Deacon Freddie Napoleon Stevens Jr. was born on August 5, 1940, to Freddie Napoleon Stevens Sr. and Julia Alvin Stevens in Riceboro, Georgia. He was the oldest of four children. His mother, father, and one brother, Charles Alvin, preceded him in death. Raised in Riceboro, GA he
attended the Liberty County School System. He moved to Miami in 1957.

Freddie was blessed with two daughters, at an early age, while living in Riceboro, Marilyn Shepard and the late Deloris Simmons Bennett. He later moved to Miami where he met and married his late wife of 54 years, Harriet Goings. To that union three children were born, Felecia (Chan), Tangela (Tan), and Freddie III (Stevie). In 2016, Freddie fell in love again and married Neldra Pierson Flint. .

Freddie always had an entrepreneurial spirit. He loved to work on cars and built a thriving business in automotive maintenance, repair, and detailing. He also built and remodeled homes, some of which he owned and rented. He was a perfectionist and as a general contractor, he was known for his quality work, craftsmanship, and integrity. He was called to be a servant and thus made his work affordable. Freddie believed in family and he was proud to continue to build on the rich carpentry legacy of his father.

One of Freddie's songs was "I love to Praise Him". He not only praised God in song, but praised Him by being of service in the church. He accepted Christ, at a young age and joined St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church ,in Miami, FL where he worked diligently. There he was ordained as a Deacon. He also served as Finance Chairman, Building Committee Leader and multiple other capacities in the church.

In 1991, Freddie moved his family to Savannah, GA where he joined Thankful Missionary Baptist Church. There, he again demonstrated his belief in working in the church and served as Chairman of the Deacon Board from 2009 until 2023, Chairman of the Benevolent Ministry, a faithful member of the Men's Mission Ministry, Men's Chorus and the Men's Sunday School Class #1. He designed and built the current Media Ministry Room and assisted with the upkeep, maintenance and beautification of the church. He also served as a member of the Berean Missionary Baptist Association, Inc.

As a church servant leader and Bible Scholar, Freddie offered wisdom and guidance, prayer, and unwavering dedication to the church he loved for twenty two years. Deacon Freddie Stevens and his wife are currently members of Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church where Charles Roberson, who he has known since 1997, is the Pastor.

Freddie was the Patriarch of the family, the one sought out for guidance, spiritual nourishment, and wisdom. He was the strength of his family. He was always giving of his time, always lending a listening ear, and praying and giving spiritual guidance to those in need. He was devoted to his family, friends and the members of his church.

Freddie packed a tremendous amount of life and love into his 84 years on this earth. Through it all, his commitment to service and his unwavering faith in God were at the center of his service, business, community, faith, and family life. He was steadfast in unconditional love inspired by his faith. He was affectionately called Daddy, Dad, Papa, "Papa Bear," Boyfriend, Deac, Uncle Freddie, and Junior. He leaves a legacy of love and strength that lives on in his family and our community.

Left to embrace his precious memory and celebrate his well-spent life are, his wife Neldra; daughters Marilyn Shepard, Felecia Tucker, both of Savannah, GA, Tangela Jackson (Alex), Stone Mountain, GA, Freddie Stevens III, Decatur, GA, a bonus son, Edward J. Moody, III, Myrtle Beach, SC; brothers, Herman Stevens, Jonesboro, GA; Kenneth Stevens (Lucy), Powder Springs, GA. Grandchildren; Nadia, Jordan, Brett-Alexander, Raquel-Monet', Carrington, Yolanda, Tameka, Selena, Angel, and Shawn. Nine great-grandchildren. Godsons; Kenneth Stevens and Nicholas Brantley. The Matriarch of the family, Thelma Axson, a devoted sister-in-law, Jacqueline Tomlin, Savannah, GA, sister-in-law Betty Goins, McDonough, GA. a faithful family supporter and dear cousin, who affectionately called him "Uncle Freddie, Annette Brantley and Leroy McGuire, who held a special place in Freddie's heart. He worked side by side with him for many years and affectionately called him "Pops"and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.