Kenneth Dale Stevens

1955 - 2017

Kenneth Dale Stevens obituary, 1955-2017, Cross Lanes, WV

BORN

1955

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Tyler Mountain Funeral Home

5233 Rocky Fork Road

Cross Lanes, West Virginia

Kenneth Stevens Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Kenneth (Ken) D. Stevens of Cross Lanes, WV, passed away on August 10th, 2017. Before his death, Ken was a beloved husband and father who touched the lives of people across the country through his involvement in the Barbershop Harmony Society as a 38-year member. Over the years he was involved in several quartets both casually and competitively and was a member of both the Kanawha Kordsmen Chorus in Charleston and the Thundertones Chorus in Huntington. He spent years in various board member positions for both choruses. He was a member of the district events team for the Johnny Appleseed District of the Barbershop Harmony Society. He was inducted into the Johnny Appleseed District Hall of Fame in 2013. In January of 2017, he competed in the first International Senior Chorus Competition as part of JAD’s Vocal Seniority Chorus, and achieved his dream of not only competing on an International Stage but winning the Championship with his chorus.



Ken was employed with the Department of Environmental Protection for 18 years. He was a dedicated employee who loved his position with the State and always spoke very highly of his co-workers, many of whom he developed close friendships with. He was also a member of Cross Lanes United Methodist Church and a valuable part of the church choir.



Ken is preceded in death by his mother, Arlene Jacobs, his father, Ralph Stevens, and his first wife, Deborah Stevens. He leaves behind his wife, Sharon Stevens; three children: Jessica Virtz, Jennifer Stevens, and Jason Stevens and wife Valerie; four grandchildren, Alexander Virtz, Zachary Virtz, Collin Stevens, and Trevor Stevens; siblings Kirk Stevens, Kathy Baker, Kelli DeLong, and Bruce Geyer; special friends Andrew and Michelle Price and a large number of extended family members.



Memorial service will be 11am Saturday, August 19th, 2017 at the Cross Lanes United Methodist Church with Pastor Gary Nelson and Pastor Jim Walther officiating.



Gathering of family and friends will begin at 10am at the church, with an Afterglow following the service at the Church fellowship hall.



In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to: Harmony Foundation International, harmonyfoundation.org, 110 Seventh Avenue North, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203.



Condolences may be sent by visiting www.tylermountainfuneralhome.com

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August 18, 2017

John Legg

I knew Ken from work at the DEP. I first met Ken when he was pulling computer cable through the ceiling for the DAQ at the office building next to Wendy's near the Capitol. Ken was working alone, going up and down the ladder with no one to help, and I commented to him that he had a hard job, but Ken did seem to care that the job was hard. Then I knew Ken from the Barber Shop Quartet. Ken was a good guy and will sorely be missed by the DAQ and DEP. My heart goes out to Ken family's family. John Legg and is many DAQ friends.

August 18, 2017

Maryrita and David Miller

Dear 'Sharon' and family ( you guys have always been so inclusive . . . I don't want to miss mentioning anybody) --
Words cannot express our sadness over Ken's passing. We will always remember his laughter, his kindness, his cheerful willingness to play pinochle (despite occasional trouncings), but most of all, the love and care he always showed to his family. You and your family, Sharon, have always given us so much joy -- we can see Ken's face shining even now as he's singing in heaven! We love you all.

August 15, 2017

Karen Bowman

I was just shocked to hear about Ken. I am so sorry for your loss. I love you all.

August 14, 2017

Julie Purkey

Sharon,our condolences for you and your family. The heavenly choir has gained a new angel. May the Lord's Peace, strength and love be with you and yours through this difficult time.
Julie Purkey, Martinsburg WV; Jonathan McQuerrey, South Charleston WV; Shauna McQuerrey, Fort Collins CO

August 13, 2017

Pam Woods

Sharon and family, my very deepest sympathy.

August 13, 2017

George Stevens

My condolences. go out to you and the family. ( A cuzin now in Oklahoma )

George Stevens

August 12, 2017

Theresa Collin

Our condolences, Ada Potter, Jim Wilmot, Sylvia Schutt, Richard Wilmot, and Theresa Collin. Cousins of Ken, our mother Sylvia was a sister of Ken's father Ralph

August 12, 2017

Sharon I am sorry about Ken's passing I loved him very much even if I didn't see you guys much. I was thinking about you guys all the time and I am thinking of you and the kids and keeping you in my prayers. The thing I remember about Ken the most that he was always happy and smiling I will miss him so much. He is happy to be with mom and dad and all the family members that have passed before him. I love you and the family miss you and hope to see you soon. Love Kathy Your sister-in-law (Adrian, Mi.)

August 11, 2017

Rick n Eva Vinton

We were sorry to hear of Ken's passing. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Eva and Richard Vinton

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