Rosalinda R Steely

February 10, 1937 – February 7, 2026

Rosalinda R. Steely was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, friend, godmother, aunt and above all a

faithful Catholic.

She passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, just three days

before her 89th birthday, after a long and courageous battle with

ALS. She faced her illness with extraordinary grace, quiet

strength, and an unwavering love for her family and her faith.

Born on February 10, 1937, in Newgulf, Texas, she was the sixth

of eight siblings—all but one of whom predeceased her.

She settled in 1964 into the same cherished home in Houston,

where she lived for the past 58 years. It was in that home she

raised her three children—Sharon, Sandy, and Travis—filling their

lives with warmth, stability, guidance, and countless joyful

memories.

A lifelong devout member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic

Church, Rosalinda was married there and will be laid to rest from

there as well. She remained deeply connected to her parish

community throughout her life, and her faith provided her with

comfort, purpose, and a source of strength, especially during her

battle with ALS.

Rosalinda loved to dance and was always up for a party; her

infectious energy, playful sassiness, and quick wit endeared her

to so many, making her the life of any gathering and a beloved

presence wherever she went. She was also an accomplished

tennis player who loved the game and was always ready to

challenge anybody to a match, continuing to play into her 80s.

Above all, she was a wonderful mother whose greatest joy was

her family. She is survived by her three children, Sharon

McKinnon and her husband Mike, Sandy Steely, and Travis

Steely and his wife Amber; her six grandchildren, Mikey, Allie,

Kacey, Stefanie, Nick, and Kelli; and one great-granddaughter,

Charley Rose, who carries her name as a loving tribute to her

legacy of devotion and family connection. She cherished going to

all her grandkids games and activities, staying up late for family

dancing sessions, and teaching them the fine art of Texas Hold

'em poker—creating bonds filled with laughter, competition, and

endless love.

She was also a dear friend to many, a cherished godmother, and

beloved “Aunt Rosie” to many nieces and nephews. She is

survived by her youngest sister, Dolly Fernandez, who she loves

very much.

Her quiet determination, indomitable fighting will, and steadfast

faith will live on in the hearts of all who knew her and will miss her

tremendously.

A Rosary will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 10:30

a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 1801 Sage

Road, Houston, TX 77056. The Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00

a.m. at the same church. The committal will take place at 12:30

p.m. at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery, 12800 Westheimer

Road, Houston, TX 77077.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the ALS

Association. Rosalinda was a part of a clinical trial to help find a

cure for this debilitating disease and would want donations sent

to assist in any way possible.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered as the heart

of her family and a pillar of faith in her community.

With love, Her Children—Sharon & Mike, Sandy, and Travis & Amber— Grandchildren—Mikey, Allie, Kacey, Stefanie, Nick, and Kelli—

Great-Granddaughter Charley Rose.

A Catered Reception will be held at 1:00 pm in the Event Room at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77077.