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Phyllis Stephens Obituary
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STEPHENS, Phyllis O. age 69, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on April 23, 2011. She was born in Springfield, Ohio on May 4, 1941, daughter of Lucille Carter and Herbert Williams. Phyllis was a member of Restored Life Ministries and the American Legion Auxiliary Post 125. She was also a volunteer throughout the community working on many projects. She was an avid vegetable and flower gardener and enjoyed landscaping. She leaves behind a special pet "JR" who has been a faithful companion. Phyllis is survived by her devoted and loving daughter Stephanie Green-Tunstall, two sons Thomas (Angela) Stephens, Tony Channels (Reba) (both of Columbus, Ohio, five brothers William (Carol) Channels (Venice, California), Roger Channels, Lawrence Carter, Jr. Michael Carter (Hopkinsville, Kentucky), Jeff Carter (Ft. Belvoir, Virginia), and three sisters Annette (Bruce) Evans, Lenore Carter (Truman), and Gretta Carter. She also leaves to cherish her memory, daughter, Stephanie Green-Tunstall (Kelvin), sons, Thomas (Angela) Stephens, II, Tony Channels (Reba), brothers, William (Carol) Channels, Roger Channels, Michael Carter, Lawrence Carter, Jeff Carter, sisters, Annette (Bruce) Evans, Lenore (Truman) Carter, and Gretta Carter, grand daughters Renata Green, Ashley Tunstall, Toni Lee Channels and grand son Christopher Channels along with step-children Elder Dale (Patty) Stephens, Rev. Terry (Theresa) Stephens, Morris Stephens, Elder Jackie Sims, Rev. Monica (Bishop Ronald) Logan, Etta Turner, Teresa (Rev. Garfield) Parker, step-grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and brother and sister-in-laws and "Special Buddy" Kelvin Henry. Phyllis was preceded in death by her father, husband, special friend, and step-son. The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 28, 2011, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Greater Grace Temple with words of comfort by Thomas H. Stephens to begin at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be Friday April 29, 2011at 9:00am at Ferncliff Cemetery. Arrangements are provided by Porter-Qualls Funeral Home, Inc.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phyllis Stephens
Deborah (Carter) Razor
May 4, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Yolande Hodges
May 3, 2011
May GOD continue to Bless You all.Lean on JESUS.I love you all.
Yolande(Carter)Hodges
Houston,Texas
Barbara Walls
May 1, 2011
To the Family of Phyllis O. Stephens, may God comfort your Family, She will Sadly be missed but will always remain in our hearts. God bless
Lu Walker
April 29, 2011
Stephanie, Renata, Ashley, and the entire family of Mrs Phyllis Stephens,
We pray a prayer for comfort and peace for you. Your family is in the thoughts and prayers of many. This is a time of stress and sadness but not let your heart be troubled because she is with the lord. If you need anything please call.
All of our love and prayers,
Lu and Chuck
Eric and Kim Carson
April 28, 2011
To the Family of Phyllis O. Stephens,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your mother. May the peace of God, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Crystal (Carter) & Rodney Rhodes
April 28, 2011
Tony,Stephanie & Tom, My deepest condolences to you in the loss of your mother. I have fond memories of her from the "Old Neighborhood". I will always remember her Smile.
Mi'Chael Carter
April 27, 2011
My prayers are with the Family. May God bless the family that we will grow closer to one another Love Always, Mrs. Mi'Chael Lee Gilbert(Gary) and Family.
Betty Carter
April 27, 2011
Tony, Stephanie, Thomas, Lucille and family, I pray the Comforter for peace and comfort during this period in our lives. To know that it is said that " to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". I pray these words will add some comfort to your hearts and carry you during this journey. Mrs. Betty Carter and Family, Columbus, Ohio
Mr. & Mrs. Derrick L. and Jean A. Foward
April 27, 2011
Dear Green-Tunstall, on behalf of the Foward Family, we send our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mother. May the Lord continue to comfort your family in the days ahead. The Lord will console your heart as you enter into this journey.
Terri Cross
April 27, 2011
The memories made and the love shared through the years will not be erased. To you, Tony,Stephanie,and Thomas, we pray the comfort of GOD's loving arms wrapped around you. We love you all. Your niece, Terri Lynn, great-niece Ashley Nicole, and great-nephew Kelvin Dwayne Jr.
Dynetta Brown-Griffith & Family
April 27, 2011
"May the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." 2 Thess. 3:16
Stephanie, Renata, Ashley and the entire family, we thank God for comforting you during this time. You are in our prayers.
April 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with Phyllis' family during this difficult time.
Dr. Filix and staff
Carolyn "Susie" Duncan
April 27, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Timothy Ayers
April 26, 2011
God is welcoming one of His angels this month.
April 26, 2011
April 26, 2011
Dear Tony,Stephanie and Tom,
So,so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mother . We pray that the many wonderful memories will help ease the pain. She was a wonderful caring neighbor and will be missed. Our prayers are with all of you at this trying time. Much love and Prayers,
Mr & Mrs Carter and son
Don.
Mary Riley
April 26, 2011
Stephanie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones in this time of grief.
Daryl Green
April 26, 2011
Stephanie, Tom & Tony,
My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to you in the passing of your mom. Keep GOD first & seek him for comfort. God Bless!
Daryl Green
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