Robert O. “Bob” Stevens age 91 a long time resident of River Falls passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, June 7, 2012 at The Lutheran Home.  He was born April 12, 1921 in St. Paul Park, MN.  He served his country in U.S. Army during WWII and was a member of the American Legion Post 121 in River Falls.  On September 15, 1944, Bob married Mildred Lehr in Aplington, IA.  He served on city and county government boards and was an active member of First Covenant Church in River Falls since 1956.  Bob is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred and son, Timothy.  He is survived by his son, Rob (Pat) Stevens of River Falls; daughter, Mary (Warren Wildes) Stevens of Arden Hills, MN; granddaughters, Melissa (Jeremy) Crayford of River Falls and Kimberly (John) Fredrickson of Kenosha, WI; great grandchildren, Evan and Simone Crayford, Allison and Eli Fredrickson.  A memorial service was held Saturday, June 16, 2012 at 10:00 am First Covenant Church in River Falls.  A reception followed the service at the church.  Interment was private.  Memorials may be designated to First Covenant Church Building Fund.  Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of River Falls.