It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mother Leatu Irene Stephens, (96), who transitioned on Friday, May 29, 2026. The family will be receiving friends at 2001 Road 30, Lake View, South Carolina 29563.
Public Viewing for Mother Leatu Irene Stephens will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Samuel Bartell Memorial Chapel, located at 1309 East Calhoun Street, Dillon, South Carolina 29536.
Celebration of Life for Mother Leatu Irene Stephens will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM at St. Peter's Pentecostal Holiness Church. 406 Leach St, Rowland, NC 28383.
Mother Leatu Irene Stephens final resting place will be at the church cemetery, St. Peter's Memorial Gardens, Hamer, South Carolina.
All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Bartell Funeral Home, LLC of Dillon, South Carolina.
Please keep the Stephens and McRae families lifted in prayer during their time of bereavement.
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The Bridge Builders sent Beautiful Dreams for Mother Leatu Irene Stephens - June 01, 2026
Mary Drayton sent Precious Heart Bouquet for Mother Leatu Irene Stephens - June 01, 2026
Ricky Sampson sent Red and White Handled Basket for Mother Leatu Irene Stephens - June 01, 2026
Latisha Hill sent Mixed Spray for Mother Leatu Irene Stephens - June 01, 2026
Condolences to this family we are praying for you ππΎππΎβ€οΈ
Deepest Sympathy to loss of Mother Stephens.
My heart felt Sympathy goes out to the Stephen's Family at the loss of their Mother.please know that we are praying for the Family ππ½ππ½
Today is a day of celebration. What a long life on the battlefield. God has spoken and said its time your work here is done. Every time we would come down and stop, it was like Sunday. No matter what day it was his name was lifted up. Everyone knows she was ready to go home. She was not getting ready she was ready. To our family IT IS OKAY TO MOVE WHEN YOU HAVE A HOME TO GO TO. To the family The God that we serve makes no mistakes! He is the Author and The Finisher. This is a day of celebration for a great women. Willie Williams and Family Charlotte NC
My heart goes out to the Stephen's family on today. You're in my thoughts and prayers. My God strengthen you and Bless you. Bridgett Fore & Larry Fore.
My family and I send our deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. You all are in our thoughts as you celebrate the beautiful life and wonderful legacy of your Grandmother, Mother Stephens.
My condolences to the family. Love you all!β€οΈ
Dr. Roslyn Bethea
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. Such a beautiful person.
Sending love, prayers, and heartfelt condolences to the family. With her passing comes the end of an era for the Stephens family and the closing of a cherished chapter in our family's history. As the beloved wife of Andrew Stephens, she held a special place in the hearts of many and will be remembered with love and respect. Though our hearts are saddened by this loss, we are grateful for the memories, the kindness she shared, and the legacy she leaves behind. May her memory continue to be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.
With love from the many branches of our family treeβthe Stephens, Flowers, Carmichael, Crawford, Stackhouse, Rogers, Ragmon, Killens, and Page families. Just to name a few
β Cousin Mikle
We send our Condolences and prayers to the families during your time of loss. May the Lord Comfort your hearts,give you peace and renewed strength today and in the days to come.
Pastors Tommy and Angela Frederick and the Congregation of Love Covenant Church
Our Deepest Sympathies for your loss. Our Prayers are with you..
I am Deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Grand Mother Chiquila. I cant be there for you in the physical but know im never far from you in the spiritual.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time in your lives. Give your worries to the Lord; He will sustain you. I shall remember you in prayer.
Auntie im gonna miss you π A praying powerful person full of God's grace & mercy β¨οΈ when she begins to speak, wisdom & knowledge flows from her lipsβ€οΈ Take your rest Aunt Leatu cause I know you alright now
Dillon High School Class of '88 extends our heartfelt prayers and deepest condolences to Edward McNeil and his family. May you find peace in the cherished memories, the moments of laughter, and the comfort that comes from leaning on God for strength and understanding.
We stand with you during this time of sorrow, and we lift your family in love and prayer.
To Edward McNeil and Family,
Prayers of Comfort, Peace and Strength as you go through this trying time. We honor such a life that received the Promises of God! May her legacy live on through each of You!!!
My husband and I would like to extend condolences to my friend Monica Washington and her family during their time of bereavement.
Sending my sincere condolence and prayers to the family during this great loss.
Mother Stephens was a true woman of God. And a praying and loving woman. I have many memories of her growing up. She was the neighborhood and church grandmother to many of us. She was a woman full of wisdom. She always had an encouraging word for me. She will be truly missed.
I'm going to miss you grandma we shared so many memories you was my best friend
My Deepest Condolences Praying For The Families Continually ππππ
Im sorry hear keep praying for you Stephen family's and McRae family's and Byrd family and McNeil family's and Monica and Aj family's we love you keep strong praying π
Im sorry sweet lady mother Stephen go miss you Rest and peace keep praying for Stephen family's we love you keep strong praying Stephen family's π
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.