jack stevens
Jack Stevens, 82, of Weirton, WV passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, in the comfort of his home. His loving family was at his side. Jack and his twin sister were born on November 7, 1937, in Middlebourne, WV to Charles and Virginia Rush Stevens. They were two of ten children born to the Stevens family. When Jack was around ten years old his family moved from Middlebourne, WV to Weirton WV so Jack’s father could work at Weirton Steel. Jack’s family lived in Haller Park section of Weirton and Jack attended School in Colliers, WV, prior to his employment at Weirton Steel. While working at the mill, Jack and his friend Jim went to see a movie at the Cove Theatre on Halloween Night 1955. This is where he sat next to young Carla Hesse. They dated, fell in love, he joined the United States Marines Corps, and they were married in less than a year on September 29, 1956. Carla moved to be with Jack in Jacksonville, FL, and then to Cherry Point, NC before eventually moving back to Weirton for Jack to continue his career at Weirton Steel. Jack worked at Weirton Steel for 38 years where he was an inspector on the number four galvanized line in the Sheet Mill and a Union Stewart for 3 years. His wife Carla took care of their home. In their 63 plus years of marriage, they were blessed with five children, twelve grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Jack loved the outdoors especially spending time at his cabin in Tyler County. He cherished the time he spent there riding his quad, hunting with his hunting dogs, and fishing on Muddy Creek. He also enjoyed golfing and playing corn hole. But nothing compared to the time Jack got to spend with his family. He loved going to his grandchildren’s sporting events, playing euchre and pinochle with his wife and kids, or just sitting around the house telling stories or sharing ornery jokes. He was a great storyteller and loved making others laugh. Most of all, Jack will be remembered as an all-around great family guy who was always willing to give to others. He was fun to be with. Jack was a member of the Weirton Heights Memorial Baptist Church and the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his brothers, Virgil, Ray, Norman Charles and Leslie Stevens, and his sisters, Pearl Wade and Eunice Stevens. Jack will be remembered with love by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Carla Hesse Stevens, his son, Brad (Jodi Heupp) Stevens of New Cumberland, WV; his four daughters, Marjorie (Max) Bernal of Pueblo, CO, Lisa (Gregory) Ciotti, Connie and Jennifer Stevens all of Weirton, WV; his twin sister, Joann McSwegin; his brother, Ronald (Linda) Stevens; hid twelve grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren; and his two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Monday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV, where funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Tuesday. Rev. William Stout will preside. Interment will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Weirton, WV. Due to COVID 19 the family will not be having a funeral repast luncheon following the burial at the cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice 10686 State Route 150 Rayland, OH 43943 www.valleyhospice.org Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com 304 748 3219, Masks are required while visiting the funeral home.

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  1. Sending our deepest condolences to Carla and the whole family, and remembering Jack’s sparkling smile… Our thoughts and prayers are with you

  2. To Jenn, Gabbi, and Zoe. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and all of Mr, Stevens family during this difficult time. Im here when you need me.

  3. Our family will deeply miss Uncle Jack , we have so many fond memories, one he took the time to video our entire wedding reception for us as a keepsake, he brought the corn hole boards to our daughter Shelby’s graduation party at our Memorial Baptist Church hall, here I can clearly see him in attendance with Carla at his side for many years , and when our son Jacob went to hoopie he made sure the guys had hot dogs and took them on a very long quad ride showing them the beauty of the woods , Rest Peacefully we will keep the memories, thanks Uncle Jack

  4. Carla and family, Betty and I are saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. May he Rest In Peace.

  5. My Mom, Ruth VanCamp, McGaughey was from Middlebourne. Her Mother was Merle Ina Neff. My Mom also mentioned Muddy Creek many times when she told me stories of her childhood. I bet she knew Jack. She was born there in 1933. So sorry for your loss. Judy Bramhall

  6. May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Jack Stevens, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Marine Veteran, Jack Stevens, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

  7. Dear Stevens family, Mr. Jack Stevens and my father, the late Mr. Jack Kearns, were young friends in Middlebourne. I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Stevens several years back, and he shared some of those memories. Our family was blessed by him. May God bring peace and comfort to you.

  8. RIP old friend. I worked several years with Jack in the sheet mill. Very dedicated and loyal… as a union steward he always looked out for his peers and represented them well. One of the Sheet Mills finest!

  9. Carla and family, We were sorry to learn of Jack’s passing. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time. You have our sympathy. Mark and Barbara Trushel

  10. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  11. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

  12. I just wanted to extend my sympathies to the family of Jack Stevens. I worked closely with Jack in the Sheet Mill, as a Galvanize Production Clerk. I liked working with him. Thoughts and Prayers to all of you. God Bless

  13. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.


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