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Esther Stevens Obituary

STEVENS, ESTHER M., 80, of Park Avenue, Cranston, died on Monday, July 14, 2008 at home.

Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Eugene G. and Mae B. (Cardwell) Lang, she lived in Cranston for thirty years, previously living in Warwick.

She is survived by a daughter, Florence J. Moore of FL, a son, Peter A. Stevens of Warwick; six grandchildren, Jennifer, Melissa, Michelle, James, Bernard, and Susan. She was the great-grandmother of Nicholas, Stephen, Kaylie, and Dax. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Nicholas A. Stevens and James A. Stevens.

Her funeral will be held on Thursday, July 17, at 8:45 a.m. from the Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick, with a Funeral Service at 10 a.m. in the Church of the Annunciation, 175 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours are Wednesday 5-8 p.m. Contributions in her memory may be made to Home & Hospice Care of Rhode Island, 169 George Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 15, 2008.

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Elaine Burdett

July 20, 2008

Florence, Peter,and family; It saddens me to hear of Esther's passing. I'll always remember her as compassionate, loving, and kind with an infectious laugh and zest for life. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Donna and Phil Hart

July 19, 2008

I'll always remember my aunt as a extremely "special" person who loved her family and life. She gave hope and understanding to the word "love" in the many ways she loved her family, friends, and people she encountered.... no matter where. Her smiles were contagious, and she just loved life and people with a bottomless giving heart. She gave me so many gifts and healing of hurts, and I will miss her always but smile at wonderful memories.

Georgia Pappas

July 15, 2008

I will never forget my summers at Highland Beach. Playing cards on your porch and enjoying your Sunday Pot Roast Dinner. But most of all, I will miss your smile, your laughter, and remember all the good times we had together. Rest in Peace Esther.

melissa stevens

July 15, 2008

I will never forget you gram! You were the best gram anyone could EVER ask for! You will never be forgotten. I love you and you will be missed very much!!!

Michelle Bliss

July 15, 2008

Jenn, Melissa, Michelle -
Gram will be missed...She was a great woman. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family.

Colleen Aguiar

July 15, 2008

Jenn and family,
Herman and I would like to send our sincere condolences to all of you. God must of needed a special angel and unfortunately he chose gram. Know that she is in a better place watching over you all.

Penny Hiotas

July 15, 2008

Esther was a very unique woman. Always smiling no matter what life handed her. I will miss her - not only as a friend - but as my "Hi Lo" partner. To Florence, Peter and the rest of her family - you were all very fortunate to have had such a wonderful Mother - my love and sympathy to you.

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