Patricia Stephens

Patricia Ann, daughter to Lucius Jackson II and Alcie Griffin Jackson, was born on Friday, March 20, 1964 in Blytheville, Arkansas. Her parents, grandfather, Jimmy Smith Griffin; uncle, Albert Thomas Griffin; aunts: Adyna McGhee and Affie Griffin preceded her in death.

She accepted Christ and was baptized at Living World International Ministry Church where she became an active member devoting countless hours and efforts whenever and wherever needed, serving and performing the Lord’s will became her passion. She was a member of the hospitality and decorating team. “God,” “Family,” “Friends,” and the needs of others was how she lived and devoted her life. Her favorite scripture was Psalm 23.

Patricia attended the public schools of Mississippi County, Arkansas where she was a graduate of Blytheville High School, Class of 1982. She also attended Colorado Tech. She enjoyed employment with Victory Christian Academy serving as the cafeteria manager.

On Sunday, October 18, 1992, Patricia united in holy matrimony with the love of her life, Alvin Stephens and they were the proud parents of four children.

A loving, caring and devoted wife and mother, she always looked for good in everyone. Being with family and friends was what she cherished the most; she enjoyed baking, sewing, listening to music, roller skating and decorating homes and churches. All who knew and loved her will sorely miss her beautiful smiling face.

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, Patricia departed this life to be with the Lord.

She leaves a legacy of love to be cherished and shared with her devoted husband of 35 ½ years, Alvin Stephens; daughters: Kieara Stephens and D’Naizha Pannell; sons: Mark (Danica) Stephens and Shieltiel Stephens; three grandchildren; sisters: Mary (Donald) Blossom and Annette Jackson; brothers: Lucius Jackson and Carl Edward Jackson; maternal grandfather Rev. Albert Thomas Griffin; paternal grandmother, Mary Martha Magdelene Freeman-Scott and a host of other relatives and friends