LEWISTON – Martha (Mata) Stevens, 87, of Auburn passed away May 25, surrounded by her loving family. She is now dancing by the moonlight with the love of her life, Byron Stevens, who passed in 1990.

She was born July 28, 1921 in Artesia, Calif. Martha was very active in her younger years. She loved swimming, reading and tending her flower garden. She was vey devoted to the welfare of animals. She looked forward to her weekly visits with granddaughters Michelle and Syrena and their children.

She is survived by her children and their spouces; Marta Kay and Ron Beairsto, Dale and Deb Brown, Cameron and Leslie Brown, Kathy and Jeff Young, Patrick Brown, Terri Kilcollins, Linda and Harold Muse, Johnny Gallego, Manuel Gallego, Reggie Gallego; many grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents Rosario and Guadaloupe; siblings, Candido, Victoria, Joe, Margaret; and a daughter, Sally.

Warm thanks to Russell Park staff for their care and compassion.


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