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William K. (Bill) Stephens, 71, of McKinney, Texas, formerly of Storm Lake, died Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, at his home.
Bill Stephens was born Nov. 7, 1953, in Ida Grove the son of Kenneth and Myrtle (Geake) Stephens.
Bill attended school in Storm Lake, graduating from Storm Lake High School in 1971. He furthered his education at the University of Iowa, graduating in 1978.
Bill was united in marriage to Tana Sailor on June 7, 1980. They have one daughter, Blair. He cared deeply for his family, his dogs and the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Bill had a successful career in healthcare sales and service, beginning with pharmaceutical sales, and growing into high technology imaging equipment used by hospitals across the country. Bill was extremely knowledgeable on the latest radiology techniques and was always happy to share his expertise.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Tana Stephens and daughter Blair Stephens, both of McKinney, Texas; siblings: Gwen (Marshall) Enderlin of Norwalk; Craig (Debbie) Stephens of Minnetonka, Minn.; and aunt Lucille Geake of Wall Lake; extended family and friends.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents.
