Alton E. Stephens, age 89, passed away on Saturday February 24, 2024. Alton was born in Vaughnsville, Ohio on November 6, 1934 to Lawrence and Wilma (Dunlap) Stephens who preceded him in death. On October 14, 1990 Alton married Carol.
Alton is survived by his wife, Carol (Foulkes) Stephens, his sons Bruce (Barb) Stephens, Brent (Sharon) Stephens, Chase Stephens (formerly of Vaughnsville, Ohio), and his daughter-in-law Diane Stephens. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Norma Graber, brother Gary (Connie) Stephens, eight (8) grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren. Alton is preceded in death by his son Randy Stephens, his brother Wendell Stephens, his brother Marvin (Fay) Stephens, his sister Helen (Emerson) Diller, and his sister Ann (Ken) Lurz.
Alton attended Calvary Bible Church and his relationship with the Lord was the most important thing in his life. Reading God’s Word and other spiritual books was a daily activity and very important to him. Alton served in the Army from 1958 until 1960 when he was honorably discharged.
Visitation will be held at Hartman Sons Funeral Home in Columbus Grove on Wednesday February 28, 2024, from 4pm until 8pm. Additional visitation will be held at Hartman Sons Funeral Home from 10am until 11am on Thursday February 29, 2024. Funeral services beginning at 11am Pastor Keith Hamblin and Pastor Dave Stratton presiding. Burial following immediately after at Pike Run Cemetery in Elida, Ohio. Memorial contributions can be made to Calvary Bible Church or School.
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