Obituary of Bessie Josephine Stevenson

The death of Bessie Josephine Stevenson of Saint John, NB occurred on Friday, March 5th, 2010 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born at Chipman, NB on October 1st, 1913, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Estella (Day) Stevenson. Bessie was employed at Richardson Securities as a secretary for many years before her retirement. She was a long time member of the U.C.W. and Centenary Queen Square United Church. She enjoyed handcrafts and even knitted hats for babies. Bessie was a very creative person. Bessie is survived by her sister, Stella M. Stevenson of Saint John; her sister-in-law, Marie Stevenson of Burnaby, BC, as well as several nieces, nephews and many friends. She is predeceased by her sisters, Myrtle Smith, Remona Murray, Muriel Smith; her brothers, Charlie, William and Hiram Stevenson. The family wishes to thank Bessie’s caregivers; Mary Ann Poulin, Evelyn Thibodeau, Tara Murphy, Trudy Dugas and Jane Middleton, for all their care and support. Resting at Grand Lake Community Chapel (43 Main Street, Chipman, NB 339-5522) where visitation will take place Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at the Chipman United Church, Chipman. Interment to take place in Redbank United Church Cemetery at a later date. Remembrances may be made to the Saint John Regional Hospital Neo-Natal Unit or to a charity of the donor’s choice.