Obituary of Anna May Stephens

Anna May Stephens passed away peacefully at Sakura House, Woodstock on June 29, 2024 at the age of 92. Loving wife of 53 years to the late William “Bill” Stephens. She is survived by her children Michael Stephens and his wife Shaila Ahmed of Toronto, Marilee Stephens of Edmonton, Sandy Stephens of Toronto, Mark Stephens of St. Marys, and grandchild Naylah Stephens. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Bessie Thompson, as well as a large extended family of beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. Anna is predeceased by her son Scott Stephens, parents Ballantyne and Margaret Thompson, parents-in-law Clarence and Jane Stephens, brother Vernon Thompson, sister Helen McLean-Nethercott, brothers in-law Lloyd McLean and Gorden Nethercott, and sister-in-law Marion Bickell.

Anna was a nurse and a teacher and was an actively engaged member of her church and community. She will be remembered for her kindness, love of music, dedication to her family, and eagerness to lend a helping hand. She had many talents and made a positive impact on those around her.  

The family would like to thank all the health care professionals who took care of her in the last few weeks of her life.

Visitation will be held at the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, 47 Wellington St. S., St. Marys (519-284-2820) on Friday, July 5, from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted at the ST. MARYS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 147 Widder St E, St. Marys, on Saturday, July 6^th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mark Wolfe officiating. Reception to follow in the church hall. Interment at Avonbank Cemetery following the reception.

Memorial donations may be made to the

St. Marys Healthcare Foundation
Box 940 St. Marys,
ON N4X 1B6