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John Paul Stevens Obituary

John Paul Stevens, former U.S. Supreme Court justice, died July 16, 2019, from complications following a stroke, at the age of 99.

Stevens was nominated to the high court by President Gerald Ford in 1975 and served over 34 years, retiring in 2010. He was the third-longest-serving justice in the history of the Supreme Court and was the second-oldest justice in history at the time of his retirement. He served with three chief justices, Warren Burger, William Rehnquist, and John Roberts.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jul. 16, 2019.

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November 30, 2019

God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's...My condolence..

Matthew McGuire

August 16, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Donald Steers

July 24, 2019

look like a good man
you look like my father before he
passed away in 2015

donald steers

July 23, 2019

RIP Justice John Paul Stevens.
You served the country with honor. You had a wonderful, good life. Now you can rest.
FL

deanna stevens

July 22, 2019

Saw Justice Stevens comment on the very public issues recently .I believe I did some work for Justice Stevens in the past , west county ,St.Louis. Worked in his home several times, honored and privileged to have met this wonderful man . Rest In Everlasting Peace Justice Stevens . He served America well .

Joan Detyna

July 22, 2019

Thank you Justice Stevens for all you have done for us.

Your dignity, integrity, intelligence and respect for our Constitution will be sorely missed.

July 22, 2019

This is so tragic, may the God of all comfort,comfort your grieving hearts at this most difficult time.

Maxine Wright

July 22, 2019

To the Family of Justice Stevens Pease except my Deepest Condolences. I cannot express,my Gratitude for the work Justice Stevens did for Prison Imates by excepting their handwritten documents, in my opinion giving a Voice to the Innocent.May He Rest in Eternal Peace.

July 19, 2019

May you always love, cherrish and remember the many times you shared and laughed with each other. may we comfort one another in times of grieving

Kj

July 19, 2019

My condolences for your loss. May fond memories and the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11.

JE Sowell

July 19, 2019

Heartfelt condolences to the family of John Paul Stevens. May the God of comfort and peace strengthen you during your time of grief. He is resting in Gods memory.

Admirer

July 19, 2019

Thank you, Justice Stevens, for your willingness to consider the importance of your job and for being will to grow, change, and serve all Americans and our Constitution.

May your tribe increase.

Susan Menius

July 18, 2019

Heaven has gained a new tennis player . I saw him playing tennis a few times .
He was a familiar face to me .
. I was a former student at Gallaudet in the late 70 s . . I had no idea he was a Supreme Court justice until later.
Wishing you all peace and comfort knowing he lived a life caring about being fair to people . God bless you all.
Susan Menius Daniell
Chico, CA

S.Henry

July 18, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Brian MecMahon

July 18, 2019

God bless your Honor thank you for your service may you Rest in Peace

July 18, 2019

Dear Maryan, may you find comfort in family,friends and your happy memories. May God bless his soul and may God bless you, Maryan. Sincerely, Dee Avery Rietveld.

Clark Family

July 17, 2019

My deepest sympathy to your family at such a difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find some comfort and peace from the God of all comfort.

July 17, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing our loved ones is never easy but may the love of people that surrounds you soften your grief. May the God of all comfort help you.

July 17, 2019

May the family be comforted during there grief. Thank you for your service. God bless you.

C S

July 17, 2019

I offer my sincere condolences to the Stevens family. What a legacy he has left you. Our Lord will truly bring you comfort. Eccl 3:11

Jim Martin

July 17, 2019

As it is with all humanity, we are reminded of the absolute brevity of this earthly life given to us by the only Giver of it. Despite what has already happened in the lives of the deceased, God offers the joy and peace we can never get from power, money, or anything else this world system has................Romans 1:16.............1st Corinthians 15:1-4
.................Romans 10:9-13.

July 17, 2019

Thanks for your Service ! You had a long interesting Life !
RIP John . Sue ( Heslinga) Willard
Grand Rapids, Mich .

Richard Sponseller

July 17, 2019

Justice Stevens was a bright light for justice - a peerless gentleman and outstanding scholar. Well done, Sir! Rest in Peace.

Edith Stubbs

July 16, 2019

Thank you, Mr.Justice Stevens, for womens rights. Rest In Peace. Yours is a life well lived, & I thank you.

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