Helen Stephens

Helen Jensen Stephens passed away on April 25th, 2024, at the age of 82. Born November 15th, 1941, in Salt Lake City, Utah, she was the daughter of the late William Jensen and Helen Gray McMullen. She married the love of her life, David Stephens, and they spent 61 years together! Helen was a beautiful woman both inside and out and showed gratitude and grace even during her most difficult times. She was a strong, independent woman, who had a passion for many things in her life, mostly her family both near and far. Helen never met a stranger and politely greeted anyone she encountered. Her sense of style was impeccable, and she was incredibly talented and creative, it showed in everything she lovingly touched. Her priority in life was caring for her family; she adored her grandchildren and was so incredibly proud of each of them as well as her two daughters and her son-in-law “Monsy”. Her brothers and their families meant the world to her. Helen enjoyed being active; she loved being outdoors, enjoying her beautiful yard, playing golf, tennis and traveling. She loved music, dancing with Dave, and entertaining friends and family. She leaves behind her loving children, Tracy Stephens Lyssand (Mons) of Tysnes, Norway and Jill Simmons of Charleston, SC; grandchildren: Chelsea Annalys Lyssand of Charleston, SC, Cassie Simmons McHenry (Tyler) of Charleston, SC, Pytten Lyssand of Osøyro, Norway, and Taylor Simmons of Lexington, SC; siblings: Gray Jensen (Linda), Michael Jensen (Dava), and Peter Jensen (Sheri); her special niece, Heidi Calacino (Matt); as well as numerous beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Dave, brother, Bill Jensen, and her loving parents. The family would like the entire staff at the Villages of Summerville, Will Strickland of Gentiva Hospice of Charleston as well as Tonya Gadsden, CNA and Pattie Markley, MT who all so lovingly and graciously took care of our mother for so many years. We will always be in awe of the heartfelt love given to her. The family will hold a celebration of life at a future date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in honor of Helen Stephens to the Employee Appreciation Fund c/0 The Village at Summerville at 201 W 9th North Street Unit 140 Summerville, SC 29483

Helen Stephens

November 15, 1941 - April 25, 2024