Delores (Dee) Elaine Stevenson passed away at home on October 16, 2024 with her daughter Shawna at her side at the age of 90. She was born on June 15, 1934 in Bell Fourch, S. Dakota to Bill Perry & Isabelle Caras Fischer.
She married John (Jiggs) Stevenson on July 5, 1958 and raised four children. She dedicated many years of her life to serving the community as a waitress at the Top Deck, Lisa’s Lamplighter, and The Copper King. She was committed to serving others by volunteer work giving communion at the nursing homes.
A couple special memories from this summer that meant so much to Delores. The four kids put together a surprise 90th birthday party at the McQueen Club on June 15th. Bill and Tessi came from Tennessee to surprise her. It was packed with family and friends. Bill stayed for a month, he and Dee spent some quality time together. The 4th of July Dee had a family gathering. Of course, July 5th is Jiggs and Dees anniversary. Daughter in law, Tessi; and granddaughter, Marie; came from Tennessee for Dees grandson, Cody and Kasie’s wedding on July 6th. Delores has some amazing memories from this summer.
Her artistic contribution of painting the Blessed Mary in the parking lot of St. John’s Catholic Church was a piece she cherished. Joe was able to bring it to her home where she enjoyed it in her front yard for several months until her passing.
Dee loved holidays and cooking for everyone to gather at her home. Her love for Christmas was evident in the elaborate decorations she put inside & outside her home, always centered around her Christmas tree.
Dee is preceded in death by her parents; Husband, John Stevenson; Son-in-law, Gary Taylor; Niece, Debbie Bleken.
Dee is survived by daughters, Lonnie Taylor, Shawna Stevenson (George Strutzel); Sons, Bill (Tessi) Stevenson, Joe (Vicki) Stevenson; Sister, Vonnie Garrett; Grandchildren, Michelle (Jack) Arthur, Patience Taylor; Marie, Christopher & Jeremy Stevenson; Cody (Kasie) Stevenson; Noah (Bonnie) Coffman; 12 great grandkids, numerous nephews and nieces; fur baby, Molly.
A Rosary will be Friday, November 8, 2024 at 6 PM at St. Patrick’s Church.
A service to honor Delores’ life & faith will be held at St. Patrick’s Church on Saturday, November 9,
2024, at 11 AM.
Reception to follow at the Depot, 818 S. Arizona Ave.
Contributions in memory of Dee can be made to Chelsea Bailey Animal Shelter, 699 Centennial Ave. Butte.
Axelson Funeral & Cremation Services is privileged to care for Delores and her family.
Please visit below to leave a condolence or share a memory of Delores.
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
11:00 a.m.
Saturday November 9, 2024
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
Butte, Montana 59701
Luncheon
Immediately Following
Saturday November 9, 2024
The Butte Depot.
Butte, Montana 59701
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Matthew S. CNA (CONTINENTAL CARE & REHAB) says
I’ll keep smiling Dee!!! Thanks for the hugs, I’ll miss you till we meet again.
Debbie Bajovich says
Such a beautiful person. Always had a smile. Always asked about others.
George Strutzel says
I was deeply saddened to hear that Delores had passed. My condolences and prayers are with the family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Stacy Leipheimer says
Deepest sympahties to Joe and family!
Michelle Arthur says
You are with grandpa now or as you would say, “Your Jiggsy”. Love you.
Sharon Pettersen says
Just a beautiful sweet lady she was always there to help anyone and loved everyone she was a great cook everyone loved her cooking my brother loved for cooking tell him hello as well as mymomand my two sisters and my three brothers in lawsl love you dee keep on smiling we will all love the family
Diane Nees says
Dee was one of the best – I remember the fun times from years ago with Dee.
Norma anderson says
Dee was one of God’s angels here on earth! A very dear friend to all who knew her. Delightful in always sharing delicious meals she made to those she loved and cared about. Above all, she cherished her catholic faith and was anxious to share it with all she knew including the rosary holy communion and prayers to nursing homes and shutting. God bless you dee. We love you
Tina Rader says
I’m so sorry to see that Dee passed away. She was the sweetest little lady. She always came into my work and we gave each other a hug. We talked about Shawna and Noah and his kids. Rest in Peace Sweet Dee♥️♥️♥️
Bill Hooper says
There was not a day I worked with Dee that she did not make me smile. Amazing caring person. Godspeed Dee..
Millie Rigby says
So sorry to read your mom has passed Shauna. It’s hard to lose our moms. Prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Ackerman Schultz says
We are so sorry to hear of Dee’s passing. She lived a good life. May she rest in peace and live on in the hearts of those who loved her. Hugs, Kathy and Nick Schultz (Yakima cousins)