Lyle Arden Stephenson, 87, of Shawn's Hideaway, Millsboro, DE passed away peacefully on May 2, 2023. Lyle, who was known as Steve to his friends, was born on May 15, 1935, in Hebron, Nebraska.

Lyle served in the Army for three years and he was honorably discharged after having attained the rank of Sergeant in the year 1955. After leaving the Army, he worked on the missile sites in Lincoln, NE, the Delmarva drilling company in Denton, MD and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in VA. Lyle then moved to Wilmington, DE where he founded and was president of IRC Oil Exploration company until his retirement. Once retired, he spent his remaining years in Sussex County, DE. Lyle was a dedicated member of the Mill Creek Lions Club for more than 35 years.

Lyle is survived by his wife, Joan Rodgers Stephenson, his three daughters, Regina, Mary Lynn and Joan, four grandchildren, Kristen, Melissa, Nicole and John along with four great grandchildren, Rori, Caroline, Elle and River.

He was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by his family and close friends. A celebration of life will be held in Hebron, NE. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to The Shepherd's Office, 408 N. Bedford Street, Georgetown, DE 19947 or a favorite charity.