Stephen Lloyd Hendry II, MD passed away, Thursday, April 27, 2017 at the age of 42. Born and raised in Monroe, LA, he excelled in academics and sports at Neville High School in Monroe. His career blossomed during his college years at LSU as an undergraduate where through his rigorous hard work selected Tulane University of Medicine where he was a diligent resident of General Surgery. A man on many interests and career options, Stephen served the New Orleans medical community with dedication for many years at St. Bernard Parish Hospital. His dedication was recognized by his peers with several distinguished awards, among which were the Vivien Thomas Award for Cardiovascular Surgery and a clinical research fellowship at Stanford University. His passion was not limited to medicine, as evidenced by his involvement in CASA, Comfort Zone Camp and Roots of Music. He was embedded with kindness, an infectious personality, quick wit and humor. Stephen was proceeded in death by his father, Stephen Lloyd Hendry. He is survived by his mother, Cindy Schmitt Hendry, aunts, uncles and many friends and medical associates. Significant among those especially close to him was his true love, Ashley Kostmayer, and many former classmates. Jacques, his beloved French bulldog, was often seen with him in his daily walks. Future private ceremonies are planned. In lieu of flowers to his mother, donations can be made at www.gofundme.com/shendry to carry out some of Stephen’s last wishes.