Todd loved math and was the owner of a Math Tutoring Company. He also loved music, singing, playing the guitar and played the piano by ear. He was a volunteer firefighter, loved listening to Elvis music and was a graduate of Ole Miss. Todd was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Nola Stephan and Delpha and Edward Effert.
He is survived by his wife, Julienne Clark Stephan of Little Rock; one daughter, Sydney Stephan of Bruce, MS; one son, Noah Stephan of Little Rock; his parents, Don and Nancy Effert Stephan of Monticello; three sisters, Michelle Stephan and partner Christine Robinson of Charlotte, NC, Melanie Busby and husband Lee of Monticello, and Meagan Disotell and husband Nathan of Benton; and his grandmother Ann Marie Effert of La Mirado, CA.
Funeral service will be 11:00 A.M. Friday at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home Chapel with visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 8:00 P.M. Memorials may be made to AR Childrens Hospital 800 Marshall St, Slot 661, Little Rock, AR 72202. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(34)
Pam Strojny
Carlsbad, CA Tuesday, April 14, 2015 Don & Nanc, I'm sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Find strength in God, your family and good friends. You will be with him again, he's only gone from your sight.Gail Kizer
Dermott, AR Tuesday, April 14, 2015 Nancy, Please accept my condolences on the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family.Sandy Ballentine Gavin
Warren, AR Thursday, April 9, 2015 Julienne, we were so sorry to hear about Todd. I remember when you were dating and he would come to Calvary Church with you. Our prayers will be for comfort and healing for you and your family.Sam & Brenda Mercer
Rison, AR Wednesday, April 8, 2015 Julienne & Family, so sorry to here about Todd. Please know that you are in my prayers & we love you all very much.Debbie Gilstrap
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, April 8, 2015 Todd, it broke my heart to lose you my dear friend, but you didn't go alone, part of me went with you the day God called you home.Your Pizza Buddy
Katie Amos
Fountain Hill, AR Tuesday, April 7, 2015 I am so sorry for your loss. Todd was such a great person and friend. He had such a great sense of humor and kept us laughing when we were around him. We always knew he would be a friend forever no matter how long it had been since we've seem him. My heart is broken for his family and children. He will truly be missed. We we blessed to know him.Marsha Daniels
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 4, 2015 Don & Nancy,We are so sorry for your loss and regret that obligations and upcoming trip kept us from expressing our sympathy to you in person. Have been thinking of you and all your family and remembering you in prayer.
Marsha & Bill Daniels
Robert Baker
LA, CA Saturday, April 4, 2015 I grew up with Todd in Oak Hill Community, Pontotoc,MS God Bless your family you have left behind....Shelia
Pontotoc, MS Friday, April 3, 2015 Todd did his student teaching with me in junior high math. His love for math was always shining. Loved him and remember all the great learning experiences that he gave the students. Love to the family. Shelia OwenBarbara Benton
Warren, AR Friday, April 3, 2015 Nancy, I am so sorry about the passing of your son. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.Rushelle Bowles Hudson
Oxford, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 Todd was a good man and a kind friend. The kind there are few of these days. My prayers are with his family he leaves behind . I do not say goodbye but I will see you again in time old friend. PHS class of 1985.Jason Eakin
Maumelle, AR Thursday, April 2, 2015 Julienne,I am so sorry for your loss and you and your family are in my prayers during this truly difficult time.
Jason Eakin
Kari Litton Robertson
Knoxville, TN Thursday, April 2, 2015 I am so sorry. I have such fond memories of Todd. I love this whole family dearly. You all were my second family growing up. Please know I am praying for you allRenea Leachman
Bruce, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 I am sorry about Todd. Your family is in our prayers. I'm Caylee Leachman's mom. She came to Ark with Sydney a few years ago. I lost Caylee in a wreck on February 28. I know this is very hard on Sydney to first lose a best friend and then in little over a month to lose her dad. just know that we are praying for you.Pat Haney
Pontotoc, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 Wonderful memories we have of Todd from childhood onWilson St., scouts, to deep sea fishing to a proud papa and grown man. He will forever be a part of the family and in our memories.
Terry Rackley
Pontotoc, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 So sorry for your loss.Todd and I graduated together.Your family will be in my prayers.John 3:16Burt Haney
Pontotoc, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 Thought of him as another son even though he belonged to Don and Nancy. We will always remember the good times. Miss him already.Debra Smith
Pittsboro, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 My heart goes out to Todd's wife, family, and friends. Misty, Todd's former wife has been my best friend for 27 years and I got to know Todd when they were married. I was there when they brought their beautiful daughter Sydney into the world. I loved Todd as you couldn't help but love him. Again I send my condolences to his wife, son, and family. He will be missed. Until we meet again.Valerie Moran
Hoffman Estates, IL Thursday, April 2, 2015 You are all in my heart and my prayers.James & Diane Eme
Vista, CA Thursday, April 2, 2015 We will always remember the good times when Jim and I brought the family 1st to Mississippi then to Arkansas for those big family get together' s. We will miss your presence at all future gatherings. Todd and family are in our prayers.RIP - Todd
Mitch Huskison
Waynesville, NC Thursday, April 2, 2015 I am very sorry for your loss.Bruce Brown
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 2, 2015 So sorry for your loss. You have my prayers.Boyd Haney & Family
Pontotoc, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 We are deeply saddened by Todd's passing and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. I've thought a lot about Todd since learning of his passing and in every memory Todd is always smiling,,,, I'll miss him.Lynne Jones
Tupelo, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 I attend St. Christopher Catholic Church in Pontotoc, MS. I did not know Todd personally but have met his parents. I also sat regularly by his grandparents when they were able to attend church services until their move to be closer to family and their subsequent passing. His grandparents were so very proud of their grandchildren. I still have one of Ms. Nola's cookie recipes which I treasure. I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for comfort and peace for each of you during this time.Billie Curbow
Madison, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 Not only was Todd one of my favorite students, he was the 'flag boy' for me when I drove a school bus for many years. Later, I saw him when he was student teaching & we kept in touch for a long time. He was so thrilled when Noah was born & was so proud of his beautiful daughter. He loved them both so very much. He was a special man & will be missed by all who knew him~ his family, his friends & especially by me.Monica Lamelas
Fulton, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 Lifting you and your family in prayers. Love you. Lou, Monica and SeanSam/Ginger Yarbrough
Pontotoc, MS Thursday, April 2, 2015 We are so sorry for you loss and will be remembering you in our prayers.Patty Young
McGehee, AR Thursday, April 2, 2015 I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers for each of you during this difficult time. May God give you strength.Anita McCraw May
Pontotoc, MS Wednesday, April 1, 2015 My prayers are with Todd's Family. I am so thankful in being able to know Todd. He was a very intelligent young man. I am very proud of the young man he became. Love you Todd. I miss having devotions with you when you drove the college bus. I knew you were a very special person. I will treasure knowing you in my heart. Love Anita Mccraw May.Patsy Rackley
Pontotoc, MS Wednesday, April 1, 2015 So Sorry to hear about Todd's death. He graduated from Pontotoc High School with my daughter.Delois and Kevin Kitchens
Warren, AR Wednesday, April 1, 2015 Juliann and family we are so sorry about Todd. We will be in prayer for you during this time. Love, Delois, Kevin and JJKelly Barton
Pensacola, FL Wednesday, April 1, 2015 I met Todd at Oak Hill Baptist church many years ago. He was always one of the nicest and sweetest individuals I have ever known. He was a great and much loved friend to so many. I am deeply sorry for the loss to each of his loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.PAT SAVAGE MONTGOMERY
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 1, 2015 So very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 1, 2015 Melanie, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. My heartfelt sympathy is extended to your mom & dad and your entire family.