Dorothy M. HICKS STEPHENSON

Holley D. Stephenson
November 19, 1932-May 25, 2019
“Boog”

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Dorothy M. Hicks Stephenson
November 18, 1934-June 20, 2021

Married Dec. 30, 1955
Parents of Marcia & Marietta

*Obituary Holley D. Stephenson
HOLLEY DONALD STEPHENSON VICTORIA - Holley Donald Stephenson, 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2019. He was born November 19, 1932 to John and Elva Stephenson in Terry County, Texas. Holley was a caring, generous, God-fearing man who valued the well-being of his family above all else. Holley lived the American Dream, pulling himself up by the bootstraps. He joined the United States Air Force at the age of 19 and served our country well. Holley married the love of his life, Dorothy Mearl Hicks Stephenson, on December 30, 1955. Determined to provide a good life for his family, he applied himself to his studies. Through a truly impressive level of hard work and dedication Holley turned a 7th grade education into multiple exemplary diplomas, including a Master's Degree from Sam Houston State Teacher's College in 1960. He became a science teacher and then supervisor in the Victoria ISD where he inspired hundreds of students until he retired in 1987. Holley was a beloved member of Baptist Temple Church for 59 years where he served as deacon.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy Stephenson; two daughters Marcia Dorman and Marita Hartmann; six grandchildren Amanda, Bradley, Kyle, Anna, Sarah, and Emily; and great grandson Odin. Visitation will be held Friday, May 31st from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Grace Funeral Home, 2401 Houston Hwy. in Victoria. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 1st at 1:00PM at Grace Funeral Home. Holley will be buried June 3rd at 2:00PM in Seagraves, TX. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Baptist Temple Church.

Obituary https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/obituaries/holley-stephenson/article_00ebebe6-c879-5920-8cd0-0f4caf9eae31.html


Obituary Dorothy M. Hicks Stephenson

GEORGETOWN — Dorothy Hicks Stephenson, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 20, 2021.

She was born November 18, 1934 to Edward and Dora Hicks in Terry County, Texas. Dorothy was the oldest daughter of 8 children and became a caregiver for her siblings at a young age. This instilled lessons of hard work and dedication that she carried throughout her life. Dorothy married Holley Donald Stephenson on December 30, 1955 in Seagraves, Texas. Holley kept their life fun, but Dorothy kept it together. She managed the home and raised two children all while obtaining a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Sam Houston State Teacher’s College. Dorothy valued education. She taught young minds for 30 years in the Victoria ISD. She taught herself financial literacy and account management. And she became a self-taught master quilter, creating many works of textile art for her family and friends. A lifetime follower of Jesus Christ, Dorothy also taught Sunday school at Baptist Temple Church for decades.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Holley. She is survived by her two daughters: Marcia Dorman and Marita Hartmann; six grandchildren: Amanda, Bradley, Kyle, Anna, Sarah, and Emily; and great-grandson Odin. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in Seagraves, Texas on Sunday, July 11th at 10AM. The service will be streamed virtually for those who cannot travel. For more information about the virtual service contact Bradp18@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Baptist Temple Church in Victoria, Texas.

Obituary https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/obituaries/dorothy-hicks-stephenson/article_bea655d8-4503-52c2-a71d-846ed83b32c6.html

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