Margaret Ruth Stephenson
Margaret Ruth Stephenson
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Margaret Ruth (Leaming) Stephenson, age 77 of Crawfordsville, left her earthly body and sent her soul to Heaven on Friday, October 3, 2025. She was born in Crawfordsville on July 22, 1948 to the late James Henry and Mary Viola (Kitts) Leaming.
She is survived by a son, James Stephenson, who fathered her only human grandchild, James William Stephenson Jr; a daughter, Amelia Stephenson; two step sons, William Stephenson and John Stephenson; a brother, James (Ruth) Leaming; a brother-in-law, Alan Oliver; and several joyful nieces and nephews.
Margaret "Peg" graduated from Crawfordsville High School in 1966 and then from IU School of Nursing. She answered the call to proudly serve her country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. She was an active-duty registered nurse serving wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Medical Center, and hopping over to the Pentagon as needed. After transitioning into civilian life, she was a dedicated home healthcare and hospice nurse. She married William "Bill" Stephenson on April 14, 1984, he preceded her in death.
Viewing of Margaret and visitation with her loved ones will be at Sanders Funeral Care, 315 S Washington St, in Crawfordsville on Monday, October 6, 2025 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm. The funeral service will be at the Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church, 307 S Washington St, in Crawfordsville on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 11:00am. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Romney with a patriotic display of military honors. While house plants are encouraged, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church. Share memories and post your favorite picture of Margaret online at www.SandersFuneralCare.com.
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