Patricia Ann Stevens, 71, of Hillsboro, died on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at Montgomery Nursing and Rehab in Taylor Springs.
At Mrs. Stevens’ request, no services are planned. Hough-Dean is assisting the family.
Mrs. Stevens was born on Dec. 22, 1954, in Hillsboro, the daughter of Simon and Katherine Verhusen. A graduate of Witt High School, she married Lester Stevens Jr. on Dec. 18, 2004, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Nokomis and he survives.
Mrs. Stevens was a good cook who enjoyed riding with her husband on their Harley-Davidson motorcycle, wood-burning art, sewing and quilt making, gardening and her dog, Harley. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Nokomis and ABATE of Illinois.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Jessica Richardson of Collinsville and brother, John (Karen) Verhusen of Decatur.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Martha Meiners.
To leave condolences for her family, please visit www.houghdeanfh.com.
