FUNERAL HOME

Bennett Funeral Homes - Mechanicsville

8014 Lee Davis Rd

Mechanicsville, Virginia

Edward Stephens Obituary

Published by Bennett Funeral Home from May 16 to May 18, 2015.

STEPHENS, Edward Lee Jr., 84, of Mechanicsville, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2015. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Faye Stephens, and is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorothea Mae Carneal Stephens; three children, Wanda Stephens, Mark Stephens (Jane) and Jeff Stephens; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; as well as his dog, Lee. Ed was a 60-year member of IBEW Local 666, an avid bottle collector and thoroughly enjoyed 60-plus years of feeding and watching birds of all kinds. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Mechanicsville...

Published by Bennett Funeral Home | Full obituary

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Stephens

Sponsored by Bennett Funeral Homes - Mechanicsville.

What is your first memory of Edward?

Share a favorite memory you have of Edward.

Tell us about a special moment you shared with Edward.

Describe a time when Edward made you laugh or smile.

What is something you will always remember about Edward?

Talk about a shared experience you had with Edward.

What is something you did together that you enjoyed?

Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Edward.

Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Edward.

What is something you learned from Edward?

Not sure what to say?

2 Entries

July 1, 2015

Edward Wilson

I visited Ed and Dot on a number of occasions, and they could not have treated me any finer. Salt of the Earth people. Rest in peace, my friend.

May 19, 2015

Larry & Jeanne Peters

Our condolences. I learned so much from listening to him about so many different topics and was happy to have the family as friends.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Edward Stephens's name

Memorial Events
for Edward Stephens

May

17

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Bennett Funeral Homes - Mechanicsville

8014 Lee Davis Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

May

18

Graveside service

2:00 p.m.

Forest Lawn Cemetery

VA

Funeral services provided by:

Bennett Funeral Homes - Mechanicsville

8014 Lee Davis Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

How to support Edward's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Edward Stephens's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more