Darren

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IN LOVING MEMORY

Darren Blair Stephens

Jun 22 1969 - Jul 05 2023

Darren Blair Stephens of McKinney, Texas passed away July 5, 2023 at the age of 54.  He was born on June 22, 1969 to Curtis Stephens and Annabeth (Deffebach) Stephens in Rochester, New York.  Darren was a 1987 graduate of Melbourne High School.  He married Colleen Turcotte on January 14, 1996 in Melbourne Beach, Florida.  Darren worked for Neiman Marcus for over 21 years as a Staff Engineer, Technical Services, BAU Oversight, Collaboration, you name it, he was a part of it. He was known as Mr. Fix-it in all areas of his life, a Jack of all Trades to those who knew him. Darren made sure to always resolve any issue that arose. In his free time, he was a boat captain and was happiest on the water.  Darren was part of the “Rocking Dock 16” and loved his lake family.  Darren enjoyed collecting, listening to music especially The Pon-Tuners.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.  Darren will be missed dearly by those who knew and loved him. He made sure to let everyone he met know how much he cared and support them.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Colleen Stephens of McKinney, Texas; daughter, Dr. Desiree’ Stephens and husband, Edward Gama of Celina, Texas; granddaughter, Devin Gama; parents, Curtis and Annabeth Stephens of Naples, Florida; brother, Derek Stephens of McKinney, Texas; nephew, Kade Stephens; and a host of other loving family and friends.

Darren was preceded in death by his uncle, Jim Stephens.

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