Michael Dean Stephen, 66, of Urbana passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021, at OSF Heart of Mary Hospital in Urbana.

Michael was born on July 22, 1955, in Charleston, IL to parents Dean and Jo (Porter) Stephen. During his career Michael worked as the route man and supervisor for Pepsi-Cola until his retirement. On April 3, 1972, he married his wife Karen in Urbana. He attended New Life Church in Urbana where he was baptized. Michael enjoyed many hobbies including cars, hunting, boating, fishing, camping, and playing the guitar. Over the last twelve years he developed a deep love for their dog Baby. Michael loved to spend time with his Baby and his family. He will be dearly missed by those who love him.

Michael is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Randy and Noel Stephen.

Survivors include his wife Karen (Collins); children Michael Dean Stephen Jr. (Leslie), Angie McQueen (Mac), Dylan Stephen (Brittany) and Danielle Stephen (Erik Wenthe); grandchildren Cassandra Dingledine, Haley Stephen, Austin Stephen, and Miranda Powers; Great Grandchildren Landon Stephen, Josiah Patton, and Ayden Koester; brother David Stephen and sister Nancy Majercak.