC) and I were so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing 😢 Sending our sincerest sympathy to you and your family. My heart just breaks for you and your family 💔 Please take care of each other there and know that you are in our thoughts & prayers 🙠May God Bless your broken hearts and may the beautiful memories you made with Kevin help to comfort you during this very difficult time.
Steve and Jamie Brown
Friday, February 4, 2022
We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Bubba was a wonderful person who made everyone smile. We always had a great time when we’re all together at the lake and enjoyed our Monday dinner at Razorbacks, when we could make it! He will be greatly missed. â¤ï¸
Wade
Friday, February 4, 2022
Cindy my heart goes out to you and your family. I will fondly remember our great times together...and hot peppers. You and Bubba were great and always made me feel welcome. It was fun. God Speed Bubba!
JILL BENOIT
Friday, February 4, 2022
Cindy, I'm so heartbroken for the loss of your wonderful husband of 45 years 💕 I love you sweet cousin and cherish the memories I have of us in our younger years. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time 🙠I love you and your family â¤
Tonia Giles (Nay)
Friday, February 4, 2022
Cindy and family, Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I’m really sorry to hear about Bubba. I have a lot of fun childhood memories with the Railroad family. Sending my love to all of you.
Joann Williams
Friday, February 4, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Sending you and your family my love.
James DeCol
Thursday, February 3, 2022
My condolences I'll talk to you in the future. And Cindy I need your phone number, thank you.