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1951 - 2016

Ezell Stephens

1951 - 2016

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BORN

1951

DIED

2016

Ezell Stephens Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 17, 2016.

Ezell was an avid sports fanatic. He attended school at East High School in Buffalo, New York and became a die-hard Cowboys fan. Once a Marine always a Marine as he enlisted as a teen. He was the defender of his family. Also a singer in Junior and Youth Choir at Calvary Baptist Church under Rev. Peter Jrammell and Rev. L.T. Boycen in Buffalo, New York. In 1972 he found the love of his life Carol Dunston. In 1978 they married in Buffalo, New York and later moved to Glendale, Arizona. Ezell enjoyed playing basketball at the local park. He worked for years as a delivery driver and warehouse manager.

Ezell Stephens was a loving and devoted husband, father, uncle, grandfather, brother, cousin and friend. He leaves his cherished wife of thirty eight years, two sons David and Michael ; two grandchildren Malik and Jhanay; two sisters Terry and Betty and five brothers Jim, Larry, Shepard, Elvis and Reginald. A host of nieces and nephews.

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July 10, 2016

Jesus Elias posted to the memorial.

June 27, 2016

Janice Alexander posted to the memorial.

June 23, 2016

Jamie Patterson posted to the memorial.

16 Entries

Jesus Elias

July 10, 2016

It was a pleasure transporting you Mr. Stephens within the city of Glendale. I was saddened to hear about your passing but I know that you are in the streets of heaven rejoicing. Prayers for your family and friends to get the strength to go through these hard times. Everyone at Glendale Dial A Ride will miss you.

Janice Alexander

June 27, 2016

We grew up together at Calvary Baptist Church in Buffalo, NY. I had the opportunity to speak to him in September. Rest Well Ezell

Jamie Patterson

June 23, 2016

My deepest condolences to the Stephens Family. Ezell was a great man who loved his family and his Dallas Cowboys. He will forever be in our hearts and memories. We will celebrate your life, until we meet again. Rest in Peace

Keith Clark

June 23, 2016

Ezell was a very true friend of mine and too the Clark's family he was like family.. I remember we used to go and play basketball together at the park.. Ezell and my brother Gregory (Rip) were very close, tho were the days we all had fun at my father bar Clark'Club Venus...He will be truly miss never forgotten I will miss talking football with him this coming season..,,,. My prayers going out to Larry and family

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Keith Clark

June 23, 2016

this man was a great role model to his sons an son's friends! hope you got a pint of ltd up there with u truly a sad day for me my love an support goes out to the stevens family. If there is anything you guys need please contact me Terry washington

Linda Keys

June 22, 2016

Our Prayers and condolences are with Ezells family

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Patrick Broderick

June 22, 2016

We know that Ezell is now healed and whole in his body, mind and spirit. We pray that Bell and the boys as well as our grandchildren will find relief in this. May God's peace and love comfort them so their joy may be full. We will miss Ezell until we are reunited with him.

Love, Patrick and Karen (Jama)

Debra Jackson

June 21, 2016

May the Peace and Love of God be a source of strength and direction as you celebrate the life of your beloved brother Ezell. May his life, his love of family abide with you and always "To God Be the Glory.....With Sincere Sympathy...Debra Jackson , Buffalo, NY.....CBC.

Anita White

June 21, 2016

Rest in paradise uncle Ezell May your smile shine forever In my memories of you

ASYA STEPHENS

June 21, 2016

REST IN PARADISE UNCLE EZELL! YOU WILL BE MISSED!

Cynthia Price and Asya Stephens

June 21, 2016

Dear family,

Please know that our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Ezell.

Sheridean Edwards Lyons

June 20, 2016

Rest well cousin Ezell
We love you
Your cousins
The Edwards Family

Sidney Baker

June 20, 2016

Growing up, Uncle Ezell was a giant. He was happy to see and hear from me.
A brother Marine with honor and respect.
Cowboys Hat, eyes, smiling Mustache, Uncle Ezell.

May God comfort and keep Uncle E's loving family in this time and all time. Uncle Ezell's light still shines.

Love,
Sidney and Shanae Baker and family

June 20, 2016

May GOD's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time PSALMS 29:11

Cousin Debi aka Dee Dunston

June 19, 2016

Expressing my deepest sympathy to my dearest cousin Cookie aka Carol, David, Michael, Jhanay and Malik.

May our heavenly father embrace you all with his love, mercy and kindness as you travel through this moment of bereavement because he will direct your steps.

Although, I know you are in a better place, I will definitely miss you E.

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