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1913 - 2010
Age: 96
STEVENS, Jesse W.
Paw Paw
Jesse passed away Monday morning, June 28, 2010 at Bronson Lakeview Nursing and Rehab Center, Lawton. He was born September 7, 1913 in Paw Paw the son of the late Earl and Floy (Rickerson) Stevens. Jesse was employed for 32 years at A. F. Murch Company, and many years with the Wheeler Blaney Company as a steamfitter and welder retiring in 1975. Jesse was a member of Union Local #337 Plumbers and Fitters, served on the Paw Paw Village Council for 8 years, was a member of the Paw Paw United Methodist Church, Life member of the Paw Paw-Lawton Masonic Lodge # 25 F&AM, Paw Paw Fire Department and served as Chief in 1945 & 1946, an Eagle Scout in his youth, member of the Avion Travel Club traveling extensively throughout the U.S. and the Road Ridge Motorcycle Club. His hobbies were hunting, fishing and gardening. On May 27, 1939 in Lawrence, MI Jesse was united in marriage to Donna A. Smith who survives. Also surviving is a son, Lynn (Sharon) Stevens of Paw Paw; 5 grandchildren, Shauna (Rick) Athey of Decatur, Darick (Rae) Stevens of Paw Paw, Scott (Karen) Curtis of Mattawan, Bradley (Sandra) Curtis of Paw Paw, and Darci (Michael) Chilla of Gobles; 9 great grandchildren; Rachel L. Athey, Katelyn A. Athey, Jay Z. Stevens, Ashley A. Guizio, Emily E. Chilla, Justin M. Chilla, Corey D. Curtis, Ryan S. Curtis and Kelly M. Curtis; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Jeanette McEwen; son-in-law, LaMoine (friend, Betty Turner) Curtis. Jesse was preceded in death by a daughter, Judith Ann Curtis in 1999 and a sister, Vivian M. Rhoades. A private graveside service will be held at Hill Cemetery in Lawrence with Rev. Joe Spackman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Paw Paw United Methodist Church or Myasthenia Gravis Foundation. Arrangements are by the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw. |
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Robert Young
audiosorcery@gmail.com
Monday July 19, 2010 at
12:24 AM
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Dear Donna. It seems odd calling you Donna, I grew up just two houses down Harris St. calling you Mrs. Stevens. Jesse and my dad Bill worked together for years at A.F.Murch. I remember Jesse as always ready to jump in and help any neighbor when they needed it. A better neighbor could not have been found. Jesse was always there serving his community, rushing off on fire calls any time of the day or night. He was an inspiration to all of us kids who grew up on Harris St. My deepest condolences go out to you and your son Lynn. Robert Young, Dallas, TX
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Chindy Perry
Tuesday July 6, 2010 at
8:14 PM
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Donna,Sharon & family, was so Sorry to hear about your loss.my prayers & thoughts are with all of the family.Jesse was a great person.I met him threw Judy years ago.Love sent from Amerillo,Texas
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cheryl rivette weatherford
meagain0869@yahoo.com
Saturday July 3, 2010 at
10:55 AM
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dear lynn and sharon
i was sorry to see the passing of your father and hope this note of sympathy bring you some comfort to know that you have many friends and prayer going out to you.
sincerely
cheryl
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Ann Bush Blakely
Friday July 2, 2010 at
2:28 PM
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Dear Donna and family: I remember the great friendship Jesse had with my father Harry. You two were very special to both Harry and Mildred. I remember coming to your house with Harry to watch boxing. I was not a fan of boxing but I was a fan of doing things with my Dad and he and Jesse enjoyed the fights and enjoyed being together. Jesse was always such a helpful, friendly person and I am sure the memories you have will help you through this time.
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Beverly and Bruce Storey
storeybb@yahoo.com
Thursday July 1, 2010 at
10:22 PM
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Donna and family sorry to read of Jesse passing. Keeping you in our prayers. I hope Jeanette is able to be with you at this time. I'll stop over in a couple weeks to visit.
Beverly Peck Storey
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Bruce and Beverly Storey
Wednesday June 30, 2010 at
12:29 PM
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Donna and family, Sorry to hear of Jesse passing. Bruce always enjoyed hearing stories of the motorcycle rides. Hope Jeanette is able to be with you during this difficult time. I will call on you in the near future and we can recall old times. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Beverly Peck Storey
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Jim Southworth
jim.southworth@gmail.com
Tuesday June 29, 2010 at
10:10 PM
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My condolence to Jesse's family. I worked with Jesse at A.F.Murch when I was a kid. I really respected him. I still remember our times with all the friends at A.F.Murch Co.. Everybody was like family. Jesse helped make all those memories I have.God Bless him.
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Charles & Betsy Hill
Tuesday June 29, 2010 at
4:18 PM
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Always enjoyed your friendship. Lots of memories with Avion.
Charles and Betsy.
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Roger & Mildred Kroshinsky
blusky33@charter.net
Tuesday June 29, 2010 at
4:05 PM
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Donna & Family, I will write this for Mildred and myself as she is not able to do so with her Alzheimer's condition.
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Jesse as I have always admired him greatly from the very first time we met at the Murch Co.
in 1959. He was always ready to give help and advice to anyone that would ask. A prince of a man and a great loss to anyone that knew him. You are in our prayers today. Roger K.
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