Carolyn Paulette Stephens

Bethune, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we share with you the passing of Mrs. Carolyn Paulette Stephens. Mrs. Stephens went to her Heavenly home on Friday evening, September 4th, 2026, at the age of 76.

     Mrs. Stephens was born in Columbia, a daughter of the late OD and Juanita Twitty Brazell. Paulette was a devoted wife and mother, who dearly loved her family. She and her late husband owned and operated Stampede Western Wear in Lugoff. She was also a lifelong member of Mt. Hebron Freewill Baptist Church.

     Surviving are her children: Mark Stephens (Julie) of Newnan, GA, Mitchell Stephens (Amber) of Bethune, Miles Stephens (Ruth) of Bethune, and Jahala Williams (T.H.) of Jefferson; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. Also surviving is one brother, Larry Brazell.

     She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Mike T. Stephens; and a brother, Lewis Brazell.

     Her funeral service will be conducted at 3 o’clock on Tuesday afternoon, September 8th, 2026, from Mt. Hebron Freewill Baptist Church. Reverend Jack Cobb and Reverend Will Camp will officiate with a private committal following in the church cemetery. The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

     Memorials may be made in her memory to the Gideon's International Processing Center – PO Box 97251 Washington, DC 20090-7251.

     Norton Funeral Home & Crematory of Hartsville is honored to be with the Stephens family during this time.