Eva Stevens
On Friday, December 3, 2021, Eva Stevens, age 91, was escorted by angels from this life into the eternal presence of God. She transitioned at home surrounded by her family, while holding fast to the profession of her faith.
Eva, affectionately known as “Big Ma”, was born on September 9, 1930, to the late James and Alma Jones in Daytona Beach, Florida. She was married to the late Reverend DeWitt Stevens, Sr.
In the late 1950’s Rev. Stevens Sr. formed a gospel singing group featuring their four children called “The Stevens Stars”. Eva had a lovely voice and was the featured soloist. The group quickly gained notoriety throughout the East Coast.
In 1978, Rev. DeWitt, Sr. and Eva founded the Macedonia Church in Norwalk, Connecticut. As a pastor’s wife, Eva wholeheartedly embraced this calling and became a beacon of light, hope, and love. To many, she was a loving friend, teacher, role model, and epitomized the word “mother”. She gave great counsel, which attracted many to receive her knowledge for navigating the journey of life. Eva taught young women how to be mothers, wives, and praying women. Her loving heart, caring spirit, and humor caused many to develop appreciation and admiration for the qualities she possessed and the spirit she exuded.
She was a lady among ladies who was known for her inward and outward beauty. She possessed sophistication, grace, and great style.
Rev. DeWitt Stevens, Sr. and Eva were “snowbirds”, leisurely living between their homes in Norwalk, Connecticut and West Palm Beach, Florida.
Eva Stevens, “Big Ma” will forever be missed, and her legacy endures in the hearts of all fortunate enough to have shared her time and company.
Eva Stevens leaves to cherish her memory her beloved four children, Diantha Reid, Norwalk, Connecticut, Norma Jean (Curtis) Carter, Waikiki, Hawaii, Reverend DeWitt (Addie) Stevens, Jr., Norwalk, Connecticut, and Gary Stevens, Orange County, California; siblings, Marion Rivers of Daytona Beach, Florida and Sylvester (Dana) Jones, Sr. of Trumbull, Connecticut; eight grandchildren, Raquel (Sean) Giddiens, Gary Hurdle, Nicole (Beau) Moore, Christopher (Angel) Reid, Janeen Reid, Tiffany (Jermaine) Nash, and Kelly Perkins; sixteen great-grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
She is predeceased by her husband, Rev. DeWitt Stevens, Sr.; son, Raymond; grandson, DeWitt Stevens, III; son-in-law, Bobby Reid; sisters, Vera, Evelyn, Mabel, Juanita, and Callie; and brothers, Johnny, James Jr., and Freddie.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, from 10:00 -11:00 AM followed by a Celebration of Life at 11:00 AM at Macedonia Church, 39 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery, Norwalk, CT. Services by Howard K. Hill Funeral Services, 1287 Chapel St, New Haven, CT. To leave a message of comfort for the Stevens family, please visit, www.hkhfuneralservices. com