The City of Hendersonville is saddened to share the passing of former City Council Member Ron Stephens, whose years of dedicated service left a lasting impact on the community.
Ron Stephens served a total of twelve years on the Hendersonville City Council, including four years as Mayor Pro Tempore. He first served a four-year term on City Council from 2001-2004 and served two four-year terms from 2011-2019. His tenure was marked by a steadfast commitment to public service and a passion for enhancing the city’s infrastructure, economic development, and quality of life.
Throughout his time in office, Stephens played a key role in numerous city projects and initiatives. He was instrumental in implementing a a water and sewer rate structure and utility extension policies to provide more equitable funding of future utility projects, he helped implement a Five-Party Agreement Between the City of Hendersonville, Henderson County, Wingate University, Blue Ridge Community College, and Pardee Memorial Hospital for the Health Sciences Facility on Sixth Avenue, he was actively involved in preserving the Erle Stillwell Building at Hendersonville High School, he supported the sale and redevelopment of the Grey Hosiery Mill, and advocated for public safety and downtown amenities like the police station, fire station, and the downtown restrooms. Stephens championed improvements to city parks, the Oklawaha Greenway expansion, and initiatives to support local businesses.
Beyond his work on the City Council, Stephens dedicated time to serving two terms on the City’s Planning Board, serving as Chairman much of that time, Chairman of the Mud Creek District Advisory Council, Downtown Advisory Committee, Local Government Committee for Cooperative Action (LGCCA), and the Land-of-Sky Regional Council.
“Ron’s service and dedication to Hendersonville will not be forgotten,” said Mayor Barbara Volk. “His contributions to the city will continue to benefit our community for generations to come. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this time.”
Services have been scheduled for Friday, February 28, 2025, at 1:00 PM at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Savannah, Georgia.
The City of Hendersonville honors Ron Stephens’ legacy and is grateful for his years of leadership and service.
