She was born on July 8, 1941 to Virgil and Nadine West and was a lifelong resident of the Hinton community in Columbia. She was also an active member of the Dripping Springs Christian Church and went on several mission trips abroad. Anita took great joy in fostering for Second Chance Animal Rescue, and volunteering both at the senior center and Habitat for Humanity.
Anita is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Wade, and former spouse, Robert Stevens, as well as her parents.
She is survived by her sons, David Stevens, Andy Stevens, and Michael Stevens; grandchildren, Robert Stevens, Elizabeth Stevens, and Travis Loyd; great granddaughter, Ella Rose Stevens; and nephews, Kevin West and Karl West.
A visitation will be held at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W, Columbia, MO 65202 on Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 2:00 pm till 3:00 pm with funeral service to follow at 3:00 pm.
Donations may be made in Anita’s honor to Second Chance Animal Rescue at https://columbia2ndchance.org/donate-now/ or by calling (660) 882-5050.