Stephenson: Mary Lou (nee: Strugess);
Peacefully passed away at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, on June 11, 2026, Mary Lou Stephenson (née Sturgess), at the age of 78.
Reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Douglas Henry Stephenson.
Loving mother of Douglas (Wendy), Donald (Cari), and Cheryl. Dearly loved Grammy of Emily (Jonathan), Sarah, Roy (Tiffany), and Nanny to Jessica, Alex (Lily), Hannah, Riley (Emma), and Shane (Faith). Mary Lou will be missed by her great-grandchildren, Grayson, Scarlett, and Everleigh.
Fondly remembered by her sisters, Debbie (Dereck) Osbourne and Suzanne (Cornelius). Predeceased by her brother Gordon (Beth) and her sisters Marilyn (Frank) and Rose. She will be forever in the hearts of her many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Cynthia Ramsay, Country Concessions Quilt Shop says
Lou was a part of Country Concessions Quilt Shop for such a long time. She was working for Darlene Cooper before I started at the store back in 2004. When I purchased the store with Shannon in 2011, Lou was one of our main floor staff and later transitioned to be our kit cutter extraordinaire! She was a tireless worker and had such an amazing knowledge of all things quilting. She was a huge asset to the store for the many years that she was wish us. My sincere condolences to all the family. Rest in peace Lou.
The Homecraft Committee, Schomberg Fair says
Cheryl & Family,
It was nice to see Mary Lou at the Homecraft Show, smiling & talking with her old friends,
Wishing you comfort & peace to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart.
Linda Jessop says
My condolences to all the family, it was a very nice surprise when she came to
the fair trailer to pay her membership, she looked so well, I was quite shocked
to hear of her passing. Not only knowing all of you for her time at the fair, but for all the years your Dad drove for C.W. Jessop. She was quite the driving
force for many, many years in the Culinary Arts part of Homecraft, she will be missed by all her knew her, the Schomberg Fair was quite an integral part
of her life.
Marc Ronan says
sincere condolences to the Stephenson family .
Norma Jean Stephenson Frans says
Condolences to you Cheryl, and the family on the passing of your mom and grandma. Will remember Mary Lou for her spirit and dedication to Schomberg Fair. My arms are around you all at this time. Norma Jean
Julia Pipino-McGeachie says
Our sincerest condolences to you, Cheryl, and your entire family. Your mom was a sweet lady. May she rest in peace.
Eileen Pipino says
Deepest sympathy to you, Cheryl, and your family at this difficult time. My heart goes out to you.
Dan and Mary Riemer says
So sorry for your loss. Lou was a super lady.
Dan and Mary Riemer
Bev and Ian Donaldson says
Dear Cheryl and Family
It was lovely to see your mom in such good spirits at Schomberg Fair 2026.
So sorry for your loss. Condolences from Ian and Bev Donaldson
David and Maureen Archibald and family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
We were glad to see her at her Culinary quarters at this years Fair.
June Hunt Thomas says
To the family : sending love and my condolences .
Bill McPhail says
I saw your mom at the trailer, Linda Jessop,Gayle McKinley and my wife Sheila ,all said hello and greetings.
I am glad she came out and she was always a great supporter of the Fair,we mentioned her at our B&B meeting. Cathy requested a moments silence in her memory.
We will miss her.
Sara Wray says
My deepest condolences to Cheryl and family, Marylou was a tough lady. May she rest in peace. Thinking of you all.