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Mrs. Addie T. Stephens passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 14, 2025,
surrounded by family and loved ones. Affectionately known as “Bell,” she was a
kindhearted and energetic woman whose generous spirit touched many lives. She loved
to help others as well as sing and play the piano.
Born in Phenix City, Alabama, to the late Willie and Lucy Bell Thomas, Addie graduated
from South Girard High School in 1967 and pursued a fulfilling career in Human
Resources as a Payroll Analyst at Mead Coated Board. After 37 years of service with
Mead she retired early. Later, returning to the workforce at Muscogee County School
District in the Accounting department, retiring and leaving a legacy of dedication and
compassion in every role she held.
A devoted member of the Midland Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Addie found
joy in helping others learn about the Bible and Jehovah God’s love.
She was preceded in death by her sons Carlton and Reuben Butler, granddaughter
Constance Nall Thornton, and sister Catherine T. Evans.
She leaves behind cherished memories with her husband of 24 years, Mr. Harold R.
Stephens; daughters Erica (Sam) Willis and Kimberly Butler; grandchildren Branden
Nall, Kristopher Kimbrough, and Kristian Kimbrough; great-grandson Justin Nall;
siblings Maggie (Roosevelt) Freeman and Dennis (Alicia) Lyles; bonus grandchildren,
Alecia and Kanavisa Willis; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A celebration of life service for Addie will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 19, 2025,
at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 9947 Veterans Pkwy, Midland, Georgia 31820.
Georgia Cremation – Columbus is assisting the family with arrangements.
Pennie Tucker says
To the family of Addie Thomas Stephens, we send our love and condolence for the loss of your loved one. I have known Addie for many years serving Jehovah along with her in the old Wynnton Congregation. We were sent to another congregation, but the love and close bond was always with us. When we would see each other at the conventions we had a big smile on our faces as we would greet each other and catch up on what was going on in our family. I pray that Jehovah would ease your pain. I will miss her bright smiling face and warm greetings, but I look forward to seeing her in the New World to come. Warm Christian Love Sister Pennie Tucker & Family
Leroy Alexander says
To my dear brother Harold and all of his family. May Jehovah, “the God of all comfort” be with all of you. Linda and I send our deepest condolences. We love you.
Gladys Williams-Tillmon says
Erica, Kim and the family: My sincerest condolences on the passing of Addie! She was a Remarkable, laid back woman – one that I thought highly of. May she rest in peace.
Gladys Williams-Tillmon
Dorian Santos-Sanders says
To Harold we are sending our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We loved Mrs. Addie she was an amazing person funny too. Mrs. A had way about her that made you love her and we did. I would go to her job just to see her I didn’t need anything I just needed to hear her voice and to see her beautiful smile she will be very much missed. We love you Mrs. Addie. The Santos Family
Mavis Daniels says
To the loved ones of Mrs. Addie please accept my heartfelt condolences. Know that she was loved by many and that I am definitely grateful for the friendship we shared and I’m missing our long conversations already.
May you all find comfort in the precious memories that you all shared..
Marilyn Johnson says
My heartfelt condolences to your family.
Praying Jehovah gives you strength, comfort. and peace during this difficult time.
Agape love my brother
Frances Anderson says
Harold my family and I send our love and our condolences to you and your family.
from your cousin
Jacqueline jones says
Prayers goes out to Erica and Kim and Harold on your loss of my dear friend and sister Addie she will be very missed by me and all of the friends that knew her