Kenneth Stevens, born September 13, 1924, age 86, passed away Sunday, December 5 at home with his 2 daughters by his side in Bolivar, Tennessee.
He was the son of the late John Stevens and Myrtle M. Stevens. He was a life long resident of Hardeman County. Mr. Stevens was an Army veteran of World War II serving in the 275th armored Field Artillery Battalion maintaining weapons, carriers, jeeps and trucks.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, James T. Stevens, a sister, Marie Black, and by the love of his life, his wife Ruth Stevens. Survivors include his 2 daughters, Patricia S. Ayers (Ricky) of Bolivar and Rebecca S. Ward (Randy) of Dyersburg, Tennessee; 2 granddaughters, Dena D. Vincent of Bolivar and Edie W. Barnett of Jackson, Tennessee; 5 great-grandchildren, Kirsten Siler, Thomas Fawcett, Maxwell Fawcett, Ali Butler and Price Barnett. He also leaves 3 nephews, Jim Stevens, Bob Stevens and Barrett Stevens, whom he loved dearly like a son; and a niece, Maria Pterichen of California. Mr. Stevens also leaves his constant companion, Sassy, his beloved pet.
Mr. Stevens family is grateful for the wonderful care given by the staff of Hospice of West Tennessee and would like to give a special thanks to them.
Pallbearers to serve are John Matthews, Barrett Stevens, Barrett Stevens, Jr., Bob Stevens, Jim Stevens, Dave Burrell and Bill Siler. Honorary pallbearers will be breakfast friends and coffee buddies.