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Stephanie Inman Obituary
Stephanie was born February 19, 1984, in Charlotte to Mary Margaret Inman. She was a graduate of the Northwest School of the Arts, and was finishing her first year at Central Piedmont Community College where she was majoring in travel and tourism. She enjoyed sharing her time with the children in the after school program of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System as an assistant teacher at Starmount Elementary School. As a free spirit, Stephanie found beauty and love in all aspects of her life. Her kind and gentle nature touched many lives and she will forever be missed by all.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2003, from the chapel of Lowe Funeral Home, 4715 Margaret Wallace Rd. The family will receive friends Monday evening, April 21, 2003 from 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Stephanie is survived by her mother, Mary Margaret Inman of Charlotte and by her grandparents, Ralph James Inman, Sr. and wife, Mary Lucy, of Conway, SC. Also surviving are numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, friends beyond count, and her beloved Billy Howell.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Habitat for Humanity, 516 E. 35th St., Charlotte, NC 28205 or to the Humane Society of Charlotte, 2700 Toomey Ave., CHarlotte, NC 28203.
Lowe Funeral Home is serving the Inman family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephanie Inman
Sponsored by Mary M. Inman, loving mother and friend.
Heather Inman
June 13, 2011
Nina, Ive been thinking a lot about you lately.. Missing you a bunch. Its been a while... Well a really long while.. I was 7 when I last signed this book. Although I was fairly young, I still have some faint memories of going over to yours and Aunt Mary's house and watching cartoons with you. Rugrats and Pokemon. Playing with Prancer and the kitties. I remember after you got your license we went to the movies with John and Josh. Though it doesnt sound like much, I miss you a lot.. I know that wherever I am your looking down on me, though sometimes its harder than others to remember that. I keep you in my heart.
I love you so much,
Heather
Billy Howell II
May 10, 2010
So, I got another memorial tattoo this weekend, been feeling alot of sadness, and I have been thinking alot about you, especially this Mothers Day weekend. I know you were smiling down upon your mom, and I just want you to know I will forever miss you.
Your Beloved,
-billy-
Billy(beloved)
April 17, 2009
I can never forget today and I know I never will. I know you are watching over me and always will. I will hold you in my heart forever because you touched me very dearly and I know you know that :)
Sherry Kight
January 1, 2009
Stephanie, my sweet, fun loving girl, I truly regret that I have never signed this book. I could never find the words to tell you how much I truly miss you and how brave your Mom has been since you were taken from us. There is so much I miss about you. I miss your enthusiasm and excitement for life, your wonderful smile, your beautiful face and all the love you shared with everyone you knew.
Time is suppose to heal all wounds; however, I think I miss you more now than ever before. There is so much I would share with you and so many moments of celebration for your accomplishments as you met the challenges of every day living. However, I look forward to the day when I can see you and Grandad in heaven and you can share the glorious accomplishments you have acheived there. I love you forever!
Love,
Aunt Sherry
Mary Inman
July 28, 2008
My dearest baby, I miss you so very much. There are many things that have happened since your passing that I'm glad you didn't have to deal with, but there are so many changes in the world that I know you'd have loved to see and do.
I finally rode Mission Space at Disney World. I wasn't sure I could do it. You and I wanted so bad for them to finish building it. It was fun anticipating the opening with you, but it would have been more fun to actually have ridden it with you. They've added a new ride in the Land (believe it or not!) called Soaring. You'd like it.
Being without you doesn't get any easier. Granddaddy has joined you now. I can't wait until its my turn to be with you. I love you my baby, Mom
April 17, 2008
We still miss you and love you. Mary I think about you alot . We need to get together. Stephanie you were a angel in my life the short time I knew you. Love Ciney
Jean Anderson-Collins
May 31, 2007
Hi Mary, I still think of you a lot, Stephanie will always be a part of my life and family because we are family. I love you and you are forever in my prayer, a friend forever Jean Anderson-Collins
Billy Howell II
May 22, 2007
hey steph I saw your aunt like a month ago I had to get glasses hehe it was good seeing her and I still think about you everyday and I miss you so much your beloved,Billy
Billy Howell II
February 19, 2007
Steph I miss yah happy birthday I can't believe it's been 4 yrs and I still miss you soooo much I love you you will always be in my heart
your beloved,
billy
Cindy Howell
February 19, 2007
Stephanie,
Thinking of you today and your Mom. It has almost been 4 years but it seems like yesterday that we were talking about your birthday and Tom's. I am so glad that we had the time together that we did. I love you. Cindy Howell
Billy Howell II
June 17, 2006
steph I'm sitting here thinking I need you so much I hve MS I can't deal with it on my own I just want you to tell me everything is ok I know your wtching over me and I hate these shots I have to take my tears never will stop flowing I miss you so much I miss uoi so much
billy
Billy Howell II
June 4, 2006
stephanie is has been over 3 years since we both were in that accident. I still wich as a boyfriend I could of done something, but I have learned God didn't do it and that life is hard. Somedays I cry somedays I try to remember what di dyou sound like what did we do as a couple anything and your my gaurdian angel now especially with my memorial tattoo for you I knew I had to do it. I love you more than words keep an eye out for me
Love
your beloved billy
David Ansley
April 17, 2006
MARY, I am truly sorry hearing about Stephanie, I know three years seem like a long time ago but for a parent to lose a child time is endless. I remember Stephanie as a very smart and beautiful child. I know it's still hard but continue to pray and relie on your friends.
Billy Howell II
April 17, 2006
Hey Stephanie well this day comes every year and it doesn't get any easier. I't has been 3 long and lonely years but I'm getting better. I still think about you everyday and just wish I could hold you one more time. You changed my life and I will see you again someday. Just continue to watch over me and keep me safe. I love you so much.
Your Beloved,
Billy
Cindy howell
April 6, 2006
Stephanie I miss you and Billy does to. He is so Sad right now but I know that you would not want him to be: You gave of yourselve to others and I am sure you would want Billy to do that also. He misses you very much. I love you Cindy
Teresa Barnes
March 8, 2006
Mary... thinking of you today. Just a friendly reminder that you are consistently lifted in prayer. Steph just continues to tug on our hearts... tis so sweet to remember! She's always around... you are thought of daily my friend...
Mary Inman
March 6, 2006
Hi sweetheart,
There's so much I'd like to tell you, but that I love you and miss you will have to be enough for now.
Love always,
Mom
Billy Howell
January 12, 2006
hay steph just letting you know I'm thinking about you mu sister had a baby tuesday I wish you could see it but I know you can from heaven I also saw your mom on tuesday it was so good to see her I love you steph and miss you so much
love
Billy your beloved
Billy Howell II
July 12, 2005
just wanted to sy how much I miss you steph I'm trying to get stronger and live my life for you. You gave me more hope and joy than everybody I've ever met. I nkow your watching down on me I love you so much
Love Billy
Mary Inman
March 24, 2005
Your favorite time of year as arrived again. As the days get longer and the sun warms the air I feel closer to you. How I miss every moment we had together. I love you Stephie, Mom.
Darryl Roark
December 16, 2004
Stephanie,
You are loved by people that never knew you because of the kindness and love that your mom has told us about and showed us.
Mary,
We enjoy our friendship with you and will be thinking of you through the holidays.
Homesick for Heaven.
Darryl
Billy Howell II
October 4, 2004
My days seem to get harder I miss you so much stephanie your were my soulmate my everything you run through my mind all day. I will never stop loving you and I wish you were in my arms right now but I know things will get better and that I know I will see you in heaven. I loveyou my favorite girl
Billy Howell II
June 19, 2004
well it hasn't been an easy year since I lost you were my one true love and I miss you so much can't wait to see you again
your beloved,
Billy
Mary Inman
May 26, 2004
I have been sitting here thinking about you and just wanted to let you know how much I love and miss you. Today has been a rough day (as you already know, they all are) and I needed to talk to you. You always were a good listener. How I wish we could be together, maybe it will be sooner than later. I love you, Mom.
Jon, Stephanie and Heather at Pirates of the Carribean
May 5, 2004
Josh, Jon and Stephanie at King Kong Ride
May 5, 2004
Stephanie and Jon with Spiderman
Mary Inman
May 5, 2004
As the days grow longer I remember our vacation times. It just wouldn't be right not to let others see how much you loved your vacations. This is for you baby. Love, Mom
Darryl Roark
April 26, 2004
Mary,Just a visit to say I am thinking of you and I hope you are as okay as a person with a crushed heart can be. You are blessed to have such a close friend and daughter. See ya later Darryl R.
Candy Blevins
April 23, 2004
Dear Ms. Inman, Just a note to to say I am thinking of you and Stephanie, today and every day. Chris and Chad have Stephanie's picture in their rooms, so they can remember her and feel her presence. They talk about her often and we all miss her very much. She was a true gift to our family. I wish you peace and hope you know that neither of you are forgotten. Yours, Candy Blevins
Billy Howell II
April 18, 2004
Stephanie on friday me and my mom went to your bench and put flowers down I hoped you loved them. Sometimes I like to think your walking around amongst us at your bench.... I feel like this bad dream will never end but I know you will pull me through this hard time... I love you so much
your beloved,
Billy
Maureen Inman
April 16, 2004
Stephanie, tomorrow is 1 year since we lost you. We all miss you dearly every day and we always will. You and your Mom are in our prayers constantly. I know that you are watching over Heather and Sydney, I thank you for that. Love always,
Aunt Maureen
Billy Howell II
April 15, 2004
Well Stephanie it's been a year since I lost saw you....If I would of known that was the last night I we would spend together before the accident I would of made it the best night ever somedays I don't know what to do with myself somedays I think how can I live without you but I know your watching down from heaven looking after me I will always love you for eternity you were the best girlfriend I ever had ,and I will love you forever you were my soulmate and that will never change. I know your looking down on me watching after me I just wish I could kiss you one more time I know you wipe my tears away
your beloved,
billy
cindy Howell
April 15, 2004
It is 3:OO and I am thinking of You and Stephanie and Billy: God is holding all our hands right now, because he knows the pain we are suffering: Stephanie is in his hands and at peace
Cindy Howell
April 15, 2004
I remember this today and you and Billy getting ready to leave for the beach: Me hugging you both and telling you to please be careful: You had your new bathing suit and new flip flops: I miss you so much Stephaine, I only knew you a short time but You helped Billy so much you must be an angel: Please keep watch over him he still needs you: Love Cindy
Caroline Inman
April 14, 2004
Mary you are in my thoughts this week, as the 1 year approaches for Stephanie and DeVon. Only time and Jesus will heal our hurts. May God Bless.
Caroline
Bobby Hawkins
April 13, 2004
Am sitting here thinking about an " Angel in Heaven" today!....hoping she is smiling down on us! Knowing she has her Wings! Fly-My Lady-Fly!
God Bless Ms Nina
Spring Break at Disney - April 2002
Mary Inman
April 11, 2004
Happy Easter, my love. It doesn't get any easier without you. I see your face today just as if you were here with me now. I miss you so very much and can't wait until the day we're together again. You were my angel then and you're my angel now. I love you forever, Mom.
Maureen I Inman
December 10, 2003
It has been almost 8 months and it still seems like a bad dream. We are all praying for you and God will give you the strength you need. You can always count on us, you know that.
We frequently talk at home about Stephanie and she is always in our hearts.
Christmas in Disney - 2001----- Stephanie with her favorite character
Mary Inman
December 3, 2003
The holidays are here and you're not. I will always hold all of our holidays together in my heart. Here's your Christmas card my angel.
I love you,
Mom
Lisa Roark
November 29, 2003
Dearest Mary,
I know that the last few days have been very hard for you, I hope that you have made it through ok. This is a wonderful tribute to your precious Stephanie. I know that your heart aches for her everyday but that the holidays will be even harder. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you.
Your freind,
Lisa Roark
Darryl Roark
November 29, 2003
Proverbs 3-5 Trust in the lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Mary this is a nice place for people to remember Stephanie and to be able to express there grief. I am sorry for such a great loss to you and your family and friends. I know you will always have Stephanie in your heart and all around you. I hope you survived Thanksgiving and we wiil see you Thursday night. Darryl Roark.
Mary Inman
September 6, 2003
Dearest Stephanie,
I miss you more than ever. Sometimes I think it will get better and then I begin to sink lower. I love you and I'll always come here to tell you so.
Love always,
Mom
Judi Alexander
July 6, 2003
Mary, our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Please let us know if you need anything.
Jim and Judi Alexander
Maureen Inman
May 25, 2003
Stephanie was a great kid! We miss her smile and jokes. We miss her coming over and visit. We treasure our memories of her playing with Heather and Sydney... Mary, you did a great job raising and forming such a special being. Thank you both for being part of our lives. Love, Maureen, Ralph, Heather and Sydney.
Heather Inman
May 25, 2003
Nina was my best friend and my favorite person in the whole wide world. I miss her a lot, but I know she's in heaven with God and she's watching over me.
Bob and Monica Rogers
May 10, 2003
Dear Mary,
Our prayers are with you in your time of loss. For so long, we did not know. We will remember Stephanie's bright smile and recall her her as a valued neighbor.
Rae Henley
April 30, 2003
To the Family
I just received the bad news this morning about Stepahnie. I've known her since the 7th grade and she was a great person to be around always. I'm going to miss her and her smile but I will forever keep her close to my heart.
Cindy Howell
April 28, 2003
Mary,
Even though I only knew Stephanie for a few months I loved her: She helped to change my sons life in some many ways for the good: I truly miss her, and pray for you daily. Love Cindy
John Durham
April 25, 2003
Stephanie, I am glad that I had a chance to meet you to see how great you were to Billy. I know that you meant a lot to him and you will be missed.
Kevin Kramer
April 25, 2003
Stephanie I am sorry I never had the opprotunity to be able to meet you. I would like to thank you for being so good and such an inspiration to my best friend Billy. You will be truly missed.
Barry Leaphart
April 25, 2003
Mary, I hope that all of our thoughts and prayers will help you overcome the sorrow that you feel. May you find comfort here in your "work" family, we'll help you along the way.
Jean Anderson-Colins
April 25, 2003
Stephanie will always be apart of our family, everytime I see Maurice or think of him Stephanie will come to mind. We loved her, we will miss her. But we all know she with God who love her more. She truly touch our life. With love you Stephanie.
Billy Howell II
April 25, 2003
you were the love of my life I would have given anything to marry you. Please keep watch over me and I will always look to the stars so I can catch a glimpse of your soul I love you and miss you so much
Joy Garland 'Miss NWSA 02'
April 25, 2003
Impossible it is to forget Stephanie's bright and cheerful smile, her exuberant personality, and her creative spirit. She was quite an impressionable young lady and one that will forever be missed. I had the pleasure of meeting Stephanie during my high school years and it goes without saying that our graduating class would not have been complete without her. Though it may seem hard never forget the truth in this scripture:
"Weeping may endure for a night but joy WILL come in the morning light."
Kandace Howey
April 25, 2003
Stephanie was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor and a pleasure to work with at school. My prayer and blessings are with her, as she is watching over us now.
Billy Howell II
April 24, 2003
steph you were the love of my life you changed my life in so many ways I will always miss you you would of been a great wife I love you so much please always look after me I will always look to the stars for you love billy
Jonathan Kight
April 24, 2003
hey aunt mary. i'm sorry that all of this has happened. it was just her time i guess. she is in a better place now. love, jon
Josh Kight
April 24, 2003
I can't comprehend what you must be going through. I wish I could say I empathize with you, but the amount of pain I feel I know can't, by any means, compare with yours. I pray everyday for your healing and the peace that passes all understanding. I love you Aunt Mary.
Wendi Payne
April 24, 2003
Mary, Thinking of you and your family during this time of sorrow. I pray that wonderful memories of Stephie will bring peace and comfort to you all. I know that Stephie will be one of God's brightest Angels in Heaven, just like she was here on earth. Love you...Wendi
Sherry Kight
April 23, 2003
Stephanie, you were a gift sent down from Heaven to share your love and laughter and joy of life. I love you like a daughter and I shall miss you for the rest of my life. You are like a beautiful butterfly spreading its wings to fly free so briefly upon this earth. Mary, I share your grief and cherish all the wonderful memories. Goodbye my butterfly.
Love, Aunt Sherry
Andrew Alexander
April 23, 2003
Although you suffer, be at peace. You are in our prayers.
And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.
Exodus 33:14
Al Tyler
April 23, 2003
Mary,
You and Stephie have been like one during the many years I've known you at Duke. I can only imagine how tough it is to lose someone so special to you. You know that all of your 'Duke' family is here if you need us. We love you!
Sandra Shelley
April 23, 2003
Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. If there is any thing I can do please let me know. Love, Sandra
Lorraine Short
April 23, 2003
I have known Stephanie sence the 4th grade. She was a person that I amired because she seemed to find joy in anything. Her family are in my prayers through this hard time.
Jessica Segal
April 22, 2003
I've known Stephanie since I arrived at Northwest and I remember always seeing a smile on her face. She was a very, kind and genuine person. I don't think that I would be able to get through any performance without her help. Thanks so much Stephanie, you will be missed.
Sharon Sands
April 22, 2003
Mary,
My heart goes out to you and your family...Stephie has touched so many of us with her love and her vibrant smile.You will be in my thoughts and prayers. The brightest star in the night sky will be the reflection of her smile, shining down on those who knew her and loved her.
Harvey Cummings
April 22, 2003
Stephanie was truely a rose that grew from concrete. She had so much energy, charisma, and eagerness in everything she did. I know she is in a special place. I also pray for the Inman Family.
Ethel Derrick
April 22, 2003
To the family:
May God give you peace at this time. I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to all the family.
Stephanie was a classmate of mine at CPCC. All of our prayers are with you at this time of grief and loss.
Sincerely,
Ethel Derrick
Michelle Smith
April 22, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray that you have peace during this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Michelle Smith
Mary Inman
April 22, 2003
Thank you to everyone who came to this place to honor my daughter. She loved and cared for each and every person that she ever met. Stephanie never new a stranger, she called all friend. I know she'll always be with me and with each one of you. When ever you think of her please let it be with a smile. Again thank you for all the loving support. (I love you Stephie)
Sean Matheson
April 21, 2003
Stephanie was definitly the kind of person who cared alot about others. I didnt know her that well but for such the short period of time that I knew her I could tell she was very special. She would always talk to me when I was too shy to talk back and she never turned her back to anyone. She was an awsome, kind person and her memories will live on in all of us.I wish I would have gotten to know her a little better. My heart goes out to her family. I want them to know that her life has impacted so many and she will never be forgotten for the kind person she is.
Amy Reynolds Brown
April 21, 2003
My son Justin was one of the many children at Starmount Pre-K Center who came to know and love your daughter. The first day I met her she ran to greet me and extended her hand. From that moment, I knew he and the other children were in good hands. She was a treasure -- unique and genuine -- and we miss her deeply. Please know that in her short time at Starmount, she touched all of our hearts -- and especially that of my young son.
The Mackey Family
April 21, 2003
Ms Inman will be truly missed by the many young students who had the opportunity of being under her direction. The children always had something nice to say about the way she treated them. She was a special person- From the Family of Montclair Elementary School After School Program.
Cathy Holt
April 21, 2003
Throughout my years as a student at Northwest School of the Arts, I have known Stephanie Inman. Words cannot describe the disbelief I have now that she is gone. I was in self-denial until I saw her picture in the obituary. It is wrong when somebody so happy is taken away so soon in life. My heart goes out to her family.
Johnson Barbara
April 21, 2003
Mary,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Barbara and Robyn Johnson
Dugi Bakalli
April 21, 2003
I will always remember Stephanie as a sweet ,bright, young lady that was full of smiles.My heart go's out to all of her family, and Billy ,all of whom she touched so deeply.
Teresa, Dustin & Kayla Barnes
April 21, 2003
Mary, Words cannot describe our pain, nor the love we have for you and your family. Though our hearts are breaking, a time will come when we all will be flooded with "precious memories". Steph will be missed so deeply but heaven is now entertained with one creative angel that has a style unique to only her. We'll continue to pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. Our home is yours and we'll always be here for you. We love you so much.
Candy Blevins
April 20, 2003
My sons and Stephanie have known each other since 4th grade. She was a dear, precious friend to our entire family....and we all will miss her very much. Stephanie touched our lives as only a real and true friend could. She will always have a special place in our memories. Our hearts ache for all of you and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Please know a new angel lives to watch over us, guide us, and protect us. Peace to you all.
Sincerely,
Charles and Candy Blevins
Jaime Howell
April 20, 2003
I miss you so much Steph, me and Billy will always remember you and I will always think of you as my sister.
Love Jaime and Tom
Caroline Inman
April 20, 2003
Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember her as she came to my house to see my 4 little dogs and how happy she was playing with them. Let me know if I can help you in any way.
Aunt Caroline
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