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LAKELAND, FL -- John D. Stevens passed away on Jan 23, 2024 in Lakeland, FL.
He was born on September 14, 1949, to Jesse P. & Dorothy Fern Thomas Stevens, who proceeded him in death.
His wife, Elizabeth (Beth) Gampp Steven survives in Lakeland, FL. Also, a loving step daughter Cassidy (Chase) Holbrook & his 3 grandchildren Cambrie, Cennlie & Crue Holbrook. John also had 2 brother in-laws he loved dearly Stephen (Araceli) Gampp & Craig (Angela) Gampp.
John graduated from Ohio Northern University with a degree in Pharmacy. Early on in his career he worked & lived in the Lima area, before moving to Spartanburg, S.C. for the majority of his career. Later in life, John moved to Florida.
John enjoyed spending time with his wife & family, the outdoors, bird watching & spending time hunting with his brothers & friends in Southern, Ohio.
Survivors also include Karen Stevens, Florida, 2 sisters, Marlene McKee, St. Marys & Dorothy (Barry) Swallow, Lima, 3 brothers, Larry Stevens, Cherryville, N.C. Greg (Yvonne) Stevens, Lima & Barry (Nikki) Stevens, Wapakoneta, Nieces & Nephews & extended family.
John was proceeded in death by 6 brothers; Chuck, Dick, Gene, Bill, Mike & Tom, as well as sister Kay.
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Chuck and Cathy Carter
February 2, 2024
Beth was a beautiful tribute to John! Thanks for sharing!
Jack & Penny
February 2, 2024
John was a great Guy we enjoyed being with John &Beth we will always be there for Beth they had a true
Love we will miss him
Courtney Hixson Bryant
February 2, 2024
For 10 years you were more than John to us. You were our step dad. From Lake Jocassee boat trips, hikes, Sanibel, Jackson Hole, family game nights, etc we always made the best memories. We have never stopped thinking of you and never will! Rest easy John.
We love you
Courtney Hixson Bryant
Shannon Layton Rogers
February 2, 2024
John was a wonderful friend to me and he had a good time wherever he was. He always had a cheerful outlook on things and a great sense of humor. He was a wonderful husband to my best friend, Beth Stevens. May his soul live on in the most glorious paradise. Much love to his family from John and Shannon Layton Rogers
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