Karl Russell Stephens was my Grandpa and I loved him! I had the privilege to be at his side when he took his last breath at 11:54 am on Thursday March 25. He entered peacefully that day into the arms of Jesus and heard the words "Well done my good and faithful servant!". He is now whole and complete, worshipping at the feet of the Lord.
I am so thankful that I had 32 years with him! He was a true treasure in my life and I learned so much from him. He gave me wonderful insights into life and showed me how to love completely. He was passionate about everything he did and he was good at almost everything. He was very competitive and loved to play games. Shawn and I were discussing after his funeral that Grandpa played with us and gave to us because he wanted to, never out of obligation. He truly enjoyed being with us and being silly! He got joy out of making others happy. Sometimes I think he thought it was his job to make people laugh! He was one of the funniest and wittiest people I've ever known. I loved his silly sense of humor and his love for his family. There was only ONE Karl... and he was GOOD!
I love you, Grandpa! Words seem inadequate right now as I try to explain what you meant to me and how much I love you. I will always love you and miss you. I'm the person I am today because of your love. Thank you for just being you and loving me without fail.
This is my favorite picture ever! Grandpa Stephens with all seven of his great-grandchildren! He was the happiest when he was with his family!
Shawn & Grandpa were great buddies!
Classic Karl!
4 Generations!
Nobody could get my girls riled up quicker than Grandpa. They were wild around him and he LOVED it!
He always tickled and the kids always came back for more!
He was a kid at heart!
He had the best smile! His whole face would light up and his eyes sparkled!
All the men on the Stephens side of the family and since there have been six girls born after Connor, it hasn't changed in almost 13 years!
They truly loved each other!
This pretty much sums up our visits with him... silliness!
Anna poking his eye out!
My favorite photo of Grandpa & Anna! He was magical with children. Kids were drawn to him!!!
The last photo we have of him, taken three days before he passed. I am so thankful I visited and took pictures. I will miss seeing him, but we have been given this amazing assurance in Christ that we will see our loved ones that believed again! See you soon, Grandpa!
