Born: May 21, 1941

Died: Feb. 26, 2013

Linda Lee Steele, 71, of Pokagon Highway, Niles, Mich., died on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013 at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka, Ind., unexpectedly, but of natural causes. She was born May 21, 1941 in Niles to Homer Frances & Mildred (Hand) Hubbard.

Linda worked for Innovative Products Unlimited in Niles for over 15 years. She was an animal lover and especially cared for her dogs and cats.

Survivors include daughter Connie Kim Kujawa of Niles and two grandchildren; Dillon Kujawa and Brodie Sallee.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents and son Kevin Payton.

The family will gather privately for services.  Interment will be at the Sumnerville Cemetery in Niles.

Donations in memory of Linda Lee Steele may be made to the Cass County Humane Society.

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