Rachel Steele, a noted Nashville attorney, and a member of Sing-Out South back in 1966-67, has passed away. She died on August 7.
Her death notice appeared in the Wednesday edition (August 11)of THE TENNESSEAN. She was 58. No cause of death was listed.
A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, August 12 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church, 4815 Franklin Road in Nashville. Memorials are requested to be made in Rachel's name to the William Cain Revolving Loan Fund for the benefit of the Tennessee Lawyers Assistance Program, 200 4th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37219 or to the charity of your choice.
Rachel was a graduate of Harpeth Hall, where she was a three-time state diving champion. She took her studies very seriously, finishing third in her high school class. In fact, the reason she ultimately left the SOS cast was to concentrate more on her classes. She then earned her undergraduate degree and law degree from Duke University.
She worked with distinction for several years in the State Attorney General's office and once sought to be elected to a judgeship. She was active in her church (Downtown Presybyterian) where she served as an elder and clerk of the session.
Rachel stayed in touch with several of her Sing-Out friends, including hosting a small gathering in her home last February when Beverly Barry was visiting in town.I think she also attended both of our SOS Reunions in 1989 and 2006.
She will be missed. Rest in peace, Rachel.
If you have any thoughts or condelences to share, please feel free to leave them below.
Hello, Rachel Steele was a family friend for 18 years. My parents met her when they were members of the Baptist Hospital Fitness Center in early 90's. I always enjoyed Rachel's sweet nature! She was a cat lover like me. She also appreciated all things creative. I will miss her. -M. Renfro
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