Stephen "Steve" Hennessee

Stephen "Steve" Hennessee obituary, Bedford, IN

Stephen "Steve" Hennessee

Stephen Hennessee Obituary

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Stephen "Steve" Hennessee, 68, of Bedford passed away at 4pm Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at IU Methodist Hospital of Indianapolis. Born January 20, 1956, in Indianapolis, he was the son of Philip Hennessee and Donna (Lee) Hennessee.
Steve grew up and lived in Indianapolis for 56 years before moving to Lawrence County. He worked the construction trades for 40 years and was an avid fisherman. He loved primitive camping and was very artistic. Steve had many hobbies, including painting with acrylics and watercolor as well as wood carving. He was highly intelligent and quick witted. Steve's love for Jesus Christ was a sustaining force in his life.
He is survived by his mother, Donna; a sister, Linda Norris (Jerry) of Bedford; and nephews, Alex (Sierra) Norris, and Chris Norris, both of Bedford; and four cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father.
A Graveside service will be conducted at Proctor cemetery at a later date, officiated by Pastor Marlon Beachy.
Cremation arrangements for Stephen have been entrusted to Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes, in Bedford.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.FergusonLee.com.
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