Steve Andre Neal, known to many as Uncle Steve, passed away unexpectedly at Foothills Medical Centre on November 26, 2025, at the age of 54.
He was born in Escoumins, Quebec on March 12, 1971. He was the beloved husband of Jennifer (Baldwin) Neal. He was the son of Robert Neal and the late Lise Neal, and the brother of Nadia Munn and her husband Lloyd. He was uncle to Samantha Munn and her husband Calvin Drost.
Steve is also survived by his Baldwin family. Alan and Catherine Baldwin and their children Ian and Lee. Grant and Karen Baldwin and their sons Luke and Max. He held a special place in his heart for his late in-laws Jim and Marion Baldwin.
Steve grew up in Doaktown, New Brunswick and stayed connected with many of his friends from home throughout his life. Just out of high school he joined the Reserves and completed a tour in Germany. He spent many summers working at Grandview Golf Course in Nova Scotia where he met two of his closest lifelong friends, Alan Baldwin and Shane Jackson.
With a drive to build a career, Steve moved to Alberta in search of work in the oil and gas industry and quickly found a place with Precision Drilling. He later returned to Nova Scotia to work for Santa Fe on the Sable Island project. His work eventually took him overseas with various oil and gas companies, and he later joined Valaris where he stayed until the end.
Steve moved back to Alberta in 2023 and spent much of his time with Shona, Doug, and their family, who became an important part of his life.
Steve loved his family and friends and any time spent with them. He loved sports, especially football, hockey and the Oilers, and golf. He loved fishing and hunting with his favourite dog Chase. He loved cars, motorcycles, and a good debate. He was generous, loyal, and a natural storyteller. He also loved working in the garage on projects from cars and bikes to home brewing.
Cremation has taken place at County Hills Crematorium in Calgary. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Canadian Transplant Association. The family would also like to acknowledge the exceptional care and support provided by Dr. P. Couillard and the ICU POD C team at Foothills Medical Centre.
Steve will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved him. He was one of a kind.
Sincères condoleances a toi Jennifer ainsi qu’à la famille Baldwin, la famille Neal et la famille Morneau famille de sa défunte mère Lise .Bon dernier voyage Steve , tu vas nous manquer tu sais , aussi sincères condoléances a ses grands amis qu’il appréciait tant .courage a tous .
Jennifer, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you, family and friends.
You have my heartfelt sympathy and wishing you comfort and peace during this challenging time. He was loved by everyone. His laugh was contagious and he Will always be in our hearts. We will miss him soo much. Sincere condolences Jennifer, Nadia, Samantha and to all the family.
In the few times I got the pleasure to be in Steve’s company, he always left me smiling and laughing because of his great story telling ability and quick wit.
He was so kind and generous and was so interesting to talk to.
He will be so missed.
To Jen and family, I pray for strength and healing in the days ahead.
Jenn, our deepest & dearest condolences for your loss. Steve will be greatly missed by many. We absolutely loved his jokes, easy smiles, laughter, sharp wit and he was the life of the party. Thank you & Steve for making us feel so welcome in your home.
Dea, Darryl & Dymitri Pavlove
With deepest sympathy. Steve was always good-natured, hardworking, and incredibly knowledgeable, and he brought so much positivity to everyone around him. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and all who were close to him during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathies go out to Steve’s family. I had the privilege to work with Steve both overseas and remotely.
He was very well regarded in our organisation and will be deeply missed.
Steve, thanks! Working with you over the last five years has been a privilege. Thank you for your friendship, your guidance, and everything you brought into our lives. You will always be remembered.
Jen the only appropriate words I can say is how very sorry both Barry and I are for your loss. Know that if there is anything we can do to help you consider it done. You and Steve have alway played a huge part in our family. Steve was a loving, caring man and will be so missed. Our deepest sympathy.
Deepest condolences to the family
Jenn –
Micaela and I want you to know that our love and thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Steve will always be in your heart as that never leaves you. Take Care my friend
To Steve Neal’s family,
I’m so sorry for the passing of Steve Neal. I’m sure this loss has deeply impacted your family and all who knew him. May GOD give you love, comfort and strength during this difficult time.
We worked together in Southeast Asia for many years, and he was a great leader as well as a good friend. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Chia Kai Fai
We were so sorry to have only just heard the news of Steve’s passing. Shawn has so many memories of Steve’s friendship and was able to catch up with him in Halifax a few years ago. We are thinking of all of you.