Robert Allan Stevens' Obituary
Robert A. Stevens, age 88, of Big Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2014. He was born on July 17, 1925 in Highland Park, Michigan, the son of Alva P. and Ada H. (Nash) Stevens. Prior to moving to Big Rapids in 1988, Bob had been an administrator in Highland Park and Birmingham Public Schools. Following retirement from education, he owned and operated Stevens Photo Lab in Ferndale. He had been a member of the Lions Club for 55 years and had served as District Governor. Bob was active in many Big Rapids community organizations. He is survived by Mary (Tomes), his wife of 64 years; four children, Robert Jr. (Carol), Richard, William (Bobbi), and Karen (Steve) Fitzgerald; eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and one sister. A memorial service for Bob will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 16, 2014 at St. Andrews Episcopal Church with the Reverend Dr. Gary D. Hamp officiating. Visitation will take place at 10:00 a.m., one hour prior to the memorial service. Memorial contributions may be made to Leader Dogs for the Blind or Manna Pantry.
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