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Lieutenant Stevens Obituary
Stevens
November 12, 1931-
January 2, 2019
Columbus, GA- Mr. Lieutenant Charles Stevens, 87, of Columbus passed on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Piedmont Midtown Medical Center. Funeral service for Mr. Stevens will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at First African Baptist Church, 901 5th Ave, Columbus, GA 31901. Pastor Ambers Glenn, Jr. officiating and Pastor Benjamin McGruder, Jr. will deliver the eulogy. Interment will be at Green Acres Cemetery according to the Charles E. Huff's International Funeral Home, Inc. Viewing will be held on Friday, January 11, 2019 from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the funeral home located at 927 - 5th Avenue.
Lieutenant Charles Stevens also known as "Sonny" was born on November 12, 1931 to the late Louisa Stevens in Hurtsboro, AL. He was a proud 1949 graduate of William H. Spencer High School. He was a loyal and devoted member of Lewis Memorial Baptist Church for over 60 years and he served in several capacities including, Assistant Superintendent, Trustee, Sunday School teacher and Treasurer. Lieutenant was known world wide for serving the famous scramble dog for over 68 years at Dinglewood Pharmacy on Wynnton Road in Columbus. His fame started when he created the special recipe for the chili that covers the scramble dog. His famous scramble dog traveled to Washington, DC when Jimmy Carter was president and was served at weddings in Saudi, Arabia and Florence, Italy. In 2002, Columbus City Council issued a resolution that recognized him for his untiring service to Dinglewood Pharmacy and the Columbus community.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Louisa Stevens and his sister, Mattie Lewis.
Remaining and feeling a definite loss are two nieces, Valerie Lewis, Columbus and Veronica Glenn (Ambers, Jr.), Atlanta, GA and many other relatives and friends.
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A customer
January 13, 2019
Take your rest you gave us your best.
Mary Mullins
January 12, 2019
Their was only one Lieutenant in the whole world. Visiting with him at the counter at Dinglewood was like being with a family member in their kitchen. He knew a lot about us and always seemed interested. He has been missed, but even more now that we know we will never see him again at his place at the chili pot.
Clemmie l Brundidge jr.
January 12, 2019
To the sevens family you have my sincere condolences.
January 11, 2019
My condolences to the Stevens family. Lieutenant will truly be missed.
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January 11, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
January 11, 2019
Columbus, Ga has lost an icon. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family during this time. He will be missed.
Catherine McBride
January 11, 2019
Lieutenant was truly a shine light in the community, a person with the kinds spirit any person can have. He will not be forgotten in this community. Lieutenant REST ON, I will miss you.
January 8, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May prayers strengthen and cherished memories bring comfort. May God bring comfort to your hearts during this difficult time. Jeremiah 31:16.
January 8, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May prayers strengthen and cherished memories bring comfort. May God bring comfort to your hearts during this difficult time. Jeremiah 31:16.
January 8, 2019
May God our Father comfort your hearts and make you firm during this time and the days ahead (2 Thes 2:16,17). So sorry for the loss of your dear Charles.
January 8, 2019
To the family of Lieutenant Charles Stevens, happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted Matthew 5:4. I am sorry for loss.Sincere condolences C.Brown
Brewer's
January 8, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. May you all have much peace and comfort from the God of love during this difficult time. Psalms 145:14. Deepest Sympathy
Earnie Ray
January 8, 2019
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return your loved ones who passed away in death . 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13 , 14
January 8, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the family. May you look to Almighty God for the comfort needed during the time of your loss.
Maria A
January 8, 2019
What a wonderful long life your loved one had, Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. Special mightiness indeed. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Mary Scarbrough
January 8, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the immediate family and extended family including all the Staff through the many years of Dinglewood Pharmacy and the numerous friends of Lieutenant Charles Stevens. Such a gracious Christian gentleman with a winning smile and outgoing personality. Lieutenant will always be remembered with smiles and joy in our hearts for his great legacy through his life,in being a true devoted friend in serving others with so much love and care. God Bless You All!
January 8, 2019
To the family
I know it not easy to lose a loved one in death, but remember this for all things you have the strength by virtue of him who imparts power to you (Philippans 4:13)
January 8, 2019
Stevens Family
Please find comfort In
words of Our Savior found At JOHN6:40 Durning THIS TIME
Of Saddness.......
January 8, 2019
You have my deepest sympathy. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May God and his son Jesus Christ bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John 17:3
January 8, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May prayers strengthen and cherished memories bring comfort. May God bring comfort to your hearts during this difficult time. Jeremiah 31:16.
F&D
January 8, 2019
Our sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort in knowing that God collects our tears and is close to the brokenhearted ready to comfort us in our moment of need - Psalm 56:8
Pamela Tucker
January 8, 2019
Happy are those who mourn, since they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4
January 8, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family and friends for the loss of your beloved Charles Stevens . May you continue to be blessed with his memory and legacy and your hearts ♥ be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together and the hope of Gods word give for those we lost in death can be comforting to you . John 6:40
The Fennell Family
January 8, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. May God give the strength and comfort needed at this most difficult time. Please accept our sincere condolences. Psalm 147:3.
B N.
January 8, 2019
TO THE FAMILY OF Stevens ",My deepest sympathy to the family .May you keep in mind the the beautiful hope of life", everlasting from our heavenly father ", JOHN, 17: 3
January 8, 2019
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
M W
January 8, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss.May the promise in John 6:40 comfort you and your family.May sincere condolences
Lowery
January 8, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by God words, the love and support of family and friends.
(John 3:16)
January 8, 2019
May God comfort and strengthen your family during this time of deep sorrow. God will remember those who pass on in death because they are precious in his eyes. John 6:40.
January 8, 2019
I would like to give my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Stevens. May you be strengthened by God's Word in this difficult time.
January 8, 2019
Sending you my condolences in the time of your loss.
January 8, 2019
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you continue to feel comforted by the loving support of your family and friends and also from God Almighty, who will give you the strength to get through these difficult times. Phillippians 4 : 13
January 8, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
D S
January 8, 2019
Family and friends, as you celebrate the well-lived life of Charles all 87 years, may all your hearts be filled with joy and laughter as you recall and share your happy memories with each other.-Psalm 90:10
January 8, 2019
My sincere sympathy for your loss may God's promise at Isa.26:19 comfort the family until Jesus'prayer at Matt.6:10 is answered with earthwide blessings forever. hw
January 8, 2019
My deepest condolences are with the family and friends during this difficult time. May the comfort from our loving God bring peace and warmth. Continue to cherish the wonderful memories. (Jeremiah 29:11 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.)
SAS
January 8, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family of Lt. Charles, May Gods loving kindness comfort the family and give them peace.(1Cor.1:3)
January 8, 2019
My condolences to the family. May God provide your hearts with peace and strength during this difficult time and may you find comfort in his promises to return your loved ones who passed away in death. 1thessalonians 4:13,14
January 8, 2019
Sorry for the loss of your loved one,may the words of wisdom at Psalms 94:18,19 please be comforted at this sad time.
January 8, 2019
To the family....mmplease know our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through these difficult times. Our sincere condolences.
January 8, 2019
May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
UJ
January 8, 2019
Heartfelt condolences to family and friends of Lieutenant Charles Stevens. May the God who comfort those who mourn sustain you all during this grieving time.( Isaiah 61:1,2) Please accept my expression of sympathy
Conchetta Ousey
January 6, 2019
Many fond memories of lunches with you, sitting on the stools closet to you and our conversations. Will always remember you. RIP
PAMELA PADELFORD
January 5, 2019
MAY YOU REST LT. MISS YOU BUT YOU ARE WATCHING OVER US
Donovan Mary
January 5, 2019
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