“His contributions to the world through his adventurous spirit were truly remarkable, and his achievements were second to none,” a friend of former Brisbane senior school principal and avid adventurer Duncan Steel said. Read more here:
A former Brisbane senior school principal and avid adventurer is being remembered as incredibly spirited and a highly respected man who touched the lives of many.Dozens of family, friends and students have shared heartfelt memories of Duncan Steel, 62 – who passed away over the Easter holidays – sharing stories of his love for climbing, hiking and exploring.
“Duncan was a highly respected and valued member of our staff who will be greatly missed by all of his former colleagues and students,” McCarthy said. “Duncan Steel was larger than life to many. He walked in many circles providing knowledge, experience, compassion and support to many people right across the social spectrum,” one close friend wrote.
“He was not without his faults. Easily the worst diet of any accomplished climber I’ve met. He could eat lollies and cakes for days.”
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