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Michael Wayne Stephens
1947 - 2025
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1947
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2025
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Michael Stephens Obituary
Michael Wayne Stephens
April 7, 1947 – August 15, 2025
Michael Wayne Stephens was born in Spokane, Washington, on April 7, 1947. Raised in Moyie Springs and Bonners Ferry, Idaho, he graduated from Bonners Ferry High School in 1965. He served proudly in the U.S. Navy as an electronics engineer aboard the USS Hornet immediately after high school graduation.
In 1969, Mike married the love of his life, Cecelia Holmes. Together, they raised two children, Rob and Michelle.
Mike's career spanned engineering and international sales, notably at KeyTronic Corporation, and later through his own successful keyboard company, Mil-Key Corp.
A man of many passions, Mike was a ham radio operator, astrophotographer, motorcyclist, scuba diver, and more-embracing life with boundless energy. He spent March & April in Belize for over 15 years, always seeking new adventures.
Above all, Mike treasured his grandchildren: Christine & Natalie Stephens and Cooper, Madi, Zander, and Sofia Fox.
Mike is survived by his wife of 56 years, Cecelia, his children Rob Stephens (Kelly) and Michelle Fox (Andy), and six grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on September 27, 2025 at Victory Faith in Spokane Valley, WA.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Shriners Children's Hospital or your favorite charity in memory of Mike.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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I always enjoyed working and talking with you at KeyTronic0 and Mil-Key. You will be missed.
(I have 5 gallon Flux bottles for you.
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