Mildred Louise Stevenson, 79, of Hamden, departed this life May 8, 2020. She was the wife of Leonard Stevenson.
Mrs. Stevenson was born in Scotland Neck, NC on August 4, 1940, raised in Norfolk, VA and graduated in 1959 form Booker T. Washington High School, a daughter of the late Luther Norman and Betty Norman.
She was a longtime member of St. Paul U.A.M.E. Church in New Haven where she served on the Usher Board for many years.
Prior to retirement, she was employed at Blue Cross Blue Shield of CT as an Accounts Control Clerk.
In addition to her husband, she leaves to cherish loving memories, a son, Mitchell Stevenson, Sr. (Jimena); a daughter, Michele Stevenson-Reed; grandchildren, Jarot M. Stevenson; Mitchell Stevenson Jr; Leonard A. Stevenson; Michael B. Reed, Jr.; Mason B. Reed, Niece Kathy Norman; Nephews Trent Edmonds; Kevin Gause; and Shon Edmonds and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by her sisters, Geraldine Gause and Betty Edmonds.
Viewing will be held Wednesday, May 13, 2020 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven. A maximum of 3 (three) people will be allowed entrance into the building at one time. Graveside service and interment will follow at Beaverdale Memorial Park, 90 Pine Rock Ave., New Haven.
Love from Alex dematteis and family
The Stevenson Family
Our deepest sympathy for the family, I worked with Mildred for many years at Blue Cross Blue Shield. I never forget how Mildred and Steven welcome me in there home doing a snow storm many years ago when my car broke down on 95 and no where to go. Steven you stood beside your wife like God ask you to do. I no some days were dark and some were bright, but the grace of God brought you through it. Mitchell and Michelle your mother loved you dearly. We will continue to keep the family in prayer.
Thank you the Dematteis family.
With our deepest sympathy and love. Christopher & Sharon Brown, George & Susanne Bailey & Jerry & Avlyn Reece, and our respective families.
Stevenson family,
may you find peace during this time of sorrow
you are in my prayers
Praying peace and comfort for the family.
With love,
Johnna and William Harrell
Dear Family, I will be praying that God will comfort you during this difficult time. I’ll always remember Millie, her friendliness and her smile. God bless you always.
Mitchell and Michelle and Mr. Stephenson, So sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Stephenson. I remember her walking around the neighborhood and in later years bringing the Grands to Walgreen’s. RIP. God Bless, Sheila and Peggy Murphy (My Dad passed last year).
Steve, Mitchell and Michele
I am so sorry to read of Millie’s passing. Not only was she was a great coworker she was also a friend. My condolences to you all. May she RIP.
To The Stevenson Family
Thinking of you in this time of passing of your wife, mother, grandmother asking God to tenderly care for your deepest
needs. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4