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William Steed

December 15, 1938 — March 29, 2025

William "Bill" Ronald Steed of Hoover, AL passed away peacefully at home on March 30, 2025. He was born on December 15, 1938 in Athens, TN and grew up in Morristown, TN.

Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend who loved to make people smile.

He was a faithful member of Mt Zion Methodist Church and Washington First United Methodist Church in Washington, Ga. While in Washington, he was an active member of the Kiwanis and train club.

Bill proudly served in the United States Air Force followed by a devoted career at Delta Air Lines for over 30 years.

His is survived by his adoring wife of 63 years, Jean Moore Steed, who cared for him tirelessly for several years.

He is also survived by his son, Benjamin Steed of Atlanta, GA, daughter, Holly Steed Waller (Michael) of Birmingham; two beloved grandchildren, Leyton and Grey Waller and a host of extended family whom he adored.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1 pm at Currie -Jefferson Funeral Home with graveside service immediately following.

The family is especially grateful for the love and support of family, friends, and neighbors and the compassionate, expert care he received from UAB including Dr James Davies, Dr Stephen Bell, Dr Caroline Harada, Dr Marianthe Grammas and UAB House Calls. The family is also grateful to special people who helped care for him at home including Debra Mack, Deanna Mason, Maureen, and Tammy Day.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to St Jude's or Shriners Hospital.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of William Steed, please visit our flower store.

Service Schedule

Today's Services

Public Viewing

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

1:00 - 2:00 pm (Central time)

Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

2701 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244

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Graveside Service

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

2:00 - 2:30 pm (Central time)

Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

2701 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244

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