Kathy Stephenson

August 17, 1957 - May 19, 2018

Obituary For Kathy Stephenson

Kathy L. Stephenson, age 60, died peacefully Saturday, May 19, 2018, in Cleveland, TN.

Kathy was a generous woman who lived a life of Christian care and service towards others. She enjoyed cooking, watching Little House on the Prairie and television gameshows, and spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters. She loved all things Christmas and was particularly fond of snowmen. Kathy will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her son Rev. Christopher A. Stephenson, Ph.D. and wife Rev. Lisa P. Stephenson, Ph.D.; granddaughters, Abigail and Bella; brother, David Saunders and wife Ellen; sister-in-law, Kimberly Barbour and husband John; brother-in-law, Gene Stephenson and wife Lee; and four nieces and one nephew.

Kathy’s remains will lie in repose from 10:00 AM until 12:00PM Friday at Renaissance Funeral Home, in Raleigh. Interment and a brief service will take place 10:00 AM Saturday at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, in Raleigh, with signs directing to the location of interment.

Special appreciation goes to Brookdale Cleveland, Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive, and Hospice of Chattanooga.

In lieu of flowers, tax deductible gifts can be made to a scholarship at Lee University for students in financial need, selected by the Stephensons. To give online: Go to www.leeuniversity.edu/give select “Quick Give,” “Endowed Scholarship,” and enter “Isle of Hope—Kathy Stephenson” in comments field. Check: Lee University, Central Gifts, P.O. Box 3450, Cleveland, TN 37320-3450, with “Isle of Hope—Kathy Stephenson” in the memo line. Call: 423-614-8324.

Services

TBD

Cemetery

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave Raleigh, NC 27601 Get Directions »

25 May

Visitation

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Renaissance Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center 7615 Six Forks Rd Raleigh, NC 27615 Get Directions »

26 May

Graveside Service

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave Raleigh, NC 27601 Get Directions »

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September 01, 2020

diris wilkins

She was a very special friend. We loved her with all my heart
September 01, 2020

diris wilkins

Special friend will be sending a donation in her memory to Lee University
September 01, 2020

syvonne callahan

Kathy was such a sweetheart!! Even though I have only know her a short while I knew she had a big heart and was a pleasure to be around!! Praying for you all during this difficult time!!
September 01, 2020

Madie

I remember when I was younger coloring with her and watching Little House on the Prairie. She was such a funny and bright person. Without her I wouldn't be who I am today and wouldn't have my love for Zebra Cakes. She will forever be missed. -Madie S.