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James Stephans Obituary

James Stephens, 65, of Sterling passed away July 8, 2020. A private family service will be held. James was born April 16, 1955 in Julesburg, Colorado to John and Nellie (Yount) Stephens. He attended Sterling schools, and then college at UNC, Greeley, CO. James was a member of the Sterling Elks and enjoyed playing golf. James is survived by his sister Jacque (Tim) Good of Cody, WY; brother John (Peggy) Stephens of Phoenix, AZ; nieces Brooke Good, Deidre (J.J.) Clemens, Ari Clemens, Micki (Travis) Ball; nephews Jacob Bal, Kaleb Ball, Jordan Hayworth, and Jaina Hayworth. James was preceded in death by his parents John and Nellie Stephens, and nephew Matt Stephens. Tennant Funeral Home & Crematory was entrusted with arrangements.

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Published by Journal Advocate on Jul. 18, 2020.

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Sara Buchholtz

July 20, 2020

John, Im so sorry for your loss.

Bob Christiansen

July 20, 2020

ne of my best adult friends even though he also coached me in legion ball when I was on the 13 years old all star team!! Will really miss him, many fond memories for Pam our kids and me!

Teresa Roubideaux

July 19, 2020

Sorry to learn of the passing of Jim, my former classmate in SHS CLASS OF 73. We also graduated from UNC at the same time. Later, we were co-workers when he managed the Yuma County Work Activity Center [Yuma's Sheltered Workshop]. He lived at Akron at that time. He planned so many activities that blessed all handicapped workers at the workshop!! They really loved him and looked up to him as their boss and teacher.

Ted and Julie Wernsman

July 18, 2020

We are so sorry to hear of Jims passing. We ran around together in high school. Sending prayers and peace.

Mike McDonald

July 18, 2020

John, sorry to hear about your brother, I can still remember exactly what he looked like as a 12 year old, we are definitely getting old.
Mike McDonald

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