Lebanon - There will be a celebration of Stephan's life at a 40 day Mass held at St. Maron Church 1555 S. Meridian Rd. on June 2, 2013 at 10:00 am with Chorbishop Michael Kail officiating for Stephan B. Stephan, 74, of Lebanon, formerly of Youngstown, who joined his savior on April 20, 2013. Stephan will always be remembered and loved by his family and friends. He was born December 7, 1938 in Ijdabra, Batroun Lebanon, the son of Amira and Boutous Estephan. Stephan studied 7 years at the seminary of St. Maroun in Ghazir when it was with the Jesuits. He got a degree in philosophy and later joined St. Joseph's University in Beirut where he studied Theology and earned a University Degree. He was fluent in ARABIC, ENGLISH and FRENCH. He also studied LATIN and SYRIAC at the seminary. He was member of St. Maron Church and was extremely proud of Lebanese heritage. Stephan was an avid sports fan and enjoyed hanging out with his family and friends. Stephan worked at Simon Roofing for over 28 years and upon his retirement he spent his remaining years with his family in the village of Ijdabra. He leaves behind to hold on to his precious memories his son Joseph (Lori) Stephan of Rootstown, Ohio, a daughter Stephanie (Mark) Porter of Canfield, five grandchildren Katie, Joey and Alex Stephan and DJ and Ty Porter, his brothers and sisters Nadia, Tonine and Tony, Monsoura and Roukoz, Nassre and Sheffia, Jacqueline and Antoun, Hamid and Mary, and former wife Yvonne Simon Blegen along with many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his brother and sister in law Basille and Amira, and brother in law Simon. He was laid to rest in Ijdabra, Batroun Lebanon on Tuesday April 23, 2013 surrounded by family and friends. Immediately following the Mass a mercy meal at Antioch Hall will be served for family and friends to share memories of Stephan. Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com. to view this obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences to the Stephan family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the St. Maron's Education Fund 1555 South Meridian Road, Youngstown, OH 44511. Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home Dedicated To Your Loved Ones