Lyle C. Stephens, Jr., 69, of Bauxite died early Saturday morning at a local hospital with his family in his heart. Lyle was born July 29, 1946 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to the late Lyle, Sr. and Joan (McCoy) Stephens.
Lyle Served in the United States Army from 1964-1967. He always enjoyed bowling, Flea Markets, Casinos and most of all watching his grandchildren as a proud papa. His greatest life accomplishment was being a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather.
Lyle is preceded in death by his parents; and two aunts, Maxine and Helen. He is survived by his loving wife of forty-seven years Pat, of Bauxite; one son: Paul Stephens and his wife Janice of Colorado; one daughter, Sandra Ragan and her husband Billy of Benton; five grandchildren: Brittney, Christopher, Codye Lynn, Katelyn and Joe; and one brother, Jeff Stephens and his wife Barbara of Illinois.
Private family service will be held at a later date.
Services are entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home, certified Veteran Funeral Care provider. Guests may register at www.smithfamilycares.com.