Ishmael Stephens

Ishmael Stephens June 14, 1918 - September 26, 2011 Ishmael Stephens, age 93 years, a resident of Greenfield passed away Monday morning September 26, 2011 at his residence. He was born June 14, 1918 in Hartwell, Indian to the late Charles and Mayzie (Davis) Stephens. He served in the US Army where he received the Purple Heart for his injuries received in the Battle of The Bulge. He worked as a farmer, coal miner and a shipyard hand. He also worked for Crane Naval Weapons Depot and retired from Ford Motor Company. He was a member of the UAW, Jasper VFW and the American Legion Post of Winslow, Indiana. Ishmael was a story teller that loved his family, spending time with them and watching his grandchildren compete in sports. He loved fishing, hunting, camping and gardening. He is survived by his son, Richard (Phyllis) Stephens of Greenfield, granddaughter, Felicia (Jeff) Frazier of Greenfield, grandson, Richard Stephens of Greenfield, great grandchildren, Sami Frazier, Michael (Chrissy) Frazier, Mathew Frazier, Cory Stephens, Jesse Stephens, great great-grandchild, Haven Frazier, several nieces and nephews including, Pat Hollan, Bruce Kifer and Brenda Stone. He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Opha M. (Price) Stephens and a sister, Cletis Thomas. Friends may call Friday September 30, 2011 at Stillinger Family Funeral Home, Pasco Chapel of Greenfield from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Park Cemetery in Greenfield with military graveside rites provided by the Greenfield Veteran Honor Guard. Memorial Contributions may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, 801 Eighteenth Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-3517 Comments Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We know how much Ish meant to your family. From all the stories we have heard, we know he was a very " special man. In your time of need, we hope you know we will always be there for you. We love you! Shannon, Amanda, Alyssa, and Alex Walls Shannon, Amanda, Alyssa, and Alex Walls - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM Dear Family, " When I think of Uncle Ishmael I have thoughts of he and Aunt Opha and the word that comes to my mind is hospitality. I received their hospitality in my earlier years when I still lived close enough to see them every weekend. Those were visits my parents and I looked forward to every Friday night. I knew we were going to see Aunt Opha, Uncle Ishmael, Grandma Price and Richard for the weekend. We would eat food from the garden sitting down for large dinners fit for king's on Sunday afternoons. We would all talk, laugh,and fully enjoy one another's company. As a child I can't remember all the details other than I felt safe and happy in that house in Hosmer and being with the people I loved. Is is a memory tucked away in my heart to forever enjoy. Our love goes out to you, dear family and friends, in your time of sorrow and celebration of a life well lived for 93 years. Sandy and Chick Templin Sandra Templin - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR " LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FORIEGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM