Taken to soon, David E. Stephens, 43, of West Pittston, PA passed away on January 29, 2024 at home.
Born on July 1, 1980 in Pompton Plains, NJ, he is survived by his mother, Linda (Stephens) Biss of Starrucca; his grandmother, Eleanor Stephens of Starrucca; his daughter, Melody Stephens and her mother, Angela Stephens of Cortland, NY; aunts and many cousins.
Family and friends may visit on Saturday, February 17, 2024 between the hours of 3:00-5:00 P.M. at the Howell Family Funeral Home, Inc. Edward R. Howell, Funeral Director, 269 Belmont Street, Waymart, PA 18472.
Family and friends are encouraged to share memories of Dave.
Arrangements and cremation are entrusted to Howell Family Funeral Home, Inc. Edward R. Howell, Funeral Director, 269 Belmont Street, Waymart, PA 18472.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
269 Belmont Street PO Box 76, Waymart, PA 18472
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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