Stephanie DeJardo

How do you say goodbye to a woman who required no introduction? Stephanie was an amazing woman. She was intelligent and kind. Witty and hilarious. Passionate and driven. And she was our rock. Stephanie always found a way to rescue everyone, including her furry babies, to make them feel loved and appreciated. Her favorite thing, above all, was simply being in the company of her family. She loved deeply. Stephanie loved swimming, good music; dancing and singing along, teaching her children and grandchildren to cook and craft, saving plants and flowers no one took home from the discount cart, South Park, Rick and Morty, and bright colors; the brighter the better. She loved the summer and the fun traditions it brought. During Halloween her house would become a haunted mansion, and Christmas brought the north pole and a winter wonderland. She was strong. Inside and out, and her hugs could dry the saddest tears. She taught us about life and love. Acceptance and truth. Every one who knew Stephanie is lucky to have had the chance to know such a woman, and she will be greatly missed.