Shirley Ann Stevens

June 2, 1930 - July 26, 2021

Shirley Ann Stevens 91, of Englewood, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 26, 2021. She was born June 2, 1930 in Flint, Michigan to the late Chester G. and Vera E. (Cuthbertson) Welch. Also preceding her in death are her beloved husband of 47 years, Bryce L. Stevens, in 2000, and her brother Jack E. Welch. Shirley leaves to cherish her memory her children Julie (Kimbal) Ragan, Carole (Mike Willy) Stevens and Phil (Laura) Stevens. Also surviving are her grandchildren Kyle and Anthony Ragan, Brianna and Brennen Stevens. Shirley was a 1948 graduate of Flint Central High School, 1952 graduate of Michigan State University, and earned her MA from Oakland University. She was president of her sorority Alpha Xi Delta, was director of Christian Education at First Congregational Church of Grand Blanc, Michigan, and had been co-manager of Voyagers Books in Grand Blanc. Shirley loved working in her garden and became a self-taught expert in Michigan flowers. She also enjoyed the many birds that came to explore the garden. Shirley and Bryce enjoyed traveling and made several trips to the Europe to soak up its beauty and culture. They also had season tickets to the Flint Symphony Orchestra; Shirley continued to attend after his death. She attended performances for around 50 years. She volunteered for years at Crossover Ministries (now Crossover Outreach) and was honored with a dinner and special award. Private services will be held at the convenience of Shirley’s family. She will be buried with her beloved Bryce at the Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan. Kindred Funeral Home, Englewood, Ohio entrusted with arrangements. To leave a message or share a special memory of Shirley with her family, please visit: www.kindredfuneralhome.com. The family thanks Brookdale Centennial Park and Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton for taking great care of Shirley in her final weeks. In lieu of flowers or other gifts, please consider donating to Crossover Outreach at crossoveroutreach.org or to Ohio’s Hospice at hospiceofdayton.org.