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Stephanie Kwolek Obituary

Stephanie Louise Kwolek

AGE: 90 • Wilmington

Stephanie Louise Kwolek passed away peacefully in June 18, 2014. We want to thank Gilpin Hall and Compassionate Care Hospice for their care and kindness.

Stephanie was born in New Kensington, PA in 1923. She is the daughter of the late John and Nellie Kwolek and late brother, Stanley. Stephanie earned a bachelor's degree in Chemistry in 1946 from the Margaret Morrison Carnegie College of the Carnegie Institute of Technology, now known as Carnegie-Mellon University. She has received numerous honorary degrees including an honorary doctorate in Chemistry from the University of Delaware in 2008.

Stephanie was a chemist at DuPont from 1946-1986. In 1965 she discovered a fiber stronger than steel which became known as Kevlar®. With this discovery and her future work on a new branch of synthetic polymers, liquid crystalline polymers, she has received numerous awards with the most recent, the induction into the Delaware Women's Hall of Fame.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Catholic Church, 10 Church Road, Greenville, DE. A visitation will be held on Friday evening, June 27, 2014 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the CHANDLER FUNERAL HOME, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803. Interment will be held on Monday, June 30, 2014 at 12:00 PM at St. Mary's Cemetery, New Kensington, PA.

Stephanie has always supported women and science, and in lieu of flowers, please send a memorial contribution in her name to the Girl Scouts of Chesapeake Bay, 100 West 10th St., Suite 610, Wilmington, DE 19801.

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Published by The News Journal from Jun. 22 to Jun. 24, 2014.
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Stephanie was my father's first cousin on her mother's side. She was very humble and lived simply. Her love for fashion came from her grandmother who was a seamstress In poland. Her Grandmother, Catherine Was My Great Grandmother.

Pat novak

March 17, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

May 7, 2018

Valenda Newell

November 23, 2016

It was a Privilege, Pleasure, and most of all a Honor to work for Stephanie Kwolek as one of her technicians. She was a Pioneer in the field of Chemistry an asset to the Dupont Company, but even more improtant she was a Wonderful Lady. Chet Rice

Chet Rice

July 2, 2014

Stephanie Kwolek was a pioneer - as a woman and as an inventor. She left behind a name and a legacy that won't be quickly forgotten, especially among those whose lives she touched. The works has lost an amazing woman, but her legacy makes the words penned by a wise man, ring true: "A good name is better than precious oil; and the day of death, than the day of one's birth."

Abby D.

June 30, 2014

I had the privilege and the pleasure of working with Stephanie after she had retired from DuPont. She was a excellent model of a successful woman in science and she was actively engaged with women's groups promoting science as a career path for women. My sympathies to the family for their loss.

John Collette

June 30, 2014

In grateful appreciation for your invention of a product that saved so many lives, and will continue to do so. Condolences to the family...

Lorena Jones

June 28, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss.We would like to express our warm love and deepest sympathy for you and your family. I am sure that you will find much comfort from the bible at Acts25:15.

J.J. Stre

June 27, 2014

God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered “come to me.” With tearful eyes, we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us; He only takes the best.
Semper Fidelis

Jim Downs (Ret. Lt. PPD)

June 27, 2014

May God be with you

ARTHUR DAVIS

June 26, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family. "May the God of all comfort bring you peace" during this very distressing time. 2 Cor 1:3

June 25, 2014

Thank you for being a pioneer, and a true role model for women and little girls with an interest in science everywhere.

K Z

June 25, 2014

Hello, I'm sorry to hear of your family member's death.

June 25, 2014

What a wonderful gift that saves lives. We pray for the time when peace will fill the earth. Isaiah 54:13 tells us that that time will become a reality. Until then the family and all the friends have my deepest sympathy for your loss.

v h

June 24, 2014

As a Police Officer, I thank you for your contributions to our safety. Thank you and my Condolences to the family.

A S

June 24, 2014

Sorry for your loss. The bible says that god is the source of life. Acts 17:24,25 says that he is capable of restoring life to our love ones again.

June 23, 2014

Psalms 90:10 says: “The span of our life is 70 years, Or 80 if one is especially strong”.

June 23, 2014

Your Kevlar protects my son in law, my brother and nephews in the line of duty every day. I thank you. Rest easy. Prayers to your family.

June 23, 2014

Dear Kwolek family,
We said our sympathy sympathy to you during this time. May the God of comfort be with you during this time.
Once said, "We're all on the same train in life, but those who have fallen asleep in death are in the sleeper car." When God calls Stephanie by name, she will wake up to a beautiful paradise earth. Where she won't be sick anymore or suffering.

Tina

June 23, 2014

June 22
I am sorry for your loss. May you fine comfort in the love and support from your family and friends. A comforting scripture 147:3.

June 22, 2014

Linda Tracy

June 22, 2014

An earth angel...prayers for the family.

Cynthia Alexander

June 22, 2014

Thank You

Steve Stallard

June 22, 2014

I have known Stephanie for years at Pioneering Research Laboratory and through my work on "Kevlar" processes and products. With her passing, I feel like it is a personal loss to me.

William Uy

June 22, 2014

May you be given comfort from our Heavenly Father to help you get through this difficult time. Sorry for your loss.

T W

June 22, 2014

Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you. Deepest of sympathies

Hart family

June 22, 2014

To the entire family. Please accept my condolences. May the peace of God be with you all in this time of sorrow. Rom 16:33.

G J.

June 22, 2014

Wow, never knew it was a women's discovery. So awesome. My deep sympathy to the Kwolek family for your loss. I know you're proud and miss her.

Ms Bea

June 21, 2014

God bless you and thank you for all the lives you have saved. May you rest in peace.

Patty Severud

June 21, 2014

Ms. Stephanie Kwolek shall be remembered for her scientific brilliance and dedication to humanity. Her discovery of Kevlar has saved many lives. ~With sympathy and prayers to Family and Friends.

Rose

June 21, 2014

Rest in Peace

Scott Chamberland

June 21, 2014

Thanks for helping SAVE so many LIVES ..... God Bless

June 21, 2014

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

June 21, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort bring you relief in your time of distress. 2Cor. 1:3. Please accept my condolences.

India

June 21, 2014

Truly sorry for your loss, she will be truly missed, may God give comfort. Psalm 36:9

June 21, 2014

Please accept my condolences for the loss of Mrs. Kwolek. We are thankful for her contributions to society. I hope you find the comfort that only God can provide. May the comfort you receive give you peace of mind and heart. Philippians 4:6,7

June 21, 2014

As a retired police officer, I wore a Kevlar vest every day of my career. Although my vest never stopped a bullet, I always felt safer knowing I was wearing Ms. Kwolek's invention. Thank You for all the lives you have saved. May you rest in peace. JWM

JWM

June 21, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this most difficult time in your lives. Be assured that God will help you cope with the heavy weight of your loss.

June 21, 2014

My condolences to the family. May God grant you comfort in your time of loss.

June 21, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

June 21, 2014

My moat sincere condolences to Stephenie'S family and friends. May God give you strength to endure these difficult times. Philippians 4:13

June 21, 2014

My condolences to the family. May the God of all Comfort provide the support that you need to get through this difficult time.

June 21, 2014

May all be comforted by the wonderful promise: And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more. Neither mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away"

April

June 21, 2014

Dear family and friends we are sorry for your loss.May the comfort only God can supply be with you during this difficult time.

Bankston

June 21, 2014

I didn't know Ms. Kwolek, but she was doing the work of peace by saving many lives that otherwise would have been lost. Bless her.

Michael Cohn

June 21, 2014

Be comforted in knowing that God is with you during this difficult time and
that there are friends that also share your sorrow with you. I find Psalm
121 to be very comforting during these times.

Dotty

June 21, 2014

My sincer condolences to your family. May you have comfort from God. Psalms 65:2

June 21, 2014

Dear Stephanie you will be missed.RIP with God, Stanley and your parents.You did the world an enormous service. xo

Kim Wilson

June 20, 2014

My late father John McBride also worked as a chemist on Kevlar in the 1960's and likely knew her. May all who mourn her find peace.

David McBride

June 20, 2014

My sympathy to Ms. Kwolek's family and friends with her passing. At the time, she, as a woman, did work that benefitted so many. I, being Polish, thank you...the legacy that you leave, Ms. Kwolek, is that your work has and will continue to save lives. Rest In Peace...you truly have earned your reward...

Mark Slomski

June 20, 2014

rip

michelle plakas-kaiser

June 20, 2014

Thanks for helping save my life, rest in peace.

T Wright

June 20, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Stephanie's family & friends.

Patti R

June 20, 2014

Roosevelt Peebles

June 20, 2014

My heartfelt condolences for the death of Stephanie Kwolek. I am so appreciative for her scientific knowledge and the way she exerted her efforts toward the safety of our men and women in uniform who protect us every day. Certainly her deeds are indelibly stored in God's memory awaiting the promise of better times for such persons who wish to experience exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.

Brenda

June 20, 2014

To a great lady, rest in peace knowing that we are all in a better place because of your talent and passion.

Olivia Lombard

June 20, 2014

Offering heartfelt condolences to family and friends on the loss of Ms. Kwolek. What an accomplished chemist. May your memories warm your heart and give you peace during your time of grief.

June 20, 2014

Thank You for your life's contribution! May you now be "protected" by the Lord in your forever home.

A Polish Friend

June 20, 2014

As a retired Police Officer, I am very grateful for the discovery Ms. Kwolek made, and the work she and her team did. May she rest in peace

Jim Grier

June 20, 2014

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Harry Simpson

June 20, 2014

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