Daniel William Stephenson

Obituary

Daniel William Stephenson was born on December 21, 1936, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to Harry Stephenson and Cleante Herard, where he was raised with strong values of faith, family, and hard work. Guided by these principles, he later migrated to Brooklyn, New York, where he began a new chapter of life. For many years, he worked diligently as a Checker with the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) Local 1, providing for his family and serving as a pillar of strength and dedication for his family, church, and community. Family was always at the center of Daniel’s life. He was first married to Micheline, with whom he shared a beloved daughter, Dinah Douyon. He later married, Milagros, and together they shared 53 years of marriage filled with love, laughter, devotion, and faith. Their union was blessed with two sons, Daniel Stephenson and David Stephenson. Daniel’s love extended far beyond his home. He was an active and dedicated member of the Coney Island Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he was known for his prayers, encouragement, and joyful service. Whether offering kind words, lending a helping hand, or lifting his voice in praise, he lived out his faith daily and inspired others to do the same.

To his family and loved ones, he was Papi—a constant source of wisdom, love, and gentle humor. Papi was loyal, dependable, and uplifting. He was a brother in Christ who modeled unwavering faith. To all who knew him, Daniel leaves behind a legacy of generosity, compassion, and steadfast service. Though he will be deeply missed, his family and loved ones take comfort in the promise of Scripture—that “the dead in Christ shall rise first” and that we will one day be reunited when Christ comes again. Until then, Daniel’s memory will continue to live on in the countless lives he touched.

In Loving Memory

With deep sorrow and regret, we announce the passing of Daniel W. Stephenson, affectionately known as "Papi", a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and faithful servant of the Lord, who awaits the blessed hope of the resurrection, having fallen asleep in Christ on August 29, 2025. He was a man of unwavering faith, always ready with a prayer, kind words, or helping hand. His greatest joy was his family, the Coney Island SDA Church, and his beloved friends. To all those who knew him, he leaves behind a legacy defined by his generosity, loyalty, and service to others. 

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September 20, 2025

I will always remember what a God fearing man brother Stephenson was. He really cared deeply for others. Even at one point brought the homeless into his home.

Marcia Williams

September 18, 2025

Beloved Uncle Danny I met through his lovely lovely niece Aurelle fondly known as Puwpet, He always had a smile and words of encouragement. Thank you for being such a God-fearing Christian man a humbled role model.. indeed amen and amen who deeply loved God and his family. The world was truly a better place we were blessed because of uncle Danny. Sincerely Michelle and Arthur 💯🙏👆

Mrs Michelle S Speight

September 18, 2025

Live Feed to the Funeral here: https://youtube.com/live/l-TaNbwDlqw?feature=share

wayne surin

September 18, 2025

We love you uncle Danny , when there was not many people around us you held onto us tight . We are forever grateful for you . When you get older you get to see what the word family means when you have a person who shows up and doesn’t forget . I will always cherish that from you. Thank you for being apart of our lives . I’m thankful I got to see you the last time and say our goodbyes. You will be truly missed . I love you so much .

Nicole Benjamin

September 9, 2025

Bro& sis Garciasend our prays to the family Amen

Bro&sis GARCia

September 7, 2025

Memories of Sunday phone calls!

Tante Jeannine and Daddy

September 7, 2025

Memories of Sunday phone calls.

Tante jeannine and Daddy