ROCHESTER, N.Y. — ​Longtime former Rochester City Councilmember Bob Stevenson has died.

Stevenson served on the City Council for 20 years from 1987 to 2007.

He was also a teacher in the city school district for 30 years.

After retiring, Stevenson and his wife Mary helped address violence in the city as part of the group, “Police and Citizens Together Against Crime.”

Mayor Lovely Warren issued a statement regarding Stevenson's passing:

 

“Bob Stevenson was a true community servant who was known by all for his kindness and generosity. I join the many who remember him fondly in reflecting on all he accomplished for our City, his neighbors and his students. His memory will continue to serve as an inspiration to all of us to put the needs of others first as he did throughout his life. I am sure that he gone to join his beautiful wife, Mary, who devoted himself to until her passing. They were truly a beautiful couple. I extend my condolences to his family, friends and loved ones that I know span across all of Rochester and beyond. Rest in peace, Bob, and thank you.”

City Council President Loretta Scott also released a statement on Stevenson's death:

"The passing of Robert Stevenson marks a major loss to the community.  As a neighborhood leader and City Councilmember, Bob served for decades with boundless energy and total commitment to helping others .  He and his now departed devoted wife, Mary, were a welcome and frequent sight as he worked at City Hall and lead efforts to improve neighborhoods in the City’s Northwest District he represented.  Bob’s tireless efforts towards making the city a better place to live for all were major contributions to Rochester as a whole.  We offer our sincere condolences on his passing.”