Carl William Stephenson II
Carl William Stephenson II
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Mr. Stephenson was a 1964 graduate of Jacksonville High School, and a 1971 graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering. He was an active member of Pineland Presbyterian Church.
He had a long career in the construction, blasting, and mining industry, working for Martin Marietta, Gulf Explosives, Atlas Powder, Austin Powder, and RockTek LTD in sales and management roles, and was well known and respected in the industry. He was a 50-year member of the International Society of Explosives Engineers. After retirement from the industry, he enjoyed a second career as a bus driver for the Camp Lejeune School System.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl William Stephenson and Annie Irene Scott and his son Carl William Stephenson III.
Survivors include his children, Carla Christianson, Carol Plante (Chris), Alicia Sommers and Scott Stephenson (Jami); mother of his children, Mary Meadows Stephenson; his beloved cat, Thomas; his grandchildren, Kimberly, Kelsey, Amily, Guinevere, Tori, Megan, Gerrod, Gideon, Hannah, George and Cassidy; his great-grandchildren. Samantha, Tanner, and Cedric; and his life partner, Susan Parker Camaret and her family, Danielle (Greg), Alexander and Olivia.
Family will receive friends from 6 - 8 PM on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Jones Funeral Home, Jacksonville Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Wounded Warrior Project, St. Jude's, or Pineland Presbyterian Church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Douglas Family
February 12, 2026
My children rode bus 7 and absolutely adored Mr.Carl. He was always so patient, loving, and kind to the children. They were always so excited to give him a high-five and say hello/goodbye to him each day. The kindness and care he has shown to my children will forever be such a wonderful childhood memory for them. In a world that is not always kind, we are deeply grateful for Mr.Carl´s kindness. Our condolences and prayers are with his family
-The Douglas Family
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Thomas Family
February 12, 2026
We were so saddened to hear about Mr. Stephenson´s passing. Though our family only knew him for a short time as our daughter´s bus driver, he truly made an impression on us. He was always kind, patient, and gentle - the kind of person you felt comfortable trusting with your child each morning.
It takes a special heart to care for children the way he did, and we are grateful for the warmth and safety he brought to his role. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. His kindness will be remembered.
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