![]() He came from a prominent family, and was well-educated and highly respected. Husband number two is stage and screen actor Franchot Tone. They were both young and happy, and although Doug was younger than Joan (he was 19) and his stepmother, esteemed actress Mary Pickford, didn’t approve of Joan, they still lived an amazing married life… that is, until their divorce in 1933. They were married for four years, a length that will, weirdly, continue until Joan’s last marriage. With who? A young actor named Douglas Fairbanks, Jr.- who happened to be part of Hollywood’s elite family. In 1929, at age 23, she married for the first time. ![]() I won’t bore you all with the details, because you can always read more on the Internet. This post is about Joan’s husbands, just a quick tour in each marriage. As a champion Charleston dancer, she frequented places where she could dance- and socialize with dappers. As a young flapper in the 20s, like most women, she had flings and short-lived romances with boys her age (or sometimes, even a bit younger than her). Joan’s love life is a very fascinating subject to look upon. But whether it is going to warm your hearth or burn down your house, you can never tell.” Friends may also view Fred's memorial tribute page and send condolences online at To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Alfred "Fred" Steele please visit our Sympathy Store.“Love is a fire. The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation from 11am to 1pm Saturday, at the Eells-Leggett-Stauffer Funeral Home.Private graveside services and burial will take place at the Lisbon Cemetery.The family suggests memorial contributions to the New Lisbon Presbyterian Church, 111 East Chestnut Street, Lisbon, Ohio 44432 or the Sadie Van Fossan Swimming Pool c/o Village of Lisbon, 203 North Market Street, Lisbon, Ohio 44432, or to the charity of the donor's choice. He was one of a kind in all the best of ways. The memory of his life is a celebration for us and we will treasure the many wonderful memories of his laugh, that ornery twinkle in his eyes, his logic, his endless heart and a life full of goodness. His thoughtful, methodical habits informed his curiosity about current events and his honesty and integrity were an inspiration. He enjoyed sports and lit up the phone lines every time the Buckeyes played. He relished his role as chief information officer of the Steele clan and his family looked forward to his frequent newsy updates that kept us connected over the miles. Fred loved to banter and was known for his quick wit and sense of humor. He was a devoted husband who expressed his love through his steadfast and generous care. Carl (Bonnie) Steele of Port Clinton, OH, Mark (Candice) Steele of Decatur, Ga., and Tod (Tracie) Steele of Columbus and granddaughter, Hannah Steele.He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Edward, brothers, Robert and Bruce his sister, Anna brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Janice and Henry "Hank" Borch and William and Jean Hanahan.Fred was a role model for his family and leaves a legacy of love and loyalty we will cherish. Fred is survived and will be dearly missed by his daughter, Paula (Chris Baker) Steele of Columbus sons, Dr. ![]() Clunk VFW Post #4111 Lisbon Rotary and an OSU Alumnus for 62 years.His wife of nearly 66 years, Shirley (Hanahan) Steele, whom he married August 8, 1948, preceded him in death August 4, 2014. Welsh American Legion Post #275 Wilfred J. Steele was a WWII veteran, having served in the U.S. ![]() Steele was born Januin Lisbon, a son of the late Harry and Martha (Felton) Steele, and had lived his entire life in the Lisbon area.Fred was a mechanical engineer and had worked for Chester Hoist for 36 years, retiring in 1989.He was a member of the New Lisbon Presbyterian Church, where he had served as a deacon. Lisbon-Alfred "Fred" Steele, 91, of North Street, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning at his home.Mr. ![]()
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