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Haley (Daughter) uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, January 5, 2023
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My Dad has always been supportive, kind and always happy to see me. I haven’t always made the best decisions, but never felt unloved or shunned. He has shown me how to love unconditionally. So many people have come up to me at work, even those I don’t know, and told me how much Dad meant to them. Several have told me he how he would pray with them and share words of encouragement. Through all of this great loss, I have learned by his example how to live Jesus before others who might not see it otherwise. I give all glory to God for my Dad’s life and the impact he had on so many others.
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Stacy (Co-worker) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Thank you for sharing Randy with all of his Cardiologists and Nurses out there. He was one of a kind and you knew his heart was golden! He touched so many lives and he will be sincerely missed!
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Kathy (Co-worker) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
I first knew Randy in the Cath Lab at Carraway. We had an instant connection, both being from Randolph County. I loved him dearly and will remember his sweet smile and personality.
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April (Friend, Youth Choir) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Oh this is devastating! Some of my best memories as a kid include singing with Mr. Randy.
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Patti (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was so sweet and kind always. He had a beautiful voice and heart. Praising God for his life and legacy.
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Megan (Co-worker) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
My heart hurts hearing this. Randy was so incredibly kind. I loved whenever I had the chance to spend time with him at work. His love for all of you was immeasurable.
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Donna (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
I’ve only known Randy for 3 years. I knew him first to be a man of God and then that he loved his family ferociously.
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Beth (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Such a bright light in our world and now brighter in Heaven. Honored to know him!
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Ruth Ann (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
I have so many precious memories of Randy in the band and also hanging out with Jack through their school years.
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Kathy (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
You two are so special to me. You both were my rock in a very dark time in my life. I loved your whole family. You will be in the thoughts and prayers of many, whose lives you touched.
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John (Co-worker) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
I met Randy when I helped cover the Birmingham district for Boston Scientific. It was several years ago, but he left a lasting impression. I got to follow him and help the team when I could. I was still a little green at the time and the EP programs were a little more aggressive than what I was used to. Randy took the time to show me a few things and teach me new techniques. He was a good man and mentor. Thank you Randy for making a difference!
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Sherry (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was truly a faithful servant and surely heard the words; “Well done good and faithful servant.”
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Debbie (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy truly exemplified this verse: “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith”. 2 Timothy 4:7
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Ashleigh (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
What a Godly legacy he had…I count myself blessed to have known him.
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Cathy (Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was a wonderful man. He was so good to Tommy when he was sick. He always smiled and was so kind when you saw him. Sweet friend. He will be missed.
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Jamie (Nurse, co-worker and friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
I just can’t say enough about Randy. He taught me so much about devices, especially being Dr. Arci’s nurse. He taught me about Arci (LOL). He was so pleasant and positive all the time. I have so many stories, but I know Randy did call me his Angel. He may have called others Angel, but I was an Angel to him.
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Daphne (Former church member) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
We remember enjoying and sharing life with you and Randy and your family during our Bellview days together. He had such a wonderful testimony.
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Angel (Cath Lab Nurse) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
He was a prince of a man and will be greatly missed.
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Samy and Lisa (Small group members and friends) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was such a kind, humble man. We always enjoyed his teaching and spiritual wisdom!
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Michael Co-worker posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
I worked with Randy all 14 years I was in Birmingham. He was a really, really great guy. Patient…and we worked through some really weird hours and hard cases. I’ll never forget the one time I got him mad enough to kick a box of stylettes across the lab…we all stopped dead in our tracks! So many good memories. We need more like him. He will be sorely missed.
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Hasan Guven (Physician and friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was one of the kindest people I have ever met. I don’t think that I saw him without his gentle smile and I know that he is continuing to smile down on us from Heaven.
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Jada (Co-worker and friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
My strongest memory of working with Randy is a sense of being safe, protected and supported. He allowed me to learn and grow professionally without fear of making mistakes or asking stupid questions. He had endless patience for every single person he interacted with in the course of a day, from busy healthcare professionals, to grumpy (hungry) patients, to nervous new reps. He never complained.
I was fortunate to work with Randy almost daily during the last two years of his career, which were my first two years in this field. In outline of work, it’s like being in the trenches together. The situation on the ground changes rapidly and without warning. Randy taught me how to prepare for the unexpected, roll with the punches, and remain calm, or at least to project a sense of calm. I ask myself all of the time how Randy would handle a stressful situation and feel instantly calmer. He was incredibly generous and patient about sharing his experience and expertise.
It was impossible to walk down the hall with Randy without at least one person—and usually more—stopping to talk with him because he had made a positive impact on them at some point. This taught me that the way we conduct ourself has the ability to either make the days of the people around us better or worse. Especially when it comes to patients, Randy has taught me to slow down, take the time to listen carefully and answer questions thoughtfully which makes a potentially frightening experience a lot better.
Kind, pure, quietly funny, reassuring, patient, calm, generous, protective, supportive, genuine, intelligent, work dad, loving, humble, selfless are simple words that describe an incredibly talented man.
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William MacLean (Physician and friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was a good friend and wonderful support person over many years of cardiovascular care. He always did a first class job. So sad. Will miss him.
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Noah (Grandson) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Well for me, Papa was not just a grandfather, but also a father to me. He would be there for me when I needed someone to talk to. But the best memory I think of is when we would watch the show “Thomas the Tank Engine”. We would have this fun conversation where Papa would always start with “Thomas is Blue, or Purple” and I would always reply back. It’s sad to see him go, but I know he will be in mine and our family’s hearts for our entire lives.
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Carlos (Coworker and Friend) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Randy was my second Father. Anytime I had a problem I could call him for anything. He helped me with work, photography, etc. He was a good person and a great father. He always talked about his wife, Wanda and said how much he loved her and his family. When he used to say that, I said how about me? (LOL). He would tell me he loved me too!
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James & Tonya Daugherty posted a condolence
Friday, December 30, 2022
Having Randy and Wanda as our neighbors is a blessing to our neighborhood, Knowing he was in the medical field, My anxiety was relieved when I was in the hospital for heart issues and there before me unexpectedly was Randy, My wonderful always smiling neighbor, easing my worries and giving me comfort, I will surely miss seeing and waving at him daily as he drives by, Our thoughts and prayers are with Wanda and their family, We look forward to reuniting in Gods Kingdom.
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Wanda Stephens uploaded photo(s)
Friday, December 30, 2022
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In the past few weeks since December 8, 2022 I have reflected deeply on the events of the past 12 years and the journey that brought us to the date and time when God chose to take Randy home to be in the presence of his Lord Jesus. Randy and I shared many life events during our 46-year marriage including the birth of our two amazing children, Haley and Evan; our two precious grandchildren, Abigail and Noah. We celebrated in a big way Evan’s marriage to Kelsey and have adopted her into our fold. Family was so important to Randy and he gave of himself selflessly to love, protect and provide for them. Christmas time was his favorite time of year and he became a child all over again and gave us great memories we will cherish for a lifetime. Photography became his favorite hobby and our treasure. He was a skilled, compassionate, insightful caregiver to every patient who had the privilege of meeting him. He loved his work in a way that went well beyond just a strong work ethic, but extended to friendships and team building with his co-workers. These are some of the things that revealed his true character in life.
I had the great honor of being his wife of 46 years, a lifetime of maturing in the faith together, creating a home for our family, and preparing for a care-free retirement. During those years, we never imagined his health would become such that our entire trajectory would change in a moment. August 12, 2011 was that day when our direction, plans, and future would take a different course. We both made a commitment to each other that no matter what adversity we encountered, we would stand firm in our faith, we would strive to be a living testimony to those who were watching our every move just to see how we responded to the next challenge. During those years, God raised him up many times, allowed him to exceed every milestone even his physicians could not explain, and oh so mercifully prepared us for his ultimate death. I do not have adequate words to express how close our Lord has been, the hours of prayer from our treasured prayer warriors that have been prayed, and so much more that has made this journey less challenging. We have been encouraged by the simple things, yet miraculous things God has placed in our path, the instruments of faith through medicine, doctors, and procedures that sustained him, surviving and even thriving in situations that he humanly should not.
Many times over the years I was asked; “How do you remain positive?” Open-ended questions are something you learn in the legal profession to never ask a defendant….a simple yes or no will suffice. In this instance, there is no simple yes or no. God did miraculous things in Randy’s life and I along with others were witness to his grace at work. We give God all the glory and praise and honor for what he accomplished during our journey of faith.
I’ve journaled many happy times, and also those times when we didn’t know what the outcome would be or if he would be alive the next day.
Of the many things Randy loved and enjoyed in this life, our mountain trips were always a bundle of blessings. We went as a couple, we took the grandkids and made family trips. It was our go-to vacation spot; a simple place, but so renewing to see God’s majestic nature every morning all around you and marvel at his creation. We made one last trip before he became so ill and couldn’t travel in May of 2022. This Mountaintop Adventure was nothing short of miraculous, given his mobility limitations and health issues. So, please indulge me as I share my journal notes for that 4-day trip, our Mountain-top Testimony:
“We have had a recent season of setbacks with many more over the past 12 years. During these times, there develops a new set point resulting in a new normal. Yet, we are reminded through scripture to remain faithful even during pain and suffering, even though we cannot understand or be sure of what tomorrow holds. We are commanded to remain obedient. Why is this so important? Because it is in these times—in and through obedience—that God loves and chooses to work for his glory. Our great God gives hope eternal and peace that exceeds all understanding. Sure, He alone is Sovereign and can do all things with or without us…yet, he chooses to work through his people so that others may be encouraged and He is glorified.
I am thrilled to report once again that Randy has been raised up to walk in righteousness. We are amazed at what God has shown us just this week. For some time, we’ve had our yearly mountain vacation planned and reserved, with the looming possibility he would be unable to tolerate the drive or stay the week without immediate access to his physicians. Last Friday he agreed with my urging that he could do this and we would make every attempt. Packed for every possibility and car fully loaded, we left Monday morning for our favorite spot in the Appalachian Mountains. While I was fearful the further we drove, my fear was soon replaced with anticipation and excitement for what opportunities the week might hold and not the challenges I had earlier obsessed over.
When we arrived, we thanked God for traveling mercy and prayed for divine appointments to share the gospel. The first night, we met a young man named Blake, who was our server. He introduced himself as a ‘reformed man’. What a testimony he had and freely shared at our table. We prayed with him and left with full tummies and overflowing hearts, encouraged at what the next day would hold. The photo I took of Randy atop Clingman’s Dome, a 5046 foot drive upward, says much about his determination and joy at reaching this finish line. When we reached the top, we were surrounded by magnificent mountain peaks, covered in lush green foliage and rock formations that were perfectly nestled against their base. This foundation was such a majestic display that it would be difficult for even the talented and gifted artist to capture on canvas. I walked closely behind Randy, who was without his cane; instead, he had his camera in hand clicking continuously, capturing the great and marvelous beauty of God’s undisturbed creation. As I took it all in, I could not help but think that when Jesus slipped away to pray, he often went “up to the mountain.” We felt that we were walking on holy ground and God had empowered us to do so.
Later, I sat down on a nearby rock and wept for what God did in that moment in time and for what He continues to do through Randy’s life and disease process.
Our God remains faithful to us, but also to any believer who listens to his voice and responds in obedience. For this season and for some reason that we may never fully know, God is choosing to raise Randy up for his purpose and glory. We are in no way special or significant. Yet, we have been given the privilege of witnessing God’s power at work and receiving his extravagant grace and mercy.
We are thanking our dear friends and prayer warriors for their dedicated prayers on our behalf. God listens and is blessing.”
As I re-read this, I am reminded this is only one of many times that God did choose to raise Randy up in power and strength. What a mighty God we serve!
I pray that through Randy’s death, those who have been a part of this long journey will realize that while we aren’t promised a life without struggle, we are promised an abundant life in Christ. He is our only Hope and is the true giver of Life Eternal.
Randy and I discussed death as much as life on many occasions, and without question, we both understood God uses ALL things for our good and His glory! As the Apostle Paul reminds us; “to live is Christ and to die is gain.” And so, I live in Hope for the day when I will see my Lord face to face and reunite with Randy, my Mom and Dad, and many more who have gone before us.
“But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.” Micah 7:7
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Haley Stephens lit a candle
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
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I miss you and love you forever Dad
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Mark & Tammie Duffie lit a candle
Saturday, December 10, 2022
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Jesse Stephens
Friday, December 9, 2022
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Friday, December 9, 2022
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