Frances "Jo" Stevens

Frances J. "Jo" Stevens

Jo Stevens passed away early on June 19, 2022 at the High Desert Haven assisted living facility. She had celebrated her 97 ^th birthday the past Friday with Facetime visits from family members. Jo was preceded in death by her husband E.C. "Steve" Stevens in 2004.  She is survived by over thirty nieces and nephews that span four generations.

Jo was a native of Kentucky where she was orphaned at an early age.  After being raised in foster homes she migrated west arriving in Ridgecrest in the 1940s. Jo was a familiar face to residents having worked as the hostess at The Hideaway restaurant for many years.  Jo will be remembered for her warmth, generosity and radiant smile. She was a treasured aunt to generations of her family who will miss her very much.

Visitation will be at the Holland & Lyons Mortuary on June 28 ^th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.;  the funeral service will be June 29 ^th at 9:30 a.m. in the mortuary chapel; burial will follow at Desert Memorial Park.

Donations in Jo's memory can be made to the Shriner's Hospital.