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David Stephens Obituary
He was born April 24, 1955, to Lena and Jesse Stephens. His mother, Lena Mae Stephens, predeceased him in 1991.
He is survived by his father, Jesse Stephens, his brother, Mark Stephens, and many friends.
David graduated from Rice University in 1978 and was the owner of Elliott and Waldron Abstract Company of Pecos.
Services are scheduled at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2013, at the Pecos Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are by Pecos Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Midland-Odessa Symphony Chorale or the West of the Pecos Museum.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Stephens
Pamela Creagh (Pamalinsky)
August 16, 2014
You are not forgotten, dear David. You, a most extraordinary and wonderful friend. Hope you are not bored nor disappointed with your afterlife. I suspect you will not be. I look forward to meeting you there.
Love,
Pam (aka Pamalinsky)
Gary Preuss
August 15, 2014
It has been a year since you left us, and I, for one, still miss your exceptional banter. You are loved greatly, and I look forward to meeting up with you again on the other side.
Susan P AKA Che Gourmet
April 19, 2014
So long, my comrade. I will miss your wit and insight. You won't be forgotten. Be at peace.
Susan Che Gourmet
April 19, 2014
David, may you direct the efforts of the true freedom lovers in the country you so loved from above. I will miss you dearly, my good comrade.
Komrade Turboski
November 15, 2013
We will miss you greatly Father Prog Theo. Godspeed my friend!
Komrade Turboski/the Cube
October 7, 2013
My dear David, the world is less without you in it.
Your loving cousin, Susan
David Shick
September 13, 2013
Dave was a great guy. He will be missed....
AKA Red star
Mario Brunetti
September 12, 2013
The People's Cube and The People have lost a great contributor. He will be missed.
*Fraulein @thecube/ Carol
September 10, 2013
Only knew David 'online' at the Peoples Cube, but he was articulate and funny. Surely missed! Blessing and peace to his family and close friends.
Violet Singh
September 10, 2013
As David and I discussed the existence of the Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale in Midland, Texas he was amazed that this was basically in his own "back-yard" since 1962. In December, 2011 when I challenged him to come and listen to what we have to offer as he became a tremendous supporter of the Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale he wrote "The oddity is that although I've listened to classical music since around 1960, and have an incredible number of classical CDs, all ripped onto iTunes, portable, and I went to Rice and Houston has a decent symphony, I have never heard a live symphony. I'll correct that."
He graciously sponsored the Masterworks Series of the 51st season which opens on September 14, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. and he had all intentions of attending his first symphony on this day. Please, if you can, I encourage you to attend this concert as we remember a true fan of classical music.
Violet Singh
Development Director
Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale
www.mosc.org
Pavel Shovelindasky
September 9, 2013
Condolences to his family, his friends and, like I, the mere acquaintances that had the chance to read his wit... some of it funny.
Mel Agriomelissa
September 9, 2013
I did not know him personally, but he made me giggle out loud plenty of times reading his witty brilliance. Thank you for the laughs, David. And God bless you and keep you always. "MJA"
Xplodeit
September 9, 2013
Father Prog Theocritus, Rest in Peace
Steven OM2004
September 9, 2013
I never knew David personally, but from his posts on the People's Cube, and the honorable final words Oleg Atbashian (Red Square) gave; he was a great man that I wish I got to know personally. Rest in Peace.
James McLean
September 9, 2013
Gone too soon, brother. Thanks for all the laughs and insight.
Wade Mirick
September 8, 2013
I never met David in person but had the joy to know him on-line and interact with him that way.
I am truly sadden at his passing but I take comfort that his words and his wit have been captured on-line for all to read now and in the future so others will to be able to appreciate just how special and gifted he truly was. Your journey ended on earth to soon and you are missed.
My sincere sympathies to his family and to his loved ones.
Comrade Whoopie
September 6, 2013
Kelly
September 4, 2013
Oh, how I will miss this man! Though we never met face to face, I really felt a connection with him...not to mention enjoyed his intelligence and wit. My heart goes out to his family and friends
Bob Harris
September 3, 2013
I too communicated with David online. His skill of language and brilliant mind combined to form the most razor sharp wit I have even known, to date!
I will truly miss you David. You were the most interesting person this old Zampolit has never met! Via con Dios, Comrade!
Jose Garcia
September 2, 2013
Will be missed
Susanna Lohse
September 1, 2013
Well, David, you lived an exemplary life, and I know you can read all of these wonderful comments about you here, right now. You were decency and brilliance personified, and none could be more generous than you. Witty, smart, funny, principled, and sympathetic. Whenever I play Mozart CD's I'll be thinking of you.
My condolences to your brother and father, and partner, Gary, and to all of the fine gals at your business. I never met them, but through your letters, I got to know them and how you felt about all of them.
Ed Gleason
September 1, 2013
I knew David as an online acquaintance. Like many here, I grew to appreciate his wit. What I remember most was a man who had the rare maturity to openly discuss various opinions and opposing points of view without either taking or giving personal offence. This Christian is sad to see him go.
Howard Fanning
September 1, 2013
I am sad to learn of the passing of a dear friend, David. The world has lost a good and decent man.
William Lasseter
September 1, 2013
He was an honorable and truly courageous man. His presence will be greatly missed. Requiescat in pacem.
Laika the Space Dog.
September 1, 2013
O Father Prog, where art thou?!
David's rapier wit and command of The King's English was simply amazing. To love The People's Cube was to love David. He will be sorely missed.
Pamela Creagh
August 31, 2013
I communicated with David online and in emails. He brought a much needed light to my life with his piercing, insightful wit and humor, and his brilliant use of the English language. He seemed to sense my longing for the exchange he offered and encouraged it lovingly. A man of voluminous kindness. He was instrumental in my finding the love of my life, Christopher.
Chris, who has known him longer than I, concurred that he was a very kind and humble person. They were good friends. We wanted to visit him way out there in Pecos. Alas, that shall not be.
Oh, my dear David. I am so sorry you are gone from us! What a wonderful contribution you were to my life and to so many others. I cannot contain these stinging tears.
My condolences to your wonderful father, who you spoke of so lovingly and your brother Mark. The same to your staff and friends.
Wesley Cannon
August 30, 2013
My heart was broken and tears flowed freely upon hearing of this dear man passing. I knew David only through the internet and email, but he brought such joy to my life, and he also showed me great generosity during a time of need. His command of language and appreciation of music led me to a fuller knowledge and appreciation. I miss you dearly Dave, the world is a duller place this morning.
Christopher Glick
August 29, 2013
While I never had the pleasure of meeting or speaking to David, I corresponded with him frequently. A fascinating man with a keen wit and peerless vocabulary, he helped me through a very difficult spot in my life. Just one of many ways he touched my life. I'll catch up to you in time, my good man!
Steven Wales
August 27, 2013
As a landman and client of Elliott & Waldron, I enjoyed each conversation I had with David. He ran a great business and he was always an excellent source of information. He will be missed.
Susan Sikes Priest
August 24, 2013
I went through school with David and even though it has been many years since I saw him last I'll always remember him as having such a brilliant mind and always considered him a friend. Condolences to his family.
Diane Blanks
August 23, 2013
David, I enjoyed working with you thru the years. You were always very helpful. Your staff was always cheerful and helpful as well, a testimony to you.
Diane Blanks
Allen Cooper
August 23, 2013
My dictionary will gather dust, as no one else I know has such a brilliant command of the English language. A week before he died, I teased him about having to look up words in his email! David brought a silent joy to folks that got to know him and appreciate his wit and humor. He will be truly missed. A big hug to his employees and his family. God has truly gained an intellectual new tenant. Bless you, David!
clay yaws
August 23, 2013
one of the most interesting people i have ever known. bon voyage friend!
August 21, 2013
After a conversation with David I was always amazed at his deep knowledge of classical music which he loved dearly. He has a few words for a few Russian composers and I have a feeling he will be delivering them very personally! I will miss "Violet dear, how art thou?!"
Violet Singh, Development Director
Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale
Steve Armstrong
August 21, 2013
Mark and Jesse,
Barbara and I were deeply saddened to hear of David's passing. We could always count on his friendship. He will be sorely missed in the Oil Patch and in Pecos.
Kathy Bilbrey
August 21, 2013
David you will be missed by all of us here at the office. You were one of a kind.. Dr. Mark Cox and staff.
John and Rhonda Roosa
August 20, 2013
We knew David over the years and were always amazed at his brilliant mind, sharp wit, and complete kindness.
Mary Lou Cassidy
August 20, 2013
The world just got a little duller. Farwell,old friend.
Peggy Ainsworth
August 20, 2013
David was truly one in a million! What a brilliant mind & person!! He will be greatly missed.
Mark Darville
August 20, 2013
Oh no! What a huge loss! David was a great man and a good friend, I will miss him terribly!
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