Dawn M. Stevens, 42 of Kenosha, passed away Monday, November 26th, 2007, at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital in Milwaukee. Born in Kenosha on October 3, 1965, she was the daughter of Daniel D. and Sharon (Van Horn) Stevens. She was a lifelong resident of Kenosha and was educated in local schools. She was Executive Housekeeper for the Best Western Harborside Inn Kenosha, and previously was at the Best Western Executive Inn for 12 years. Dawn was very proud to have twice received the Best Western Director's Award for Outstanding Quality Standards. Dawn enjoyed her pets, gardening, traveling, and reading. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her family and her nieces and nephews. She is survived by a daughter; Alisha Garcia of Kenosha; her parents, Daniel and Sharon Stevens of Kenosha; two sisters, Rhonda Lynne Stevens and Anne Marie (Rick) Rozinski, both of Kenosha; and a brother, Daniel D. Stevens, Jr. of Kenosha. She is also survived by her fiancé, Mark Salata of Kenosha; eight nieces and nephews; and also a great-niece. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 2nd, at Proko Funeral Home at 3:00 pm. Visitation will be held on Sunday at Proko Funeral Home from 1:00 pm until the time of the service.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Dawn's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sue (Isham) Thompson
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope it comforts your family to know she is in heaven now and very happy and at peace. I only hope she has met my mom and they could be enjoying life. Dan Jr, I am so very sorry this has happened, my prayers go out to you and your whole family. I lost my mom a year ago, and I know it is very very hard to go forward. But just please know I am praying. Sue.
Lisa Johnson
December 2, 2007
To Uncle Dan, Aunt Sherri and the rest of the Stevens clan, I'm so sorry I couldn't be there with all of you today. I have all these hugs saved up!! I may be far away in miles, but my heart is there with you today. Dawny was taken too soon and we'll all miss her terribly. Love you all bunches.
Brian McCoy
December 2, 2007
Dan, Sarah, Kevin and Margie take care during this time of unexpected great loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
mike & betty kemen
December 1, 2007
dawn a day will not pass without a thought of you. you left too soon,i love you mike Mike and I are both going to miss Dawn. She was a sweet person and a wild girl who made me laugh everytime I saw her. She'd always try to find some broccoli to stick in between her front teeth, having to do with one of the good times we had... I'll always miss her."Hard things are put in our way not to stop us but to call out our courage and strength." May you all find strength and comfort in your memories of Dawn.With Love, Mike and Betty Kemen
Lola Burke
December 1, 2007
My thoughts are with the family at this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Dawn. She will forever be missed. Welcome to heaven. R.I.P.
Vicki, Marc Sr., Nick, Marc Jr and Dallas Garcia-Gonzales Family
December 1, 2007
Alisha and The Stevens Family,We are very sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers. Alisha I am so proud of how strong you have been, and I know your mom would be to. Just remember we love you and if you need a hug or someone to talk to just call your big sister.
Tommy Russo
December 1, 2007
MarkWe are so sorry for your loss. Dawn will be greatly missed.Tommy Russo & Sherry Carter
Bonnie and Paul Conwell & Family
December 1, 2007
The Stevens Family and Mark, Our love and prayers are with you in this difficult time of sorrow.Dawn was a very special person, and that is why everyone that knew her loved her. She had the best sense of humor, always making everyone laugh. The Steven's family is like our second family to us. In this time of sadness, remember all the special memories and keep them close to your hearts. Remember God only takes the best.P.S. I want to give a "BIG" hug to my best friend Anne.God Bless you and love you guys,Paul and Bonnie Conwell and Family
Sherry Munns
December 1, 2007
To the family of Dawn Stevens, Hold strong to your faith as in this time of need God and family are the only ones who can give you the strength to hold on. I-Sherry Munns, my sister in law- Erica Holmquist(Munns), and my mother in law -Liz Munns, all worked with Dawn. She was a very kind, giving, and fun person to be around. She worked hard at everything she did in life and I'm sure she will continue to work hard even in death to make sure that all of you are taken care of spiritually. She is now your guardian angel. Remember all the memories of Dawn with lots of smiles. She has touched so many people's lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time of need.God Bless you all,Sherry & Rick MunnsErica & Lance HolmquistLiz & Dale MunnsRest in peace Dawn - heaven is lucky to have you.
Mark Salata
December 1, 2007
Dawn, Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil;for You are with me;Your rod and Your staff,they comfort me.
Tim
December 1, 2007
To the Steven's Family,I am very, very sorry for your loss. I hope your memories of Dawn will give you strength in the days ahead.
Dan Jr.
November 30, 2007
Dawn, I will miss your sense of humor, your laugh and the love you always had for everyone. You were the peacemaker and peacekeeper in our family and now we will be left to find our own way. I know you must now be in heaven keeping God's house spic and span and making sure all is in order. I love and miss you Dawn. To all, I remember the first time my sister Dawn came to my new house. I gave Dawn the address. Well my freaky sister of course went to the correct address on the WRONG STREET. Imagine Dawn's embarassment when she, thinking it was my house, decided to walk in the back door instead of ringing the doorbell! She opened the back door and found some man sitting at his kitchen table half naked!!! How lucky he must have felt :-) She told the man she said she must have the wrong house , closed the door and quickly found the correct address!
Nikki
November 30, 2007
Lisha and family,I am sooo sorry for your loss. Dawn was an awesome strong willed woman and touched everyone she came in contact with in one way or another. She was like the mother I never had and I will miss her dearly. I can only hope that remembering the good times with Mom can get you all through this time. I know they do for me and that is all that can get us through in this troubling time. I love you all and you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Lish, I love ya girlie and I will always be here for you.Love always,Neiner
Scott Stears
November 30, 2007
Mark -Our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.Deepest condolences,Scott & Claudette Stears
Brenda Otto
November 30, 2007
DAWN I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY....YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART AND THOUGHTS.I HAVE WORKED WITH YOU ALL MY LIFE AND IT WILL BE VERY DIFFICULT NOT HAVING YOU AROUND. LOVE BRENDA FROM THE BEST WESTERN
Janette Thompson
November 30, 2007
Dawn you will forever be in my thoughts, your life has touched so many hearts.You were a true friend and co-worker.I will sincerely miss you. I know that whatever the reasons are that you were taken from us so suddenly, God has BIG plans for you in heaven. Affectionatley known as Dawny to me.... you will be missed very very much.I will not forget our jokes and pranks we played on each other daily!! Lots of love and prayers to the family, especially to her Mom and to Rhonda and Alicia.Love Janette from the Best Western
Jaime
November 30, 2007
I am Dawn's niece. I just want to say "thank you" to everyone for their support and Condolences in our difficult time. I see that my Auntie Dawn touched a lot of people's lives. Even with her going through what she did she had the nurses and everyone in the room laughing so hard. I will miss her everyday, but also make sure that she is never forgotten. I miss you Auntie Cherry Pie. Addison also says that she misses her "great Auntie Cherry Pie". I hope that I can be the kind of aunt to my niece as were you to all of us. Love you lots.
Courtney
November 30, 2007
To All that knew Dawn and/or her family...I use to work with Dawn at Best Western on HWY 50. She was my executive housekeeper there. We shared many hilarious times. One time that stands out is when I would beep her on the walkie and blast Chris Cagle on the walkie. Then hear her belting out the tune in the background. Another was us laughing so hard moving a couch before an inspection at 1am...we laughed so hard because we moved the couch from 3rd floor to 2nd floor for no reason that room already had a couch. We laughed so hard Dawn actually peed her pants...God she is a lovely, warm, caring person. I love her still to this day. Hold the memories close. They will never end. I speak from experience. Prayers and thoughts with this upcoming season. But celebrate her life as I know she would welcome that. Sincerely with warm thoughts and prayersCourtney
Beth Rosenberg
November 30, 2007
To the family of Dawn Stevens, Mark, and all that knew her:I am so sorry for your loss. Dawn was such a warm and loving person.I have known Dawn since we were in kindergarten. She was like another sister to me. Anyone that knew her truly loved her! Words cannot express the sadness that all of us are feeling right now. May you all take comfort in knowing that she is not suffering and that her memory will live on through so many people. I miss you "Porks"!Love,Beth Rosenberg & family
Dianna Underhill
November 30, 2007
Alisha: Tom, Sarah and & I send our deepest sympathies. We are so sorry for your loss. May your wonderful memories keep you strong. I've always enjoyed talking to you @ Salon Sage. Dianna
Wendy Clarke-Retana
November 30, 2007
Debbie - I know we have not kept in touch but we grew up together as kids. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this time. May all of you seek peace and comfort from our Lord Jesus Christ at this time and always. Love in Christ Jesus.
Ashley Brague
November 30, 2007
May your family remember the wonderful memories Dawn brought to this world. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lori and Daymon Tracy
November 29, 2007
Dawn,While I never got the chance to know you, I know your niece Jaime quite well. I have heard so many wonderful things about you that I feel like I do know you. Jaime loved you so much. You will be very missed by everyone that knew and loved you. You are now an angel in heaven. I wish you nothing but peace.To the family,We are so very sorry for your loss. Always remember the good times you shared w/ Dawn. And know that while she is gone in body, her spirit lives on through so many. Blessings to you all,Daymon and Lori Tracy
Joan Daniels
November 29, 2007
Debi I am so sorry for your loss and know how it feels to lose a loved one cause I like you know been there 2 years ago with the loss of my husband. Please give your family my Condolences for their loss. If their is anything I can do please call me and we can talk.Your best buddy and friend Joan. Love ya girlfriend
Dawn Foreman (Munns)
November 29, 2007
Dawn was always very friendly and always made everyone laugh. She was the BEST maid that I ever had. She will be missed. Dawn Foreman (Munns)
Linda, Allan & Meagan Miller
November 29, 2007
Alisha, I am terribly sorry for your loss. Remember the great times with your mother. Know she will always be with you. It is 13 weeks since we lost Courtney, it is very tough, lean on your family and hold onto your memories, they will help you through this terrible time. You can reach me through my e-mail if you ever need to talk. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Many hugs,Linda (Your Mother's past landlord and good friend)
Kelly O\
November 29, 2007
Dear Stevens Family and Love Ones,Dawn and I were old friends from Reuther High School...She will always be remembered as a warm and funny person who was always smiling.She will be sadly missed. However, her memory will forever live on.
Melissa Seiler (Garcia)
November 29, 2007
Alisha-I'm so sorry to hear about your mom..... I know it's going to be a hard road for you, but stay strong, and think of her everyday. Try to remember that she would not want you to hurt. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.Love- Missie
Sylvia Volakis
November 29, 2007
On behalf of all the staff here at the Best Western Harborside Inn, I would like to send our sincerest condolences to the family of Dawn Stevens. We cannot possible express how much she will truly be missed, not only as an employee, but as a friend.