Gladys Stebbins

Gladys C. Stebbins Ionia Passed away July 1, 2007 at the age of 102. Gladys was born on July 15, 1904, the daughter of Jay and Alta (Eagle) Harwood. She was a life-long resident of the Ionia area and worked as a commercial bookkeeper for local businesses. Gladys married Max Stebbins. She is preceded in death by her husband, Max; 2 infant children; sister, Lois Harwood and brothers Harold and Stanley Harwood. Gladys was known for her love of children and genuine interest in others. She is survived by her son, Larry Stebbins and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Graveside services for family members were conducted at Saranac Cemetery on July 3, 2007 by Pastor Dennis Flattery of LeValley-Berlin Center United Methodist Church. Contributions may be sent to the Ionia Area Hospice, 601 E. Washington St., Ionia, MI 48846. Complete arrangements were handled by the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, 220 Rich St., Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com.