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Stephanie Peterson Obituary

Stephanie Ann Peterson
Today, our hearts are broken as we all mourn the loss of our beloved older sister, Stephanie. Her bright light and big heart left us too soon, but we will remember her warmth, love, and generosity.
Stephanie Ann Peterson, 64, was born in Laconia, NH on January 23, 1959 and left this life on January 6, 2024. She moved to Bridgeport at the age of four and remained in Connecticut for the rest of her life. She graduated from St. Augustine's School in 1973 and Bassick High School in 1977.
She was predeceased by her parents, James E. Perry Jr. previously of Monroe and Patricia A. Perry, previously of Gilford, NH; her first grandchild, PJ; and her step-mother, Mary Perry previously of Beacon Falls.
She is survived by her two daughters, Jillian Savage and her fiancé Jeremy Savage of Massillon OH, Jessica Peterson and her partner Luis Nunez of Shelton; her two grandchildren, Hailey Rosado and Nathan Nunez of Shelton. Also, her siblings Sandra Zalik and her husband Steven of Stratford, Scott Perry of Shaftsbury, VT, James E Perry III of Monroe and Derek Perry and his wife Lindsey Garcia of Nashville TN. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews - Henry Perry, James Perry, Hannah Perry, Ethan Perry, Maya Perry, and Michael Perry.
Friends may call on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main Street, Stratford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, January 15, 2024 at 10:30 am at St. Augustine Cathedral, 399 Washington Ave., Bridgeport. Interment will be private. Please visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com to express condolences.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Jan. 11, 2024.

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Donnajean Contreras

April 6, 2024

Just heard that you passed you will be missed but you get to see Billy again Rest Easy my friend...

Christine and Bob

January 29, 2024

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

Joseph mobilio jr

January 11, 2024

Great woman may she rest in peace.

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St. Augustine Cathedral

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