Les STEPHENSON

STEPHENSON, Les The world lost a beautiful soul on June 7th, 2017. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Les passed away at the age of 68. The courage, determination and dignity with which he both fought the disease and faced the end were a great source of inspiration to those around him. He was passionate in his fight, just as he was in everything else in life. Les was an amazing person, and he will always be a hero to many of us. He was a wonderful, loving husband and father. He had many close friends, and some of his most cherished friendships were formed with co-workers during his 25 years working in the jail and at the probation office. Les had many passions and interests in his life. He was very sports minded, participating in many, and he followed the Mariners and Seahawks religiously. Go Hawks! His knowledge of baseball was nothing short of amazing, being able to quote stats going back to the early 1900's. As well, he loved music, especially listening to vinyl with his friends. He also took wine very seriously, loving to share his tastes and knowledge with anyone willing to listen. Les will be greatly missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. His positivity and passion, even in the worst of days, were inspiring in a way far too profound for words alone to describe. It is with great sadness that we announce his passing, but it is with even greater happiness that we will always remember him...it's just a box of rain...