Memorial
R.J. Stephan, 87, died November 15, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids. He was born in Cedar Rapids on August 19, 1931, to Joseph and Mildred (Babbitt) Stephan.
R.J. attended Notre Dame University before enlisting in the Air Force. He was stationed at Bentwaters Air Force Base outside of London, England. He served 4 years as a radar mechanic, and pitched for the Air Force baseball team. Upon his return he met and married the love of his life Pat Yount, and began working at Iowa Midland Supply, later purchasing the business. He retired in 2000, and spent his time traveling, fishing, and attending his grandkids sporting events.
R.J. is survived by his wife of 60 years Pat; children, Craig (Sheila), Connie (Dave) Kielty, Brian (Carrie), Laurie (Mike) Collins; grandchildren, David (Katie), Cameron (Kerri), Robbie (Laura), Matthew (Sarah), Nicholas, Alison (Joe), Van, Louis, and Courtney; great-grandchildren, Ben, Cora, Joey, and Ava. R.J. was preceded in death by his parents, and sister Sheryl.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 20 from 4:00-7:00 pm with a vigil at 4:00 pm at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home, 4200 1st Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids. A memorial mass will be held on Wednesday November 21 at 10:00 am at All Saints Catholic Church, 720 29th St SE, Cedar Rapids, burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to All Saints Catholic Church or the Mercy Hospital Foundation in R.J.’s name.