William R. Steele, 73, Hancock

William R (Bill/Billy) Steele, 73, a resident of Hancock, passed away March 6, 2026 surrounded by family, at Froedtert Hospital, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, after a brief illness.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for Bill will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12 Noon at the Church of the Resurrection in Hancock with Rev. Father Corey Litzner officiating. There will be a visitation for 2 hours before the service at the church. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, the family suggests the memorial donations be sent to the Michigan Tech Hockey Endowment Fund Account 4030.

A time of remembrances and lunch will take place at Gino’s Restaurant in Hancock following the services.

The O’Neill-Dennis Funeral Home, Hancock is assisting the family with the arrangements. To send condolences to Bill’s family and friends, please go to www.oneilldennisfh.com.