Clarissa Jane Stevenson (Keeping) RN
August 31, 1927 to April 18, 2023
Obituary
Born on Sagona Island, Fortune Bay on August 31st, 1927, our beautiful Mom passed peacefully on April 18th, 2023.
Predeceased by her husband Charles, parents Clarence and Margaret Keeping, her sisters Phoebe, Nita, Dorcas, Sadie, and her brothers Clarence and Stanley.
Lovingly remembered by her children, Charlene MacLaughlin (Pat), Susan Stevenson (Shawna), Scott Stevenson (Hélène); grandchildren, Mark (Lorena) and Stephen Bishop, Jennifer, Thomas and Grace Stevenson, Margaux, William and Loulou Loptson; her dear sister Shirley Burgess; nieces, nephews and her family of friends at the Masonic Park, Tiffany Village and beyond.
A proud graduate of the General Hospital School of Nursing – Class of ‘49, Clarissa continued her love of learning and caring for others throughout her work life at the General and Janeway hospitals.
Mom was a beautiful blend of kindness and strength, loving unconditionally and always setting a positive example on living a good and healthy life. An avid bridge player, lover of reading and learning, Mom’s curiosity led to endless exploration on her iPad and interesting conversations.
Clarissa and Charles spent many years travelling together, taking long walks, cooking delicious meals and playing bridge whenever they could. From Duckworth Street to Paton Street to the Masonic Park and Tiffany Village, they truly loved life together.
We are so grateful for the many kind gestures and messages during this time of reflection, and extend many thanks to her Tiffany Village community and the compassionate staff at St. Clare’s – 6 West.
Visitation to take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. from 10am-12pm on Saturday, April 22nd.
To send a message of condolence please visit www.carnells.com.
“She will be missed, her smile and her love of life and learning remain in us all.”
Sue and family-we are so sad to hear of the passing of your Mother. We know you have many great memories to hold. Take care! Adrienne and Lex
Scott, Sue and all the family
My sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mom. She lived a good long life .May you cherish the memories.
Condolences
Heather Hickman
Charlene and family.
Saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing ..keep the special memories close to your heart ….Elaine Bruce (Hann)
Sue and Scott,
So sorry to hear about your mother’s passing.. We just learned the news and I am sorry that we missed the wake. And I know Dad will be feel the same way (we just had dinner and I told him the news). We all have such fond memories of your Mom (and your family) and know my parents were great friends of theirs!!
Thinking of you!!
Scott and Sue,I am sorry to hear of your the loss of your mother. I used to chat with your parents often when I lived on Gambier, while I was taking my toddler out for walks. May she rest in peace.
I do not know the Stevenson or Keeping families personally, but I do wish to pass along our condolences to you all, especially to Charlene who I met many years ago as life guards at Bowering Park.
May you all find peace and happiness in the memories of your parents.
Best reards.
Shirley, so so sorry to have lost your sister. While nothing can speak healing to your heart at such a time, we must all be grateful for the long lives lived by your family.
God bless and give you better health in days ahead.
Love
Condolences to the family of Clarissa . A strong and spirited woman indeed! As well, the keepings lived a long and good life. My marriage to Gordon (cousin) also proved to me that his Keeping content of spirit and strength was to be reckoned with. God bless Clarissa and Charles and May they enjoy the blessings of heaven.
To Shirley and all of your sister’s family. Sending my condolences to you in your time of loss. Your loving family memories will help you through this difficult time. Sincerely Phyllis Beckett
Sue and family, my thoughts and love are with you all. Your Mom was the best of all of us. She exuded love, warmth and compassion all the time, and maybe with a little saltiness every now and again.
She will be missed and definitely remembered for making this world a better place. ❤️
Scott, we are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your Mother . Our sincere condolences to you and your family .
Mark and Sylvie Veaudry
Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
It has been many years since we have seen Clarissa but we still remember how kind & fun she was. Wishing you many happy memories of your mom.
Glenn, Collette, Jared & Carly
To Charlene, Susan, Scott and families,
Clarissa (always Mrs. Stevenson to me) and Charles were wonderful friends and next door neighbours on Paton St. to my parents Dorothy and Lloyd Benson. I have many fond memories of those years. Les and I extend our deepest condolences to you all.
Les and Pauline (Benson) Tarrant
Saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to Charlene, Scott, Susan and all family and friends. Have many happy memories of times shared with Clarissa and ( Charlie) here at Masonic Park for many years. Clarissa was very kind , caring, strong , lady and friend . Thinkibg of you all now and in the days ahead..
On behalf of the members of the General Hospital School of Nursing Alumni, I wish to express to Mrs. Stevenson’s family our deepest sympathy. Mrs Stevenson will be remembered during roll call and moment of silence at the annual Alumni dinner on October. He name will also be recorded in the Memorial Book honouring deceased Alumni members. Sincerely, Jeanette Walsh on behalf of Robert Meadus, President, General Hospital School of Nursing Alumni.
Charlene, Susan, Scott and family;
Thinking of you and we extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. Your Mom and Dad were longtime friends with my Mom and Dad…they certainly enjoyed their travels, parties & card games.
May your wonderful memories bring you comfort at this time. Please take care.
Diane (Pack) and Gary Winsor
Clarissa and Charles were our neighbours on Paton St. for many years. We were fortunate to have such wonderful neighbours.
Clarissa was a true lady ..
Sue and I extend our deepest condolences to her family.
Shirley and all Clarissa’s family so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely lady,mild mannered and always smiled.Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Clarissa we miss you and love you forever. love Shirley Judi and Stephen.
Charlene, Susan,, Scott, Shirley and the extended family and friends of Mrs. Stevenson, please accept our heartfelt condolences. So many fond and wonderful memories, throughout the years, connect our families. May your loving memories be a comfort to you. Keeping you in our thoughts.
So very very sorry Shirley for the loss of your beautiful sister – RIP Clarissa.
Charlene, Susan, and Scott, our thoughts are with you as you mourn your beautiful mother. We will always remember her as a wonderful person and are so grateful she had such a long and fulfilling life. Cherish all your treasured memories.
Clarissa Jane Stevenson
I did not know you were sick
I am so sorry that die I wouldn’t wish on nobody
I know what the family are going through
God has taken her to heaven now the gate is open now
Im going to miss her so much
Take care love Sandra
Sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the Stevenson family.
From Shirley Greene
So sorry to hear off Clarissa’s passing. She was a beautiful
lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sue, So sorry to hear of your mum’s passing. She was obviously a remarkable person with a great spirit. I hope all the memories of the fun times and laughs you had together bring you some solace. Condolences to all your family.
Thinking of you, Shawna and your family your special memories will forever stay with you ,those we love will always be with us in spirit you were an amazing daughter to your Mom, May she rest in peace,
Thinking of you, Shawna and your family your special memories will forever stay with you those we love will always be with us in spirit you were an amazing daughter to your Mom, May she rest in peace,
Stevenson family, Sad to learn of Clarissa’s passing .Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.She was a wonderful lady. Sarah and George Chafe.
Our sincere sympathy to you and yours , memories are a great help at this time ,hold them close
My sincere sympathy on your loss. She was a remarkable woman.
Sue, Scott and family
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was such a lovely person – I always enjoyed the time I spent, mostly at volleyball tournaments, with your parents.
Treasure the memories!
Sincere condolences to you all
Sandy
Charlene, Susan, Scott and families, Fred and I send our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your dear Mom. May all the wonderful memories you have of your Mom, and your Dad as well, be kept close to your heart to help you all through this difficult time. Our Gaulton Family and the Stevenson Family were next door neighbours for so many years living on Paton Street. We could always count on your Mom and Dad during the good and not so good times. Your Mom’s smile always lit up the room she was in. I will always remember the great smiles and hugs I got when I ran into Clarissa and Charles. Now your parents are together again. May God bless you all and we are thinking of you all.
Thinking of you all and missing her dearly already. She’s a beautiful soul who loved deeply, unconditionally and was deeply loved. We’ll cherish every smile, hug and memory.
Love Judi, Quinn & Harry
Xoxoxo