Obituary of James Joseph Stevenson

James J. Stevenson, 90, of Niles passed away Thursday, December 3, 2020 at his home. On a very cold January 4, 1930 the late William and LaVerna (Payne) Stevenson in Clay County, Indiana welcomed their son. James was a graduate of Coalmont High School, class of 1948. He enlisted at the age of sixteen in the United States Army and served his country proudly in Korea at the beginning of the Korean War. Upon returning from his service he wed Marilyn Fisher on July 14, 1951 at a ceremony in Sullivan County, Indiana. They just recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary. A short time after their marriage, Jim and Marilyn came to Niles where he was employed by National Standard for many years until his retirement. During retirement he enjoyed his time at Niles Precision Company where he drove a delivery van. James made lifelong friends through his love of golf and bowling. James and Marilyn have been faithful member of Summit Church in Niles. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers; William, Charles, Robert and Harvey Stevenson and his sisters; Susan Rehmel and Anna Denny. Jim is survived by his wife, Marilyn Stevenson of Niles; his sons, David Stevenson of Berrien Springs and Brian (Jacki) Stevenson of Niles, and his granddaughters, Jena and Rachel Stevenson, both of Niles. He is also survived by his sister, Wilma Cochran of Coalmont, Indiana, his brother Warren (June) Stevenson of Lewis, Indiana as well as many nieces and nephews. A graveside service for Jim will take place on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Silverbrook Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Dan Miller officiating. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in honor of Jim have been asked to consider Caring Circle Hospice, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085. Condolences, photos, and memories can be left for Jim’s family at www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home.