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Emily Stover Obituary
(1967 - 2020) Emily Lane Stover, of Nantucket, MA, passed away on September 21, 2020 in Sugar Land, TX. She was born June 10, 1967 in Des Moines, IA and grew up in Indianola.
Emily graduated with honors from the University of Iowa in 1989 and earned her law degree there in 1992. She clerked for Iowa Supreme Court Justice Bruce Snell Jr. before moving to Nantucket, MA. She joined a local law firm, later became law partners with Melissa Philbrick and practiced law in Nantucket for over 20 years.
Emily served on the board of the Two Centre Street Restoration Project, was President and board member of Housing Nantucket and volunteered at Safe Harbor for Animals. A highlight of Emily's life was traveling as a guardian for her niece, Sarah Austin, who performed in the Broadway tours of Once and Matilda.
Emily was especially known for her kindness and compassion towards others. She was thoughtful and generous to everyone she met, changed our lives for the better and inspired us to live each day with a positive attitude.
She will be deeply missed by her parents, Max and Virginia Stover, brother Joe Stover (Margot Voshell), sister Susannah Austin (Mark), her beloved niece Sarah and nephew David Austin, niece Shelby Benton (Steve), nephew Grant Voshell, sister-in-law Amy Austin, her dearest Pomeranians Trixie and Little Brother, extended family members and friends.
A private service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Ankeny, Iowa. In memory of Emily, donations may be made to the Palliative and Supportive Care of Nantucket (57 Prospect Street, Nantucket, MA 02554), Housing Nantucket (P.O Box 3149, Nantucket, MA 02584) or the charity of your choice.
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Andrea Slayton (Michele White)
October 9, 2020
Anybody that had the good fortune of knowing Emily knew how special she was. She was whip-smart and had the best sense of humor. She was kind and always included everyone. She truly liked seeing others happy and she always gave more thank she took. I was lucky to have shared many childhood experiences and memories with Emily. Ones that I have carried with me my entire life and will continue to do so. My thoughts and love to the Stovers, also, many thanks for creating and raising such a wonderful human.
Andrea Slayton (Michele White)
October 9, 2020
Anybody that had the good fortune of knowing Emily would agree that she was special. She was whipsmart and had an incredible sense of humor. She didn't judge and she included everyone. She liked seeing people happy. I was so fortunate to share many childhood experiences and memories with Emily. I have cherished those my whole life and will continue to carry her in my thoughts and heart. My thoughts and love to the Stovers and, also, my many thanks for creating and raising such a wonderful human.
Susan Oliver
October 4, 2020
Emily always had a huge smile and a kind word for everyone. Even though she seemed to be in perpetual motion, she was never too busy to stop and help anyone who needed it. My deepest sympathies to her family. Susan Oliver-law school classmate
Julie Sleeper
October 3, 2020
My thoughts and prayers to all of you. I have so many wonderful memories of Emily. She was a wonderful person with a pure heart. May her smile shine bright with her angel wings. Julie Brown Sleeper, IHS Classmate.
Lisa Kuiper Copple
October 3, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with the Stover family. Emily will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and kind voice. I know she was a great warrior for many years. My deepest sympathy to her family. May peace and comfort follow knowing she is in her everlasting home where her burdens are free and her battles won. ❤ Lisa Kuiper Copple, IHS Classmate
Jolene Laning Huen
October 3, 2020
Heaven gained a true angel. So sorry for your loss.
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