Catherine Lydia Stephens, 1

Our precious baby girl, Catherine Lydia Stephens, went home to be with Jesus on March 21, 2010.

She lived in Coeur d’Alene with her mom and dad, Lonnie and Ellen; brothers Jack and Preston and sisters Chelsea, Clara and Charlotte. She is also survived by her loving grandparents, Ralph and Elaine Bruxvoort of Bloomer, Wis. Her paternal grandparents were the late Bill and Marilyn Stephens of Potlatch. She will be missed by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was a joy and a delight in our family and we will miss her immensely.

Although she lived a very short life, we will be forever changed by her presence with us for the past 14 months. She knew how to make us smile, giggle and laugh and showed us unconditional love. We are thankful to God for giving us the gift of Catherine and we know that she is now safe with Him. Contributions can be made in memory of Catherine to DS Connections.

Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 27, 2010, at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church. Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d’Alene, is entrusted with the care of final arrangements. Please visit Catherine’s online memorial and sign her guest book at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.