Stephen D. Jean-Babets, age 30, of Amherst, formerly of Shutesbury, Greenfield, and Carver, Ma. unexpectedly passed away September 11, 2018. A graduate of Amherst Regional High School (2006), Stephen attended Fitchburg State College and was an aspiring lyricist. Beloved son of David H. Jean and Don Babets. Loving brother of Kenneth S. Jean-Babets of Greenfield;  Patrick G. Jean-Babets of Hadley and George N. Jean-Babets of Newton. Much loved grandson of Henri and Doris Jean of Chicopee, Ma. and the late Donald J. and Betty L. Babets of Ohio. Adored godparent of Ylisia-Madison Caroline Stewart of Amherst. Nephew and cousin of family members in Maine, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Georgia, Michigan, Tennessee, and Arizona.  An ecumenical service in celebration of Steve’s life will be held Sunday, September 23rd at 2:00 P.M. at the First Congregational Church in Amherst (165 Main St. Amherst, Ma).  In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve’s memory can be made to help reduce funeral expenses at www.gofundme.com/steve-jeanbabets039-funeral-expenses