Age 93, of Birmingham, AL passed away on Saturday November 14, 2020. He was a 1944 graduate of St. Paul's high school (presently John Carroll Catholic High School), and attended night school at what is now UAB (in the old Phillips High School building), studying business. George was a lifelong member of St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church. He owned and operated Stephen's grocery on the southside until 1970. George then went on to work for Alabama Beverage Control until his retirement in 1990. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sa’eed and Minnie Stephen; his sister, Ann S. Stephen; brothers, Richard S.(Ellen) and Joseph S. Stephen, and his niece Lisa S. Farmer. He is survived by his nephew who was more like a son, Sidney F. Stephen, a niece, Donna S. Reinaker, nephews, Dr. Richard S. (Donna)Stephen, Christopher L. Stephen and Dr. Paul S. (Jill) Stephen; and many great nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces & nephews. Visitation will be held on Saturday November 21, 2020, from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM, followed by the funeral mass at 10:00 AM. The internment will follow at the St. Elias Columbarium. All services will be held at St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church, 836 8th street south. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church. May he rest in God’s peace. All Covid-19 Guidelines will be followed.
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