Beverly Ann Stevens, 85, of Croton, Iowa, passed away at 9:55 a.m. Sunday, May 14, 2023, at her home.
Born on December 19, 1937, in Argyle, Iowa, the daughter of James and Marie (Carter) Horsey. On October 19, 1957, in Donnellson, Iowa, she married Bill G. Stevens. He preceded her in death on June 21, 2021.
Survivors include three children: Daniel Stevens of Farmington, Michelle Toops of Farmington and Lynn (Tim) Kracht of Farmington; nine grandchildren: Lisa Hassan, Dakota Stevens, Tyler Drummond, Tanner (Shaylee) Drummond, Terra (Tyler) Wiseman, Trenton Drummond, Reece Kracht, Callie Kracht and Gabe Payne; five great grandchildren: Amman, Aammin, Jaxon, Lennox and Sagan; sister: Mae Conn of Montrose and brother in-law: Clayton (Lelia) Stevens. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Bill; daughter: Teri Jo; two brothers: Tom and Harold; two sisters: Bonnie and Nancy.
Bev was a member of Embury United Methodist Church and Croton Ladies Aid. She worked for Sheaffer Pen Company then later retired from Sheller-Globe with over forty years of service. Bev enjoyed going to yard sales, bingo, her flowers, music and was very musically oriented. She especially enjoyed attending her grandchildren and great grandchildren’s extracurricular activities. She loved her family.
The family will meet with friends from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington with Rev. Kayla Lange-Carney officiating.
Burial will be held in Embury Cemetery near Donnellson.
A memorial has been established in her memory for Farmington EMTs.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
