BORN

1935

DIED

2017

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Griggs-Schooler-Gordon Funeral Directors

5400 Bell Avenue

Amarillo, Texas

Jeanette Stephens Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 16, 2017.

Jeanette Rosalie Meller was born March 26, 1935, near Lakin, Kansas, and grew up on a farm in Oklahoma. She graduated from Darrouzett High School as Valedictorian. She attended Panhandle A&M College, Goodwell, Oklahoma, and fell in love with Archie Reynolds. The couple married in Darrouzett in 1955. They attended and worked at West Texas State College in Canyon. They moved to Perryton in 1959, where Jeanette taught Sunday school at First Baptist Church, and Archie continued working for the Texas Highway Department. In 1976, the family returned to Canyon where Archie had been transferred, and became active in First Baptist Church.

They had three children, Denise, Cheryl, and Bradley, and were married for 35 years. After retirement, they bought a farm in Clarendon, Texas. Upon Archie's sudden death in January 1991, Jeanette stayed on the farm for about 2 years and then moved into Clarendon. A few years later, she was introduced to Tom Stephens. They were married for 14 years before Tom passed away in 2009.

Jeanette enjoyed cooking and baking, making delicious cherry and chocolate cream pies, perfect chocolate chip cookies, and a great German chocolate cake! She also canned fresh fruit and vegetables from her garden. Jeanette spent time sewing matching holiday clothing for her children as well as detailed doll clothes.

She was a member of Bell Avenue Baptist Church in Amarillo. Jeanette will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to know and love her.

Jeanette is preceded in death by her husbands Archie Reynolds and Tom Stephens, her parents Henry Meller and Emilie {Miller} Meller Schoenhals, her brother Harold Meller, and sisters Dorothy Mae Meller and Dorothy Ann (Meller) Phelps.

She is survived by her children Denise Ahern and husband John, Cheryl Roy and husband David Peter, Bradley Reynolds, Debbie McKenzie and husband Harry, Mike Stephens and wife Jacque, Tommy Stephens and wife Sheri, and Sheila Worsham and husband Donny. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

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December 28, 2017

Jan Tilley

Denise, I did not know of your Mom's death. I have many fond memories of the wonderful lunches she would prepare for us! She was a precious lady and I know she will be misssed ! Hugs to you Bradley and Cheryl!

October 25, 2017

BENTON PHILLIPS

Jeanette was in my 1953 class at DHS. She was a dear friend many years.My heart goes out to the family time . Benton Wade Phillips

October 24, 2017

David & Nancy Reynolds

Denise, Cheryl & Brad - we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Aunt Jeanette was a sweet person and will be missed. Our condolences -

October 20, 2017

Belinda Kates

I have many sweet and precious memories of time spent with Aunt Jeanette....my heart is heavy and I am so sorry for your loss Cheryl, Brad, and Denise. She will be missed and will always have a very special place in my heart...hugs and prayers for all..so long Aunt Jeanette until we meet again...

October 20, 2017

Brad, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember meeting your mom at Calico's where we all were dining. Please extend my sympathy to your family as well. I'll be thinking of you. Kay Johnson

October 20, 2017

Debra Cook

My condolences to you.

October 20, 2017

Donna Tollett

Brad and family; what a lovely tribute to your mom. My condolences to all.

October 18, 2017

Patti Stephens-Mason

The Stephens Family was blessed when Jeanette joined the family when she & Tom united in marriage later in life. I will always remember her radiant smile and peaceful aura. My prayers and thoughts are and will continue to be with all who loved Jeanette and grieve her loss.

October 17, 2017

Floyd and Lanora Reynolds

So sorry for your loss!!! Your Mom was a special and precious Lady!!!! Prayers for you kids at this time in your life!!! Will see you Sat. Love and prayers

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