Marlene “Mouse” Ann Stevens, age 66, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on August 16, 2025, at her home. Marlene was born on December 7, 1958, in Jackson, MI, to Lillian (Salyer) and Arthur Minix.
She graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1977 and, after spending years in the workforce as a seamstress and in the auto industry, went on to earn her associate’s degree from Jackson College to become a medical assistant. Marlene loved her work—especially putting casts on broken bones and building rapport with her patients.
She was known for her gift of conversation and her genuine interest in learning about others and forming connections. Every Christmas, she proudly claimed the title of “best peanut brittle maker” in the family, though her brother Mike would beg to differ. For relaxation, Marlene enjoyed watching TV shows and playing computer games on her laptop. During hunting season, she could often be found scouting for turkeys.
Marlene is survived by her children, Chassidy Long, Robert Long, and Jess Stevens (Kay); her grandchildren, Alexander Long and Mya Long; her brother, Michael Minix (Robert); and many other loving relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Ardell Long; her parents, Arthur and Lillian Minix; her brother, Scottie Minix; and her sister, Deborah Schenk.
A gathering of friends and family will take place at the Caskey Mitchell Funeral Home on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Humane Society in Jackson.
“I consider raising my children as the greatest adventure I have ever encountered. Definitely worthwhile, even with the tears that go along with the laughter.”
