Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
James W. Stephens, age 69, of Oshkosh, died Sunday, May 1, 2016, at home. He was born August 15, 1946, in Ossining, New York to the late Harold and Mildred (Smith) Stephens.
Jim served his country in the U.S. Army as an Airborne Paratrooper, where he received commendation as a sharpshooter. On December 20, 1991, he married Karen Rose (Weidner/Larsen) in Oshkosh. Jim's career began in a retail yard in 1972 on Cape Cod. Since then he has experienced wholesale distribution, manufacturing, and incorporated Bentley Sales & Marketing in May on 1999. Jim takes personal pride in the team he has assembled and considers them part of his extended family. He founded the agency based on his personal philosophies of Credibility, Integrity, and a Strong Work Ethic. Jim will still be overseeing operations, but from a better viewpoint.
He was a member of the Daugherty-Hamilton American Legion Post 234 in Omro and Ridgeway Country Club.
Jim is survived by his wife, Karen Rose Stephens, of Oshkosh; children, Dawn Marie Stephens, of Virginia; Dennis (Victoria) Larsen, of Omro; Dana (Luke) Mosling, of Madison; grandchildren, Vaughan Larsen, of Milwaukee; Noah Larsen, Madelyn Larsen, Delilah Larsen, all of Omro; Logan Mosling, Rose Mosling, both of Madison; Addison Larsen, Aaliyah Larsen, both of Omro; a brother-in-law, Tom Noon; his best "furry" friend, Maggie Mae; and many loved nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, Jim was also preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Noon.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Friday, May 6, 2016, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Mueller Funeral Home 904 E. Main St. Winneconne and will continue on Saturday, May 7 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Chaplain Kerry Kelley officiating. Burial and military rites will follow in Lake View Memorial Park, Oshkosh.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
"I am sure you all know; Jim really, really, really, loves golf."
Holly Bucciareli wrote on May 18, 2016
Karen, I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayer are with you during this difficult time.
Mark Willey wrote on May 6, 2016
Jim was one of the kindest people I have ever known. Always a true gentleman and professional. We will all miss him.
Darrell & Linda McFarland wrote on May 6, 2016
Jim will definitely be missed. May God enfold your family in His tender, loving care and give you strength to match the days ahead.
Bernie Ferrari wrote on May 5, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family and friends. He was a true gentleman and an industry icon.
Ginny & Tom Taggart wrote on May 4, 2016
We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great cousin. He will be missed by all who knew him. RIP Jim
Nancy Shannon wrote on May 4, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Jim you are in my thoughts and prayers
Larry and Laura Harvey wrote on May 4, 2016
We are deeply saddened to learn of Jim's passing. He was a true gentlemen and will be missed dearly. Our thoughts, prayers and love to Karen, Dawn, and all of his family. May the angels lead you in to the gates of heaven, Jim.
Larry Luckjohn wrote on May 4, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to the family!
Rick Koch wrote on May 4, 2016
So sorry to here of Jim's passing. Golfed with Jim in the Omro Monday A M league. Jim was one of the nicest guy I've every met.Going to miss you Jim.
Mike Barry wrote on May 4, 2016
Thoughts and prayers go out to family and extended work family. Jim is a man with great integrity and a true gentleman. He will be missed.
Bob DeVita wrote on May 4, 2016
Jim was true gentleman, always professional and admired by all. My condolences to Jims family.
Mary Ellen and John Bride wrote on May 4, 2016
We're so sorry for the loss of a wonderful cousin.He was a kind and generous man,and will deeply missed.Our thoughts are with his family.
David and Kathleen Stephens wrote on May 4, 2016
Jimmy and family, our prayers and thoughts are will you all. Jimmy is now at peace with all his family in heaven..... love.
Sharon & Jack Andrews wrote on May 3, 2016
So saddened, so many memories of long ago. You are now at peace.
Lynda Stephens wrote on May 3, 2016
We'll miss you, cousin Jim. You were "the best."
RIP
Lynda Stephens
Mike Catalina wrote on May 3, 2016
Wow, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great industry veteran and a man of real integrity. He will be missed.
Bev Larsen wrote on May 3, 2016
I am so very heartbroken at the loss of Uncle Jim. He will most definitely be missed. I will forever remember his smile and his genuinely kind heart. I love you, Uncle Jim!!
scott wilcox wrote on May 3, 2016
Jim will be missed by all who knew him in the industry. He was simply a wonderful human being. my condolences to the family.
Dale Reutter wrote on May 3, 2016
Jim , was one of kind. I treasure the time Jim and I were able to work together at WM Coffman . Our deepest sympathy are with the Stephens family and the extended work family of Bentley Sales. Our industry has lost a legend but his memory will live forever.
Chris French wrote on May 3, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family and friends. He was a "Prince of a Man" that will be missed.
Brieant & Edna Stephens wrote on May 2, 2016
We will miss you, RIP cousin Jim.