Tom Stevens, 81, of Bartlett for 35 years, loving companion and life long partner for over 40 years of Josie Nicioli; father of Debbie Stevens and the late Stuart Stevens; stepfather of Bev Ecker and Brett (Don Way) Ecker, father figure of Dan, Larry (Ginny) and Steve ; grandfather of Christie Lee and Alexis; step grandpa of Janet Grace and Antonio Ecker-Way, Christie Lee and Alexis; brother of Judy (Rick), Jerry (Rhonda) and the late Jim; uncle of many nieces and nephews and proud co owner of their family cat Chips. Tom enjoyed working with wood, often times with his cat Chips on his shoulder watching. He also could be found on a golf course or on Lake Michigan. He was an expert captain of his 30 foot sailboat, Sailfish ll. He would dock at New Buffalo harbor and made great friends over the years. A private memorial, celebrating Tom's life will be held on Wednesday, June 10th at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. A larger gathering will be held at a later date, hopefully in the not too distant future, when it is safe for family and friends to gather. Cremation private at the Countryside Crematory. In lieu of flowers donations to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Tom's memorial may be viewed on facebook live on Wednesday. Please call the funeral home for details / assistance.