Obituary of Stella Mehetabel Stevenson

Stella Stevenson of Saint John, NB passed away peacefully on September 21, 2017 at the age of 95. Born in Chipman, NB on January 23, 1922 to parents Joseph and Stella (Day) Stevenson, she was the last surviving member of the immediate family. She enjoyed a long nursing career in Toronto and New York City before she retired in Saint John. Stella was predeceased by sisters Muriel Smith, Ramona Murray, Myrtle Smith, Bessie Stevenson and by brothers William, Hiram and Charlie. Stella is survived by several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. She will be especially missed by her great-nephew, Gregory (Gail) Brown, and her long-time friend Nathalie Godbout (Jim Lawlor). Stella’s family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers who supported Stella at home in the past several years, and in particular to Thelma Burke who was a friend to her and so devoted to Stella’s well-being. In keeping with Stella's wishes there will be no visitation or funeral. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, September 24th, 2017 at 4 p.m. at the Red Bank cemetery in Chipman, NB. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424).