Gary Lynn Stephens

1952 - 2017

Gary Lynn Stephens obituary, 1952-2017, Sorrento, FL

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

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Apopka, Florida

Gary Stephens Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 10, 2017.

Gary L. Stephens, 64 of Sorrento, FL and formerly of West Union, West Virginia passed away on May 9, 2017. He was born on November 19, 1952 in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Gary loved the outdoors, being with animals and had farmed the family homestead for many years. Always a scholar, Gary taught English and Math at Salem International University for many years. He was Christian by his faith. Gary is survived by his loving wife, Debbie Stephens; his daughters Kari Marra and Jannah Alaqui, his step-children: Shalina (Mark) Hinkle, Shawn (Ashley) Henen and Shana Hennen, his sister, Kay Haught, his niece Lisa (Brian) Daro, his nephew Larry Patterson, his four grandchildren: Lincoln, Elyas, Salaheddine and Abdullah and by his step grandchildren Zachary, Jayce, Cade, Addison, Karin and Xander. He was preceded in death by his daughter Elizabeth Ann Stephens and his step grandson Jeremy Shad Hennen. .



At Gary’s request, private family services will be held at a later time in West Virginia.

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June 5, 2017

Heather Hart

My deepest sympathies... Gary was a kind and caring man. Keeping his family in my thoughts and prayers.

June 4, 2017

Kari Lynn Marra

We had a lot of good times together. Dad you went too soon and too fast. I miss you everyday and love you dearly.

June 1, 2017

Gary is someone we liked immediately! His gentile kindness was so easy to be around. Though our acquaintance was short-term, he has left a lasting impression in our hearts.

Love, Jim & Becky Hinkle

June 1, 2017

Crystall Cunningham

so sorry.. hugs, love and prayers

May 30, 2017

Jackie Smarr LeBel

Gary was such a caring & good individual that I had the privilege of calling my friend, may he rest peacefully

May 30, 2017

Stanley "Mel" Dotson

Gary was just a great friend, will always remember our times. when I think of him I always get a big smile of him. Prayers for his family RIP Gary.

May 30, 2017

Doris Shaffer

Gray was a nice and king person. We went to High School together. RIP Gary
Doris Shaffer White Marsh MD.

May 30, 2017

Cyrena Oliver

My sincere sympathies to your family. I will fondly remember him. Never think of Eric that Gary does not come to mind. May you Rest In Peace.

May 30, 2017

James Merritt

My condolences to Gary's family. Gary was a friend with whom I have many great memories. Rest In Peace my friend!

May 30, 2017

Jeff Gray

You are not and will not be forgotten! I will always remember that football game where you outran me to recover the ball after I blocked it. You will always be my friend!

May 30, 2017

We will continue to remember you in our thougts and prayers daily.
Nancy and Pete Castaing

May 30, 2017

Bridgette Greaver

Prayers. May God be with you always

May 29, 2017

Debbie Curtis

Was so kind an caring will be missed '

May 25, 2017

Lisa Daro

I will miss you terribly Uncle Gary,,so many memories to even start right now, I think of you everyday!!

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