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TREASE HUGHLETT
April 14, 2004
TO DURYEA & KEITH
IM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSE .KEVIN IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND THATS WITH THE LORD BELOVED JESUS CHRIST.I KNOW ITS HARD IT WAS HARD FOR ME TO FIND OUT ,SO I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL.SO IF THERES ANYTHING I CAN DO JUST LET ME KNOW.GOD BLESS YOU IM KEEPING YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS.
Reona Lenox
April 3, 2004
Yesterday I Cried
I came home, went straight to my room,
sat on the edge of my bed,
kicked off my shoes,
unhooked my bra,
and I had myself a good cry.
I'm telling you,
I cried until my nose was running all over
the silk blouse I got on sale.
I cried until my ears were hot.
I cried until my head was hurting so bad
that I could hardly see the pile of
soiled tissues lying on the floor at my feet.
I want you to understand,
I had myself a really good cry yesterday.
Yesterday, I cried,
for all the days that I was too busy,
or too tired,
or too mad to cry.
I cried for all the days, and all the ways,
and all the times I had dishonored,
disrespected, and
disconnected my Self from myself,
only to have it reflected back to me
in the ways others did to me
the same things I had already done to myself.
I cried for all the things I had given,
only to have them stolen;
for all the things I had asked for that
had yet to show up;
for all the things I had accomplished,
only to give them away,
to people in circumstances,
which left me feeling empty,
and battered and plain old used.
I cried because there really does
come a time when the only thing left
for you to do is cry.
Yesterday, I cried.
I cried because little boys get
left by their daddies;
and little girls get forgotten by their mommies;
and daddies don't know what to do, so they leave;
and mommies get left, so they get mad.
I cried because I had a little boy,
and because I was a little girl,
and because I was a mommy
who didn't know what to do,
and because I wanted my daddy to be there
for me so badly until I ached.
Yesterday, I cried.
I cried because I hurt.
I cried because I was hurt.
I cried because hurt has no place to go
except deeper into the pain that
caused it in the first place,
and when it gets there,
the hurt wakes you up.
I cried because it was too late.
I cried because it was time.
I cried because my soul knew that I didn't know
that my soul knew everything I needed to know.
I cried a soulful cry yesterday,
and it felt so good.
It felt so very, very bad.
In the midst of my crying,
I felt my freedom coming,
Because Yesterday,
I cried with an agenda.
TO THE FAMILY AND MAMA I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT U ARE IN MY PRAYER AND IT IS OKAY TO SOMETIMES CRY. I WAS WHERE YOU ARE NOT LONG AGO AND I KNOW THAT YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE IT. MOM U CAN ALWAYS CALL ME IF YOU JUST NEED TO TALK. LOVE YOU ALL
Rachael Winbush
March 30, 2004
To the Stephens family,Kevin was such a JOY,his great big smile and funny antics made GFC Chorale rehearsal fun. His presence on the drums was phenominal,and truly anointed by GOD.He will truly be missed.I can still here myself screaming "GO KEVIN!!!!!!!!!".May God bless you in this season.
Stephanie Anthony
March 29, 2004
I would like to send my condolences to the family of Kevin. Kevin was a very dear friend of mine from Roosevelt. I'll never forget all the great times we had together in the band. He was like my number one ace while I was the drum major in "98. His memories will always live on in all of our hearts :) God Bless you all.
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Derrick
March 29, 2004
Keith
Words can't express the way I want to say I am sorry for this. I even caught myself bitter towards God for this and Kim but HE let me know that He knows best and there is a reasoning for all of this. The JAM fest will never be the same again... But Kevin is where we are trying to get to and I am going you are too... so keep your head up cause one day when this crazy life is over I'll fly away. I will be free someday. ST. David loves you but I LOVE YA TOO... throughout this year you have been the bestest friend I could ever have asked for. You haven't been like a brother you have been a big brother and I needed that and I can't wait till you get back to INDY... Miss ya lots...
Derrick
Jaqualla Carter
March 28, 2004
To the family of Kevin.
I did not know Kevin as everyone else but the little that I did know I know that he loved to play the drums and that he was a good drummer. I am praying for the family. Know that GOD is with you and he will give you strength.
Clemmie & Mary Sistrunk
March 28, 2004
Geneva, Janis, Keith, and Brenda;
Our thoughts and prayers are with
you'll. Remember all of our help
comes from God. Please don't hesitate to call if you need us.
WE LOVE YOU'LL.
Leonard and Kristal Williams
March 27, 2004
Dear Stephens Family:
Kevin, as I called him, will be greatly missed. He was definitely talented and whole heartedly a friend. As a fellow musician back in 1996-97 with Fully Persuaded he always loved a challenge and was a master at his art.
To the Stephens Family, the Hearns and friends, remember this, the dead in Christ shall rise first, and then we that remain shall be caught up with them to meet Jesus in the air. With All Love! Peace.
loretta lucious
March 27, 2004
to the stephens family,my prayers and condolences go out to you during your time of sorrow.stay strong and keep the faith and know that god will see you through this difficult time. may god bless you and give you strength to carry on.
Frances White
March 27, 2004
Dear Geneva ,
My deepest symphathy in the loss of your grandson. My prayers are with you and the Family, Please contact me I've been trying to contact you
Love Ya
Dee Smith
March 26, 2004
On behalf of Mark S. Hubbard & United Voices for Christ. We would just like to express our condolences to the family of Kevin A. Stephens. We will always remember his smile and personality. He was a blessed drummer who definetly made a difference when he played. He will be missed greatly. Love You always Kevin.
Cherise Hearne
March 26, 2004
Kevin will be GREATLY missed by the Greater First Church Family and especially THE G.F.C. CHORALE. I want the family to stay encouraged.
Nell Peterson
March 26, 2004
Dear Janice and Keith:
My heart and love go out to you at this time of sorrow.
I know that Kevin was a very special person in your lives, although you will miss him dearly, there are many wonderful, enjoyable times you shared that will keep his memory alive forevermore. I know there will be difficult days ahead, but God truly blessed Kevin to bless others through his the beautiful talents. I know it will be difficult, but please try to praise God for the opportunity to be a part of Kevin's life for the past 23 years, a very nice role model for use to pattern after.
With God's love
Nell Peterson, your cousin.
Rita Daniels
March 26, 2004
To the family of Kevin Antione Stephens. Kevin was truly loved by the Greater First Church family and he will be greatly missed. His talent was beyond words, a true gift from God. His very presence brought much joy to many... I extend heartfelt condolences to your family at this time and I pray that God will grant each of you all that you need for such a time as this. Look to the hills from whence cometh your help, for your help cometh from the Lord. May God bless and keep you in his tender care.
Perdea Ford
March 26, 2004
May God continue to comfort you at the loss of your love one he will
be missed by many and keep in mind
that God always mends broken hearts
continue to let him in.
Danyelle Henderson
March 26, 2004
To the family of Kevin,
God knows and he cares for you remember he will always be there for you. All you have to do is lean and depend on him. I know he want let you fall. Stay strong!
Kevin was truly a great person, and he will truly be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. The T.R.U. Chorale says we LOVE YOU!
Elder W.R. Sanders
March 26, 2004
Dear Janice and Family,
We love you and we're praying for you. There is no sorrow that heaven can not heal.
P.S. Kevin was one of the best drummers I know.
Love Dubbie, Mellondy an family.
Tara Peterson-McGarity
March 26, 2004
Cousin Janice and Family:
My prayers and and condolences to you and your family. My heart is very saddened.
I am sorry that I am unable to be there with you and the family.
May God continue to give you his richest blessing.
Love ya, Tara (your cousin)
Tie'sha Powell
March 26, 2004
To the family of Kevin Antoine Stephens
My prayers and condolences go out to you.Kevin will be missed dearly.I can remember seeing Kevin in church on Sundays smiling. That is what I will miss most about him.May God bless you in your time of need. For now Kevin is in a better place where we hope to go to see him again.
REGINA BISHOP
March 26, 2004
To the Stephens family,
Keith has been a very good friend of mine for a long time. While I never had the pleasure of meeting Kevin personally, I feel like I knew him because of the way Keith would always "light up" with excitement and pride whenever he would speak about his baby brother. In reading over this obituary, it is clear that Kevin had an awesome love for the Lord and he used his gifts for God's glory. My family is praying for your strength in this time of sorrow. I echoe the sentiments already expressed through many of the previous entries. God weeps with us so that we may one day laugh with Him. Keep your hearts in God's hands. He will see you through.
Love,
Regina Bishop and family
Elder G. Michael Smith
March 25, 2004
My prayers and and condolences, as well as those of my family, go out to the family of Kevin Stephens. Kevin had an infectious smile and persona that will be greatly missed. Just know that God hears your every cry, and feels your every hurt. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy does come in the morning.
Keeping you lifted in prayer
Elder G. Michael Smith & Family
William & Felicia Taylor
March 25, 2004
To The Stephens & Chambliss Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Kevin, he was indeed a great drummer. We know that God will give you strength.
God Bless you, also from Bread of Life COGIC Indianapolis, IN Elder James Sullen, Pastor
stephanie & antonio smith
March 25, 2004
On behalf of Willie Smith(gary,in) & family,I pray that you look towards the heavens for ALL of your strength. may god continuously bless and keep you in his loving arms.
Voronda Tillman
March 25, 2004
Kevin will be missed by so many. GFC loved him more than you will ever know. Words cannot express what we feel during this time of loss. Your family will continually be in my prayers.
Tamka, Terrell , Tyrone, Sylvester & Terrence Hunter
March 25, 2004
To Kevin Antoine Stephens Family: May God Keep you in this time of sorrow remember God Loved Kevin and
he will give each one of you strenght to carry you throught this time of pain. The Hunter Family loved Kevin. Kevin and Terrell, Terrence,Tyrone, Sylvester and Tamika will never forget their brother and friend. Be say we love the family and may God keep you strong.
Chandre Lee
March 25, 2004
Dear Stephens Family
My heart is very heavy and saddened after hearing of the death of such a great man of God. But I thank God because I know that Kevin is in a better place. He and Kim are celebrating with the Father up in heaven. My prayers are with you in your hour of sympathy. God Bless.
LAKEISHA SMITH
March 25, 2004
I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO KEVIN STEPHEN'S FAMILY. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND A VERY TALENTED YOUNG MAN. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED.
LAKEISHA M. SMITH(GREATER FIRST BAPTIST)
Letise Walden
March 25, 2004
To Family of Kevin Stephens:
I would like to extended my warmest symphathy in the passing of such a talented, kind-hearted, warm, and affectionate young man. He was truly a jewel to all that camein contact with him....His smile and sense of humor warmed the hearts of many...The Greater First Church International and the GFC Chorale will truly miss him. However, we rejoice in knowing that he is in a better place resting in the arms of our Heavenly Father, and we will see him again.
Mary Lewis
March 25, 2004
May God bless your family right now.Keep your family safe from all harm. Be strong and keep your faith strong in HIM.
Wendy Prince (Armour)
March 25, 2004
Janis & family-
My deepest sympathies to each of you during this trying time. We do not know why God allows certain things to happen, but we must know that He is in control. Kevin is with the Master now. May God grant His awesome peace and comfort to you. Love, Wendy
March 25, 2004
My prayers and support are with Bro. Keith and the entire of family of Bro. Kevin Antoine Stephens. My prayer is that God would grant consolation and joy to you all that mourn in Zion- to give you an ornament of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment expressive of praise instead of a heavy, burdened, and failing spirit...
Remember, if we focus on the morning, we shall make it through this night.
Bishop Randall M. Sheppard
Guiding Light Church Assembly, INC.
Indianapolis, IN
ETHAN & TRANEKA BURNETT
March 25, 2004
TO THE STEPHENS FAMILY OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS.
CONZY HARRISON
March 25, 2004
GOD SEES, HE KNOWS, AND HE CARES.
MY FAMILY JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW
THAT WE LOVE YOU AND OUR PRAYERS
ARE WITH YOU'LL.
trina walker
March 25, 2004
Always remember that God won't put no more one you than you can bear. Remember that weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. Your family are in my prayers.
Evangelist Jeannie M. Coleman
March 25, 2004
I was very saddened to hear of Kevin's demise. While at Greater First, he was a very pleasant person. In my mind, I can still see him bouncing on the stool as he played the drums so vividly. As difficult as this may be, God is able to see you through. My condolence and prayers for peace are with you.
Carol Dunn
March 25, 2004
To The Stephen's Family:
May God Grant You Strength & Peace at this time. Kevin was a Bright Star in this world & His Star will Always Shine Bright in the Hearts & Minds of those that were fortunate enough to meet him.
Charmane & Kemba powells
March 25, 2004
To the Stevens family, we are continuing to keep the entire family before the Lord in Prayer.Kevin was like a brother to us he was the Drummer of the group Fully Persuaded and my brother, Kijana Gant was one of the Group members, Kevin Indeed will be missed !
Kimberly Kelly
March 25, 2004
To the Stephens family our prayers are with you. We will always remember Kevin's great smile and his big heart.
Deacon and Sis. Kelly
CENETHIA GULLEY
March 25, 2004
To the Stephens family,
Kevin was a very intricate part of the Greater First Church family and will be greatly missed, especially his beautiful smile.
God has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.
Remembering you in our prayers,
Elder Cenethia Gulley and family
SHIRLEY COOPER
March 25, 2004
Praying for your strength and know that God is with you.
Bethlehem Healing Temple Family
Bishop Scottie Jackson
Brenda Speight
March 25, 2004
To Jan an Geneva i am praying for you an with you an remember that God will give you all the strength that you need if you just believe. See you all real soon Sis Brenda an Tab an Jaylen an Diana,Mike,phil an chidren
Valerie Hughes
March 25, 2004
Words cannot express the hurt for the loss of our dearly beloved Kevin.
To the Stephens Family:
Please keep in mind that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May God's Peace rest, rule and abide with you always.
Monica Henderson
March 25, 2004
To the family of Kevin Stephens, I was extremly sadden to hear of the tragedy of Kevin. Kevin was certainly a wonderful person, with a extraordinary gift from God. I will miss talking and laughing with him on Thursday nights after rehearsals. Keep trusting in God and know He does not make any mistakes. I will continue to pray your strength in the Lord that He will give you the understanding and the acceptance of His will.
DEVINN MAGEE
March 25, 2004
KEVIN,YOU WILL BE MISSED DEARLY,YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE,WARM PERSONALITY AND AIN'T NOBODY GOING TO BEAT THOSE DRUMS LIKE YOU DID.
DEVINN
GREATER FIRST CHURCH INTERNATIONAL BISHOP TAVIS LANE GRANT (YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY GREATER
Denelle Reed
March 25, 2004
I would just like to express my condolences to the family of Kevin Stevens. Kevin was a good friend and brother to me, I will always remember his smile and personality. He was a blessed drummer who definetly made a difference when he played. He will be missed greatly. Love u always Kevin - you're in God's Hands now. Love Denelle.
vanessa pops
March 25, 2004
we are deeply sorry for your lost
but we do know that God is faithful and will not put more on you than you can bear
Artis Brown & Family
March 25, 2004
Our prayers are with you. I've worked with Kevin on numerous occasions and he was not only a good musician but also willing to share his gift with whoever he came in contact with. I will never forget how he helped me out a few times before, he was truly a good friend and will truly be missed. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Cynthia Barnes
March 25, 2004
To Sis Jancis and Family my heart goes out to you in your time of need. My prayers go to you and your family. Kevin will always be missed and love. Keep your heads up and remeber God will always be there with you.
Christina Walker
March 25, 2004
To the Stephens family, May God continue to comfort you during this time and after. Kevin was like a little brother to me when I was at Greater First Church. He was always jovial and a pleasant person who was truly gifted at playing the drums. The best in the Midwest! I'm sad because he's not here physically but I rejoice in knowing he is with God our Savior. I miss you KevyKev!
Christina & Jay (Greater First Church)
Tabatha Speight
March 25, 2004
I will lift up my eyes to the hill from whence comes my help? My help come from the Lord who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121-1-2. To the Stephens and Chamblis Family. I am praying for you and with you.
Love Tabatha "tab" Speight
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