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David Ross Stevens
1943 - 2022
David Ross Stevens
1943 - 2022
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David Stevens Obituary
Dr. David Ross Stevens, age 79, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022 in Winston-Salem.
Dr. David R. Stevens was born February 9, 1943 in St. James, Missouri, to Neal and Bonita Stevens.
Dr. Stevens retired from the United States Air Force as a Captain with over 20 years of service. Dr. Stevens earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering as Valedictorian from the University of Missouri. He was honored as an instructor, and selected to the research team at the Frank J. Seiler Research Laboratories at the United States Air Force Academy. After retirement Dr. Stevens was the Director of Engineering at Lockheed Martin Corporation for 11 years. He was also a lecturer for the military and a professor at the University of Colorado as well as Surry Community College. Dr. Stevens served as president and CEO of two LLC’s. Outside of his numerous accomplishments he was well known as a devoted Christian and a faithful servant to The Lord Jesus Christ. He and his wife Betty were faithful attendees of many Christian churches across the United States where he served as an Elder, Bible conference lecturer and Sunday school teacher. Dr. Stevens was known as a humble, kind and patient person. He was described as a man, “If you met him you liked him.”
In addition to his parents, Dr. Stevens was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Stevens and a brother, Gary Stevens.
Survivors include: his wife of 60 years, Betty C. Stevens of the home; his son, Marc Stevens, MD and wife Kim of State Road; his daughter Shelly Angell and husband Ed of Benson; grandchildren, David Arthur Stevens, JoAnna Ruth Stevens, John Marc Stevens, Joshua Sheldon Stevens, Hannah Sue Stevens and Timothy Daniel Stevens.
A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, December 31, 2022 at Calvary Wesleyan Church at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Stanley Stogner officiating. Burial will follow in Crestwood Memorial Gardens with military honors provided by the United States Air Force and VFW post 10346.
Flowers will be appreciated or memorials can be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York 10306.
Laura Holloway
December 31, 2022
Uncle David was one of the kindest men I have known. I have so many good memories with him, one being that he would read "The 3 Little Pigs" to me no matter how many times I would ask for it and every time I loved it as much as if it had been the first. I also remember him singing "Because He Lives" around the piano with us. I love to picture him now, singing with the angels around the throne at the feet of he whom he served faithfully❤ Much love to Aunt Betty, Marc, Kim, Shelley, Ed, and all his grandchildren.
Tracie Clouser
December 31, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful Uncle David . I will love you and miss you always.
Michael Campos
December 31, 2022
My best friends father. A humble man with a giving heart. He was a great example to all. He will be missed. May God bring you comfort and peace at this time.
Deb Kiefhaber
December 30, 2022
Thank you for being the kindest, most loving uncle in the world. I so many memories of you selflessly giving of yourself to not only me, but all your family. Truly a Godly man, and positive influence on all you came in contact with. Special memories of all the talks, books read, and time you spent with me! I’ll never forget you, and I’ll always remember you with much love. -Deb (Danny as u used to call me)
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Beth Holloway
December 30, 2022
Uncle David was one of the kindest men you would ever meet. I loved staying with them when I was young. Gave me lots of wise advice as I got older. You will be missed. Many thoughts and prayers for Aunt Betty, Marc, Shelly and all the family. Love to you all.
Kerri Whipple
December 30, 2022
I was blessed with the best uncle! So many good memories I don't know which to single out. I was proud to tell people that David Stevens was my uncle because he was so kind, wise, and gracious. He was a real all American gentleman and one of the most honest,truly good men I've ever known.
Clary Baugh
December 29, 2022
David was a kind neighbor who helped me with math when I was young. My sympathies to the family!
Ernest and Darlene St John
December 28, 2022
Dr Marc Ernest and I are so so sorry about the loss of your dad you and your family are in our prayers. We pray and ask God to wrap his loving arms around you and your family at this time of such sorrow. God Bless
susan wilson
December 28, 2022
Stevens Family, I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed attending Calvary Weslyn Church with the entire Stevens family
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