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Submitted: 9/5/22 • Approved: 9/6/22 • Last Updated: 9/9/22 • R535619-G0-S3
US Air Force
November 19, 1932-May 25, 2019
“Boog”
*Obituary
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
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