Kenneth STEELE Obituary

Marty, we've only just heard the terribly sad news.

You will be so missed by us all at The Hive Bar in Sydney - although you'd made the jump to Indonesia we all expected to see you back from time time to time. And also to take the opportunity to catch up with you there.

Sadly not.

You will be so missed by us as a font of all knowledge, movie and music specialist, raconteur, drinker, and all round top bloke.

We all had a drink with you tonight :-) Sleep well.

All our love, David, Kate, Blake, Jess, Dan, Emma, Russ, Adam, Nikki, Nick, Ben, Gonzo xxx

A man of many talents - encyclopaedic knowledge, cryptic crossword solver, staunch unionist, lover of Indonesia and Asian food, proud father and a good colleague and friend. Many fun times shared at the Journos' Club. Vale Marty.

Vale Marty - a true believer.
Judith

Granddad, you were a great man. You were loved, not only vastly, but deeply too. You will be missed so much. Love Zoe (age 12) and jed (age 5) xo

Marty,
Always the gentleman, always articulate, and always great company. You will be missed.

Dad, I wish you could be here to read all these lovely messages and email's I have received from all your mates old and new, they are right when they say what a great man you are. I just wish I could see you one last time. Bon voyage for the last time. RUHE IN FRIEDEN. xx

Dear Marty, a passionate journalist and lover of life - such a big personality. I fondly remember lively political discussions. Lovely to read such touching messages.

It is so moving to read such wonderful tributes - well earned by a true Taurean and Bon Vivant.
Philippa

Marty Steele - a larger-than-life character, a big personality and a great friend and colleague on The Daily Telegraph in the 1980s. I'll raise a glass or two to the many good times spent in your company.

RIP Marty. A truly unforgettable character, you'll be missed by so many.

I owe Marty for decades of entertainment, education and inspiration from a true professional of journalism. The happy memories will never fade. Best wishes to the Steele family.

Vale Marty. Will never forget the good times around the Tele subs' desk

So sad to hear of Marty's passing. You were so welcoming when my wife and I arrived at The Telegraph (and Australia) in 1998. So many stories, so much fun to work alongside. You'll not be forgotten my friend.

We worked and played in Wellington like there was no tomorrow but now it's here and taking its toll. All my sympathy to family. Your memory lives on Marty.--Alister B.

All the Best, Brother Mine.. always in my heart. Philip.

Many fond memories of working nights together and enjoyed your stories about New Zealand very much. A true gentleman of the newsroom.

So sad to hear you have left us, Marty. Will always remember our chats about old days going back as far as Dunedin in the early 1970s. You wont be forgotten at the Terror. Bruce McDougall.

So long, my friend. I'll never forget you.
Petey.

the world of good grammar, punctuation and headline writing will be a poorer place with the passing of Marty. He was the only person who could keep George Beare and a passing procession of editors in check. Vale Marty Steele.

Proud pinko. Walking encyclopaedia. Lover of beer. Journo of the old school. They don't make them like Marty any more.

Dearest Marty, so very sorry to hear this. You were always a character, always fun to talk to, and a great journo and union supporter. RIP, dear man. Lou Fortescue

Thanks for the daily laughs and the invaluable guidance Marty.

What a gentleman, what a loss. Much love and sympathy to his family and many friends.

Really sad to hear the news. Condolences to Marty's family.

So sorry to hear this terrible news. Deep condolences to Marty's closest loved ones.
Roger Coombs

So many years, so many stories. We didn't always agree but he was a generous soul, a knowledgeable colleague and a fine drinking companion before his health went into decline. We'll miss him.

Rest in peace, mate. You will be sorely missed by your many colleagues at The Daily Telegraph. My condolences to your family.

bye marty. i'll raise a reschs for you....

Thanks for the many happy memories Marty. God bless