Gretchen A. Stephan

Dr & Mrs Stephan, Barb & family,
I had the chance to reconnect with Gretchen at Rogers Middle School she the teacher & myself the student teacher. On my first day there it was if we were still 7 years old again. Gretchen was a warm & giving individual and as I became her friend all over again, I knew how special she was. I often think of Barb & Gretchen and the fun we had in your basement playing as children.
My deepest sympathies to the entire Stephan family!

Dear Stephan Family,

Our sympathies go out to you for your great loss. We are thinking of you and hope that fond memories of Gretchen will bring you peace.

Dear Stephans,
I went to St. Mike's with Gretchen and spent a part of a summer as roommates at school. She really knew how to make me laugh. She will truly be missed. Please know you are all in my thoughts.

Bill and Joanne
Fran and I were sorry to hear of Gretchen's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Dr. and Mrs. Stephan & family, What a beautiful tribute to Gretchen on Saturday. Standing room only for an amazing person! I will miss Gretchen so much - her humor, her generosity and most of all her friendship. Thank you for sharing this wonderful person with us. My life has been blessed for having known her. Fondly,
Jackie (Gisel) Inzinga

Dear Stephan Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about Gretchen.We were friends at St. Mike's learning to be teachers. She was a beautiful person and made me laugh daily.I will miss her.

Dear family Stephan, and, of course, Rob,
The Memorial Service was wonderful. Gretchen surely was impressed. I felt the gaping hole in the room, Gretchen's wit noticeably absent. Despite being such a petite woman, she left a big footprint. So many cared for her. I'm sure you filled with pride in seeing and hearing how many people she touched. I sang my heart out; I hope she heard me. I can hear her now: "Not exactly Barbara Streisand, Dana, but hey, at least you try." God knows she tried ....

Dr. and Mrs. Stephan, Mary Beth & Family,

I just learned today of Gretchen's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. You're all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Dear Stephan Family,
My heartfelt condolences go out to you all at this time. I was so saddened to hear of your loss. She will be missed and remembered.