Viola B. Stephens of Missouri Valley, Iowa passed away on Tuesday at Community Memorial Hospital. Viola was born on August 27, 1927 to John and Eva (Peterson) McHugh in Harrison County, Iowa. She grew up in the Magnolia area and graduated from Woodbine High School. Viola went on to Business School in Council Bluffs, and, upon graduating, she worked for a doctor in the big city. Later, she met Darrell Stephens and married in 1949. They then farmed in Woodbine, Persia, and Neola before moving to farm near Missouri Valley in 1964. Their marriage was blessed with two children.
Viola loved baking pies and cakes, enjoyed flower gardening, and staying in touch with family and friends on her computer. She worked several years at the Harrison County Fair. Viola belonged to the Christian Church in Missouri Valley.
Preceded in death by: her husband Darrell, parents, and eight brothers and sisters.
Survivors include her children: Carolyn Jean (“CJ”) and husband David Snyder and Carroll David Stephens and wife Debra. Two grandchildren: Rebecca and Riley Kurth and Andrew and Katie Stephens, three great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Viola will be remembered for her friendliness and love and devotion to her family, friends, and community.
The family would like to invite everyone to a time of lunch and fellowship at the Christian Church after the committal service at the cemetery.
In Loving Memory Of
Viola B. Stephens
Born
August 27, 1927 Harrison County, Iowa
Entered Into Eternal Rest
September 5, 2017 Missouri Valley, Iowa
Celebration Of Life Service
10:00 a.m. Friday, September 8, 2017
Christian Church
Missouri Valley, Iowa
Officiating Pastor Ron Wymer
Musical Selections
“Abide With Me” “Peace in the Valley”
“Amazing Grace” “The Old Rugged Cross”
“God Be With Us Till We Meet Again”
Casket Bearers
Riley Kurth Andrew Stephens
Ronnie McHugh Carroll Stephens
Russ Steffen Jim Stephens
Final Resting Place
Magnolia Cemetery
Magnolia, Iowa
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not ant.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
– Psalm 23 (KJV)
10 Comments
No more sickness, suffering, or death! Bravo, Mom! You have fought the good fight and are now at Eternal Rest with God. Thanks for all you did and who you were.
Sorry to hear about Viola.
Love & Prayers with all
God be with you in your time of sorrow. Be happy knowing that she is now in God’s loving arms even though she will be missed here.
May the peace and comfort of our loving father God be with family and loved ones. Though she isn’t with us anymore in this world, we know she is in the presence of Christ.
Carroll, Deb, Becca, and Andrew, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. She was a very caring lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
just seen this sorry for your loss. great lady
Carolyn Jean and Carroll: I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Viola and I shared many days of giggling many years ago; some fun times. I miss hearing from her. Darrell was my cousin; I miss him too. May God comfort your heart. Gloria Ann (Pitt) Martin
sorry to hear about viola, I knew her when she brought her husband
I don’t know if you got my whole message I knew viola when she brought her husband to Methodist physician clinic where I worked they were a sweet couple. I also was from Missouri valley grew up there . she did make the best pies several of the staff members bought pies from her and she would deliver them. she was a sweet lady. she will be missed . take care.
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