Stephen Alexander Belden

From a young age, Stephen captured the attention of those around him with his quick wit and infectious sense of humor. He channeled this into a love of theater, where his flair for the dramatic left those around him unable to turn away.

Though he was a private man, he had a deep love for animals and often found himself befriending pets and strays alike that otherwise never engaged with strangers. And just like animals, children found him endearing and brought out his personality in ways most others could not. Those lucky enough to see his light felt its warmth and knew it was a privilege to witness it when it shined. Later in life, Stephen spent most of his adult years traveling and sharing it with the woman he loved, Rebecca Reid.

Stephen is predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Peter Craig Withers, Sr and Sonya Sells Withers. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Diane Belden; his sister, Jessica Vennard and her husband, David Vennard, and their child, Sadie Vennard; grandparents David and Lois Belden; aunt Julianne Withers; uncle Grant Belden and Grant's children, Alexandra Belden and Jack Belden.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local animal shelter or local high school theatre group.