Date of Service:
September 22, 2024
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Marine LCP Chase Stephenson passed away on September 2, 2024. He honorably served his country for over 2 1/2 years, both at home and abroad, as a crew chief on Osprey aircraft. Chase absolutely loved flying alongside his USMC brothers.
Chase was born on March 3, 2003, in Vero Beach, FL. He graduated from Vero Beach High School in May 2021 and joined the United States Marine Corps the following December.
Chase was extraordinarily talented; before he could write, he demonstrated a gift with vocabulary and developed his craft over the years as a wordsmith. From a young age, he continually wrote poetry and even jotted down verses on his iPhone to capture remarkable moments. As much as he enjoyed writing poetry, he was an impressive musician and found peace when setting his words to music. Truly, Chase was a performer at heart and had a passion for acting in his high school plays, playing his many guitars, and entertaining his friends. Chase was a devoted friend and could be counted on to do just about anything he could for a friend in need.
Chase is preceded in death by his father, Chad Stephenson. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Tessa and Justin Cornell; his two brothers, Dylan Cornell and Wyatt Cornell; his grandparents, Teresa and Jimmy Jones, Bev and Rick Campbell, (all of Vero Beach, FL), and David Stephenson (of Union City, TN).
A Celebration of Life will be held on September 22, 2024, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at The Riverhouse, 305 Acacia Road, Vero Beach, FL 32963. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. with Military Honors beginning at 2:00 p.m., courtesy of The Marine Cops and the Sebastian Area Honor Guard. Those who knew and loved Chase are welcome to join us in celebrating his life.
In remembrance of Chase’s loving and giving spirit, the family asks that any charitable donations be made, in lieu of flowers, to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital (Memorial Giving, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105).
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
© 2024 Lowther Funeral Home. All Rights Reserved.
Jill Dinning - Great Aunt
September 14, 2024, 4:21 pm
Thinking of you all during this time of grief! Wish we could be there with you all! Love and prayers!! Such a special soul! God bless you all!
Shelby Ginn - Friend
September 14, 2024, 10:24 pm
Chase, you are one in a million!!! I am so grateful for your friendship with “The Boys” and having the chance to have you feel like one of my own!!! You were always a bright light in our home!!! I love u always!!! Fly High Our Wonderful Friend!!!!!
Mylinda - None
September 14, 2024, 11:02 pm
Thank You his Service..so sorry for your loss, as reading it seems like he was a very smart and talent young man. May God Be with you all.
Pat and John Durrell - Friend of Teresa and Jimmy
September 15, 2024, 12:41 am
Teresa and Jimmy: We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. If we can do anything, we are here for you. Love, Pat and John Durrell
Diana Cook - Cousin
September 15, 2024, 1:15 am
May the family be uplifted by your memories of Chase. May God be with you and wrap his loving arms around you.
Carol Nigretti
September 15, 2024, 3:01 am
So sorry for your loss Tessa and family
Sandra Elmore - Friend of family
September 15, 2024, 11:26 am
Another Angel taken..May the doors of Heaven open wide, and God’s hand hold you tight. You will be missed. Sorry for your loss.
Sandra Elmore - Friend of the family
September 15, 2024, 11:30 am
Another Angel taken..May the doors of heaven open wide. Gods hand hold you tight. You will be missed. Sorry for the family’ s lost
Monda Whited - Mother of a Marine
September 15, 2024, 12:23 pm
From my family to yours. We are so sorry for your loss. Chase was in bootcamp with my son and I know he was well liked. May you find peace in this storm
Kyle willis - Marine Corps Brotherhood
September 15, 2024, 10:58 pm
We started our marine corps career together at paris island Golf Company. He was such a happy person in such a miserable place he made it better for all of us. We grew our friendship and brotherhood as the time went on and i will never forget him. I’m honored to have served along side him and go through such difficult times together. Never forgotten LCpl Stephenson. Stand duty from above. Forever apart of the Gun club
Frances Boling - Friend of grandparents
September 17, 2024, 1:31 pm
You brought love, laughter and happiness to family and friends Chase. May the void you left be eased by happy memories of you and the joy you brought.