Carl Stephens

Carl Eugene Stephens, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.

Carl was born on January 17, 1934 in Williamson County to John Carl and Ines Mae (McCree) Stephens.  Carl served in the U.S. Army and worked as a farmer and a coal miner.

Survivors include:

Son-Randall and Eva Stephens of Pittsburg

Son-Donald and Tema Stephens of Marion

Daughter-Pamela and Rick Herrin of Marion

Grandchildren:

Randall Stephens of Pittsburg

Jonathan Stephens of Pittsburg

Terran and Garrison Witmeyer of Manheim, PA

Jeremiah and Jenny Stephens of Marion

Richard Herrin of Marion

Cassie Gossett of Marion

Michael Herring of Herrin

Kaitlyn Herring of Marion

Treston Herring of Marion

Jaxson Herring of Marion

Great grandchildren:

Abigayle Stephens

Madilynn Stephens

Benjamin Stephens

Jason Ross

Cameron Gossett

Lucy Gossett

Gunner Herring

Sister-Sylvia Anderson of Pittsburg

Brother-Raymond and Sharon Stephens of Marion

Sister-Louise Thompson of Pittsburg

Several nieces and nephews

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers in law, Jim Thompson and Luther Anderson.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 12pm at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with Rev. John Howat officiating.  Burial will follow at Egyptian Memorial Gardens in Energy. Visitation will be on Saturday, the 14^th from 10am until the time of service at the funeral home.

Due to health concerns related to the COVID-19 virus, those attending the service are asked to follow social distancing guidelines and wear a face mask.