Carl Woodrow Stevens Jr. | Obituaries

Carl Stevens, 77, of Laurel passed away peacefully on Jan. 18, 2024. He was a resident of the Mississippi Veterans Home in Collins.

Born on Dec. 9, 1946, in Laurel, Carl graduated from Ellisville High School in 1965. He received an Associate of Arts degree from JCJC in 1967. He proudly served his country in the United States Army.

Carl was a member of the Congregational Methodist Church. He was a very talented athlete, excelling in football, basketball and track. He enjoyed outdoor activities.

He was preceded in death by his parents Carl Woodrow Stevens Sr. and Eloise Sommers Stevens; and brother Ronnie Stevens.

Survivors include brothers Bruce (Florence), Bobby and Allen (Diane); sister-in-law Joan Stevens; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be Monday, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. at the Florence Cemetery in Sandersville.

Rev. Jimmy Holder will officiate.

To sign the online guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

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