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Florence Louise Stephens

Visitation Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Visitation Time: 3:00-9:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Thursday, September 19th, 2019
Funeral Time: 9:30 am
Place of Funeral: St. Isidore Church
Funeral Notes: Family and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home Thursday at 8:30 a.m.
Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery

Florence Louise Stephens (nee Croce), age 90, of Bartlett (formerly of Franklin Park, Chicago & Ohio); retiree of Midwest Bank (coordinator of the Senior Funtimers Group), former Sultana of the International Order of Alhambra and member of Bartlett Women’s Club, author, artist, pianist, gardener and a wonderful cook; began her eternal life with our heavenly Father, Love of her Life and passed family and friends on September 13, 2019. Beloved wife for 40 years of the late Ashby “Steve” Elmore Stephens; devoted mother of William, Stephen (Janet, nee Seleski) and Elisa (nee Stephens, (Mark)) Stevens; cherished grandmother/Nani of Samantha (Kyle Peck), Christopher, Joshua “Joshie”, Ashley “Ashy/Little Ash” (nee Stevens, (Mike)) Paparella, Amanda, Aaron (Alyssa) Seleski, Casandra “Casey” and Alexandria “Lexi”; proud great grandmother of Nova, Noah, Nylah and Leilani; loving daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Croce (nee Petramala); dear sister of Mary Jane (nee Croce, (William)) Croce, and the late Samuel “Bob” (the late Julia, nee DiBenedetto) Croce; daughter in law of the late James and Millie Elizabeth Stephens (nee Elmore); sister in law of Dorothy “Pug” (nee Stephens, (James)) Wilson, the late Myrtice (nee Stephens, (the late Paul)) Manley, and the late W. Roy (Debbie) Stephens; former mother in law of Matilda and the late Margie; former sister in law of Mozell Stephens; dear aunt, cousin and friend to many. Funeral Thursday, family and friends are invited to gather 8:30 a.m. at Salerno’s Rosedale Chapels 450 W. Lake St. Roselle, IL. 60172 (3/4 mile west of Bloomingdale/Roselle Rd.) to St. Isidore Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 3:00-9:00 p.m. For info 630-889-1700 or www.salernofuneralhomes.com.

Funeral Home

Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: (630) 889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake Street Roselle IL, 60172

Church Details

St. Isidore Church

Phone: (630) 529-3045
Address: 427 W Army Trail Rd. Bloomingdale IL, 60108
Service Date: September 19th 2019
Funeral Time: 9:30 am

Interment Details

Mount Carmel Cemetery

Address: 1400 S. Wolf Rd. Hillside Illinois ,

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Posted by:
Gene Mansch

Posted on:
Monday, September 16, 2019

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man. God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Posted by:
Mary Ann Andrews

Posted on:
Sunday, September 15, 2019

My prayers are with Flo's family. We met about 3-4 yrs ago when Flo joined the Bartlett Women's Club. She was always willing to help with our Fashion Show Fundraiser. She would ask me to give her something she could do while sitting down. I was so impressed with her eagerness to help & she was able to work at home sorting our raffle tickets for the event. She also attended the fashion show and sold raffle tickets on that day. She was a delight to talk to and I was so impressed when she was typing, into the computer, all her family recipes. I hope her special dishes will bring many happy memories of this lovely lady. We will miss her!

Posted by:
Dr. & Mrs. Dustin Alexander-Perez & Family

Posted on:
Saturday, September 14, 2019

Dear Stephens Family, We are saddened to hear of Mrs. Stephens' passing. The members in your family my wife, children and I have been blessed to know and work with serve as an enduring testament as to the virtuous lady Mrs. Stephens was. May you carry the pride and love that your beloved obviously shared and nurtured in each of you. Being part of such a dynamic legacy will hopefully bring you comfort as you carry on from this point forward. There is nothing nor anyone you are leaving behind. We pray you find solace knowing this really isn't goodbye, but until you and Mrs. Stephens see each other again. If we can be of any service, please contact us. Peace be with you all. -Dusty, Da'nae & Family