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William Arthur Stevens Jr.

Passed 10/23/2025

Obituary For William Arthur Stevens Jr.

William Arthur Stevens Jr.,72, of the James City Community of New Bern was called to rest on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

His service is 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Undenominational Pentecostal Holiness Church, 801 Hwy. 70 E. Historic James City Community. New Bern. The interment will follow at the Meadows Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Vivian Lee Stevens of the home; two sons, William Devon Stevens (Denise) and Stephone Betts Stevens both of New Bern; two daughters, Vivian D. Howard (Donald)and Tina Nicole Stevens both of New Bern; his mother, Mamie Stevens of New Bern; three brothers, Joseph Stevens (Norma) and Jeffery Stevens both of Havelock and Michael Stevens, New Bern; one sister, Paula Jones, (Elijah) New Bern; sister-in-law, Victoria Stevens, New Bern; sister-of-the-heart, Barri Swindell

PAID OBITUARY


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During your time of lose of my cousin William Steven. Donna and I prayers are with you. William and I hung out last February for about 3 hours in the Choice Hotel. We had a great time. Tommy

Tommy Shird

Sincere condolences to our family and the James City community in the loss of one so caring and dear. His love of family and friends will never cease to be mentioned as we share our fond memories from time to time. May we continue to show love the same as when he was with us. Lou Quinn Thomas & Family in Georgia.

Louvenia Thomas

To the Stevens family, my condolences on the loss of your loved one. William was always such a wonderful person and friend who served his community and church with such a fierce dedication. May he continue to serve as passionately in heaven.

Dana Slade Johnson

We would like to express our deepest condolences to the Stevens family. Cousin Steve will be greatly missed, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ

Sincerely, The Hill Family

Jacqueline Hill

To the Stevens familyโ€”I'm saddened to learn of the passing of William. I pray that the Lord will embrace you with His Shalom peace now and in the days ahead.

Benjamin T. Forbes

Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Steve was a good person and he will be missed. Our sincere condolences to you all

Joan and Mike Sidberry

Dear Vivian, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. May God give you strength and comfort during this sad time. It was great running into you last week. ๐Ÿ’œ Sending prayers for you and your family.๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿ™

Linda Edwards Chandler

We are sorry to hear about this. Mr. Steve was the "president" of James City and he will sorely be missed. Our prayers are with the family at this time. Tedra Harris Brown

Tedra Harris Brown

My sincere condolences to the Stevens Family. Praying for God's comfort and peace during your bereavement. Keep the memories of your loved one close to help see you through.

Pastor Antonio G. Scott

My condolences go out to the Stevens family. Steve and I work together at Hatteras Yachts in the paint shop. Steve was a joy to be around. He will be missed 2 Corinthians. 1:3-4 Skipper Squires

Skipper Squires

My condolences to Tina and the family

Dell Grady

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

Oscar's Mortuary, Inc. | New Bern, NC

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