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Mrs. Stephens, age 57, of Calabash, NC, formerly of Charlotte, NC, passed away Sunday January 17th, 2010, in her home. She was born in Charlotte, NC on September 20th, 1952. Mrs. Stephens graduated from Harding High School in 1970. She retired from Advanced Bonded Warehouse. Mrs. Stephens was a loving daughter, sister, mother and grandmother and a dear friend to all. A viewing was be held at McEwen Funeral Service, 5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte on Thursday January 21st. A service to celebrate her life was held the following day at McEwen Funeral Service Chapel. Interment was at Sharon Memorial Park. The family received friends at Shannon Suddreth's home. Pallbearers included Chris Suddreth, Chuck Calebro, Brian Cooke, Brian Cooke, Jr, Tyler Hoyle and Todd Reynolds.
She was preceded in death by her mother Evelyn Poteat and her brother Gene Poteat. Survivors include her husband John Stephens, her father William Poteat, her daughter Tracey Hoyle and husband Bo, her son Brandon Ratcliff and four grandchildren, Christopher Watts, Hailey Rollins and Elizabeth and Tyler Hoyle.
Donations may be made to Friendship Trays, Inc. 2401 Distribution Street, Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28203.
Published in Charlotte Observer on January 20, 2010
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William Mathis
"I am very sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. We went to school together for many years. As long as she is in your heart, she will never be really gone." Lana Lee (Conover, NC)
"Jackie was my classmate. I'll always remember her smile. My heart goes out to your family. My prayer is that you will find comfort in your memories." Mary Harris (Denver, NC)
"Tracy and Brandon: I am so sorry for your loss! We loved her so much and she will be greatly missed. She is with momma now so I can only imagine the trouble they are causing in heaven. We love you guys! Beckie, Micheal, Brian and Big Jim Foster" Beckie Foster (Charlotte, NC)
"Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Esp., Pop, Tracey and Brandon. We will all miss Jackie. May she be free of pain now and enjoying heaven till we meet again. With deepest sympathy, Chris , Shannon and Joshua Suddreth" shannon suddreth (Charlotte, NC)
"Jackie was my classmate. I'll always remember her smile. My heart goes out to your family. My prayer is that you will find comfort in your memories." Mary Harris (Denver, NC)
"Brandon and the rest of your family, I am so very sorry to hear of your mom"s passing.Please know ya'll are in our thoughts, prayers and hearts during this difficult time you are facing,please know if we can do anything at all to help we are only a..."Debbie/Chad Randall/McCaskill (Iron Station, NC)
Jackie Poteat Stephens
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May God comfort you now, and in the days to come.