Bill C. Stephens Obituary (1941 - 2016)

Bill C. Stephens, 74, of Farmer City, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at his home surrounded by family. His service will be held Saturday, February 6, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at Weldon Baptist Church in Weldon, IL with Pastor Clyde Shreve officiating and co-officiated by Jim Vance. Cremation rites will be accorded with burial at Greenleaf Cemetery in Farmer City, IL at a later date. Visitation will be Saturday, February 6, 2016 from 10:00 to 12:00 at the church. Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home, Pontiac, is in charge of arrangements. Bill was born November 24, 1941 in Lebanon, IN to Levon and Virginia (Cripe) Stephens. He married Barbara J. Brewer on June 30, 1961. She survives in Farmer City, IL. Also surviving are his son, William Stephens of Decatur, IL; two daughters, Sandy (Tom) Corcoran of Pontiac, IL and Kathy White of Farmer City, IL; two brothers, Jim (Joellen) Stephens of Thorntown, IN and John Stephens of Lebanon, IN; one sister, Carolyn (Dan) Hedrick of Crawfordsville, IN; eight grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Bill retired from Deluxe Check Printers in June of 1993 after 31 years. He was an active member of Weldon Baptist Church in Weldon, IL. Bill spent most of his retired life woodworking and gardening. He always enjoyed spending time with all his grandchildren and attending their activities. He also enjoyed camping and fishing. Bill was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed. The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to OSF Hospice Services. Memorials may be made to the Weldon Baptist Church, 437 State Highway 48, Weldon, IL 61882. Online condolences may be made to the family at duffyfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.