William Ray Stephens Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on January 5, 2026 we had to say goodbye to William Ray Stephens of Ramsey, Illinois. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Ray Stephens to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harley Stephens and Bertha Stephens (Wilburn); his wife Wanda Sours Morell; his daughters, Loucinda and Rebecca; and his siblings, Danny and Cindy.
He is survived by: his children, Debra Gordon (Dwayne) of South Carolina, William "Rick" Stephens (Annette) of Arkansas, Paul Stephens (Clarice) of Ashmore, IL, Luke Morell (Marcy) of Ramsey, IL, Patrick "Kyle" Stephens (Marca) of Mississippi, Stacie Willis (Paul) of Decatur, IL, Tom Stephens of Ramsey, IL and Sheila Dyce (Kevin) of Ramsey, IL; and his siblings, Jesse Stephens (Judy) of Greenup, IL, Harvey Stephens (Doris) of Wilmington, IL, Dale Stephens of Wilmington, IL, Nelson Stephens (Carol) of Georgia, Melba Leigh of Assumption, IL, Joann Countryman (Bill) of Montrose, IL, Florence White (George) of Pana, IL and Mary Beesley (Bruce) of Shobonier, IL. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren.
Memorial donations can be made to American Legion Post 460 in Ramsey.
