Justin Ben (Buck) Stephenson, born May 14, 1979 in Waynesburg, died on August 27, 2024, after a courageous and fierce four-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully at West Penn Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Justin was the devoted husband of Nikki (Giachetti) Stephenson whom he celebrated his 17th year anniversary with on July 28. He is also the very proud father to Bria, Gianna, and RJ.
As the Junior High Principal and former Athletic Director for the Central Greene School District, he made a lasting impact on his community. He was also an avid coach, leading wrestling and football teams for both the Central Greene School District and the Waynesburg community.
Justin especially treasured coaching his own children in wrestling, tee ball, football, and softball, finding joy in these moments as both a father and coach. A standout athlete, Justin graduated from Westminster College where he played football on scholarship and was a prominent wrestler and football player at Waynesburg Central High School.
His passion for sports was matched by his love for family gatherings, where he was known for his masterful spit chicken and BBQ ribs. Justin’s greatest joy came from spending time with his family and friends. He loved watching college and NFL games, hosting large gatherings, deer hunting, and playing cards. His warmth, enthusiasm, and dedication to those he loved will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his parents, Robert and Carol (Gusic) Stephenson II of Waynesburg; his sister Shellee (Seth) Bloomquist of Carlisle; his brother Robert (Kristi) Stephenson III of Waynesburg; in-laws Lou and Cathie Giachetti of Waynesburg; and his sister-in-law Erin (Bobby) Erjavek of Waynesburg. Justin was also dearly loved by his many nieces and nephews: Caleb, Nate, Sarah, Jacob, Elizabeth, Mary Kate, Cole, Cade, Coy, Anna, and Cate.
Friends will be received on Friday, August 30, 2024 from 2:00 to 8:00 pm in the Behm Funeral Home, 182 W. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370; additional visitation will be on Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm the hour of a Blessing Service; a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday at St. Ann Church of St. Matthias Parish, 232 E. High St., Waynesburg, PA 15370, with Fr. J. Francis Frazer officiating. Interment will follow in Fairall Church Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed online at www.behmfh.com.
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