Karen Yovonne Stevens, 63, of Orange, passed away on October 30, 2021, in Beaumont.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Bridge Point Fellowship in Bridge City. Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Houston, Texas, on June 20, 1958, she was the daughter of Ralph Manning and Clara (Bomnskie) Manning. Karen worked as Executive Director for OCAA Meals on Wheels. She loved writing a weekly column for the Orange Leader faith page. She had an inredible knack for creativity and enjoyed painting and photography. She was a member of the Real Estate Association and worked for KHOU Channel 11 for a number of years. Karen was a faithful member of Bridge Point Fellowship, where she cultivated and held dear many friendships. She loved being “Lolli” to her grandchildren, who were her complete pride and joy. She was the best wife, mother and grandmother her family could’ve ever hoped for. Karen took great joy in the small things of life, most often taking time to admire and photograph God’s beautiful sunrises and sunsets. She will be deeply missed by all who loved her and will be watching the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets from her spot in heaven.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Clara Manning.
She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, David Stevens; sons, Eric Stevens and Hunter Stevens of Bridge City; grandsons, Waylon and Lincoln; and siblings, Navoline Manning-Wolfe, Ralph Manning, Roxie Maner, Helen Brie-Edison, and Terri Emery; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolences
Kathy Tillman
November 6, 2021
I did not personal know Karen but I have many of her articles cut out and put in a folder. Her words of wisdom have been a blessing to me . Her faith reached to more people than you'll know on this earth. But in heaven many will thank her for her wittness and encouragement through her articles and her example of believing in a living. loving God. kathy Tilllman
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November 5, 2021
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November 4, 2021
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Sherri Hardesty
November 4, 2021
such a sweet sweet spirit this woman had , didnt see her often anymore but loved when I would run into her somewhere around town , will miss those "run -ins" --I know she will be deeply missed --lots of love and BIG HUGS to all
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November 4, 2021
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November 3, 2021
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November 1, 2021
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Cynthia Nagle
November 1, 2021
I was on the board of directors at OCAA. Although I didn't work with Karen long, due to moving out of town, I enjoyed working with her and getting to know her. My condolences to the family. I know she will be greatly missed by so many.