In Memory
Claudia Mae Stephens, 65, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023 at Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, Utah. She was surrounded by her loving children. Claudia faced health complications resulting from Gastric Bypass Surgery in 2008, which led to the formation of scar tissue and an inoperable digestive system making it difficult for her body to receive nutrients.
Claudia is survived by her five biological children: Tangi (Bryan) Perry, Toni (Dave) Gilbert, Jonathan Charles(Danielle) Richards, Austin Earl Migliori, and Ashley Rae (Zach) White. She is also survived by her three step children: Carl Lyn (LaNae) Richards, Teresa Carter, Jeffrey Glenn (Kristi) Richards. Claudia was also lucky to help raise her niece: Monteria (Terry) Rusby, kids Samuel and Ella. Additionally, Claudia leaves behind twelve cherished grandchildren: Shakell, Ashlyn, Seth, Kanyon, Kennedy, Aiden, Addison, Hannah, Zane, Maddilynn, Stetson, and Chloe Mae.
Claudia was predeceased by her parents, Samuel Ashley Clark Sr. and Joyce Carolyn Clark as well as her three brothers Lamar, Samuel Junior, and Tommy Jo.
Described as a very outgoing individual, Claudia loved spending time with friends and neighbors. She was known as “Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows by some of her close friends. Claudia’s greatest accomplishment in life was her children, whom she loved unconditionally. Spending time with her family and friends meant the world to her. She had a passion for dancing, reading and writing. Claudia had a deep connection with God and found solace in reading the scriptures, which provided her strength during difficult times. She followed Jeffrey R Holland of the Twelve Apostles on Facebook because his messages resonated with her. Her favorite quote from him was. DON’T YOU QUIT. You keeping walking, you keep trying. There is help and happiness ahead. Some blessings come soon, some come late, some don’t come until heaven. But for those who embrace the gospel of Jesus Christ they come. It will be alright in the end. Trust God and believe in good things to come. Mom we love you and we will keep walking until we meet again.
Claudia will be celebrated at Logan River 5th ward on Saturday September 16, 2023. 993 W 1000 S, Logan, Utah 84321.
The viewing will take place from 10-11 am with a funeral beginning at 11:30 am.
Burial following the Funeral at Spanish Fork Cemetery for immediate family at 420 S 400 E, Spanish Fork, Utah 84660.
Claudia Mae Stephens will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all those whose lives she touched. May her soul rest in peace.
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