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Elson Lee "Dink" Stephenson

February 25, 1939 — April 14, 2013

Elson Lee "Dink" Stephenson of Valdosta, 74, passed away on Sunday April 14, 2013 at South Georgia Medical Center after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 25, 1939 in Tarboro, N.C., to the late Woodrow and Ethel Stephenson. He attended Valdosta High school before entering the National Guard in 1958. He was most recently employed as an estimator for Sloan Construction and retired in 2009.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Audrey June (Brown) Stephenson; two sons, Patrick Stephenson of Valdosta, Ga., and Sean Stephenson of Ackworth, Ga; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Tommy and Sandra Stephenson of Lake Park, Ga. and Freddy and Wanda Stephenson of Hahira, Ga. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Dominic and Danica Stephenson of Ackworth, Ga., several nieces and nephews, and many long-time friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Bobby Stephenson.
Dink was a gun enthusiast, bird watcher, hunter, and fisherman who had a great love of the outdoors. His greatest accomplishments were centered around his home and his family. His love for his family was boundless. He was also an avid NASCAR fan and wood sculptor. Ever the story teller, he could twist a yarn unlike any other. For many years he was a member of the Withlacoochie Hunting club and he was also a member of the Valdosta Masonic lodge No. 19.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Carson McLane Funeral Home with Rev. Bob Willis officiating. The family will be receiving friends and family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be conveyed online at www.mclanecares.com. Carson McLane.



Funeral Home:
Carson McLane Funeral Home
2215 North Patterson Street
Valdosta, GA
US 31602

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