Cecil Clemont Stephenson

Cecil C. Stephenson, a Marine Veteran, husband and father, age 87, of Brenham, Texas passed away Monday, September 22, 2025.

Cecil was born on August 2, 1938, in Raceland, Kentucky, to Cecil and Margaret (Hicks) Stephenson. He graduated from Raceland High School in 1956 and went on to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1957 to 1960, achieving the rank of Lance Corporal. During his service, he specialized in aircraft mechanics, a skill that later guided him into a career with Pratt Whitney Aircraft along with working at Rockwell Space Center.

Cecil was first blessed with two children from his first marriage. Later in life on May 7, 2011, he married Jennifer Jenks Starbuck at the Community Center at the Washington County Fair Grounds, and together they shared 14 wonderful years of marriage.

Cecil shared his talents with others through teaching. He taught woodworking at the Texas Department of Justice, Wallis Pac Unit, and also through the community education department in Brenham. His faith was central to his life, and he served as a preacher at the children’s church at First Baptist Church in Brenham. He had a fondness and love for children.

A true outdoorsman, Cecil enjoyed rabbit and squirrel hunting in the foothills of Kentucky and also spent time hunting hogs in the swamps of Florida. He had a deep love of nature and a passion for college basketball, especially March Madness. Cecil also loved riding his motorcycle with Jennifer riding by his side. He proudly rode alongside the Christian Motorcyclists Association. Cecil loved Mark Twain and Louis L’Amour paperback books. He enjoyed writing short stories and poems for those he loved. Known for his storytelling, he delighted and charmed those around him with his wild tales and sense of humor.

He is preceded in death by his parents Cecil and Margaret Stephenson and sister Wanda Smiley.

Left to cherish his memories in life is wife Jennifer; children David Michael Stephenson, Veteran US Navy and Michele Stephenson, Texas A&M Graduate; siblings Glenn, David, and Raymond Stephenson and sisters Bonnie Keeton, Betty Smith, and Lorena Spainhower.

A graveside service for those who wish to attend will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77038.

Visitation will take place later that day from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Cowboy Church of Brenham, 4400 State Highway 105, Brenham, Texas 77833. Following visitation, a Celebration of Life honoring Cecil will begin at 2:00 p.m., with Pastor Marty Mosher officiating.

Pallbearers will be the Christian Motorcycle Association. Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Burnett and Joel Drake.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to charity of choice.

Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, Texas 77833. 979.836.3611. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.brenhammemorialchapel.com