Kenneth Ray Steele, Jr.

Kenneth Ray Steele, Jr., age 54 of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at his residence.

Kenny had worked several years as a mechanic. He enjoyed riding with and hanging out with his motorcycle club members the “Iron Dogs.” He also enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family.

Born September 23, 1971, in Toledo, OH, he was the son of the late Kenneth R. Steele, and the late Stella Lynn Steele.

Kenny married April Holland Steele December 20, 2003, and she survives of Puryear.

Along with his wife, he is also survived by three children, Amber (Jack) Parks of Big Rock, TN, Cory (Shannon) Steele of Paris, TN, and Kaitlin (James) Knight of Paris; a bonus son, Payton Thompson of Big Sandy, TN; and a granddaughter, Brylee Knight.

Ridgeway Funeral Home 201 Dunlap St./ P.O. Box 788, Paris, TN 38242, will be handling the arrangements. His body is to be cremated, and no public services are planned at this time.