Andrew Stephens

Andrew Michael Stephens, 33, passed away July 23, 2024, at his residence. He was born on February 5, 1991, in Kansas City, MO, the middle of three sons of Mark Stephens and Teri (Treaster) Elton.

He was a strong and caring man who loved his family and friends dearly. His greatest enjoyment was spending time outdoors sipping his favorite Lagunitas beer.

As a kid, Andrew was well known as a skilled boy scout and for his amazing derby car building capabilities. His talent was unmatched. Andrew learned self-reliance through a variety of outdoor activities that included deer hunting. He was loyal, helpful, brave and respectful and carried what he learned into adulthood.

Andrew was a Marine Corps Veteran of the U.S. War in Afghanistan, having served from 2009 to 2013, with overseas duty. He attained the rank of Corporal and flew many flight missions on the V-22 Osprey.

He had a life-long love for fishing, boating, and spending time on the river surrounded by nature. Andrew was passionate about experiencing the outdoors, and spent a lot of time hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking and camping across the country with his brothers, family and friends. Andrew was an expert arborist and excelled at all things tree work related.

He took extreme pride in his beloved truck. He was in his element during the many hours he spent working on and maintaining its condition.

Although a less than average life span, Andrew did not live an average life. He was a jack of all trades, learned what he wanted to learn, fixed what he wanted to fix and loved helping others. There was nothing he couldn’t do, from simple repairs to being an airplane mechanic. He often went out of his way to assist friends and family with projects where he could lend a hand. Andrew was the guy you wanted in your corner and there are many out there who will feel his absence.

He will be remembered for all the heart he shared with his friends and family. He truly loved each of them- and if you knew him, you knew it.

He was preceded in death by his father Mark Stephens and his grandparents.

Survived by his mother Teri Elton; his brothers Steven Stephens and Daniel Stephens; aunts and uncles Nancy Hickman, Jean and Dick Harris, Debby and Donni Reece Larry, Cheryl Treaster, Cheri, Steve, Greg, John and Tracy; numerous cousins, other relatives and many friends.

Graveside Service: 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 31st at Leavenworth National Cemetery 150 Muncie Rd, Leavenworth, KS 66048.
The family will host a celebration of life gathering beginning at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday July 31st at the American Legion Post 318 Hall 11 Main St. Parkville, MO, 64152.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to https://theheadstrongproject.org/

You may share pictures and memories of Andrew for the family to see at rememberingandrews@gmail.com