Dewey Edward Steverson, Sr.

Dewey Edward Steverson, Sr. age 74, of Monticello, passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2022 at his residence.

Dewey was born to the late Alice Carter Yancey Steverson and Richard Henry Steverson on November 1, 1947 in Ambrose, Ga. He joined the Army in 1967 and served until 1972.

Dewey lived in Jacksonville, Fla. for a number of years and relocated to Eatonton in 1976. In 1995, he made his home in Monticello.

He retired from Georgia Pacific Corporation after 30 years of service.

Dewey was preceded in death by his stepfather, Jack Yancey, his sisters, Marilyn Howell, Betty Lou Thompson, and Shirley Muff.

Dewey will always be remembered for having a strong work ethic and love for his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Brigitte Mensch Steverson of Monticello; son Dewey Steverson, Jr. (Lynn) of Monticello; daughter Sandra Wright (Alvin McMichael) of Monticello; son Robert Steverson (Christy) of Eatonton; seven grandchildren, Daniell Steverson, Kalib Steverson, Erika Hathaway, William Hathaway, Briana Steverson, Mary Grace Steverson and Jackson Steverson; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Eugene Steverson of Florida and Ronald Serrao of Eatonton; his sister, Linda Gale Boyd of Gilmore, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022 at Callie Fuller Baptist Church. Rev. Charles Roper will officiate.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Disabled American Veterans (https://secure.dav.org/donate).

Jordan Funeral Home in Monticello is in charge of the arrangements. Visit its website at www.jordanfuneralhomemonticello.com.