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Frances Stevenson Obituary
Frances (Going) Austin Stevenson, beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away peacefully October 19, 2013 from causes incident to age.
Born to F. Mark Austin, Jr. and Beatrice Eliza (Going) Austin on January 1, 1924, Fran was raised in the Cottonwood area of Salt Lake City. She graduated from Granite High School and attended the University of Utah. She married her sweetheart, Newell B. Stevenson on October 27, 1943 in the Salt Lake Temple. Fran and Newell moved to the San Francisco area in 1956, where they raised their five sons, retiring back to Salt Lake in 1992 to be close to family.
Fran was a faithful and dedicated member of the LDS church, serving in many Primary, Young Women and Relief Society callings, and supporting Newell in his callings as Bishop, Stake President, Patriarch and Sealer. In addition to being a wonderful wife, mother and friend, Fran loved painting, flowers and crafts. She ran an arts and crafts boutique in California for several years and was always surrounded by her treasured paintings and crafts. Fran was a gourmet cook and gracious hostess, unselfishly sharing her wonderful creations with friends and family.
Fran is survived by sons Brian (Susan), Brent (Margo) and Tracy (Patricia) and sisters Lila Juhlin and Bernice Dillingham all living in the greater Salt Lake area. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Newell, sons Scott and Mark, sister Thelma Rynearson and brother Mark (Jan) Austin. She is also survived by grandchildren Jeff (Heather), Staci St. Jeor (Troy), Brett, Becky, Stephanie Waddoups (Doug), Chris (Jaime), Peter (Cari), Lindsey Briggs (Skyler), Kristen Corpron (David), David Casey (Arun), Ryan (Maggie), Austin Owens (Jonathan) and 23 great-grandchildren.
Fran and the family are most grateful to all of her special friends, church members and care-givers at Sunrise Holladay and Inspiration Hospice for their friendship and compassionate care. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Friday October 25 at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy Utah. Friends may visit on Thursday evening from 6:30 until 8 or Friday morning from 10 to 10:45. Interment at Larkin Sunset Gardens.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances Stevenson
My parents with Fran and Newell at my wedding. May 28, 1988
Leslie (Stasek) Hackney
November 7, 2013
Dear Stevenson family,
Thank you for the gift your parents were in my life! Your Mom threw my baby shower when I was born, and my bridal shower 29 years later. She was my escort to the temple, and your father sealed my husband and me. They've been true friends to my entire family, loving and serving unceasingly. Their example influenced my decisions years after I left home. When an anti-Mormon made crazy claims about the temple(before I was endowed), I knew that the Stevensons would never believe such a thing, and that was enough for me. My Dad used to say he'd get baptized when Newell was made the prophet, because Newell was the best man he'd ever known. They were a perfect pair, and I will be eternally grateful for their love and influence.
Rebecca Stevenson
October 26, 2013
Dear Grandma,
I already miss you so much. Yesterday was such a special day as our family got together to honor and celebrate your life. It made me so proud to be a member of such an amazing family that you and Grandpa created. We are all so grateful for your loving example and how special you made each one of us feel. I will live my life in honor of yours.
Love ALWAYS,
Rebecca
Nancy Ellis
October 23, 2013
Dear Stevenson Family,
I have such loving memories of Fran. She and my mother, Barbara Norton, were such wonderful friends, as were Newell and my dad. Fran was always such a caring, loving presence. Frank, Rick and I have such fond memories of the great times that we had with Fran, Newell, and the entire Stevenson Family, along with our wonderful Greenbrae Ward Family! I wish I could be there with the Stevenson family to celebrate her life. Just know that I loved her and am truly grateful for the influence she had on my life!
With love,
Nancy (Norton) Ellis
Ellen Brady
October 22, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Fran's death. She and Newell were wonderful neighbors for many years.
October 22, 2013
Brian, Brent and Tracy,
Your family did so much for us, we are eternally grateful for all your kindness and great times we shared together. Your mom and dad were the best friends our parents had. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Joy Candrian
Jan Austin
October 22, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Stevensons, and Fran's sisters and families. She was a very special and caring lady, and will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved her.
With all my love, Jan
Rebe Mason
October 22, 2013
Fran is the best, most kind and loving friend that anyone could have. I enjoyed every minute that I was with her. Thanks friend
Anne Mason
October 22, 2013
My love and thoughts are with you all. Fran and Newell were always so wonderful to me when I was visiting the US, I loved being with them. I was thinking about Fran this past weekend and was saddened to hear this morning of her death but know how happy she will be.
October 22, 2013
Dear Family, Your mother/grandmother would light up a room when she entered. She always had so many good thoughts of encouragement and love. She and Newell will be missed greatly by my family. Love to all.
Chris Beck
Vicki Mumby
October 22, 2013
Stevensons all - I am so very sorry for your loss. Fran was a sweet, wonderful, talented woman. I will miss her very much. Brian, Brent and Tracy, thank you for taking such loving care of your mother.
At my reception with my Gram.
Austin Owens
October 22, 2013
I love you. So much.
Jan Asay
October 22, 2013
Dear Family, Seems like yesterday we were all together enjoying family togetherness in the Cottonwood area. Fran and Newell were such special cousins, always fun to be around. We will surely miss Fran's sweet smile and special love she had for all people. Our love and sympathy to each of you.
THE CHARLIE & LOUISE FOX FAMILY
David & Phyllis Fox Tucson AZ
Theron & Eunice Fox Escondido CA
Janice & Zane Asay Sandy UT
Marilyn & Jerry McGhie Alpine UT
Annette Kennett Sandy UT
Pam Young
October 22, 2013
Susan, I am very sorry about your Mother-Law. This is a crazy time in our lives. Please take care of yourself and family. May God bless you and Brian!
Kathi Nielson
October 21, 2013
Brian, Brent, and Tracy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Fran and I had so much fun together! I miss your sweet and gentle mother.
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