Johnny Lanier Stephens, 58, of Winterville, died Saturday, January 23, 2016.
Born in Athens, he was the son of the late Newell Vaughn and Sally Dove Stephens. Mr. Stephens loved the outdoors, camping and fishing. Most of all, he was a devoted and loving grandfather.
Survivors include his wife, Emily Stephens; two children, Johnny Lanier Stephens II and Audra Elizabeth Stephens; one brother, Bobby Lamar Stephens; and one grandson, Jonas Asher Stephens.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Lord and Stephens, East is in charge of arrangements.