John Claude Stephens

John Claude Stephens passed away on September 22, 2026, in Aurora. He was born on November 8, 1941.

John will be remembered as a man with a great sense of humor and as someone always ready to lend a hand. Those qualities shaped the way he moved through the world and the way he was known by the people around him. He also devoted much of his working life to United, retiring after 37 years of service, a milestone that speaks to his steady commitment and enduring work ethic.

He is survived by his children, Patricia Stephens, Lisa Todd, John Stephens, and Alan Stephens. Their place in his life stands as an important part of the family he leaves behind, and his memory will continue in the lives they carry forward.

John was preceded in death by his father, Leslie Stephens; his mother, Theresa Stephens; and his sister, Judine Stephens.

He will be remembered with affection for his humor, his helpful spirit, and the quiet, lasting impact of a life faithfully lived.