Elva Lee Stephens, 85, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Mountain View, Arkansas. She was born in Stone County, Arkansas on May 21, 1940, to the late Henry Hayden Shannon and Carol Roberta Daniel Shannon.
Elva Lee was a faithful member of the Southern Baptist faith, and her relationship with Jesus Christ was the guiding foundation of her life. She lived her faith with quiet strength, humility, and a compassionate heart that touched everyone she met.
Warm, loving, nurturing, and welcoming, Elva had a unique gift for making others feel valued and at home. Her gentle nature and kind spirit left lasting impressions on countless lives.
Elva raised two children as a single mother, devoting herself wholeheartedly to their upbringing and well-being. Her unwavering love, sacrifices, and dedication shaped their lives and stand as one of her greatest legacies.
In her younger years, Elva found joy in the outdoors. She loved taking her children camping and fishing, and she cherished any time spent surrounded by nature. Gardening brought her peace, and simply being outside was one of life’s greatest pleasures for her.
Elva Lee is survived by her daughter, Rosanna Stephens of Mountain View; son, Eugene Stephens of Mountain View; brother, Conrad Shannon of Mountain View; nephews, nieces, cousins and a host of family and friends.
Elva Lee is preceded in death by her parents, Henry Hayden and Carol Roberta Shannon; infant sister, Sharon Rose Shannon; brother, Hayden Wallace Shannon.
A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.
