Stephanie C. Martinez

Aunt Steph! Man its still so hard knowing i never get to see or hear you again. There isn't a day that goes by that i don't think about you. My grama and mom and I wathed Bowling for Columbine the other night. I got to see the campus! I look so forward to going over there and living another moment with you by my side! Your services were beautiful Aunt Steph! I wish they didn't happen but they were so perfect for you. I know your with Nana Lois now and i know that makes you super happy! But I...

Steph, I know and trust you are with your mom now. I think that is the only thing that gives me peace right now. I miss you so much, and driving home everyday and not having you on the other end of the phone is going to take some time getting used to. I miss our 3 hour phone calls! I wish I could change things, but we have to live on knowing that we were like sisters and there for each other no matter what! My kids have lost their favorite Aunt, and Mom feels like she has lost a child. ...

The irony for me in losing Stephanie is that she’s the one that actually taught me how to enjoy life. I was, and remain, inspired by Stephanie. I think about her all the time and thank her for the gifts she gave me. She taught me how to feel life and approach everything with passion. For Steph, it wasn’t about the cars, homes, or bank accounts. It was about making deep connections with family, friends, and loved ones. It was about pulling joy from a walk on summer days – to actually...

Stephanie was a special person...someone who lit up a room when she entered and made everyone feel welcome. I last saw her in Spetember 2007 with Stu after almost 20 years from our last meeting...and those 20 years just faded away as if they never happened. She will be greatly missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have been around her.

Stu & Bev, With our sincere condolences on Stephanie's passing. We know how very much you all loved her and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

I cannot reiterate enough - to know Steph was to love Steph.

Stu, My deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. I lost my father last year and I know how difficult this can be. Your sister is so young and sounds like she touched many people in her life. I'm sure God has a new purpose for her and she is catching up with your Mom. My prayers are with you and your family.

Steph was a special person in my life. She was a reminder of my Mother Lois as they looked and acted quite similar. I know that Steph missed our mother very much as we all have and I know that she is with her now. Steph was a positive influence on our family and her friends. She was a very caring and sweet person. I am a much better person for having had her as my sister. I will always love her and will miss her dearly but will remember her for all of the special times we had together. The...