Gertrude Stephens, 90, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at Hospice House of Savannah. She was a native of Jacksonville, FL, but lived in Savannah for the past 80 years. She was a member of St. Phillip A.M. E. Church. She leaves to cherish her memories: four sons, Jack O. Stephens of Savannah, GA, Robert Stephens (Earline) of Savannah, GA; Samuel Stephens, of Hinesville, GA; and Horace R. Stephens (Jennifer) of Springfield, GA; one daughter, Ann S. Brown (Eugene) of Savannah, GA; sister, Carrie B. Edward of Savannah, GA; eighteen grandchildren; thirty three great grandchildren; one great great grand; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services for Gertrude Stephens will be held 12:00 pm Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at Second Evergreen Baptist, 667 E. Duffy Street. Interment: Laurel Grove South, Savannah, GA. Reposing at the church from 10:00 a.m. until hour of service.