Ernest Stevens, Sr., 72, of Phoenix Street, husband of Katherine Talbert Stevens, was called Home on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Self Regional Medical Center.

Born in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Ed and Edith Williams Stevens. Ernest was educated at Brewer High School then moved his wife and baby boy to Washington, DC. He was a truck driver for 29 years hauling up and down the east coast. Ernest and Katherine returned to Greenwood in 1993 to care for their elderly family. He worked in health care for many years where he was employed with Magnolia Manor and Self Regional Medical Center. In his free time, he volunteered for Greenwood Soup Kitchen and was the comedian of the family where he made everyone laugh. Ernest enjoyed fishing, helping others and loved cats and they loved him also. "Runt" was always up for a good party and good time while listening to Frankie Beverly and Maze.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 52 years of the home; a son, Ernest Stevens, Jr. (Olivia) of Maryland; a sister, Betty Dorn (Calvin): a brother, Johnny Stevens, both of Greenwood; two grandchildren, Robin Stevens and Jaleel Stevens; and a special cousin, Carolyn Gray of Washington, DC.


A celebration of life will be held at 1 pm on Saturday at the Harley Family Center. All in attendance are asked to wear mask.

The family will receive friends following the service.

Memorials in memory of Ernest may be made to Greenwood Soup Kitchen Ministry, 929 Phoenix Street, Greenwood, SC 29646.