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Eddie Stephenson Obituary
Dr. Eddie R. Stephenson, 78, passed away Sunday, September 26, 2010 at Hudson Creek Alzheimer Care in Bryan.
Funeral services are set for 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 29, at First Baptist Church in Bryan. Interment will follow in Rest-Ever Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, at Memorial Funeral Chapel in Bryan.
Dr. Stephenson was born October 25, 1931 to Elmore and Emmie (Flynt) Stephenson. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He fell in love with Henrietta Blanchette at the ripe age of 18 and married her at 19, with children soon to follow. He fell in love with chiropractic when he was a little boy and his mother had back trouble and became a Chiropractor when he was 23.
Dr. Stephenson along with his son was the owner of Stephenson Chiropractic; he worked at his practice until his health started to fail him in January of this year. He was a member of the Texas Chiropractic Alumni Association and Texas Chiropractic Association. Dr. Stephenson was a member of First Baptist Church in Bryan and the Business Men's Bible study. He and his wife spent months at a time doing missionary work, traveling all over world including, Brazil, Russia, Romania, Hungary, Estonia and California. Dr. Stephenson was also a member of The Shriner's and the Brazos Union Lodge.
His hobbies were more numerous than his children, and ever changing but there was usually a good book involved, a horse, or a camping trip and sometimes all the above. Dr. Stephenson was a participating member of the National Cutting Horse Association for ten years. He loved listening to music, hunting, fishing and being outdoors, raising cattle and watching a good western on TV.
He fell in love with Jesus as an infant, when his parents would tell his Bible stories. The last great and most important love stayed with him throughout his life, and he was never ashamed to tell of how God changed his life. If you knew Eddie Stephenson, you knew how much he loved His Lord. Other than Jesus, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the twinkle in his eye. Being honest with his emotions, they never had to guess whether he was proud of them, they knew he was! He loved his family, his profession, and his Savior Jesus Christ.
Dr. Stephenson was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lazell Cihal and Ellene Rivers; brothers, Dr. J. E. Stephenson and Richard Ted Stephenson.
He is survived by his wife, Henrietta Stephenson of Bryan; sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Ted and Jackie Sue Stephenson of Bryan, Terry and Jeanie Stephenson of Rockwall, Bill and Debra Stephenson of College Station, Phillip and Susie Stephenson of Bryan; daughter, Charlotte Stephenson of Bryan; brothers, Joe Stephenson of Houston, Louis Stephenson of Ganado, Dr. Stewart Stephenson of Bryan; sisters, Delila Petersen of Boone, N.C., Virginia Mosley of Waller; grandchildren, Jenna Grubbs and husband Kevin, Alicia and Katrina Stephenson, Natalie and Victoria Stephenson, Aynsley, Brent and Chase Stephenson, Heather and Alexandria Stephenson; great-grandchildren, Colby, Kennedy and Carlee Grubbs and numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be left at www.memorialfuneralchapelbryan.com
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for Eddie Stephenson
David Horton
September 30, 2010
Mr. Bill
My prayers are with you and the family. Keep GOD in your heart and He will guide you through this trying time.
May GOD bless you all.
David E. Horton Sr.
Mr.&Mrs Joe Ellisor
September 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Daniel Osborne
September 30, 2010
Remember Uncle Eddie from my early youth. Always generous with a firm handshake and good advice. You will be missed and many condolences to the family. You will be dearly missed but God finds you in a better place now. From one season to the next we go. Onward and upward Uncle Eddie! Love you!
Mary Campise
September 30, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
John& Mary Tigerina
September 29, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Linda Osborne
September 29, 2010
So sorry for the loss of Uncle Eddie. Although I didn't get to spend much time with him and Aunt Henrietta I remember him as a kind and soft spoken man, who loved his family and his God. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
(Linda Osborne, Munford Tn)
Bubbba and Dawna Rosenkranz
September 29, 2010
Dear Stephenson Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss. Dr. Stephenson was such a fine Christian man and loved by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jim & Linda Osborne
September 29, 2010
Even though Linda& I cannot be there with you all today,you are in our hearts and prayers. It was my pleasure to have known him, an honor to call him Uncle. May God be with you all today. Aunt Henrietta, I Love You.
Lori Kazmir
September 29, 2010
I have known Dr. Ed for as long as I can remember and will miss him. He was a friendly and caring person. My prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Peter Osborne
September 29, 2010
Uncle Eddie was a great inspiration to me personally. I spent a number of wonderful Summers visiting him. He was always supportive and caring. I was thankful to be able to visit with him at the TCC Homecoming before his passing. The world was a better place with him in it.
With Love,
Dinah Meitzen
September 29, 2010
Uncle Eddie was an inspiration to all his family. I always admired and was encouraged by his love of God and family, his big smile, his work ethic, his desire to make the world a better place. As his niece by marriage, I loved going to the Stephenson home; it was cheerful and welcoming because he and Aunt Henrietta opened their hearts and hearth. I am a better person for having known him.
Dawn Green-Gonzales
September 28, 2010
My Uncle Eddie was an amazing man! We loved and cherished every moment with him. We spent many summers in College Station with them. My mom Clara (Sissy) and daddy Harold always made sure they were a big part of our life. He will be missed. Our hearts go out to all who miss him! Dawn Green-Gonzales
September 28, 2010
Mrs. Stephenson, Ted and Stephenson family: I was very saddened to read the paper late this afternoon and realize that this world will no longer know Ed's wonderful smile, deep voice and dapper style. The chiropractic profession has lost a true champion. Our prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Dr. Marcy Halterman
Dr. Rio DeLeon
Dr. Jarrod Cashion
Dr. Tim Bolton
Sarah Zapalac
September 28, 2010
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I have very fond memories of Dr. Ed. The Stephenson family will be in my prayers.
Jessica Konvicka
September 28, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. I feel so blessed to have known Dr. Ed. He always had a bright smile on his face and a warm hug to offer. It was a joy to work with him and learn from him. The whole Stephenson family is in my prayers. He will be greatly missed.
Valerie Noyes
September 28, 2010
Terry and Bill, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Cathi Laney
September 28, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Keith Turley
September 28, 2010
Mrs. Stephenson and Ted, please accept our prayers and thanks for the life of Dr. Stephenson. Y'all have been so kind to my family over the years. My girls will always remember their treatments received and time shared with Dr. Stephenson. May the Lord comfort you in your time of need as only He can. The Doc will be missed. Keith, Janis, Herb and Margaret Turley
Parten & Karla Wakefield
September 28, 2010
Our prayers and thoughts to the Stephenson family during this time. Growing up around the Stephenson household holds so many great memories. One shared passion we had was that of bird dogs and hunting. Those were truly some times that I cherished. I can only imagine the bird dogs and cutting horses that he found in heaven with his Lord and Savior. He was someone that I looked up to as a role model and I will miss him. My God comfort his family.
Leroy & Cynthia Kazmir
September 28, 2010
Our prayers go out to the family. He was a great person and will be missed.
September 28, 2010
So sorry to hear of Dr. Eds passing. My love and prayers are with each of you. He was a good Dr. and I know his family will miss him. Betty Edlen (Virginia Il.)
Whitnee Tupe
September 27, 2010
I will never forget what Dr. Ed taught me in the short amount of time I got to know him. May God be with him, and his family forever.
James Jenkins
September 27, 2010
He will be missed! I loved going to the family reunion when we were young an seeing everyone an of course getting adjustments while we were there. We will be praying for his family!! We know he is in heaven with his heavenly Father walking on the streets of gold. He was a great example for us to follow! Im pround to say I was kin to him. Dr. James w. Jenkins DC grandson of Ellen Stephenson Rivers
Marci Jimenez-Ramirez
September 27, 2010
My prayers to the Stephenson family. Dr. Ed was not only a wonderful doctor, but a true example of a Godly man. He always took the time to give me advice and pray with me no matter how great or small my tribulation. We could always count on that cheerful good morning and hug at the end of day when we worked with him. He loved the Lord and always shared this with his patients and employees. He touched the hearts of everyone he met. Heaven has a new star, he has gone home.
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