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1953
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2020
Edward Stevens Obituary
Ashburnham - Edward "Ed" D. Stevens, age 67, died among family at his home in Ashburnham, MA. on August 27th after battling brain cancer. Ed was born in Worcester, MA. to Harroll and Hazel Stevens in 1953 and grew up in Auburn, MA. After graduating from high school, Ed joined the Marines attaining the rank of Sergeant. Upon leaving the Marine Corps (not really, once a Marine, always a Marine) he worked as an independent carpenter and builder and then as custodian and groundskeeper for the Ayer school system retiring in 2017. Ed was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, and spending as much time as possible outdoors. He also enjoyed spending time on his boat with family and friends on Lake Monomonac or in his garage building cool stuff and drinking an "occasional" beer.
Ed is survived by his loving wife of 34 years Shirley Stevens; daughter Barbara Dupuis and her husband Jason Andersen; son Robert Dupuis and his wife Treon Dupuis; three grandchildren: Theo Andersen, Margaux Dupuis and Annie Dupuis; two sisters: June Halberg and husband Bob and their daughters Stefanie and Kirstin (husband Phil Davis and sons Hunter and Chase), and Barbara Gould and her daughter Kindra (son Perry and daughters Kelly and Zoey); as well an assortment of nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, friends and what not.
There will be no visitation and a private service will be held at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Winchendon MA.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation in memory of Edward Stevens to support ongoing research for better treatments at:
Glioblastoma Foundation
P.O.Box 62066
Durham, NC 27715
or via glioblastomafoundation.org/get-involved/donate
Or to The Nature Conservancy supporting responsible and balanced habitat maintenance at support.nature.org.
Or, go get some beer and watch the sunset or a passing storm with someone close to you.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Stevens
Lucille DaCosta
August 26, 2022
Ed was such a wonderful person to work with. I know you are looking over all of us. Rest easy my friend.
EJ Wirtanen
September 9, 2020
Ed was more of a brother to me than a brother in law. He taught me all about hunting, camping, fishing and building. I will always remember the lessons I learned from him. What a Guy. God bless --- Love you Shirley & kids.
Lucille DaCosta
September 6, 2020
I am so sorry and sad to hear of Ed’s passing away. He was such a great person to around. Sending you hugs and prayers at this difficult time.❤
Jane Steinberg
September 6, 2020
Ed you were a sweetheart of a man
You helped me keep my fields in tip top shape for all sports
You built the stairs to my attic
You always had a story to tell
I am so sorry for your illness
Hope you are hunting with your friends up there
Will always miss you
Jane Steinberg
Sharon Webb
September 5, 2020
I'm so very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I worked as a school counselor for years in the same building with Ed in Ayer. He was ALWAYS so patient, kind & calm--and would go out of his way to help in any way needed. He seemed happiest when he was outside on the riding mower or doing various outdoor projects, but he was always quick to respond to any need, no matter where it was. My sincere sympathies to all of his family and friends.
Ted & Karen Januskiewicz
September 5, 2020
Our deepest condolences, Ed was a great guy, sending prayers to the family.
Lisa Fortunato
September 4, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. My condolences to the Stevens family, EJ n to al who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace.
Brenda Doty
September 4, 2020
Shirley, I hope my words to you will somehow let you know my heartfelt thoughts are with you. I will always treasure the time you invited me to join you and Ed on a boat ride and how it was a fun loving experience to see Ed jump into water with Theo and Chase...moments together are never forgotten..they are forever remembered...God bless you
Lynne Guittar
September 3, 2020
I'm so sad to read about my cousin Edward on line. My prayers to you Shirley, and family. Also to cousin June And Barbara for your brothers departure. He's with the angels now, and no more suffering and pain.
TODD P GOULD
September 3, 2020
To the entire family on behalf of the entire Gould family we would like to send our condolences.
Jim Fleck
September 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss Shirley. May Ed Rest In Peace. I will always remember him hunting in NH and enjoying the outdoors.
Vivian A Mello
September 2, 2020
I did not know Ed, but I knew his sister, Barbara. What I wonderful family. My condolences to all. God Bless.
Don ''Max" McCormick
September 2, 2020
I am so very sad to hear of Ed's passing. What a shame. Ed and I grew up next to each other in Auburn in the fifties and sixties, before our parents had to move their houses to make way for the highway. We did so much together, from walking to elementary school together to building camps in the woods, ice skating and sledding on the hill across the street and riding bikes all around the neighborhood. Always outside, always taking on adventures and challenges. We had so many good times and good stories to tell, also, all through our years together in high school. And what a time we had for Ed when he returned home from the Marines! I am so sorry we never reunited after that and shared our many stories together over a beer or two. My deepest condolences to Shirley, Barbara, June, his son and daughter, their spouses, grandchildren and the rest of the family. May you Rest In Peace, my old friend. Thank you for all the good memories, the many laughs, and your dedicated service to our country.
Michelle Robertson
September 2, 2020
A. Shirley, Barbara, Bobby, the grands, all of Eds family and friends I am so sorry for your loss, Ed was an awesome, husband, father, granfather, relative and friend. Love you family ❤ RIP Ed, your an angel in heaven as you were here.
Don "Max" McCormick
September 2, 2020
So very sad to hear of Ed's passing. What a shame. Ed and I grew up next to each other in Auburn in the fifties and sixties, before our parents had to move their houses to make way for the highway. We did so much together, from walking to elementary school together to building forts in the woods, ice skating, sledding on the hill across the street and riding bikes all around the neighborhood. Always outside taking on adventures and challenges. We had a so many good times and good stories to tell through our days together in high school. Like that welcome home party for you when you returned from the Marines! I am so sorry we never reunited much after that and shared those many stories together over a beer or two. My deepest condolences to Shirley, Barbara, June, and the rest of the family. May you Rest In Peace, my old friend. Thank you for all the great memories, the many laughs, and your dedicated service to our country.
Eric LeBlanc
September 2, 2020
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss.
Ritch and Alice
September 2, 2020
Ed was the kindest most gentle man I’ve ever known. He will be missed so much. Thinking and praying for you Shirley, Barbara and Bob, during this difficult time. Love you.
Kirstin & Phil
September 2, 2020
Auntie Shirl, Barbara and Bobby...no words can express our sadness and heartache. You 3 have always been the sparkle in Ed's eyes. He will be missed dearly. Love you guys. xoxo.
mark stevens
September 1, 2020
Very sad to see you go with so much time left. Sorry we had not stayed up on things over the years.
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