Joel Stephan Obituary
Joel V. Stephan, 45 of Canal Fulton, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Born June 9, 1978; Joel was a life resident of Canal Fulton, graduating from Northwest High School Class of 1996 and worked as a Project Manager for Engelke Construction Solutions. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing pool and was an avid Cleveland Browns, Cavs, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes fan.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Vince and Margaret Stephan and John and Virginia Kunkle. Joel is survived by his parents, Denny and Kay (Kunkle) Stephan; brothers, Sean (Beth) and Scott (Karen) Stephan; nieces and nephews, Brock (Sydney), Casey, Katie and Brooke Stephan; numerous extended family members and friends.
Visitation will be held MONDAY, March 4, 2024, 1pm to 3pm at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 Cherry St. E. (Rt. 93) Canal Fulton. Funeral Service to follow on Monday, 3:30pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 7595 Middle St., Clinton. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joel's name are requested to the American Heart Association, Attn: Greater Akron Heart Walk, 1575 Corporate Woods Pkwy, Ste 150, Uniontown, OH 44685.
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March 5, 2024
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March 4, 2024
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