Shannon Stephens

Shannon J. Stephens, 37, of Benton Township, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at his home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Starks & Menchinger Family Funeral Home, 2650 Niles Rd. St. Joseph with Rev. Marlo Fritzke officiating. Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 12:00 to 2:00 PM Tuesday prior to the Service. Memorials may be made to the Zachary Stephens College Trust. Those wishing to send the family condolences or sign the guestbook on line may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com Shannon was born July 8, 1973 to Jessie Stephens and Vicki Katz. He was passionate about spending time with his son Zachary and dog Rollin’, while kayaking, fishing, camping, and working on VW’s and Jeeps. Shannon loved hanging out with family and friends, good music, and great times. He was known by all for his laugh, smile, warm hugs, kind heart and gentle soul. Shannon is survived by his son Zachary Stephens of Coloma, mother; Vicki Katz of Stevensville, father; Jesse Stephens of Benton Township, brothers; Travis Stephens of Berrien Springs, David Stephens of Stevensville, grandmother; Jeanne Katz of Stevensville, and numerous aunts, uncles, family, and friends. “Right on…”