The Rev. Vernon Stephenson

Funeral services for the Rev. Vernon Louis Stephenson, 73, of Many, were held on October 15 at First Baptist Church of Zwolle with the Reverends Jerry Penfield and William Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Aimwell Cemetery. The Rev. Stephenson was born on Friday, January 22, 1943 in Baskin. He passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at L.S.U. Medical Center in Shreveport. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Stephenson and Ottice Marie Stephenson; son, Christopher Stephenson and daughter, Wendy Stephenson. Bro. Vernon spent his life serving God. He was the chaplain for Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office. He pastored  numerous churches and he administrated both home and foreign missions. Bro. Vernon also ran his own Evangelistic Association. He was the staff evangelist of Zwolle First Baptist Church. He counseled those in need and served his God and his community. He spent over 50 years in the evangelical service. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Stephenson of Many; grandson, Michael Stephenson of Natchitoches; granddaughter, Stormie Derr of Interlachen, Florida; great granddaughter, Kira Derr of Interlachen, Florida; sister, Carolyn Schriverof Baskin along with a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers were Coby Lang, Donald Williams, Josh Sandel, Brad Walker, Joe Dewil, Ronny Richardson, John Adair, and Earl Pearce. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the church of your choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.warrenmeadows.com