ily and friends, and was a devoted Hawkeye fan. After her children left home, she put her education degree to work in the Des Moines Public School system, where she assisted and guided kids with special needs for more than 20 years. Judy is survived and will be greatly missed by daughter, Kelly (Andy) Lange, St. Augustine, FL, and sons, Scott Stephens, Des Moines, IA, John (Meegan) Stephens, Fitchburg, WI, and grandchildren Eric (Lauren) Lange, Atlanta, GA, Katie Lange, Collin Stephens, Avery and Griffin Stephens; and many other dear relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Stephens. A memorial service will be held Thursday, November 30, 2017, 3:00pm, at Iles Funeral Home, Dunn's Chapel, 2121 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50312. The family will greet friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), 434 S Yellowstone Dr., #201, Madison, WI 53719 or the Mark Seven Deaf Foundation,144 Mohawk Hotel Road, Old Forge, NY 13420 ARRANGEMENTS BY ILES ~ DUNN'S CHAPEL. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Judith Stephens, please visit our Tribute Store. To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.ilesfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Judith-Judy-Stephens/Des-Moines-Iowa/1764485