Gerlinde Marx Stevens, age 84, of Hayes, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. Gerlinde was born on January 25, 1939, in Butzbach-Pohlgöns, Germany, during World War II. Her family owned an Audi/Volkswagen dealership where she met her husband, James, who was stationed in Germany. After getting married in 1976, they returned to the U.S. and settled in Gloucester. She was affectionally known as the “Muscle Doctor” who was internationally known for her muscle therapy practice. She was featured in a German magazine and a TV special for helping a German rockstar get back on his feet. Gerlinde was passionate about her work and was active until the last days of her life. One of her proudest moments was becoming an American citizen. Gerlinde is survived by her husband, James R. Stevens; son, Dirk (Stephanie); twin daughters, Monica and Jennifer (Richie), and grandchildren, Skyler, Nayla, Teddy, and Sully. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Services under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home & Crematory.