Paula Christine (Jones) Stephan, 88, of Triadelphia, passed away peacefully on Monday March 2, 2026 surrounded by family.
She was born August 19, 1937, in Wheeling, WV, daughter of the late John P. and Beatrice J. (Keefer) Jones.
Paula graduated from Warwood HS and WV Northern Community College. She was a clerk at Warwood Armature Repair Co, and Wheeling Pittsburg Steel. Her favorite position was being a tour guide at Oglebay Park. She was a member of the Wheeling Jaycees; Ohio County 4H Leaders and the Junior Women’s Club.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father Ed Lowe and son Bruce A. Stephen.
She is survived by her children, Edgar (Tuna) Stephan III, Orion Stephan Christina Kocher; 4 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
At Paula’s request there will be no visitation but a celebration of life will be held in the future.
The family wishes to thank Valley Hospice for their compassionate care.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio County SPCA
