I remember the frequent Steakley Chevrolet commercials on local TV.  I really enjoyed Vampire$.  There's a great set piece that takes place in the Cleburne town square and courthouse.  Cleburne is a small town just a few miles south of Fort Worth.  The movie was a big disappointment.  I wondered why Steakley didn't write more novels.  Anyway, 59 is too young.  My condolences to his family.