May 8, 2012
Stevens, Judith A.
Judith Ann Stevens, a lifelong resident of Dedham, died Sunday, May 6, 2012, at the Charlwell House in Norwood. She was 70. Judy was born in Boston and was the daughter of the late Robert & Mary Jane (Agee) Shreve. She graduated from Dedham High School with the Class of 1959, the Quincy School of Nursing, and from the Henry Peabody School of Nursing. A majority of Judy’s nursing career, over 20 years, was at Glover Hospital in Needham, now the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She also worked with the Dedham Visiting Nurses Association, Dr. Farr’s medical practice in Needham and in private nursing. She retired in 2005. Judy was a life member of the Bay State Antique Auto Club, a member of St. John’s United Methodist Church, and a den mother for the Boy Scouts in Dedham. She enjoyed going camping, sewing and quilting. Most of all she loved her family. Judy is survived by her husband of almost 50 years, William G. Stevens of Dedham; her children Robert W. and his wife Karen Stevens of Rockland, Mark K. and his wife Julie Tidemand-Stevens of Brockton, and Kimberly A. “Wisniewski” Stevens of Dedham; and her sister Betty-Jane Shreve, and her partner Nancy Johnson of Cape Elizabeth, ME. She is also survived by her grandchildren Ryan M. Wisniewski, Alyssa C. Wisniewski, Derek King and Jessalyn King. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life gathering on Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 1-4 pm at the Endicott Estate, East Street, Dedham. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations in Judy’s memory may be made to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, 269 Hanover Street, Building 3, Hanover, MA. 02339.
Comments(26)
Miss you mom!
I’m so sorry for your loss, I as well have lost my mom and know there are no words to speak that will lessen the pain and sense of loss…. A mother is a best friend and confidant like no other… God bless you all, you are in my prayers…
So sorry for your loss…
Thanks Mom for everything.
So very sorry for the loss of your mom. If there is anything I can do, shoulder to cry on, someone to talk to, whatever you need, please know that I am here.
Dear Bill and Family,
We’re very sorry to hear of your loss. Judy was a bright, special person who loved her family dearly.
Love from the California Shreves,
Bill, Katie, Donovan and Kendra
To Bill and Family,
Judy was always very sweet and kind to me. I’m so sorry for your loss. She will be missed. Be strong for her.
I’m so sorry to hear this. My prayers go to Mark, Bob and Kim along with the Stevens family; she was everyone’s mom… May the good lord look over you and your family…
God Bless
-Chris Dota and the Dota Family..
Thinking of you all. Never really know what to say but just letting you know that my love extends to you all and I wish you strength and peace.
Dear Bill and family,
So sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. She was a lovely lady and a great nurse. I enjoyed working with her for so many years.
Please take care Bill and drop by to see us here at “the Glover”.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
~Evelyn Peters
Franklin, MA
Bill and Family,
I am very sad to hear of your loss. I lost my beloved Mom in 2010. My impression was that Judy, like my Mom, brought much joy and happiness to her family and friends. They never met in this life, but I think maybe they are enjoying each others company now.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
The Egans
God Bless you Mom.
Much love to you all. There are so many joyful memories that will keep her in your hearts.
Love,
Colin, Jen, & boys
Sympathies, Bill and family. We will miss her and her friendly smile, and the waves she gives us at the parade sitting next to you in that classic car. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ming and Carlos
Bill, Bobby, Mark, and Kim
She will be greatly missed but the memories will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time of sorrow.
Bill,Bob,Mark,and Kim/Eric Ryan & Alyssa….Sorry to hear Judy has passed…Although it has been some time since we last came together, Judy is in our memory as she was in life forever remembered for her warmth,generosity,and quick wit ever present. Our prayers,love & support our with you all Mark,Lynne,&Tyler
Bill I am sorry to hear of your loss. You need to focus on all the great times you had together
Judy and I worked the night shift together at the old Glover for many years. She was a wonderful nurse and always was full of tales about her family that she clearly loved so very much. May the strength that she had carry over to all of you as she would have wanted. May she rest in peace….her work here is done.
To Judy”s Family.
So very sorry to hear of your loss.Judy & I go way back on night duty here @ Glover–yes I’m still here !!
My hearthfelt Sympathy to her family. Fondly–Claudette
We all remember Judy for her generous and kind spirit. She will be sorely missed. She would have loved the gathering on Saturday. She was there smiling at the friends, family and old cars.The video is very special bringing years of memories. So glad we could be there with you all. Ruth and Richard
So sorry for your loss. (BSAAC}
I remember all the years camping with your family and visiting your home in Dedham on vacation. Judy was a very sweet lady. She will be sadly missed by all of those who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Julie
Bill and family:
I remember when I first met Judy at “Glover”. She was my go to girl in Cardiology. She was a great lady. I think heaven needed more nurses and she is one of the best.
She has a very special place in heaven. Thinking of you.
Dawn
So sorry for your loss. {bsaac}
To the Stevens family, especially Kim and Mark:
Thank you all for your meaningful influences on my life, however brief. It only took one short visit to know your mom was the best. Take care and carry on. Sorry so late.
Mike L.