Birth date: Sep 22, 1941 Death date: Mar 3, 2019
John H. Stevens, at age 77, passed away into his Saviors arms on Sunday, March 3, 2019. He was born in Lake City, Michigan on September 22, 1941 to the late John and Kathryn (Talsma) Stevens. John is survived by his loving wife, Read Obituary
John was a great friend. We became close after he and his family moved to Muskegon and he transferred to the Muskegon County Department of Social. I had the pleasure of working with John there for over 20 years and we retired together in 1997. I remember years ago when I was building my barn John did a lot of research and helped me figure out the angles for the roof and then helped me shingle that high steep roof. John was a caring man who was always looking for ways to reach out and help others. After retirement he started his business called a "Handy Friend". What an appropriate title for John. He was a talented handy man and really cared about helping people. He was an honest, gentle, man of deep integrity. When he needed another hand John would sometimes call me to work with him on a project he had. I remember the time he asked me to come out and spray the bees around a roof of a building he was working on. He was allergic to bee stings and had spent sometime in ER after getting stung that afternoon. He still wanted to finish the job so had me come out to spray and we were able to complete the job.
Pat and I really enjoyed getting together with Barb & John and it was such an honor when they invited us to celebrate with them the renewal of their wedding vows up at the Hexagon House in Pentwater on their 25th wedding anniversary.
I will really miss John. Both John and Barb had a deep commitment to Jesus Christ and I look forward to seeing him again one day.
John and Barb were very faithful and involved members at Calvary for many years. Both served faithfully in many ministries wherever they were needed. Johns gentle spirit, constant encouragement, warm smile, and his faithful and selfless service were always a blessing. Among many other things, John served as chairman of the deacons for a number of years. He was never about himself, always about serving his Lord and helping others. Recently Jeff Carey, who experienced a dramatic conversion after a lifetime of criminal activity and prison, told me how much John had helped and mentored him. John didnt tell anyone about it. He just did it!
I second that with my Brother. He will be so very missed by me also. and He was the best at all he did in life. There is no doubt about that, especially being there for me when I spent so many dark days in Muskegon at that place with bars on it. 🙁 He lifted me up every time he came to see me, even though it risked both of our lives. THANK YOU AND I LOVE YOU DEARLY.
The outpouring of love we felt from Uncle John and Aunt Barb when Dorothy past away was so appreciated. We had such wonderful visits as we repaired Dorothy's home for sale. Our visits continued after we sold the home sharing time of fellowship over meals. Uncle John was a loving man from head to toe. I Karla, especially enjoyed our discussions about craftsmanship and gardening. He was a master of both. You will be greatly missed, but not forgotten. Enjoy your heavenly home!
So sorry to read about this Johns passing. I met John when he would work in the Kent County office, where I worked, several days a month. I found out we had a lot of common friends and interests in life. He was a positive, friendly guy and an interesting person to talk to. He knew a lot about a lot of different subjects.
I remember when he was retiring from the State he gave me one of his business cards for his handyman service. He was one of those guys that knew a lot about home maintenance and he was eager to share his talents and energy helping others.
Remember your BIRTHDAY PRESENT MOMonly GOD can do this & he gave youre the BEST GIFT which will last FOREVER! Dont give up mom. Dad is having a family reunion right now and taking care of all the grandkids and David and the rest of our family and friends. You have your daughters and grandchildren coming to see you soon!!!! Love you mom! You and dad were so IN LOVE and it showed!!!! God is not done with you yet. you still have a great FUTURE here on EARTH. Dad is in a better place with his memory in tack! Complete RESTORATION MOM!!!!
And HopeIll be there soon to help YOU.
Love ya, Lisa Stevens
What I wouldnt give to hug you one last time grandpa! You were my one and only grandpa and you loved us so much. The day we were told your memory was no longer there was unbelievable. To us with so much distance it seemed over night. Grandma we love you, he was so in love with you until his last breath. Stay strong and know grandpa is okay now. You took such great care of him. You are so strong Grandma! We love you.
So sorry to hear about my adoptive father, I have wonderful memories that are so special.
I love you so much Dad! I am so proud to be your daughter. You taught me to love people and solve problems too. You shared your big loving heart with me. I will miss you dearly.
