Kenneth “Jack” Stephens

Kenneth "Jack" Stephens, at the age of 70, passed away May 28, 2010 at his home.  He was born in Gravios Mills, Missouri on June 4, 1939.  He was the son of the late Roy and Helen Stephens.  Jack is survived by his wife of 51 years, June 27, 1958, Flo (Moore) Stephens, a son Kenneth and his wife Valerie of Holden and a daughter Karen Atherton of Independence; five grandchildren: Kolette and Kourtney Stephens, Kacey, Tearra and Johnathon Atherton; two brothers: L.V. of Raytown and Ronnie of Warrensburg; seven sisters: Violet Bennett of Raytown, Louetta Bennett of Lee’s Summit, Ruby Koester of Kansas City, Marie Morefield of Pleasant Hill, Millie Chamberlain of Versailles, Lula Bell Lading of Kansas City and Kay Neal of St. Charles and many other relatives and friends.

Jack was employed at Missouri Public Service for 31 years.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and working in his yard.  He was also active in youth sports.