STEPHEN KENT IVESTER of Stone Mountain, GA, went to be with the Lord at 5:15 p.m. on March 7, 2025, with his family by his side. Stephen was born in Powder Springs, GA on June 4, 1966, and graduated from McEachern High School in 1984, He was a devoted member of Ponce Presbyterian Church who have shown so much love and support during his battle with colon cancer. Stephen is survived by his father, Fred Ivester of Marietta, GA, two sisters, Sheryl Ivester of Marietta, GA, and Laurie Flynn of Charlotte, NC. He has a loving and devoted daughter, Neko Ivester of Stone Mountain, GA. He is also survived by a niece, Kate Ivester, and nephew, Jack Ivester, both of Marietta, GA. Stephen was an avid Star Wars fan and loved animals including his deceased dog, Bruno, and current pets, dog Ava, and cats Qtip, Freckles, and Star Lord. Stephen was a kind-hearted soul who helped many young adults cope with and get through their own difficulties in life. A special thank you to his "daughter" Saylah and his future daughter-in-law, Jade, for nursing him in his last few weeks of life. A special thank you to Bridgeway Hospice for their care and support for Stephen in his last week of life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to Ponce Presbyterian Church, 163 PonceDeLeon Avenue, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.