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Rick Stevenson Obituary
Rick Stevenson succumbed to head injuries from a fall on December 5th, 2009, at age 57.
Rick was born in Redding and was a life long resident of Shasta County. He graduated from Anderson High in 1970 and attended Shasta College. For the last 15 years, he worked at the Walmart Distribution Center in Red Bluff.
He married the love of his life, Debbie, in July 2002.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Stevenson.
Rick is survived by his wife Debbie, Father Stan, step-mother Sharon, brother Rob, sister Sherry Pate, brother-in-law Wilson Pate, daughter Melissa, son Casey, step-daughters Alison Bouley and Amy Norris, son-in-laws Ryan Bouley and Troy Flick, grandchildren Regan Bouley, Ava Bouley, and Carson Stevenson and a very large expanded Stevenson family.
Rick was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and horseman and was active in the local cowboy community. He was a happy man that always had a smile on his face and a funny quote to pass along. Rick was actively involved in softball leagues for many years and was an avid Giants fan.
Please join us in a Celebration of His Life open house/potluck at the Millville Odd Fellows Hall, 22551 Silverlode Road in Palo Cedro on Friday December 11th from 3-6 pm.
Donation in lieu of flowers to: Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund,
In Memory of Rick Stevenson,
101 Pro Rodeo Drive,
Colorado Springs, CO 80919.
www.prorodeo.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Rick Stevenson
Debbie Stevenson
January 6, 2010
My Darling Husband, I miss you so. You are always in my thoughts. Thank you so much for the most wonderful years a person could experience. You are the most thoughful, kind, understanding, giving person I know. Your smile, laugh and acts of kindness will live with me forever. We will ride together again but for now-know I love you so much.
Vicki Sutter
December 30, 2009
Sherri - I am so sorry that I couldn't be there for you then and now. Contact me at [email protected]
Love, Vicki
Darrin Oilar
December 23, 2009
I was absolutely stunned when I heard the news. I'm so sorry Debbie. Truly sorry.
Mike Brock
December 21, 2009
Uncle Stan, Aunt Sharon & family. Even though we never got to meet Rick, he is still family. We send our condolences. I know it is hard to lose a loved one.God has a plan for us all. I guess it must be round up time in Heaven and God needed another cowboy. May God Bless the entire family. Mike & Sue Brock, Kelso Wa.
Sandy & Sheila Johnson
December 16, 2009
Debbie we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your and Rick's families during this difficult time.
December 16, 2009
Debbie, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John and Lynette (Kranig) Deetz
Phil George
December 16, 2009
Debbie and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. We especially miss those who had such a positive attitude and quick infectious smile as did Rick. Smiles create smiles. You might take comfort in the next smile you see... He may have started it!
Mark Ostrom
December 16, 2009
Debbie I'm so sorry for your loss! Rick was a standup guy and it's tragic to loose one's life at christmas, or to loose anyone then! Please know that others are grieving with you and may the holidays somehow be good to you.
Life must go on now.. difficult as it will be. You're not alone!
December 16, 2009
Debbie, I had only met Rick at a reunion, but he seemed like a very nice man. I'm so sorry for your loss.
peace...brad
James Blakesley
December 16, 2009
THERE IS NEVER A GOOD TIME FOR HAVING TO EXPERIANCE SUCH GRIEF, MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND MAY THE BLESSINGS BE.
Randy French
December 16, 2009
Debbie and Family....I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Rick. It is hard anytime when we lose someone, but especially hard when it is so sudden. Our Love and Prayers go out to your Family as they deal with this horrible loss. May God grant you comfort and strength. Randy & Jennie French
Brandy Dunton
December 14, 2009
Debbie, Casey, Melissa, Sheri, Rob, Stan and Sharon~ I will forever miss Rick... I will always remember him and his smile. He was a wonderful thoughful person. I am truly sorry this is a tragic loss!! Love Brandy and Mark Dunton
THERESA & ALBERT PAOLI
December 12, 2009
Dear, MRS.Stevenson & Family! MY HUSBAND & I WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR BEST WISHES IN YOUR TIME OF NEED. SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RICK. MY HUSBAND ALBERT TALKED TO RICK EVERY DAY HE CAME INTO THE YARD AND IS GOING TO MISS HIM DEARLY.
Donna Judson
December 12, 2009
Stan, Rob, Sherri, Wilson & family: So sorry to hear about Rick. I will remember Rick from my gymkhana days as a kid at the Oregon Trail Riders. Rick was always so nice and thoughtful, the kind of big brother anyone would be proud of. Take Care
Donna Pate-Judson
Wayne & Nedra Dersch
December 12, 2009
Debbie,
Words can't tell you how sorry we were to hear about Rick. Our thoughts are with you and we hope all your good memories with Rick will help you through this sad time.
Joanne Smith
December 11, 2009
Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time as you grief from your loss of your beloved husband. God bless you.
December 11, 2009
Debbie & Family, we extend our deepest sympathies. May God confort you always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Judy & Rich Carrel
Charlie Ehn
December 11, 2009
I'll never forget hanging out at the Stevenson place growing up.
I especially won't forget the V.F.W. dance where Rick picked out the biggest guy on the dance floor saying something like "my big brother says he's going to kick your butt and he's right over there"
I didn't think it was funny, but everyone else did,while they watched me grovel.
Jane Slaughter
December 11, 2009
Debbie, you are in my thoughts and my prayers and I mourn your loss because I know all about "the love of your life". I will keep you close in my thoughts. God bless you my dear sweet friend.
With love,
Jane
Linda Bradfield
December 11, 2009
Debbie, I was so shocked and felt such sorrow when I heard about Rick. I know he was the love of your life as you were his. My prayers will be that you be blessed with the peace of God that surpasses all understanding and that somehow, someway, God find a way to help fill the void that is left.
All our thoughts are with you,
Love you,
Linda
Bill Oneal
December 11, 2009
Dabbie, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family and we all miss you and wish peasce in your heart as he is with the lord. I will pray for you and your family in this time of healing.
Your friend
Bill O'Neal
Ron & Louise Masingale
December 11, 2009
We still can't believe it. Thankgoodness we did make memories with Rick and his whole family. That is a gift that no one can take away. He made alot of marks on peoples heart, especially Debbie's. Rick is loved for the special person he is and will be missed by many. The last good-bye is the hardest one to say, but this is where the cowboy rides away. Love and God Bless
don and coleen smith
December 11, 2009
dear debbie and family,we were so sadden by the passing of rick,we didn,t know him well but uncle don enjoyed visiting with him at the family reunion. we are so,so sorry for your lost we will be thinking of you always.uncle don and aunt coleen.
Kerry & Karlyn Paulson
December 11, 2009
So very sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to you Melissa and the rest of your family.
Kathy & Don Woolley
December 11, 2009
Lots of great memories of the old days of Rick at the Oregon Trail Riders playdays he was always so fun and a great smile. Also some nice Friday night pizza's we happend to share at the Eagle's Nest. He will be missed so sorry for your loss.
December 11, 2009
Rick, J.O. said it just the way I would. We'll miss you out on the yard always taking the time to stop and chat, asking "getting in kinda late arn't you?". Steve will miss you honking when you drive by in your pickup while he's working in the orchard. Good bye for now, Steve and Peggy Biro
Susan Haydar
December 11, 2009
To Melissa and the whole Stevenson family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Melissa, I wish I could give you a great big hug. There aren't the right words to express sadness and grief when tradegy happens but I hope you find comfort in those who are there to support you. Your dad passed knowing what a sucessful, bright, beautiful young woman you are.
Love you,
Sue
Brent Panther
December 10, 2009
From the time I heard of this terrible accident, I had a hard time believing. I have known Rick for the past 15 years that he has work with me at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center. We would talk about everything from sports, to both of our love of hunting, and sometimes about the family. Rick was always saying how great Debbie is as his wife, and how they liked doing a lot of the same things. They were, as Rick said, best friends.
Rick will be missed, and I will probably look for Him to be driving around the corner in truck 758 for some time to come.
Mike & Emma Post
December 10, 2009
Debbie, Mike and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Rick was truly one of the "good guys" and every time we saw him, he was enjoying the moment. May the memories you shared together get you through the tough days ahead. God bless you.
December 10, 2009
Sis, you had a GREAT ride. Cherish every memory, you had it all. Love Linda
Richard & Peggy (Turner) Prescott
December 10, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Rick will be missed and his memories cherished by all who have been blessed to share his life.
Tina Skow
December 10, 2009
I was so sorry to hear the news about Rick. I met him through my brother-in-law Fred Kirch and my sister Susie. Rick walked with me in their wedding over 30 years ago and it probably has been 25 years since I had seen him last. I remember when he would come to visit Fred summers ago. He always joined right in with whatever was going on whether it was swimming or playing baseball in the Cow Pasture. He was kind and friendly. This is a tragedy and my prayers go out to his whole family. I know he was loved dearly and will be greatly missed by many.
December 10, 2009
We are very sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy.
Ed & Sandy Axner
Eddie & Jeannette
Julie
Cyndee & Stacy
December 10, 2009
To all of the Stevenson Family - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Rick. I did not know Rick but do know Sherry, Wilson, Stan and Sharon. If Rick was anything like his Dad and Sherry he had to be a wonderful man and from everything I have heard about him he was. I am so sorry that I never had the opportunity to meet him. Sherry, Wilson, Stan and Sharon my thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the Stevenson Family. Rhonda Smith-Bergstrom
(Livestock Inspector at Shasta on Fridays)
Brenda Lewis & Brent Gay
December 10, 2009
Dear Stan & Sharon,
We were so sorry to hear about Rick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Telephone Pioneers
December 10, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
December 10, 2009
Sherri and Debbie, just know that we love you guys and will always be here for you. Rick was a great guy and always had something to say to brighten our day. Hold on to all of your memories and keep him alive in your heart.
Curt and Connie Casey
John Dunbar
December 10, 2009
Sheri, Rob, Stan, Sharon and friends, so sorry for the loss. Besides all the other good times, I always looked forward to buddying up with Rick yearly at the Red Bluff Sale.
Jack Clary
December 10, 2009
I have lost an old friend, my best friend growing up. We rode together in the Oregon Trail Riders and seemed like we were always after the same girl in high school. The things we did growing up that our parents never knew about and even the things they did know about will always bring a smile to my heart. He was the type of friend you could always count on. We kind of lost touch some over the last years, but he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Stevenson family.
Cindy Fisher
December 9, 2009
Debbie - I am so thankful that I was able to know Rick, through you. One of the things that I will always remember is Rick's smiling face & his Giant's baseball hats. He is always such a doll! My favorite thing about Rick (and you) is the way that you love each other, have fun together & really respect each other. Thanks for being such an inspiring example. I will miss you, Rick.
Teri Ulberg
December 9, 2009
To all the Stevenson family, We are so sorry for you loss and Rick will be greatly missed. Our heart goes out to you all.
Cliff & Teri Ulberg/ The Durflingers
Shannon Muller-Price
December 9, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Ken & Leslie Hufford
December 9, 2009
Dear Stevenson Family,
GOD GAVE US COWBOYS
God gave us cowboys for a lot of good reasons, so we'd appreciate sunset and rainclouds and seasons.
God gave us cowboys so we wouldn't forget that there's no harm in hard work and no shame in sweat.
God gave us cowboys so we'd know what to do with horses and guitars and leather and boots.
God gave us cowboys so that we could see in a pinch you can make it on coffee and beans.
God gave us cowboys so that we would know there's a difference between lonely and ridin' alone.
God gave us cowboys so we'd understand that you're signing a contract when you shake a man's hand.
God gave us cowboys but only a few, so if you were lucky enough to know Rick, well that's God blessing you.
He will always be in our hearts.
Jodi McMurtrey
December 9, 2009
Debbie - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rick was such a special person and I was blessed to know him. The happiness you guys shared will live through all of us. Please let me know if you need anything.
Burney& Diana Harman
December 9, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Vicky Gibson-Eggen
December 9, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all who loved Rick and knew him, and to those, who didn’t, you missed a great man.
Some of my fondest memories are rooted in the western values of the Stevenson clan family gatherings which most always involved a rope, horses, cattle or the pursuit thereof. And, of course, there is always lots of laughter and love.
One of my favorites is from a time about 40 years ago when we were kids at one such outing. The work was done for the moment, but play continued. The young boys in the group were wrestling over something, and this time the action was a little rougher than usual. Rob, Rick’s brother, the typical instigator of commotion, got strung up on a stout fence post upside down from the back of his pants-belt loops and couldn’t get loose. He was kicking, wiggling and a hollerin’ for Rick, who was standing near enough to keep a protective watchful eye, as well as close enough to get him down if he wanted. Rob was getting madder with each word and it seemed more so because Rick wasn’t movin’ and neither were the rest of us because it meant we’d have to cross Rick to get there.
After a fashion, I looked at Rick and said, “Well, do you suppose its time we help him?” With a quiet resolve and a deep wisdom just like Uncle Stan’s that I would come to respect and appreciate about Rick over the years, he simply and without too much effort said, “If we go too soon, he won’t learn nothin’ from it!” This was always Rick’s way, Cowboy Logic!
I’ve been very blessed to call Rick family and a dear friend for these many years. I will always treasure these many simple, but profound lessons learned along life’s way.
~J.O. williams
December 9, 2009
I have lost a special friend,on fridays I would look forword to stopping and talking to rick on the yard.My fridays will never be the same.My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Ben Snyder
December 9, 2009
Melissa and Casey- you are in my families thoughts and prayers. Im sorry for your loss
Miles & Edith Murphy
December 9, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Stevenson family & friends.
Duane and Tami Baker
December 9, 2009
Dear Debbie,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thougths and thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. We will be in touch.. in the meantime,,,I send this with love and prayers.
Marsha Kelley
December 9, 2009
Debbie, my heart goes out to you at this most difficult time. If there is anything I can do to help, please let me know.
Candace & Matt Zappetini
December 9, 2009
Dear Stevenson Family: Words cannot express how sad I am for you all. It seems so unreal that he's gone. I still remember the good ol' days at the Oregon Trail Riders when I was a little, little girl. Your family has always been such a steadfast staple in our area and it just seems so impossible that there is one anchor missing. The years that he and Rob worked with my Dad and all the memories. . it's just not right that he left so soon. With deepest sympathies and much love.
Karen (Nachreiner) Dunbar
December 9, 2009
Debbie, Mom called to let us know about Rick. We are so sorry for your loss. I have such good memories of Rick when we were kids and all through the years. I am glad that he found you and had these years in your life. Our prayers are with you, Stan, Sharon, Sherry, Rob and the rest of his very extended family. You are always so kind to my Mom, I feel like we are part of your family as well. Take care.....
December 9, 2009
My Heart goes out to Ricks Family! I did not have the honor to meet his family however knowing Rick for 15 years, I know that he loved his family with all his heart. Most of our conversations were of Grandchildren and family and how much they mean to us! He was a kind and thoughtful man. He will truly be missed!
Jeanne Burroughs
December 9, 2009
Please accept our deepest Sympathy in your tragic loss of Rick.
Merle and Brenda Wolf
December 9, 2009
stevenson family sorry for your loss.
dr.bernet and staff
Jim and Letti Harrison
December 9, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Susan Mann
December 9, 2009
Richard, I will forever miss our heated conversations. I recently found a picture of Rick holding my baby Rob. A picture taken 30 years ago. It made me smile.To his wonderful family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am just a phone call away.
Love You, Susan
Stan & Glorianne Weigand
December 9, 2009
We will miss Rick forever and we will remember the good times we had when he and Debbie came to our ranch and helped us with brandings and cattle drives. He was a super cowboy and we are so sad to lose him.
December 9, 2009
Dearest Debbie and family
Our hearts go out to all of you. What a tragic loss. Rick was a special friend to Fred ever since the 6th grade! It was an honor to have him in our wedding over 35 years ago. We will miss him and his beautiful smile. We send our love and prayers to you all.
Fred and Susie Kirch
Vicki Stevenson-Sutter
December 9, 2009
Sherry, Rob, Melissa and Casey - I am so sorry for you loss. Losing a brother and dad can change your life forever, but know that your memories will also last forever! You are in my thoughts.
December 9, 2009
Rick was an amazing man. 530am Tues - Friday will not be the same without him. He always went the extra mile to help at anytime. His humor was amazing. His love for his family was always know. My prayers are with you at this time. Roxane Maddox
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