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Obituary For Fannie Lee Moore Stephens

On Monday, November 30, 2020 God called his child Fan home to rest, making it the last stop on her travel itinerary. Early that Monday morning, struggling, and with labored respirations, Fan could be heard singing the old gospel song, “Glory, Glory. Hallelujah!”

Fan {and her twin sister Ann} was born on August 8, 1945 to the late Elder Joseph Algernon Moore and the late Dorothy Mae Moore in Gifford, Florida. Four of her siblings preceded her in death.

She was raised on “The Low End” of Gifford. Her parents were of the Pentecostal faith therefore, Fan’s introduction to, and relationship with, God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit came early in her life. As a child, she attended the Church of God by Faith, Gifford, FL. Later in life, as an adult, she joined and faithfully attended, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Gifford, FL., under the leadership of Pastor Willie Richardson, Jr.

Fan was educated at Gifford High School (GHS), “Home of the Mighty Tigers,” where she graduated in 1964. While in school, Fan belonged to various clubs and participated a variety of school activities. In 1961, as a Sophomore, she was chosen by the GHS football team as “Miss Team Sweetheart.” She was one of the few students who enjoyed the honor of having perfect attendance each year while attending Gifford High School.

Fan was a faithful employee at Indian River Memorial Hospital, Vero Beach, Florida from 1966 through 1995. She worked as a Sterile Preparation Clerk in the Supply Processing and Distribution Department. Throughout her lifetime, she had co-workers, colleagues, and friends whom she loved and who loved her. Fan was known for giving sage guidance to young people. Many of them called her Momma and she “adopted” them as her God-children…some of them being Ms. Renee’ Alexander, Ms. Janet Barr, Ms. Carlita Carter, Ms. Nickela Rodgers, and Ms. Tempre Smith, just to name a few. Among Fan’s closest friends were Mrs. Ella Mae Hill, Mrs. Cassandra Bagley Jenkins, Ms. Aquila Moore, and her lifelong friend, Mrs. Helen Moore Ardoin.

In 1965, Fan was united in holy matrimony to Ulysses Stephens. This union produced five children. Her oldest son, Ulysses Algernon “Tight” Stephens preceded her in death. She leaves to cherish her fond memories: daughters Fernanda Ysa Moore Stephens and Teresa Ann Stephens and two sons, Larry David Stephens (Mary) and Justin Vashawn Stephens; and four siblings, Clare Moore Brown, Seffner, FL., Annie Moore Powell, (her twin sister) Port St. Lucie, FL., Reverend John Morris Moore (Gale), Sanford, FL., and Norma Moore Wilson (Larry), Anthony, FL., along with five grandchildren, Kai Janet’ Stephens, Courtney Lashona Stephens, Jada Tajanae Powell, Larry David Stephens, Jr., and Layla Victoria Stephens, and one great granddaughter, Jayla Love Jones, and many beloved nephews, nieces, cousins, and brothers-in-law, sisters-in-laws and many, many dear friends.

Graveside funeral services to celebrate her life will convene on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 11:00am also in Gifford Cemetery in Gifford, FL.

Although many venues have opened and the restrictions of COVID 19 have been relaxed, we here at Stone Brothers Funeral Homes are still enforcing the guidelines set forth by the CDC and FDOH to protect our families and our staff. We ask that you respect this, as it could very well save your life. We also ask that you acknowledge and execute the 6 ft. social distancing guidelines as well.

Guest Book

My condolences to the Stephen's Family. Fannie Mae was always a kind and funny person to me. I loved her dearly. Rest In Peace. Arlene Jackson

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Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family. Absence from this world but present with the Lord. Gone but not forgotten. Our prayers are with the family. Pete and Mary Ann Neely

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Fan,I'll miss your smile and warm hug every time we met. Our Love and condolences to the family. Emmet and Letha Lane

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Aunt Fan, I'm still telling myself you're not gone. I often think of calling you to chat, and then it hits me. I miss you dearly, Auntie! I long for our late night talks until 2ish AM. I remember our last conversation, two days before you were hospitalized. We talked and laughed; and before hanging up, WE said, I LOVE YOU! Thank you for the love you showed my children and I. Thanks for sharing all of Grandma Dorothy's recipes. Rest in heavenly peace until we see each other again. Love, Your Niece, Pamela D. Crankfield Kelly.

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Condolences to the family may God help you and keep you lifted up during your time of bereavement. Fan from Ann your friend in Detroit,Michigan

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My deepest condolences to the family, this is one of the sweetest person I have ever met, love you always

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To My Beloved Classmates's Family. When we talked the week before Thanksgiving I had no idea that would be the last time I would talk to you. I always enjoyed our talks and will miss you. Love and memories are in my heart forever. Your classmate and friend. Indell

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My condolences goes out to the Stevens Moore family during these difficult time. Fan will be truly missed by many people, I will miss her beautiful smile and miss seeing her also. May she RIP From Alma Green Dixon And Family!

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Two Stephens Moore family we send our deepest condolences from the Mcclinton family as we are so sorry for your loss Henry&Sue Mcclinton

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Aunt Fan, I cannot believe you are gone! I will always remember your room-lighting smile; your laughter; and most of all, your raw and uncut tell-it-like-it-IS LOVE. I miss you dearly. Love, Your Niece, Iva J. Powell

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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