James Murray “Hap” Stevenson

Died: March 7, 2011 | Place: Middlesex Terrace Nursing Home

Obituary

STEVENSON: James Murray “Hap”
At Middlesex Terrace Nursing Home, Delaware on Monday, March 7, 2011. James Murray “Hap” Stevenson of London in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Margaret M. (Gray) Stevenson (1986). Dear father of Linda D. Stevenson of London. Dear brother-in-law of Don and Mona Gray of London. Also loved by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his son William Murray Stevenson (1957) and his sisters Ada Howe and Irene Stevenson. Jim retired from the London Free Press in 1983. Friends will be received by the family from 7 to 9 pm Wednesday, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London and 1 to 2 pm Thursday, March 10th at Mount Zion United Church, 471 Ridgewood Cres South., London where the funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. According to Jim’s wishes, flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Brick Street Cemetery, c/o Bernie Gill, 471 Ridgewood Cres. South, London, ON N6J 3M7 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 123 St. George Street, London, ON N6A 3A1. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

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  1. Annabelle LeBreton March 8, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    It is always sad to see the passing of another good person. Hap was indeed one of those dear people who did for others cheerfully and with a kind heart. His visits will be missed. Our sincere sympathy is extended to Linda who will miss Hap the most. Our thoughts and prays are with you, Linda. Love, Annabelle and Jack

  2. Sharon Carmichael March 9, 2011 at 8:19 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you Linda during this difficult time.
    Our sincere condolences
    Love Sharon and Doug

  3. Lydia March 9, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    I met Hap nearly 20yrs ago when my oldest son was just learning to walk at the Zellers Rest in Westmount Mall in London,one big smile from my son and Hap and his companion Chris became a part of our lives, I went on to have two more children and Hap of course was there to welcome them, whem my youngest was born I even had a hospital visit ( as we knew ahead of time the date) After moving to Goderich we had a big surprize one day when the “Barney” car (as Hap was known to refer to his car due to the light purple color) pulled up at our home! A wonderfull visit.When I moved back to Bayfield I knew I could look forward to nice weather visits with one of the Sweetest True Gentlemen I have ever been lucky enough to know.Although its been a number of years since we have seen Hap he has always been close to our hearts Thanks For the Good Times and Rest Well My Friend

  4. barb wagner March 9, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    Dear Linda;
    I thought highly of your Dad and am very saddened by his passing.We met for many years at Westmount Mall and I was always surprised at his memory and knowledge of so many places and things. I did so enjoy our talks and several times the 3 of us went in the spring for pancakes at a Maple Syrup place in the country. I am very proud to have called him a ‘good friend’so I send you my Sincere Condolences and always be proud that he was your Dad.I will truely miss him.

    Saddened
    Barbara Wagner

  5. Kelly Sauve March 10, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    Dear Linda,

    We were sad to hear of Uncle Hap’s passing, but we’re glad that he didn’t have to suffer in the end. I know how hard it can be to lose a parent, at any age, and I will be keepinhg you in my thoughts and prayers. You will be busy now with lots of details, but remember to take time for yourself and that whenever you need help and support the extended ‘Gray’ Family will be there for you.

    We were lucky to have Uncle Hap around for as long as we did. Courtney and I certainly appreciated him thinking of us every Christmas and we still have all the silver dollars he sent. It is nice to have so much love in our lives, especially from someone who’s knickname was Happy 🙂

    Take Care, Love,
    Kelly, Steve and Katelyn

  6. Susa Woodhouse March 10, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    Dear Linda
    We were very sorry to here of your dads passing. Mum and I are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.
    Jim will be missed by all the people who knew him at Kitchigami.

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