Stevenson Man Tries To Bury Wife In Front Yard

I do not live in this town but I live close..And I don't understand how any person other then the family and friends of this obviously dear family would have any say so of where they decide to lay her to rest..It shouldnt be anybodys business..If it bothers you so bad if you go past their house dont look its that simple..If she chose not to be cremated well there is your answer to "why dont he have her cremated so he can take her anywhere" when my father passes he was cremated and I would have much rather been able to bury him in my yard here with my family..IF her whole life and that whole family was surrounding the house that her husband built FOR HER why cant she remain there after death..Her spirit is going to be there no matter what let this family have the one thing she wished for and thats to still be near her..Like so many others have said,,if it was a family member of yours and it was their last dying wish you would put up a good fight for this too,,so put your selfishness aside,,put all the crap about the "he didnt get mayor revenge" thats just ignorant..He is doing this for his wife for hisself and for his family leave them alone..And for anyone who is objecting this,,well,,may god have mercy on your soul, if you even have one..You should be ashamed for even raising a stink about this whole situation and getting it on the news..She wanted to lay in her yard with her family IN PEACE and with these arguements well its not so peaceful for her or her family..

As the adult child of Jim and Patsy Davis, I think it is important to clear a few things up. A friend advised me to go to this website as it pertains to my family. Normally I would not response but considering the situation concerning my family I felt I must. Granted this is not your normal circumstance but after I explain a few things it should explain the chain of events. My mother was ill for 35 years and given the fact that she was 66 years old when we lost her she was 31 years old when she became ill. My mother was a very kind and gracious lady and she had nothing but the best intentions and regards toward people. And if she ever did in fact come across a person that was hard to abide she worried about that person often stating what could have had happened in a person's life that could make someone that way. Her compassion was endless. She never had a lady's luncheon, a dinner party, or a business luncheon as most people do. She never had the kind of interaction that most people think about. Her world was her husband and children and since she did become ill at the age of 31 and given the fact that she had 6 children by the age of 31 there was never time. Then when the illness struck just being in a crowd was a risk for her. The slightest bump from another human being could leave her in pain for many days. So we built a world for Momma that was safe for her condition. And so those 35 years of illness was spent on that piece of property. All birthday parties were at Momma's house and all holidays were at Momma's house. Every child and grandchild through prom etc. came through Momma's house. And through six children, 15 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren her life was very full and she was happy. The happiest times of her life was spent on that piece of property and even due to her illness on her most painful days she always felt like the Lord had given her extra blessings. She would say, "her cup runneth over." But in her lifetime she touched the lives of countless children. Any child that found their way to her door was given unconditionally love and time. They were her favorite visitors. She would often send us to the stores to purchase items for her to keep at her house so that every child had came to her house left with what she would call a "goody." And at times she would buy Christmas for kids that she would hear about in need yet she had never met she just remained anonymous. How many people do any of us know who do things without recognition?! My dad worked hard to provide for six children and an ailing wife during the time before copays. And at times the doctor bills were devastating. For the comment that my dad has used my mom in spite could be the farthest thing from the truth. Is it so hard to believe that some people find a comfort in being near their spouse even in death? Do the math. The mayor election was late last fall. My mom passed away in April. She was in hospice care in the last 5 months of her life. My dad has made the statement countless times that if he had been elected it would have been a matter of weeks before stepping down because my mom had taken a turn for the worst. So to say that my dad would use my mom for something as small a small town mayor's race is honestly absurd. And to assume that someone is an idiot because he wants to be near his wife is sad because obviously this person has never truly known love. As for as why she was not cremated, Momma had said many times she could not feel right about the burning of a human body. So when she requested this my dad's options were limited and in truth my mom was the kind of person that she truly would have never believed that this would have sparked controversy. She was always so opened minded and so understanding of other people's pain and she truely felt like everyone was her friend and that she never thought this would have been a problem. Momma seen the world with a pure heart and had she would have known that the outcome would have turned into this she would have probably have put her feelings last and never asked. But we are taken care of Momma now just as we always did and for someone that never asked for anything but only to give where else should Momma be. For the most part, the response has been positive because most of the local adults were at some point in time touched as a child by the kindness of her that they too feel it appropriate that she is where she is. How many times does a grieving person wish they could just step out the door at any point in time during the day and just stand by the grave of their loved one. Well we can and it is a comfort. We know that Momma is in heaven and that she would not come back if she could and we would not ask her. But it is still a comfort to us. I am not angry at any of the posted opinions. Everybody should be allowed to have their opinions just as people that work for years and make payments to own property should be allowed to have freedom on that property. We are not hurting anyone. We just wanted to bring Momma home. Therefore, in closing my prayer is that my dad can finally grieve without added grief and that we too as a family can be left in peace. Thank you.

As the adult child of Jim and Patsy Davis, I think it is important to clear a few things up. A friend advised me to go to this website as it pertains to my family. Normally I would not responsed but considering the situation concerning my family I felt I must. Granted this is not your normal circumstance but after I explain a few things it should explain the chain of events. My mother was ill for 35 years and given the fact that she was 66 years old when we lost her she was 31 years old when she became ill. My mother was a very kind and gracious lady and she had nothing but the best intentions and regards toward people. And if she ever did in fact come across a person that was hard to abide she worried about that person often stating what could have had happened in a person's life that could make someone that way. Her compassion was endless. She never had a lady's luncheon, a dinner party, or a business luncheon as most people do. She never had the kind of interaction that most people think about. Her world was her husband and children and since she did become ill at the age of 31 and given the fact that she had 6 children by the age of 31 there was never time. Then when the illness struck just being in a crowd was a risk for her. The slightest bump from another human being could leave her in pain for many days. So we built a world for Momma that was safe for her condition. And so those 35 years of illness was spent on that piece of property. All birthday parties was at Momma's house and all holidays was at Momma's house. Every child and grandchild through prom and graduation etc. came through Momma's house. And through six children and 15 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren her life was very full and she was happy. The happiest times of her life was spent on that piece of property and even due to her illness on her most painful days she always felt like the Lord had given her extra blessings. She would say, "her cup runneth over." But in her lifetime she touched the lives of countless children. Any child that found their way to her door was given unconditionally love and time. They were her favorite visitors. She would often send us to the stores to purchase items for her to keep at her house so that every child had came to her house left with what she would call a "goody." And at times she would buy Christmas for kids that she would hear about in need yet she had never met she just remained anonymus. How many people do any of us know who do things without recognition?! My dad worked hard to provide for six children and an ailing wife during the time before copays. And at times the doctor bills were devestating. For the comment that my dad has used my mom in spite could be the farthest thing from the truth. Is it so hard to believe that some people find a comfort in being near their spouse even in death. Do the math. The mayor election was late last fall. My mom passed away in April. She was in hospice care in the last 5 months of her life. My dad has made the statement countless times that if he had been elected it would have been a matter of weeks before stepping down because my mom had taken a turn for the worst. So to say that my dad would use my mom for something as small a small town mayor's race is honestly absurd. And to assume that someone is an idiot because he wants to be near his wife is sad because obviously this person has never truely known love. As for as why she was not cremated, Momma had said many times she could not feel right about the burning of a human body. So when she requested this my dad's options were limited and in truth my mom was the kind of person that she truely would have never believed that this would have sparked controversy. She was always so opened minded and so understanding of other people's pain and she truely felt like everyone was her friend and that she never thought this would have been a problem. Momma seen the world with a pure heart and had she would have known that the outcome would have turned into this she would have probably have put her feelings last and never asked. But we are taken care of Momma now just as we always did and for someone that never asked for anything but only to give where else should Momma be. For the most part, the response has been positive because most of the local adults was at some point in time touched as a child by the kindness of her that they too feel it appropriate that she is where she is. How many times does a grieving person wish they could just step out the door at any point in time during the day and just stand by the grave of their loved one. Well we can and it is a comfort. We know that Momma is in heaven and that she would not come back if she could and we would not ask her. But it is still a comfort to us. I am not angry at any of the posted opinions. Everybody should be allowed to have their opinions just as people that work for years and make payments to own property should be allowed to have freedom on that property. We are not hurting anyone. We just wanted to bring Momma home. So in closing my prayer is that my dad can finally grieve without added grief and that we too as a family can be left in peace. Thank you.

This is really sad. I can see his wanting to honor his wife's dying wishes, I can't see the city council having the final say when the health dept has already approved it. The man has obviously followed the guidelines and is trying to comply with all their requirements for his wife's burial. Sad, just sad. Step back Stevenson & let him honor his wife...

I believe this is not as "inocent" as it is being perceived. Why must she be burried in a coffin in the front yard knowing it is causing all the trouble that it is causing when he could have simply had her creamated and placed anywhere he wanted and then simply put up a memorial for her. Her body is currently in the best graveyards and in the mauseleum there(which happens o be the most expensive also). I just think he is using this to cause trouble and get back at everyone for him not being elected mayor.

And this idiot ran for mayor in the last election!!!!

If it is the gentlemans property, and he has the health departments ok. Let him bury his beloved wife and fullfill her last request. He will also be able to be close to her. Who cares what neighbors think. And when it is his time to go be with her, he should be able to be buried right along beside her. This is their home, He built it for their family. There are actually people out there who show respect for the dead and if the property was to be sold after this gentlemans death, there are actually people who would buy the property and show their graves respect and tend to them . I hate that you sir are going through this. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I wish there was more I could do for you. Salt of the earth.