zPaper Founder Eric Stephens Dies in Plane Crash Near Gwinnett County Airport
Eric Stephens, 57, founder of zPaper, died in a single-engine plane crash near the Gwinnett County Airport on Tuesday evening. The community, particularly Roswell United Methodist Church, is holding prayer vigils and rallying around his grieving family.
Atlanta, GA, November 12, 2026 —
Eric Stephens, 57, the founder of zPaper, died Tuesday evening in a single-engine plane crash. The incident occurred near the Gwinnett County Airport.
The circumstances surrounding the crash, including the specific make and model of the aircraft, the pilot’s experience, and the exact cause of the accident, were not immediately available. Information regarding the flight plan or any distress calls made prior to the crash was also not provided.
Stephens was the founder of zPaper, a company he established to provide services related to paper document management and digital solutions. Further details about his professional background and the company’s operations were not included in the provided summary.
Following the news of Stephens’ passing, members of the community have begun to rally around his family. The Roswell United Methodist Church is noted as a focal point for these efforts, with prayer vigils being organized. These gatherings aim to offer support to the grieving family during this difficult time.
Details regarding the investigation into the crash, including the involvement of any aviation safety authorities such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), were not specified. The timeline for the recovery of the aircraft and the release of preliminary findings from any official investigation has not been announced.
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