Steve P. Gaal III (1949 – 2018)
Steve P. Gaal III, 69, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in his sleep on Monday, July 16, 2018. Born January 26, 1949 in St. Louis to Alberta (Winter) and Steve Gaal Jr. Beloved husband of Gina (Palmer) Gaal; loving father of Stephanie Rickey and Christine Johnson; admired father-in-law of Jonathan Rickey and Owen Johnson; treasured Grandpa of Morgan, Molly, Kira, Kaelynn, and “Granola” (due Sept.); dearest brother of Bonnie (Jim) Mills and Susan (Al) Hill. A dear uncle, great uncle, cousin, and cherished friend. A 1968 graduate of St. John Vianney High School, he received a BS degree in Commerce in 1972 from St. Louis University. He later earned a MBA and MA from Webster University. His time at Delta Dental of Missouri was the highlight of his career. He began there as CFO and retired as President and CEO.
Visitation will be at Kutis Funeral Home, South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville, MO 63129, Sunday, July 22 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A Memorial Service at New Beginnings Lutheran Church, 791 New Beginnings Drive, Pacific, MO 63069 on Monday, July 23 at 10:00 am. Lunch reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the New Beginnings Building Fund at nblc.net/give or by mail to New Beginnings Lutheran Church. Specify “In Memory of Steve Gaal”.