George Curtis Stephens' Obituary
George Curtis Stephens, aged 81, went to be with the Lord on April 7th, 2025, in Kaufman, Texas. Born on December 5th, 1943, in DeRidder, Louisiana, he spent his remaining childhood years in the surrounding parishes of Louisiana.
For the next 20 years, he spent his time in the rodeo arena, where he enjoyed a long and exciting career as a rodeo clown. His courage and love for the rodeo provided him the opportunity to protect the cowboys and entertain the crowds. After the rodeo circuit, he continued to entertain as a rodeo clown for children’s birthdays, family and friend get-togethers. During the holiday season, he embraced the role of Santa Clause, delighting children and spreading cheer within his community. It is always said “he never met a stranger or forgot the name of anyone he met”.
He was preceded in death by his mother Frances Alma Shell, Elmer Vigil Stephens and brother Frank Norris Hensley
George is survived by his loving wife, Patsy Stephens, who was by his side for 44 years. Other family members include nephew Dennis McFatter; stepchildren; Teresa Brinkley, Tammye Lorang, Don Patrick Morgan and Daniel Morgan; grandchildren Heather Brinkley Derek Britain, Scott Brinkley, Taylor Nowak, Macey Adams, Taylor Allen, Jake Nowak, Kacey Morgan and 10 great grandchildren.
A “Celebration of Life” will be held at his favorite spot, Alcapucos, in Desoto, Texas on April 19th from 10:30am-12:00pm. This will be a time to remember and celebrate his life, not to mourn his passing.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 19th, at 1:00 PM, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 PM, at Restland Funeral Home in the Wildwood Chapel, located at 13005 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75243.
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