Isabelle Stevenson

ISABELLE J. (nee Began) STEVENSON

Mass of Christian Burial for Isabelle Stevenson, 97, will be on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 10:00 AM at The Church of St. Mary, 401 North Street, Chardon. Mrs. Stevenson died on Monday at Blossom Hill Nursing Home surrounded by her family. She was a long-time resident of Hambden Township.

Isabelle enjoyed music, reading, the outdoors, baking and cooking. She was a great dancer, card player and enjoyed the piano. Her grandchildren and family gave her the most enjoyment in life. She is fondly remembered as loving, feisty, full of energy, generous, witty, humorous, and as a true survivor of life.

She is survived by her son Al (Suzanne) Stevenson and daughter Susan Stevenson; grandchildren Leah, Sarah (Chris) Compton, Carrie (Will) Pavone, Megan, Alex (Aubrey), Kathrine (Michael) Meeks, John and 9 great-grandchildren. She was the aunt and great-aunt of many.

Mrs. Stevenson was preceded in death by her husband Alexander C. and 13 siblings.

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Isabelle at The DeJohn Funeral Home & Crematory of Chardon (formerly Ritondaro) 126 South St. (Rt. 44, south of Rt. 6/Chardon Square) Friday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Burial will follow the Mass in Chardon Municipal Cemetery. Family suggests contributions be made in Isabelle’s memory to St. Mary Catholic School.