With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Francis Eugene Stephens of Xenia, Ohio, born in Dayton, Ohio, who passed away on April 1, 2024 at the age of 77. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Francis Eugene Stephens to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Elmer Stephens and Evelyn Dudley Stephens; his brother Fred Stephens; and his son Scott Stephens. He is survived by : his wife Margaret Christina "Chris" Stephens; his children, Elizabeth Gosser and Tony Stephens (Michele); his daughter-in-law Bobi Stephens; his grandchildren, Alyssa Houser, Sarah Stephens, Dax Gosser, Kaylynn Stephens and Aaron "Dane" Gosser; his great grandchildren, Wyatt, Olive and Roman; his sister-in-law Priscilla Stephens; and his siblings, Janet Pettit (Mike), Debbie Stephens and Bob Stephens (Cindy). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In place of flowers, contributions may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1120 S. Detroit St., Xenia, OH, 45385, in his memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Neeld Funeral Home Inc