Claire A. Stevens (1931-2022)
Claire Stevens (Johnston), 90, formerly of Malden, MA. passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022. Claire was born May 8, 1931, the daughter of James and Mildred (Winberg) Johnston. Claire married William Stevens Sr. in 1953 and they settled down and raised their 2 sons, Gary and William Jr.
Claire was an active member of First Baptist Church of Malden. She has always been a willing and hard worker on many committees and groups. For the past two years, Claire has chaired the Social Committee and during this period, monthly ‘socials’ she planned have given us the opportunity to meet new people and enjoy each other’s company. Many new and interesting ideas have proven to be successful. Claire is truly ‘The Hostess with the Mostest’! Her thoughtfulness was exceptional by way of making telephone calls at the middle of Bible study session just to say hello to everyone present.
The Church Council has selected Claire Stevens as Layperson of the Year 2009. Claire joined our church in 1962 and has been an active member ever since. She has set the bar high in her new position as Social Committee Chair by having fun and unique opportunities for social fellowship. She puts so much time and effort into the “Social” Sundays and does a good job in looking for a play, a ball game, or a movie to bring people together for fellowship. Claire has always been willing to make her special sandwiches for the ABW tea, work on funeral collations, etc. Her new role as Social Committee chair has put her over the top. The amount of planning and prep work for her monthly social events is an enormous effort and our congregation has benefited greatly.
Claire was a homemaker. She loved cooking, knitting and traveling with her husband as well as spending time with family and friends. Claire is survived by her son Gary, 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren as well as many other family members and friends. Claire was preceded in death by her husband William Sr. and her son William Jr.
Our church goes out in prayer for God’s comfort to the Stevens family, most especially to Claire’s son Gary.