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Lynne Stevens Obituary
It is also how the light can leave. Lynne Stevens, at 70 years of age, found that thin spot in the veil on December 11, 2015 and slipped towards the light. She was on vacation in Playa Grande, Costa Rica with a group of friends when she was pulled into a rip ride and drowned. Lynne, the daughter of Clarence and Alice Stevens, was born in Berkeley on October 2, 1945. She is survived by a younger brother Earl Stevens of Willits. She kept many friends from her school days, graduating Berkeley High School in 1962, with many lifelong connections.
Lynne had one life desire and that was to have a daughter. Sabrina survives her mother, living and working with children in Willits. Lynne was a part of the back to the land movement in the 70's, partnering and building an off-the-grid cabin in Mendocino County.
Reinventing herself in the early 90's she moved to Sonoma County to find more work and service opportunities. She was a survivor and thriver, working several human service jobs before retiring in 2010 from Sonoma County Public Health.
She will be missed by the many friends in and out of her spiritual community, friends who were drawn to her kindness, gentle contemplative spirit, compassion for others with different struggles and her groundedness. She will be missed but live on in our hearts.
She leaves her life partner, Donna Jones, her family and extended family in Sebastopol, California where she lived her last 15 years.
Her memorial will be at the Community Church of Sebastopol on January 30, 2016 at 2 p.m. Come and help us honor and celebrate Lynne and a life worth living.
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Cassie Gibson
January 7, 2022
Thank you for the sweet reminder. I can see Lynne´s face so clearly.She had a wonderful laugh.
Donna Jones
February 8, 2016
Lynnie, you were the love of my life. It has been such a great experience opening to loving kindness with you. You will continue to inspire me. I miss you so.
Elaine La Beau (Moonitz)
January 31, 2016
We lived across the street on The Alameda in Berkeley for many years. We were about 5 or 6 years old. I moved to Southern Cal. however we did see each other a few times and did connect on Facebook. A beautiful life taken too soon. Love you Lynnie.
Pam Campbell
January 29, 2016
Dear Lynne, I will always be grateful to have known you. Thank you for your gentle kindness. The world is far better for you having been here.
Lynn Scuri
January 27, 2016
Lynne and I worked a Public Health together for several years. She was a good friend,always so caring and grounded, focusing on what is really important in life.
Marge Foulks
January 24, 2016
Thank you Lynne Stevens for making so many people happy, especially my friend Donna Jones. RIP.
Mallory Gerard
January 24, 2016
A world without this beautifully gentle person is a sorrier world indeed. We would all do well to keep her as our constant inspiration.
January 24, 2016
"Lynne and I were born one day apart, and became fast friends. Her kindness, and smile will forever be remembered. I am sad for her loss for all who knew her." Karren Kearney <
January 24, 2016
A beautiful and fitting obituary for a lovely person. We will think of you often Lynne.
Cheryl White
Karen Clark
January 23, 2016
I met Lynne when we happened to have side-by-side cubicles in the new 5th Street Public Health building. I will always cherish that chance meeting. Lynne had a heart full of love for her fellow travelers on Earth. She never missed an opportunity to gift people with empathy, which resulted in an uplifting of spirit. Knowing her was a joy. I am sad to see her pass on, but I will continue to be a better person for having known her. RIP, Lynne.
Sue Santos
January 22, 2016
What a beautifully written obituary notice honoring her life. We will miss Lynne....
Deo Deneau
January 22, 2016
Lynne was a very kind soul and will be missed. RIP dear one. My condolences to Donna, her family and friends.
January 21, 2016
Lynne,Laurie Garrett and I stayed together on the occasion of our 25th BHS reunion.We ha previously reconnected in Ukiah and had made Facebook plans over the years to reconnect-we never did-although seeing her photos was always a pleasure-I'm very sorry I missed my chance to keep our friendship current-time goes so quickly- my heart goes out to Joyce and all the folks who made her life wonderful-She had a wild laugh and a beautiful smile-cassie gibson
Laurie Seale
January 20, 2016
Lynne Stevens was one of the nicest people I have ever met. She and her kindness will be missed. I am sorry for this great loss. Laurie Seale
January 20, 2016
Lynn was a hoot. I wish I got to work with her longer then the few months she was here at DHS fiscal. She was truly a wonderful lady. We miss you Lynn. KB
Carol DuBay
January 20, 2016
I worked with Lynne at public heath in Sonoma County. I am so sorry for your loss. she was always friendly and kind when I saw her in the building. my deepest condolences.
January 18, 2016
I'm truly sorry for your loss. Pray constantly for comfort and strength in coping with your loss. 1 Thessalonians 5:17
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