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Charlotte Hill posted a condolence
Saturday, September 11, 2021
Beautiful service for a beautiful young lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you . ❤️
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MJ posted a condolence
Thursday, September 9, 2021
I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of such a bright young lady. May God bring your family comfort during this very sad time.
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Dallas lit a candle
Thursday, September 9, 2021
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hailey lit a candle
Saturday, September 4, 2021
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Ms Donald you’ll always be my favorite teacher and my person for everything i know you’re watching above me and giving me the guidence that i need. Until we meet again❤️
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Dez lit a candle
Thursday, September 2, 2021
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You will always be my favorite teacher, my favorite friend, and my favorite light through the dark times! I love and miss you so much Ms. Donald!! Live wild and free up there!!
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Joy King lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Brenda Williams posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Looking back over the years and miles, I remember Stephanie as a curly haired, lanky and lean beautiful little girl who always danced around wanting to be a ballerina. She was lively and vibrant and loved her sisters. So full of life. Little did we know how she would affect so many lives in her short time here on earth. The service today was a celebration of a life well-lived, a testimony of a person who practiced the Golden Rule - to love one-another, as God commands, and an inspiration for all to learn from her example. Thank you for live-streaming the service. We will always remember Stephanie as a sister in Christ who never stopped loving others.
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Chris Benenhaley posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
I wish I could put the right words together to express just how wonderful Stephanie was...is. I say that because I know she's still with us in spirit. It has truly been an honor to call you my friend. My life is better for knowing you. Such a kind, loving soul. A beautiful woman inside and out. You're strength, determination, and sheer will to keep pushing forward has been so inspirational and amazing to see. Thank you, Steph...for everything. I love ya darlin'.
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Jennifer hodge posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
A beautiful child of God Almighty, now Stephanie you are a member of the Royal Family and feasting at The Table of The King✝️ we will see you again ❤️
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Heathcliff Addams lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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William Hudson posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
I was classmates with Stephanie at Manchester and then again at Lakewood. We were in orchestra and many other classes together. The most overwhelming quality of hers that really made her unique was her general sense of encouragement to everyone around her. She made everyone feel welcome, and yet was also someone you didn't want to disappoint. She didn't guilt you into anything, but you just respected her so much that you wanted to be a better person yourself. We've only kept in contact through social media the past decade, but reading through our messages, she would send me random memories from time to time. None of them were of any significant importance, but I valued those memories too and hadn't forgotten them either, and it means so much knowing she remembered and valued them too. In high school we almost signed up for a talent show to sing "Chances Are" from the Hope Floats soundtrack as a duet. We would sing it in class waiting for the bell to ring, and it's exactly the kind of random memory that you keep from high school 20 years later. It meant nothing to anyone except us, but it meant a lot to me. And I suspect that her life was full of personal connections like this with so many people. I'm sure that all of her friends, students, colleagues, etc., from all the many stages of her life have personal fond memories of their time with Stephanie. She lived in the moment and was the best of us. I am grateful that she organized our 10 year high school reunion, and I worry we'll never have another without Stephanie to pull everyone back together.
The last memory I want to share is that a few years ago she contacted me when her son was diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome. In 1996 I had a little cousin with a severe case of Marfan Syndrome who passed away at 4 years old. I don't remember talking about it much with anyone and surely didn't want to, but naturally Stephanie must have eased me into talking about it with her. When she found out about her son's diagnosis, she immediately remembered learning about Marfan from me 20+ years ago. She had questions and I offered words of encouragement, but more than anything I just want to use this story to illustrate what an incredible listener and friend she was. My heart was broken in 1996 and therefore it broke Stephanie's heart too. She lived with you in your pain and stayed there with you until you recovered, and then she carried that burden and memory in her heart & mind too. She had such a gift for empathy. What an absolutely fantastic person and friend. I will try to honor her by enjoying all the small moments in life in the present while trying to make as many lasting memories as I can. Thank you Stephanie.
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Mary Lynn Lee lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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For the short time we knew Stephanie, she was a fighter. So sorry for your loss and please know your family is in our prayers in hopes you will find peace knowing that she is with Jesus. May God continue to bless your family!
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through HIM that gives me strength!
Much love,
The Lee Family
Tommy, Mary Lynn, Chase, Clayton, Marlana Lynn
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Amanda Ford posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Beautiful service Stephanie. I send my condolences and love to your family. Rest In Peace love!
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Kim Farmer lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Stephanie was the most beautiful person I have ever met with the most beautiful soul. We met at Manchester Elementary and remained friends throughout our school years. We cheered together, ran cross country together had many sleep overs together. I will never forget her beautiful smile and laugh. I love you Stephanie and can't wait to see your beautiful smile again one day! Love, Kim Huber Farmer
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Nancy posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
A beautiful service that I know Stephanie is so proud of. Many prayers for peace and strength in the days ahead.
Love,
Nancy Branham
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Jackie Evans posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Beautiful service for a beautiful girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you walk the days ahead.
Love and hugs,
Tommy, Jackie, Logan & Presley Evans
Jack & JoAnn Logan
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Brian Smith lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:38-39
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Stephanie Griffin lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Viola Larry lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Chris Edge lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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I met Stephanie when she was a student at Lakewood. It was my first teaching position after graduating college. I first met her as a member of the Drama Club that I was advising. I decided that The Crucible was a good play for us to try to produce. We rented out the Opera House and had a one night performance. She played Rebecca Nurse, the sweetest and most innocent character in the play. Such a fitting role for her as that is who she was. Later, I coached soccer and Stephanie was one of our key players and eventually became team captain. She was someone the other girls looked up to and respected. We kept in contact through Facebook and eventually she came to work with me at Sumter High. I looked forward to this so that I could get to know her as a colleague instead of as a former student. Sadly, covid and her cancer prevented us from having much time to share together. I pray for her family and especially for her children.
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Shannon Flanagan posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Stephanie was one of my closest friends in 6th and 7th grade. There was a group of girls that we would have monthly sleepovers with, and I remember all the long nights of laughing, movie watching, and talking about boys. We reconnected several years ago and enjoyed a week together exploring Boston. Our hike around Walden Pond and picnic lunch is a memory I'll always enjoy. I wish we had been able to make that trip to the UK we were planning last year.
Stephanie was a remarkable woman and true friend no matter the time or distance. I admire her strength and the joy she found in life. She will be truly missed but lovingly remembered.
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Lawana Stembridge lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Stephanie, your smile was so infectious! Your heart was so pure. I am Happy although you will be missed by everyone- that your in the presence of the almighty. Love you and thank you for staying the course. Rest well my friend
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Denise Jones lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Sending love and prayers to the family. Stephanie you will be greatly missed by the Lakewood High School class of 2000.
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April Josey posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Stephanie was one of the first kids I met when I started going to Manchester in 4th grade. I was extremely shy back then and having even one person to talk to was a huge deal. We were friends at Lakewood and I introduced her to her high school sweetheart. Later, I learned my husband rode the school bus with her when he moved back down here from MN. She was the only person he talked to on that bus. She didn't know it, but she played an important role in both of our lives at totally separate times and made two kids feel a little less lonely.
We remained in contact mainly via social media over the years. We even had a virtual book club once and Stephanie went the extra mile composing the discussion questions. I could never have done such a thing myself. I could always count on her for book recommendations, or to discuss tv shows, or to share in our mutual appreciation of a certain movie/TV star. :)
I will certainly miss her. No one was like her. She was a steady presence in my life, always there in the background, and now there will forever be a hole where she once was.
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Christine Wernquist posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Stephanie was one of the first people to welcome me when I started working at Blue Ridge. She was always so genuine and always asked about my girls. We had a good laugh about our kids being thumb suckers like we were! Her passion for teaching and coaching and her brilliant mind were evident and appreciated by all who had the honor of being taught by her or working alongside her. Stephanie would always do everything she could to help a student succeed, which I saw countless times during my years that I worked with her. Stephanie fought a hard battle and is one of the bravest people I have ever known. While I am sad she is gone, I am thankful she is healed and resting in the arms of our almighty healer!
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Jeanna Larke lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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So sorry for your loss. Stephanie was my daughter Payton’s English teacher at Blue Ridge. She loved her. Prayers for your family. We love you Stephanie and you will be greatly missed.
Love
Jeanna and Payton Larke
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Viola Larry posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Tamara Castleberry lit a candle
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Proverbs 27:9 says “A sweet friendship refreshes the soul.” When I think of Stephanie I remember the friendship, love and laughter as two best friends (Randara and Stephanie) shared a secret or made a plan to visit England. I also remember the tears as the dreams took different directions then the joy as love brought them back together. The day you went home to heaven was just another direction on the path of life, I can only imagine the laughter when once more two best friends are reunited in Heaven!
Love ya, Momma T
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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
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Words will never describe what Stephanie meant to me. As a child I was shy and making friends was not easy for me. God knew exactly who I needed. It was His plan that led to my family moving down the road from her in Wedgefield. Our house was not even set up before Stephanie and her sister Loren were there to scope out the new girl. The friendship was instant and what followed was a glorious example of what true kindred spirits are. Before either of us could drive we would walk down the road to the gas station to get a cream soda for her and a root beer for me. Once, on what was surely the hottest day of the summer, we walked all the way there just to realize that we had forgotten our money. Then we struggled making it all the way back to her house. Our absolute favorite activity was telling each other stories. Mine full of mystery and mayhem and her’s all history and romance. It was this bond that brought out the English Teacher and the Librarian that was inside us. Through the years we did what people do. We lived our lives separately, coming together from time to time and picking up as if the parting had never happened. She was my Maid of Honor and I hers. While it hurts to know I can’t just pick up a phone and call her, I know that someday she will meet me at the Gates. I thank God every day for Stephanie, my best friend, my kindred spirit. I love you.
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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
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M. lit a candle
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
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I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of such a nice young lady.
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