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LAKELAND - Stephens, Billy "Steve" 73 passed away June 25, 2010 at home in Ridge Manor under the care of Hernando Pasco Hospice of Cancer.
He was born in Americus, Georgia to Olin and Alma Todd Stephens. In life Steve did it his way. With his family he owned and operated many businesses in Lakeland, Florida; Steve's Auto Clinic, Stephens Engine Rebuilder's and Steve's Auto Alignment. He served in the Army for three years. Some of his hobbies include Racecar driver, pilot, gunsmith, antique cars, and fishing.
Steve is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Arlene; 3 children Billy Jr. of Lakeland, Florida, Connie Fulghum / Bill of Lakeland, Florida and Lisa Albertini / Tommy of Zephyrhills, Florida, 11 Grandchildren, 3 Great-grandchildren, 4 surviving sisters all from the Georgia area, and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday June 29, 2010 at 11am with visitation one hour before at Hodges Family Funeral Home Dade City, Florida Hwy 301. There will be a visitation on Sunday June 27, 2010 from 2-4pm for friends and family.
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Lisa Stephens
June 25, 2023
It's now been 13 years without you Daddy. And it hasn't gotten a bit easier without you. What I wouldn't give to see your blue eyes and hear your voice again. I'll never stop missing you! I wish I had all those years back again. I would not have wasted a minute. Till I see you again, I Love You Daddy!!!!
Lisa Stephens
July 5, 2022
I cannot believe it's been 12 years now. It definitely does not get better with time. I miss you so much Daddy. I wish I could go back in time and change so much. I am so grateful to have had a positive man in my life like you. You would be proud of the changes I've made in my life. I am strong like you after all. Thank you for being such a great Dad. I Love You Always
Love, Lisa
Lisa Stephens, Daughter
June 21, 2022
Happy Father's Day Daddy! I miss you so much. I wish you were here with us pain free and having a cook out. Life just hasn't been the same without you.
I miss you and love you Daddy!
Lisa Stephens
December 25, 2021
Another Christmas has passed without you and I still miss your jokes and laughter. I know you're my Guardian Angel Daddy. I never needed presents or even a card, I just needed your presence and to remain in your heart. You will always be missed and forever loved.
Love Always, Your Daughter
LISA STEPHENS
Lisa Stephens
October 25, 2021
On October 22, 2021 you would have been 85 years old. I sure do wish we could have been partying. Time has not healed us. I still miss you as much as the day you left us. I will Never forget you Daddy! I hope you knew how much you were loved.
Lisa Albertini
May 28, 2021
Missing you and your laughter each and every day. Always on my mind and forever in my ❤.....
I Love You Daddy!
Lisa Albertini
November 26, 2020
Thanksgiving came and went again without you Daddy. I still put out your favorite, cherry pie. I only hope that someone in this world will miss me as much as I miss you Daddy. And I hope you knew while you were here with us just how much I loved you. I will Never let you be forgotten. I miss you and love you dearly Daddy! Till we meet again...
Lisa Albertini
November 26, 2020
My Daddy definitely did it his way. He was a loving father, a businessman, an entrepreneur, auto racer, gunsmith and an awesome comedian. He made life fun!!!
Lisa
October 23, 2020
October 22, 2020....today we would have been celebrating your 84th Birthday. I wish you were here with us. I miss you so much Daddy! Nothing will ever be the same without you. I will Never forget you, your blue eyes, your laugh, your jokes. You had a way of making life fun. I really, really miss that. I Love You Daddy!!!
Love Always, Lisa
Lisa Albertini
June 26, 2020
June 25, 2020.....It's been 10 years since you left us. I know you're in a better place, but it doesn't stop us from missing you. Thank you for being such a great Daddy. I know you weren't perfect but you stayed even through the rough times. That's what a real Dad does. I will always love you and miss you. The 3 Musketeers are still hanging in there.
Lisa Albertini
June 21, 2020
Happy Father's Day, Daddy! Or at least it would be if you were here. I still leave flowers for you each year. It still breaks my heart ❤. I will NEVER let you be forgotten. I Love You Daddy!
Billy Stephens
June 21, 2020
Happy Fathers Day! Just wish we had more time with you, you made me the man i am today, i hope i never let you down , times have changed, just not the same, love you and miss you!
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2019
Merry Christmas Daddy! I wish you were here with us. I miss your jokes and the laughter around them. I will never forget you, no matter how many holidays come and go. You are always the missing piece. I Love You Daddy!
LISA ALBERTINI
October 22, 2019
Happy 83rd Birthday Daddy! I wish you were here with us, happy and healthy. There have been so many changes since you've been gone; but missing you is always the same. I know it was your time to go Daddy but I was never prepared to lose you. I will always keep your memory alive. I will never forget. I Love You and Miss You terribly. Until we see each other again, keep the angels laughing!
Lisa Albertini
June 30, 2019
Daddy, you left us 9 years ago on June 25th and I still have a huge hole in my heart. I miss you so much. Our lives have changed so much since you've been gone. Alot of sad things and alot of happy things. I just wish you were here with us to enjoy the happy changes. We've survived some pretty difficult times, but things are finally turning around for us. I will never forget you Daddy. I know you're watching over us. I Love You!!
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2018
Merry Christmas Daddy. It's been another long year without you. So many changes and yet we're all still here. I would give anything for you to be here with us cancer free, happy and making us all laugh again. I miss the jokes and laughing the most. It's so lonely without you Dad. You wouldn't believe how much you are loved and missed. You made a huge hole in my heart when you got sick and left. I try hard to take good care of Mom. I can't imagine being here without her. I would probably die from loneliness without her. We like to think you are in Georgia on a fishing trip. Till we see each other again, I Love You and Miss You Daddy!
Lisa Albertini
October 22, 2018
Today we would have celebrated your 82nd Birthday Daddy. I miss you every day of every year. You will always be a huge part of my life. My Love for You will never fade. Wishing you were here to blow out the candles. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!
I Love You and Miss You Terribly!!
Love Always,
Lisa
Lisa Albertini
June 19, 2018
Father's Day came and went on Sunday the 17th. It just isn't right for you to not be here. I took roses to Bushnell again, it was a sad time for me. I miss you more than you could ever imagine. I Love You Daddy!!
Love Always,
Lisa
Lisa Albertini
May 28, 2018
Remembering and Honoring You on Memorial Day. I Love You Daddy!! Thank You for Everything throughout the years. Always and Forever.....
Lisa Albertini
April 20, 2018
Today you and Mom would have celebrated 61 years of marriage. I wish you were here with us to celebrate. Mom sure does miss you Daddy, as we all do. It's just not right with you being gone. I think of you every day. I still need my Daddy here with me and I am so grateful to still have Mom here. I would be so lost without her. Keep looking over us and guide us. I Love You and Miss You!!
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2017
Merry Christmas Daddy!! Another long year has drug by without you. As always.....time does not heal wounds. That is definitely a myth. I miss you even more as time goes by. We are not much of a family anymore now that you are gone. You left a legacy of laughter and better times. I am grateful that you are no longer suffering, but I feel like I took your place somehow. I will Never forget your joking, laughter and brilliant blue eyes. Hope to see you again soon. I Love You Daddy!!
Lisa Albertini
November 23, 2017
Happy Thanksgiving Daddy!! I am so grateful that you were my Daddy. You have given me alot to be thankful for. Mom misses you so much. And I am so lucky to still have her. I would be so lonely without her in my life. Thank you for always being there for us and keeping us together. I will never forget you. I am always leaving flowers on your grave. I know you are not there but I love visiting and talking to you. I would have given anything to have kept you with us longer. Until we are together again, you are always in my heart. I Love You Daddy!
Lisa Albertini
October 22, 2017
Happy 81st Birthday Daddy! I wish I was rushing around for your cake and gifts. I miss you so much. I know I sound like a broken record but my heart is broken. You always managed to keep us together as a family and kept us laughing. Now nothing seems to work out right. Life is boring and monotonous without you. Getting older is definitely no fun. I Love You and Miss You Daddy! You will always be in my heart and soul. I will never let your legacy fade away. Wish you were here with us to blow out your candles. Always thinking of you.
Lisa Albertini
June 25, 2017
Daddy, it's been 7 long years now since you left us. Whoever said time heals all wounds....Lied! It does not get better with time. It merely prolongs the agony. I'll be glad when this life is over. Every painful day just drags on. People that I thought I could trust have betrayed me and broken my heart. I'm almost glad you're not here to see it. No one is the same anymore. I was alone for so long because I didn't stand up for myself and allowed people to mistreat me. You would never have allowed things to go so bad. I guess I always thought my Daddy could fix anything. Maybe that's why I miss you so much. I'm still a work in progress. You would have found a way to make me laugh about life. I am finally starting to be happy again. Just wish you were here to see it. Keep looking over me please. I Love You and Miss You Daddy!!!!
Lisa Albertini
June 18, 2017
Happy Father's Day Daddy!! I still miss you and cry on every so-called holiday. Occasions just aren't happy without you around. I always knew that you & Mom were such a huge part of my life; just never realized how lonely I would feel without you. I hope you knew how much you meant to me Daddy. My heart will never be whole again until I see you again. I Love You!!!
Lisa Albertini
April 20, 2017
Today would have been you and Mom's 60th Anniversary. I sure do wish you were here with us to celebrate. I would have thrown such an awesome party. I still take Mom flowers every year. I will never forget. I'm grateful I have the photos and memories from the last party. I Love You and Miss You Dearly Daddy!!! Can't wait to see you again. I'm sure you are in a much better place than we are.
Love Always,
Lisa
Lisa Albertini
January 2, 2017
Another so called Happy New Year Daddy. Wishing you were here as always. I am working hard to make this year better than ever. I sure could use your help though. Keep looking over us and Mom especially. I'm not ready to let her go either. She needs your strength right now. I Love You Daddy!!!
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2016
Merry Christmas Daddy!! I missed you today and throughout the year. You are always on my mind and in my heart. No one could ever take your place. Thank you for being such a great Daddy. I wish you were here with us to celebrate. I will always love you Daddy!!
Love Always,
Lisa
Lisa Albertini
November 24, 2016
Happy Thanksgiving Daddy!! I'm still so thankful to have had you for my Dad. I can't seem to stop missing you. The harder life gets, I miss you more. You always knew how to fix everything. I sure could use your help right now. I'm lost in so many ways and really need your guidance and love. My heart is always hurting. You always knew how to kick me into gear. I need your strength right now. I'm making a lot of positive changes in my life and wish you were here to see them. I miss your laughter; it got me through a lot of difficult times. Our family is so small now that you're gone. I wish we could go back in time. I Love You and Miss You Daddy!!
Lisa Albertini
October 22, 2016
Happy 80th Birthday to my sweet Daddy!! I still miss you each day. I would give anything if you were still here with us. I know you are in a much better place. My heart will always have an empty spot. Life just isn't much fun without you. Until we see each other again, I Love You Daddy!! Thank you for always being there for me when life was tough.
Lisa Albertini
June 25, 2016
It's been 6 long years now Daddy.......Life is still lonely without you. You always managed to keep us all together and smiling. We sure miss that. You were a Kind and Humble man Daddy. I'll always love you and keep your memory alive.
I Love You Daddy, more than you could ever know. Thank you for everything!!
Lisa Albertini
June 19, 2016
Happy Father's Day Daddy!!! I still miss you terribly. I hope you knew how much I Loved and Appreciated you as my Daddy. You were a Kind and Humble Man. You will always be in my heart and on my mind. I think of you every day. You taught me so many things. I hope to make you proud of me some day. I Love You Daddy!!!xoxoxo
Lisa ALBERTINI
February 14, 2016
Happy Valentine's Day Daddy! I guess you took my heart with you. You are always on my mind. Things just aren't the same without you. Sometimes life feels like too much of a struggle. Can't wait to see you again. All my love, as always! Lisa
Lisa ALBERTINI
January 2, 2016
It's a New Year Daddy, just not a happy one. Wish you were here. The days seem to get more difficult. I miss you so much, sometimes it's unbearable. When you left, you took all the laughter and joy. Till we see each other again...I Love You!!
Lisa ALBERTINI
October 22, 2015
Happy 79th Birthday, Daddy! I know you are watching over us from above. I would give anything for you to be here with us; healthy and happy. I could sure use your guidance and love right now. I'm a survivor now because of the strength you instilled in me. Mom is still beautiful and strong. Billy is still working hard just like you did. He works hard to make you proud! We all miss you terribly!! I Love You Daddy!!! I wish you were here to blow out your candles. It's not the same without you. Love, Lisa
Lisa Albertini
June 25, 2015
Daddy, it's been 5 long years today. I sure do miss you and your joking around.The silence is deafening now. I miss the lighthearted jokes and your beautiful blue eyes. We don't seem to laugh or smile much anymore. You would be so proud of Billy now. He is a good Daddy and does it all. Just wish you were here and healthy. It broke my heart to see you suffer, but you were strong and never complained. I'm proud to be your daughter. I hope I live long enough to make you proud of me. I Love You Daddy!
June 22, 2015
I would give everything I own and my life, just to be able to hug you and tell you how I really have missed you. I hope one day I can be just as good a father as you were to us. I never thought losing you in my life, would leave so a huge hole in my heart, sometimes I can't catch my breath, tears fall without though. Dad I really need your help with Mom and Lisa, we stay together to make another day. I couldn't make it without her, love you always Billy Jr.
Lisa Albertini
June 21, 2015
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY DADDY!! I wish you were here with us. It will never be the same without you. I miss the laughter and joy. Sometimes the silence is unbearable. The loneliness never goes away. I Love You and Think of You Every Day!
Lisa Albertini
April 23, 2015
Yesterday would have been you and Mom's 58th wedding anniversary. Sure wish you were here so we could celebrate. Time has not made it easier. I started radiation today and wish you were here to help me get through it. I miss you so much Daddy! My heart aches for you each and every day. I Love You!!
Lisa Albertini
February 24, 2015
Daddy, I made it through my surgery; next is radiation. I take more after you than we thought. I know you are watching over me through this difficult time. You are such a huge part of my heart. I Love You and Miss You Terribly!! All My Love!
Jim Wallace
February 18, 2015
To my mentor. You was such a huge influence on my life. I think about your words of wisdom in my life today. I miss that grin/smirk you had when you knew you was right. I learned so much from you that I use in my life today. You have a huge impact on my life. Hope little blue eyes the best, she always had such a huge heart. And admired her daddy... Miss ya Mr Steve. Jim Wallace. Bridge City Texas
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2014
Merry Christmas Daddy!! I Love You and Miss You So Much. The holidays were always so much happier when you were here with us. I miss your sparkling blue eyes and joking around. I know you are watching over us each day. I feel your presence. Stay close, I always need your guidance. All My Love Daddy!!
Love, Lisa
December 5, 2014
You help guide me so much when I was young and dumb. You had such a way of teaching, You taught me so much more than just a passion of the automobile. You helped and guided me beyond words. You are a great man. Jim Wallace. Bridge city, Texas.
Lisa Albertini
November 10, 2014
Daddy I miss you so much. I need you here with me now. Me & Billy could sure use your guidance and wisdom right now. I pray that you are watching over us each day. I wish I could build a staircase to heaven and be with you. Forever in my heart .. I Love You Daddy!xoxoxo
Jim Wallace
February 21, 2014
To Lisa and Billy. Your father took me under his wing in the 80's when I was in my teens. he was such a brilliant man. I miss that crooked little smirk he had. And always had a way of teaching me the passion of automobiles, fix it, don't replace it. well Im now 47 and owe so much to him for just givin me that chance when all I had was a little grey craftsman tool box. The smartest man Ive ever had the honor of learning from. Plus good fishing on his river. Much Respect. Jim Wallace
Lisa Albertini
January 1, 2014
Another year is gone Daddy. As always I wish you were here. I wish you could see how beautiful Arlene is. I'm so proud of her and you would be too. I miss my Daddy and she misses her Poppy. I love you Daddy!! Thanks for being such a great Dad and Grandfather.
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas Daddy!! It's not so merry without you. I still get through the days thinking that you're off fishing in Georgia. I miss our road trips. Life seems so simple and boring without you. I can't wait to see you again. You will always be in my heart and prayers. Thank you for all the great times in my life. I love you and miss you Dadddy!!!!
Lisa Albertini
October 21, 2013
Happy 77th Birthday, Daddy!! I wish you were here. You will never know how much I miss you. Your sense of humor got me through a lot. It's not fair to lose you the way I did. I worked so hard to take care of you right to the end. I wouldn't trade that time with you for anything. Thank you for everything. I Love You Daddy. Forever...
Lisa Albertini
July 2, 2013
I need you so much Daddy. I need your help through this difficult time. I miss having you to call and talk to. You always had the right answers for everything. I hope you knew how much I genuinely loved you!! My life is forever changed without you. I Love You Daddy and Miss You so bad that it's killing me inside. It's lonely without you...Love, Lisa
Billy Stephens Jr.
June 26, 2013
I can't put into words, the heartache i still feel since you been gone. I still wait for your phone calls while I'm on the road,late at night. I miss our time together,going to the mountains,fishing and our long talks about thing and why. You never told me it was so hard to be a good dad or just how hard it would be without you,my dad. I miss you so much,i just want die,its been really hard to smile,yet after all this time,i still cry, i love you dad,miss you dearly.Im still waiting on my phone call,your son billy
Lisa Albertini
June 25, 2013
It's been 3 long sad years now Daddy. The time is flying by but the pain of losing you never eases. I miss you so much! I know you are looking down from above.
Lisa Albertini
May 4, 2013
Thinking of you Daddy..I miss you and love you dearly!
Lisa Albertini
January 1, 2013
HAPPY NEW YEAR, DADDY! I wish you were here to celebrate with us. I Love & Miss You Terribly!!!!
Lisa Albertini
December 25, 2012
Merry Christmas Daddy!! I miss you more each year. I thought it was suppose to get easier with time. I miss your jokes & laughter. I Love You Daddy!!!I hope you are still watching over us. We need you so much. Life just isn't much fun without you Daddy.
Lisa Albertini
October 22, 2012
Happy 76th Birthday Daddy!! Heaven is a brighter place with you there. My heart always aches for you. I'll be so glad to be with you again. I Miss You and Love You So Much Daddy!!! I hope your blue eyes are still watching over us from above. You Are An Awesome Daddy!!!!
Lisa Albertini
June 25, 2012
Father's Day was lonely without you again. And now 2 years have passed. Nothing is the same without you! I Love You Daddy!! I miss you more than you could imagine.
Lisa Albertini
April 20, 2012
I wish you were here to celebrate you & moms anniversary. We miss you and will never forget. I love you Daddy!!
Lisa Albertini
February 26, 2012
I miss you Daddy and I think of you every single day. I hope to see you soon. All my love....
Lisa Albertini
February 13, 2012
To My Sweet Daddy...The first man I gave my heart to. I Love You and Miss You Terribly. I miss our long talks and our fun trips away from it all. What I wouldn't give to have more time with you. Happy Valentine's Day Daddy! We Love You...
Billy Stephens
February 11, 2012
Dad,I always thought you were so hard on me,when we worked together. I just didnt realize, I always had you there with me. Without you it wouldnt be possible. Now i feel so alone with out you. I thank god,for having the best dad,in the world. I hope,I didnt let you down.The nights are so long and dark. Another year has passed. Tears still fall when i think of you,wishing to talk to you again. We love you Dad!!
Lisa Albertini
December 24, 2011
Merry Christmas to you in Heaven!! Wish you were here with us. Forever in our hearts...We Love You Daddy!
Lisa Albertini
December 24, 2011
Merry Christmas to you in Heaven!! Wish you were here with us. Forever in our hearts...We Love You Daddy!
Lisa Albertini
November 24, 2011
Thankful we had you, even though it wasn't long enough. We Love You and Miss You Daddy!!!
Thankful for You!!
Lisa Albertini
November 23, 2011
Lisa Albertini
October 22, 2011
Daddy I miss you so much. I wish you were here with us today to celebrate your 75th birthday. "Happy Birthday Daddy"!!! I know you are in a better place but that doesn't seem to ease the pain. I pray that I made you proud to be my Dad. I Love You Daddy!!!
Billy Stephens Jr.
September 8, 2011
Dad,I still look above,hoping to get a glance of you smiling at me.I think of things we use to do,relized just how lucky i was to share the trips and stories with you.For once in my life,I"m speechless!I don"t think I would make it without Lisa.What would dad do,is what she said.Tears tear my heart without you!! love Billy Jr.
Billy Stephens Jr.
June 30, 2011
A year has passed.It's been so very hard to make it this far without you.I hope I did'nt let you down.I'm packed and ready for next trip to the ga. mountains.Sometimes it hurts so much not able to see or speak to you.I never knew the night can be so dark you love always your son Billy jr.
Lisa Albertini
June 29, 2011
Daddy, this has been the longest year of my life without you. I miss your beautiful blue eyes and you making me laugh. I am so lonely without you!!! My heart aches for you and I can't wait to be with you again some day. I will never forget you Daddy. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART FOREVER.........Love, Lisa
Lynn Phillips
March 16, 2011
Uncle Billy, I miss talking to you every week. You could always make me smile. I have a lot of special memories of you. I love you, Lynn
Eric Henry
March 8, 2011
Uncle Steve: I miss our late-evening talks and all the guidance you gave me through my life. You were my "Second Dad". I'll see you in Heaven and please take care of my Daddy til I get there. Love you and miss you, Eric
Billy Stephens
December 21, 2010
Dad,I think of u often.Life has been so hard without you!I missed our time together and your stories.I never knew it would be this hard to fill your shoes.I often wonder what your fixin in heaven! Love Billy Stehens Jr.
Lisa & Tommy Albertini
December 1, 2010
Daddy, You are terribly missed!!
Love, The Albertini Family
BUBBA & AJ Albertini
December 1, 2010
We Love You and Miss You Poppy!!
You were the Best Poppy we could have ever had..........
Love Always, Phoenix "Bubba" and Arlene "AJ"
Lisa Albertini
December 1, 2010
Daddy, my heart aches for you. My life will never be whole again without you in it. I am so lost without you Daddy! Forever, Your Loving Baby Daughter, Lisa
Connie Fulghum
June 29, 2010
I love you Dad, Connie and family
Carol Britt
June 29, 2010
Arlene I am so sorry for your loss you and Billy had a lot of years together. I miss you and I love you. Look to God for strength he will be with you.
Janie LeMay
June 27, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you strength during this difficult time.
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