Sharon Stevens Obituary
Sharon Lee Stevens, 79, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Monday, December 15, 2025, at Maple Lake Assisted Living in Paw Paw.
She was born March 1, 1946, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Lester C. Monroe and Janet (Weston) Monroe.
Sharon worked as a beautician for 45 years. She truly loved her job and adored her clients. She was involved in many local organizations, serving as a Boy and Girl Scout leader for her children's troops and was a Queen member of the Red Hat Society. She loved the outdoors and admiring the beauty of nature. Sharon often traveled up north to camp and always preferred to be outside, rather than indoors.
She is survived by her husband, Lynn W. Stevens; daughter, Shauna (Richard) Athey; son, Darick (RaeEllen) Stevens; and three grandchildren, Jay Stevens, Rachel Athey and Katelyn Athey.
Sharon was preceded in passing by her parents and sister, Shirley Tellam.
Cremation will take place. Per Sharon's wishes, there will be no public services at this time. The family asks donations to be directed towards the Alzheimer's Association, link to donate below.
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