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OCEAN ISLE BEACH - William Alexander Stephenson, Jr., 75, of Ocean Isle Beach entered eternal life Wednesday, October 1st, 2014, following an extended illness. He was born on December 19, 1938 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Bill was a graduate of Myers Park High School and received a BA from UNC Chapel Hill. He spent his career as an Executive Sales VP in industrial tool manufacturing where he was recognized many times for his exemplary service and accomplishments. Bill proudly served as a Presbyterian Elder throughout his life. Previous residences include: Warren, Ohio; Barrington, Illinois; Wilmington and Davidson, North Carolina. Bill was the son of William Alexander, Sr. and Mildred Furr Stephenson, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Carole Ann Greene Stephenson, daughters Kimberly Robbins and Lori Kury, and grandchildren Lansdon, Drew, and Allie. Bill will be remembered most for his love of life, and his faith in Christ. His many friends will attest to his wonderful personality and positive attitude, every day spent with him was a gift. Favorite hobbies included: Golf, and Tarheel Basketball, but his true love was spending time with his three grandchildren on Ocean Isle Beach. A Celebration of Bill's Life will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014, 2:00 PM at the Shallotte Presbyterian Church. Pastor John Causey will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's name toShallotte Presbyterian Church, 5070 M.H. Rourk Drive - P.O. Box 3256 Shallotte, North Carolina 28459. Another celebration will be held in Charlotte, NC at Oehler's BBQ barn later in the month. Thank you to Hospice, extended family and Bill's many friends for the care, prayers and laughs during the past months. His "joy in life" will always remain with us.
Published in Charlotte Observer on Oct. 3, 2014