Photo courtesy of Busch Funeral and Crematory Services - Parma (South)
Strongsville, Ohio
Feb 2, 1941 – Jan 18, 2019 (Age 77)
James Ross Stephan, 77, beloved husband of Martha "Marti" (nee Keller); loving father of Mark Stephan (Kari McFarlan) and Rachel Maples (Scott); loving step father of Mark Ackerman (Jennifer), Neil Ackerman and Libbi Chilia (Tony); cherished grandfather of Benjamin, Lindsay, Mark Jr., Rebekah,...
Read MoreJim and I met in the CWRU Masters of Organizational Development Program,, in the 80's and were friends for many years after. We drank coffee and went canoeing and did other friend things, sometimes on the porch of my Cleveland Heights house, and sometimes on the West Side, as we in Cleveland Heights referred to it.We had many good talksJerry Friedman Asheville
Jerry Friedman
February 23, 2019 | Asheville, NC
I was so sad to hear of Jim's death. He was such a positive, cheerful person, and a kind person to talk to.--
Kari Friedman Collier
February 20, 2019
May the loving touch of Jesus be with you during this difficult time. Sorry I can't be with you at the Memorial Service. I will always remember the many good and challenging days ay WINOC. It was a pleasure to work with Jim. Sorry we lost touch over the last few years. May he Rest in Peace.
Marvin Pozdol
February 10, 2019 | Shaker Heights, OH | Coworker
I was very saddened to hear about the death of Jim. Although I hadn't seen him or Marti for some years I have never forgotten his gentleness and compassion for all who were in his company. We worked together for a few years and I can say all that was stated about him in the Plain Dealer was very much who he was. He was a joy to be with and was sorely missed when he finally decided to retire completely. He was very organized and his desk was very much in order and ready to tackle whatever...
Lou Keim
February 10, 2019 | Lakewood, OH | Coworker
February 02, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 02, 2019 | OH
My deepest condolences to you and your family doing your time of sorrow may the God of comfort be with you and your family.
February 02, 2019
To the family of James Ross Stephan,
May God bless you, praise be the God of comfort who comfort us all in our trails.
January 31, 2019
I wish to extend my sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort and peace in your cherished memories and in God's word with all it's promises. John11:25
January 31, 2019
