Pastor Stevenson's Grand Farewell

Charles Allen Stevenson Sr. was born November 29, 1940 in Ruston, LA to parents, Charlie and Eliza Stevenson, and raised by his grandparents after his mother passed. He went home to be with the Lord November 25, 2020. His early years were full of experiences that developed his leadership skills. In high school he was a three-point star, sang in the choir, and played in the band. After high school, he attended Grambling State University (GSU). After graduating from GSU he became the first African-American supervisor at the Social Security Administration in Monroe. When God told him to become a full-time pastor he obeyed. He served as pastor of Bethel Church of God in Christ (COGIC) and Epps COGIC for 56 years and many souls were saved and baptized with the Holy Ghost under his ministry. He faithfully served the Historical Louisiana First Jurisdiction Church of God in Christ, Inc. and many other organizations in many leadership capacities. He was a premier preacher, servant of the cross, and friend of the brethren. Pastor Stevenson Sr. was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gilbert and Viola Mattox, and Warren and Etta Stevenson; parents, Charles and Eliza Stevenson; wife, Mable Caldwell Stevenson; brother, Robert L. Stevenson; and aunt, Louvenia Mattox. He leaves to cherish his wonderful memories: his spouse, Lady Alice Stevenson; daughters, Comaletha Stevenson, Lady Sylvia Payne (Pastor Darren), Sandra Burns (Pastor Sherman); sons, Elder Michael Stevenson (JoLondra), Pastor Charles Stevenson Jr. (Natalie); one bonus daughter, Sherrie Wiley; two bonus sons, Clayton Wiley (Sharaunda) and Danny Wiley; twenty-two grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Graveside services were held Saturday November 28, 2020 at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood LA.

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