John Vernon Stevens

Vernon was born in Capitola, Florida, on October 2, 1937, and departed this life on October 5, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Tallahassee and a part-time resident of Franklin, North Carolina.

He graduated from Leon High School in 1956. His career spanned thirty-five years in retail fine jewelry sales and management.

He was a kind and gentle man with a gift for bringing laughter to those around him. A talented woodworker, Vernon used his skills to bless others, leaving behind not only beautiful creations

but also cherished memories.

He is survived by his wife of sixty-eight years, Gloria Walker Stevens; one daughter, Cindy Cope of Tallahassee; one son, Reggie Stevens of Tallahassee; two granddaughters, Charis Vargas of Tallahassee and Hannah Cope of Tallahassee; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

His gentle spirit, warm sense of humor, and the love he shared with those around him will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him.

A celebration of his life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, at River of Life Church in Crawfordville, Florida.