Leslie A. Stephens, age 56, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully at her home on March 25, 2024. She was born in Lowell, MA, on December 18, 1967, the beloved daughter of the late Sanford and Peggy (Chaplic) Stephens.
Leslie was known for her outgoing nature and vibrant personality, which filled every room she entered with warmth and laughter. She cherished her family above all else and held a special bond with her sisters, whom she considered her best friends.
As a devoted mother and proud grandmother, Leslie’s greatest joy came from spending time with her daughters, Jillian Martin and her husband William of Lowell, and Jordan Stephens and her partner Phil of Dracut, as well as her three cherished grandchildren, Sophie Martin, Ava Gagnon, and Alaina Gagnon.
She is survived by her sisters: Sandra Ryan and her husband William of Townsend, Kelly Senecal and her partner Neil of Lowell, Lisa Byron and her husband George of Tyngsboro, and Vicki Laforge of Manchester, NH. Leslie was also the beloved sister of the late Scott Stephens, formerly of Lowell, and Cynthia Cowgill, formerly of Dracut. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Michael Cowgill of Dracut and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours are 10 – 11 am on Wednesday April 3, 2024 at Morse Bayliss Funeral Home 122 Princeton Blvd. Lowell MA 01851. Funeral at 11 am followed by a procession to Westlawn Cemetery, Lowell Wednesday April 3rd.
20 responses to “Leslie A. Stephens”
Lesley was a great sister-in-law and friend we got a long ever since I’ve known her. She was always respectful and kind to me. i’m gonna miss the conversations we had when we were at gatherings rest in peace Lesley.
Leslie rest in peace and fly high with the angles❤️🙏❤️
I LOVE YOU SISSY, Iwill miss our jokes and hysterical conversations, and your laugh, I miss your phone calls, and I miss watching you come flying around the corner if ever I needed you , or to just stop over for coffee. I take comfort knowing you are with our loved ones, and you will always be around us ! Love you always 💔❤️🙏 kelly
So many memories of Leslie, especially one summer when we were 15 and 16. Leslie was so clever and quick witted. It was a special time and we had so many laughs! I will be thinking of her family and hope their memories provide some comfort. ❤️
My deepest sympathies goofy to the entire Stephens family. Her family was her world. Jillie and Jordie she Lord you more than I could ever express. Making her a Nana was one of her greatest joys. Ssndra, Lisa, Vicki and Kelly never wonder how much she Lord you guys it was infinite. The love she carried in her soul for Scott and Cindy was unmatched. She Loved and carried great memories of San and Peg. Some of the happiest times xi can remember was just as simple as sitting on the porch drinking coffee and just laughing. Leslie loed, ever neice and nephew each in their own special way. Watch you all grow into amazing adults with your own families gave her special joy. I know the real, true friends she leaves behind. Believe when its said, the memories and the insane laughter will never die. Lastly, it is not nearly as important to KNOW how a person has died. Be respectful and remember how that person lived. That and love matters more than anything. Fly high Leslie. Now, you have the best seats in house to watch over ALL your loved ones. “Lets bowl, lets bowl lets ROCK AND ROLL” Lovingly remembered, always
Leslie will be missed. Leslie’s laughter and sense of humor were a gift to all, she brought great smiles to many. She was a caring person from a caring and wonderful family that also shared the gift of humor and being quick witted. My condolences to all of her family. Many great memories of a great lady.
So sorry for your loss rest in the sweetest peace god bless all my love and thoughts and prayers goes to my beloved cousin Olivia and her lovely father and the Stephen’s family I am sorry your going through this my heart breaks for all of you Love Always Cliffy xoxo❤️🕊️😢🙏🙏🙏
My sister Leslie you will be truly missed mostly for your sense of humor and the ability to make people laugh.although you left to soon I know you will be with lots of family.I love you so much your at peace now till we meet again.
Leslie rest in peace and fly high with the angles, My condolences to all of her family.
Leslie will be missed.My condolences to all of her family.
Leslie, you are missed by so many. I’m forever grateful that you are my sister. I remember the day you were born. We were all sitting at the table eating spaghetti the phone rang, and Dad said well kids you have another sister. We all cheered couldn’t wait for you to come home. I’ll never forget you . I LOVE YOU.
To Jillian and Jordan so sorry for the loss of your Mom. May she rest in peace.
My dear friend I can’t believe you’re gone. I remember all the great times we had back in the 80’s then I moved out to Florida in 93 and found you on Facebook 4 years ago and we talked like time never passed. You were the best friend ever and never forgotten. You were my partner in crime back in our Keith Hall days. Gone too soon. You have your angel wings fly high my beautiful friend. Love and miss you forever. Rest in peace 🙏❤️🙏
Leslie and I share 2 precious grandchildren. She was Nana and I was nanny. She loved her babies so much and would love to spoil them. She would call me to tell me something cute ava said or just because she needed a friend to listen. She was funny always found humor in any situation. I will miss her she was my friend.
Very sorry for the family’s loss of their much loved sister
So sorry to hear of Leslies passing. Prayers and thoughts for the Stephens family. 🙏♥️
I’m so sorry to hear of Leslie’s passing. I’m grateful to have so many wonderful memories of our childhood growing up together, one of endless laughs, adventures and deep friendship. My heartfelt condolences to the Stephen’s family. May you rest in peace dear Leslie.
My aunt Leslie will be forever missed but never forgotten about. She was all you could want in an Aunt. She would always be right there for me no matter what the situation. RIP Leslie 🙏🏻🌹♥️
Justin
For my sister, Leslie I’m so sorry I am talking to you this way, it just doesn’t seem real to me yet, I wasnt around for awhile, But I thought about you all the time! I tried not to be to sad and think of not so good times , instead I would think of our good times cause we had some, I laughed so much, I still do. I love you so much and I will miss !! 💗 .your with mom & dad now, Cindy, and Scott I miss them and love them so much. I’ll keep thinking about good times! I love you Leslie your sister, vicki
So sorry for your loss. Now she she’s in Heaven with the angels.