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John Stephens Obituary

November 17, 1932 - June 18, 2015 John "Johnny" M. Stephens passed away on June 18 in Orange County, CA surrounded by family. He was born in Valparaiso, Indiana in 1932 to Katherine and Mark Stephens. John served in the US Navy in the fifties. He was an amazing Hollywood 2nd unit cameraman who received the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1994 and traveled the world making major films: Grand Prix, Indiana Jones, ET, and Titanic among his many credits. He is survived by his wife, Barbara and children: Melanie, Johnny, Valerie and Sheri. John's positive and uplifting spirit and warm smile will be missed by everyone. A Memorial Service will be held on June 24th at Christ Pacific Church in Huntington Beach at 11:00.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Jun. 23, 2015.

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June 24, 2024

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Harold Owen

June 20, 2022

Mr. Stephens work was fantastic and a movie is a "must-see" that involved him.
My belated condolences on learning about his death
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Marjorie Rosan-Osler

July 12, 2015

I knew John in the 70s. Our relationship was very special. I was stunned to learn of his passing. I will miss him very much. My memories of John are intact and I will always remember him

Irv Freund

June 23, 2015

What a great guy. you will be really missed!

Bobbi Wunsch

June 23, 2015

Johnny, I will always remember you for living your life to the fullest and sharing that wonderful life with my friend. Barbara, my heart goes out to you, Melanie, John and the family. I wish you peace during this painful time.

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