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Obituary Online notes for “Bob” Robert STEPHENS
HIGH POINT - Robert "Bob" Stephens passed away on Sunday afternoon, August 8, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital after a brief illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Christine Stephens.
Bob attended Immaculate Heart of Mary School. A lifetime resident of High Point, Bob enjoyed many friends and acquaintances, particularly his Wellington Street and Coventry Road neighbors. He was involved in the ARC of High Point and worked at the Guilford County Sheltered Workshop/Lifespan for many years. Bob enjoyed a special relationship with his home mates at the High Point UMAR home and his many friends at First United Methodist Church. For several years he was active in the Oak Hollow Civitan Club.
Bob is survived by a sister, Anne Stephens Powers of Winston-Salem, a brother and sister-in-law Jim and Joyce Stephens of High Point; nieces Robyn Powers and Taylor Powers; nephews James Stephens, III, Joey Stephens and Christopher Powers.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Robert "Bob" Stephens will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, at the First United Methodist Church, with the Reverend Chris Fitzgerald and the Reverend Fran Moran officiating. The family will greet friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Life Tribute Center of Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Bland Sunday School Class at First United Methodist Church of High Point, 512 N. Main Street, High Point, NC 27260. Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on August 10, 2010 470, Robert “Bob” Stephens