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Latreesa Stephens Obituary
Latreesa was preceded in death by her mother, Evangelist Rosa L. Ferrell Hickman; brother, Oddy Fralin; and grandfather, Harvey Harris.
Latreesa was united in marriage to Eugene Wesley Stephens Jr. To this union two children were born, Roteshia and Raysean Stephens. She was a very devoted and loving person to family and friends. She made friends wherever she went, no one was a stranger. She loved, cared for, and encouraged all who were around her.
She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by Bishop Larry Manns. She attended Mt. Sinai Holiness Church under Pastor Ora B. Brown and Evangelist Rosa L. Ferrell Hickman.
Latreesa was employed by Magnolia Ridge Assistant Living for 11 years, she was a dedicated worker. Everyone loved and adored her. She was very loyal to her job and patients. Latreesa was the type of person who can not be replaced, she will be sorely missed by everyone.
Those left to cherish her memories are her husband of 24 years, Eugene Wesley Stephens Jr.; her very devoted children, her daughter, Roteshia Stephens; and her son, Raysean Stephens; a granddaughter who she adored, Kamyah Jones; father, Freddie Fralin; stepfather, Woodrow Hickman Jr.; special grandmothers, Geneva Harris and Claudine Fralin; two sisters, Cheryl Ferrell and Angelia Sanders; brothers, Freddie Fralin Jr., Kim Hickman, all of Roanoke, Va., and Pete Lacewell, of South Carolina; a special cousin like a sister, Kacelia Ferrell; special and devoted nephew like a son, Anthony Ferrell; special nephew, Tyrone Ferrell; very special great-nephew, Nasmeke Ferrell; mother-in-law, Mary Stephens; father-in-law, Eugene Wesley Stephens Sr.; brothers-in-law, Jerome (Sondra) Stephens and Shavon Stephens; three sisters-in-law, Veronica McGeorge, Shanika Stephens and Shayla Stephens; aunts, Mary Ferrell, Rovella Ferrell and Cathy Ferrell; uncles, Richard Lee, Joe (Iris) Ferrell, James (Carolyn) Ferrell, Joe C. Ferrell, all of Roanoke, Va., and Ralph (Mary) Harris ,of Petersburg, Va.; great-aunts, Shirley Carter and Louise Gunter; great-uncle, Curtis (Cathy) Carter, all of Roanoke, Va.; godson, Darius Curtis; special pet, Hennessey Stephens; devoted friends, Mary Rose Preston, Rhonda Cobbs and Wanda Brown; 17 nieces and nephews; 13 great-nieces and nephews; and a host of other devoted relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at Jerusalem Baptist Church with the Rev. Floyd Gregory Jr. officiating and Elder Gary Scales, eulogist. The interment will be in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2008, at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Latreesa Stephens
Fredra Smith
October 18, 2008
My heart goes out to the family of Pokie. Be strong and keep GOD first. She is in a better place and GOD wanted her to have her wings and that is truly a blessing and honor for GOD to give you your wings to walk along side of him. Take care stick together and stay strong in the faith of GOD.
Peggy A. Mason
October 18, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lawrence and Barbara Routh
October 18, 2008
To the Ferrell & Stephens Familes please accept our condolences in the loss of "Porky." It is our prayer that her memories and the times you shared together will help you get through these difficult times. we know that all things work together to the good to them that love God.
Cheryl Lewis
October 17, 2008
Angela, you're such a sweet person and a beautiful help to the Junior Usher Board at Bibleway! I send my condolences to you and your family for your loss(BIG HUG)... Although it may seem to be more than you can bear, trust in the Lord for HE is your refuge and strength! If you need anything, you have my number.. hug the boys for me too!
Dayjuan Curtis
October 17, 2008
to my favorite cousin's ro & ray. i know it was nice having who was slow to take and quick to give. but god have a plan for the both of you. I know the both of you is still hurting from "aunt pokey's" death, but consider this a celebration. a homegoing celebration. It's going to take a while but trust me its going to work out. the both of you know that you are my favorite cousin's and both of you have my number. so ro, you know who to call when you need a baby-sitter for mya, and ray we are always together any ways so thats not going to change. i love the both of you and you know yall will be in my prayers
Carl and LaVerne Hunt
October 17, 2008
To the Ferrell and Stephens Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers especially during this time of breavement. No matter what you may go through, God is the source of our strength and He is a great comforter and healer.
Lisa Willis-Jones
October 17, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
shelley ivey
October 17, 2008
To the family of our beloved Pokey:
Your lady was one of the first "real" people I met here in Roanoke, her heart was pure gold- displayed in her smile and laugh to friends, family, patients, and strangers. Beautiful, strong and sweet in a Big Mama way... she will be so missed! With the rain let your tears go because Latreesa preferred your smiles and laughter. Many prayers to all of you, will miss our great sister!
Danny + Stephanie Ferguson
October 17, 2008
May God comfort you in your time of bereavement.
LYNETTE LEWIS AND THE LEWIS FAMILY
October 17, 2008
TO THE FERRELL AND STEPHENS FAMILY, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND POKEY WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HER.
precious, pint (stevens)-noel
October 17, 2008
RO RO I am sorry to hear about your lost our prayer are with you Pokey will be sadly missed.
Gail Wells
October 16, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Ferrell family. My son Marcus has been sad since he heard Pokey had passed he said he will always remember her calling him her lil'man.
Kim and Anglia Hickman
October 16, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April Hurley
October 16, 2008
Angie,Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking about you and your family.You all are in my prayers.
Frank and Ericka (Perry) Ingram
October 16, 2008
I've been knowing you for so long and was very lucky to know both sides of you (Pokie and Latreesa) at work (Our Lady of the Valley) and growing up in southwest. My mom always talk about how she and your mom gave birth on the very same day. So I feel like I've known you all my life. I am very sadden, shocked and hurt to hear of your passing but God's decision is never a mistake. I love you and keep smiling from heaven. And to Speedy, may God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Terry & Violet Finney & Family
October 16, 2008
To The Ferrell and Stephens Family
We are so sorry to hear about Pokie, we have known her our whole life and we just want you to know she is in a better place now no more pain and suffering, just keep your faith in God and know that he will bring you thru this. If there is anything that we can do please let us know.
Donna (Scooter) Stephens Haynesworth
October 16, 2008
Pokey will be sadly missed. She had such a big heart and the patience of Job. She was a great mother and a wife who stood the test of time. She will be missed, but in the comfort of knowing she's in a better place.
Muriel Hester
October 16, 2008
To the Ferrell Family,
May you find comfort in prayer and knowing that God will take care of you. Cherish the memories of your love one and understand that she is not suffering for God will bless each of you in his own special way.
Sincerely,
Muriel Hester
Co-worker of Kacelia Ferrell
Gaynell+Janale Mason
October 16, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Marilyn & Cathy & Richard Stockton/Robertson/Taylor
October 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Metra,Kierra,Travon,Anthony,and LiL kamden Tucker-Claytor
October 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.I know that you will be missed,But to the family remeber to look to god for all of your answer and in time he will heal you .
Mr. Antony Wallington
October 16, 2008
Raysean and Ro..I know what you are going thru, and I've been in your place. I know that this is a difficult time for you. But just keep your head up and know that she is sitting high and looking low. I wish I had a chance to have met her face to face. But she raised two good kids and I'm glad that I had a chance to have met you both. Ray, your like a brother to me, so if you need me, I'm only a call away. God Bless the entire family and may peace be with you.
Angelia Ferrell-Sanders
October 15, 2008
To my dearest baby sister, I miss you so so vey much. Pokey it is so hard for me to accept that you are gone. The tears just seem to keep falling and my heart is so heavy and hurt so bad. I know that God does nothing wrong, and he saw that you were getting tired so he did what he had to do call you home with him and our mother. I can promise you that Cheryl and I will do all we can to take care of Ro, Ray, and "granny's girl". I will keep the memories of you instored in your nephews forever especially "Lukie". Sunday dinners will never be the same without you. Tell our mother hello and look after you as I know she will.
I love you and miss you forever and always.
Love your sister and your best friend.
Angelia
Leticia Curtis
October 15, 2008
To Ro and Ray first of all i love yall and i know what yall are going through. I am sorry for you alls lost but now she is resting and stress free. I loved yall mom like she was my sister. She was a great god mother to my son he talks about her all the time we are going to miss her. Just because she is gone don't hessitate to call me for any thing. I love you all. (Twinkle)
Debra, LaTasha, & Travis Watkins
October 15, 2008
Ro-Ro, Cheryl, Archie, Goobie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Pokey. She will surely be missed.You are now and forever in my prayers. May God wipe the tears from your eyes and give you strength. I surely know what you are feeling. This was not the end of the road for Pokey; it was only a bend in the road, leading her into an exciting new world full of joy and happiness with our Heavenly Father. Be strong in the Lord and choose to one day rejoice with her again in Heaven.
JoElla John
October 15, 2008
Latreesa was a kind and loving person. Her devotion to her 'residents" and the loyalty to her chosen work was commendable. We were fortunate to have employed her and to have been able to call her a friend. She was strong and giving both to her family and her community. I always admired her spirit and determination in the face of trials and tribulation. May God grant his peace and acceptance to the family and many close friends. Remember her laughing and enjoying life, for she surely knew how to do that.
Nita Hampton & Family
October 15, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lois Whorley-Crawford
October 15, 2008
To Cheryl and Angie, You are in my prayers, and remember that God picks his prettiest flowers first, Pokey RIP. Say hello to my mother Shirley Whorley
Cathy Mattox ( Salem VAMC)
October 15, 2008
Latreesa was a wonderful perosn. I had the blessing of getting to know her at Mag.Ridge. She was a wonderful caregiver. She will be greatly missed . May the Lord keep you and envelope you in his arms at this most difficult time.
Bobby & LaVonne (Lady) Brown
October 15, 2008
To the Ferrell, and Stephens Family: My deepest sympathy go out to you.
May God Bless each and everyone of
you.
Pastor Gary Scales
October 14, 2008
To the Stephens and Ferrell Family, You are in our prayers in this time of sorrow but yet a time of celebration for the life of your mother, daughter, granddaughter, niece and friend. There is no pain that heaven cant heal. There is a blessing behind this storm! Pastor Gary Scales, You Are Blessed Outreach Ministry COGIC, Roanoke, Va
Lorenda Toomer
October 14, 2008
To Angela & the entire family of Latreesa: We send our condolesences and our prayers at this time of sorrow. Words cannot take away the pain but the memories you all shared with her will forever be in your hearts. Stay strong and look to God for your strength. Lorenda/Philp Toomer
Larry and Pat Ashworth
October 13, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss. Latreesa was always a joy to be around what time we knew her at Magnolia Ridge. We know she will all ways be remembered for her great personality.
Trina Craggett
October 13, 2008
I remember when we worked together at " Our Lady Of The Valley" girl we use to laugh and act a fool. You were a good person never had a hash word for me. Say hello to my son Jason Latreesa. You Will Be Truely Missed.
Vonitta Stuart
October 13, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Aisha
October 13, 2008
Ro Ro, Cheryl, Kacelia and Family, My prayers are with you. I can just sit back and smile at the times we laughed together when me and Momma Pokey was pretending to be mother and daughter for the short time I knew her she was a beautiful outgoing fun person to be around and I will cherish the laughter we had together I am proud to say that I got to know her. And will miss her dearly! Love you and keep your head up fam!
Terese "Ann" Mays "Dunn"
October 13, 2008
To the family,
Pokey was someone special to many people. Pokey faced many trials and tribulations in her life, but thank God she endured. She was strong and a friend to many. She has finally found that peace, that sweet peace that she so rightly deserved while here on earth. Rest my sister and enjoy the peace you have found in the Lord. I will see you again one day. Love much to the family. Show love today...as if it was your last. God bless.
Latrice Hilton
October 13, 2008
To the family:
I was saddened to hear of Pokey's passing. I know there is pain and sorrow, but keep all of your memories alive in your heart. From there she will never be gone.
MARIE MELDRUM & FAMILY
October 13, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF LATREESA, IT WAS A SHOCK TO HAVE HEARD OF HER PASSING. I CANT BELIEVE IT REALLY, I JUST SPOKE TO HER AND RO-RO ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO. MAY THE LORD COMFORT YOU ALL AT THIS TIME. JUST KNOW THE LORD DOES NOT MAKE MISTAKES. I WILL LIFT THE FAMILY UP IN MY PRAYERS AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Curtis Saunders
October 13, 2008
Pokey my dear friend, we have had some fun and crazy times together at PH. We really became best of friends when i asked could i have your name for my baby girl and you were so happy b/c there were only 2 with your beautiful name La'Treesa.
We're are very sad of your passing and our hearts are broken. We Love you forever La'Treesa Stephens!!! And may the Lord Jesus keep your family very close to his heart during this very,very diffcult time!
Curtis Saunders, La'Treesa Saunders
Michael & Tina Boyd
October 13, 2008
To Angie,Cheryl and the rest of the family...we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Pokie...May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow. If you need anything, please let us know.
Bb and Curtiss saunders
October 13, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Pokey. My heart is heavy as well as yours. I know that this is a great loss to the entire family and to those who knew her. I loved her like a sis.. I remember our times together and how I just made myself apart of your family. Curtiss even named Treesy after Pokey! You will always have a place in our hearts and in our thoughts. To , Speedy, Ro. and Eugene the Lord will send you a comforter! And for my sisters, Cheryl and Angie, I love You! Earth has no sorrow that Heaven, Cannot heal!
Evelyn Ward
October 13, 2008
Shock and sadness does not express what I feel for you and myself included. I loved her and have missed talking to her everyday since I left Magnolia. Please know how much I know you loved her and will always miss her. She's hanging out with her Mom right now, but she will be with you always. My prayers are with you now and forever. Evelyn
Verna Whitten and Anderson Family
October 13, 2008
To The Family:
we are truly sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved, Latreesa. Our prayers and sincere sympathy is lifted up to the Family during your time of beveavement.
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