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Stephanie Gauthier Obituary
LEOMINSTER -- Stephanie Jean Gauthier, 28, of Leominster, died Thursday, July 1, in her home.
She was born and raised in Leominster, the special daughter of Carl P. and Donna M. (Granata) Gauthier of Leominster.
Stephanie graduated from Mercy Centre in Worcester in 1998.
Stephanie loved sports and was involved for many years in the Special Olympics. She competed in bowling, swimming, and track & field. Stephanie also played baseball in the Challenger Little League, played basketball at Mercy Centre, and played in the local Mini Golf League for many years. She also loved dancing and music.
Stephanie worked at Montachusett Industry Resources in Fitchburg. She was a member of ARC Community Services and the Beacon of Hope. She was also a member of St. Anna’s Parish in Leominster.
Besides her parents in Leominster, she leaves her loving brother, Ryan P. Gauthier of Maine; her niece, Alexis P. Gauthier of Ashby; her maternal grandparents, Charles J. and Phyllis V. (Angelini) Granata of Leominster; her paternal grandfather, Frederick A. Gauthier of Fitchburg; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Her paternal grandmother, Regina (Malley) Gauthier, died in 1972.
GAUTHIER -- The funeral will be held Wednesday, July 7, from Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Road, Fitchburg, with a Mass at 11 a.m. in St. Anna’s Church, 194 Lancaster St., Leominster. Calling hours are Tuesday, July 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the ARC Community Services, 564 Main St., Fitchburg, MA 01420, or to the Beacon of Hope, 62 West St., Leominster, MA 01453, or may be left at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephanie Gauthier
Kathy Hamelin
August 23, 2004
To the Gauthier Family,
I knew Stephanie pretty well through the ARC and enjoyed taking her out on outings and spending quality time "girl talking". My favorite memories of her are when we used to go see the puppies at the pet store. She was so excited and loved to hold them. Now Jesus holds her just as lovingly in His arms. I still have a beaded "Kathy" necklace Steph made for me, that I will always treasure and wear with love.
Goodbye my friend...I'll miss you.
Kathy
Jeff Gosselin
July 15, 2004
Dear Carl and Donna,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Stephanie. I remember playing with her as a kid,she was always smiling and happy. That's how she'll be remembered.
Tina ( Terranova ) Peters
July 11, 2004
Gauthier Family-
I am so sorry for the loss of your Stephanie..... though that your/our loss is the angels gain. Steph was one of the sweetest kids I had worked with and I will miss her dearly.
Eleanor Williams
July 10, 2004
To the Gauthier Family:
I was ever so saddened to hear about the death of Stephanie. I got to know Stephanie very well while working as a Developmental Specialist at ARC. Stephanie would make a bad day turn bright with her smile and laughter.I am no longer employed at ARC, but I will definitely miss seeing her on Main Street in Fitchburg, and at alot of the department stores. Stephanie was truly a child of God. I know you will Miss her, but continue to move forward, and remember her smile and her warm embrace.
Kathie Linville (Heffelfinger)
July 8, 2004
July 8, 2004
Dearest Carl, Donna & Ryan~
I was so saddened to hear of Stephanie's passing. My most deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss. Take comfort in knowing she is with the Angels in Heaven now experiencing God's Love and Light.
CHERYL ROBILLARD
July 7, 2004
DEAR CARL, DONNA, AND RYAN,
MY RELATIONSHIP WITH STEPHANIE WAS A FRIENDSHIP FROM THE BEGINNING AND I WILL TREASURE IT ALWAYS. SHE MADE A DIFFERENCE AND TOUCHED MANY LIVES. SHE LITERALLLY LIT UP THE ROOM WHEN SHE ENTERED IT AND WE ALL KNEW SHE WAS THERE. STEPHANIE WAS A TRUE FRIEND ONE THAT NEVER JUDGED. SHE WILL REMAIN IN MY HEART NOW AND ALWAYS.
GOD BLESS,
LOVE CHERYL
Sheryl Gough
July 7, 2004
Donna, Carl & Family
I was saddened to hear of Stephanie's passing. I can only imagine how hard this has been on all of you. Stephanie lit up the world around her with her smile. I will always remember her joy and happiness when I would see her in the store. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
chris kelly
July 7, 2004
I was very saddend to hear about Steph, my heart is with all of you. When I remember Steph all I can remember is her huge smile. God bless
Alveta Bastarache
July 6, 2004
Donna, Carl, & Ryan:
Both Gerry and I wish to offer our sincerest sympathies on the passing of Stephanie. Even though we don't get to Leominster very often, we have not forgotten our dearest friends and their families. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love,
Alveta & Gerry
Mary Camacho (ARC)
July 6, 2004
Stephanie will remain in my heart forever. She was a wonderful friend. She was always smiling, dancing and singing. We sang a lot of Outcast together. and I will miss her forever.
Scott Doty
July 6, 2004
Dear Carl and Donna,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Stephanie's passing, but also so pleased that she had a wonderful and full life. How proud and pleased you have been and always will be of her accomplishments. All parents should hope to be as lucky as you and all children should be as lucky as Stephanie was to have had such wonderful parents.
Scott Doty
Krysha Walsh
July 6, 2004
Lexi & Family,
I am very sorry about your loss. They are very hard to go through. But I know i will always remember Stephanie because of that smile on her face which always made me smile. And she could always make me laugh with her gestures and jokes She will be missed dearly. I love you Guys. And Lexi if you wanna talk or if you need me email me i will be in houston til July 28! Sry i can't be closer at this hard time
.~*~.Krysha.~*~.
Lauren Walsh
July 6, 2004
Donna, Carl, Ryan and Lexi,
Stef was certainly a special person. I could always count on her smile and that big hug to brighten my day. She touched many hearts, too many to be forgotten. May you find comfort in knowing that caring thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you all and we pray that God will send you peace at this difficult time.
Lauren, Krysha, Brianna and Taylor Walsh
Elaine Hartman
July 5, 2004
We have known Stef for so many years, as her respite workers and through the respite house. It is such a loss as she shed light on each and every one of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Carl, Donna, Ryan and Lexi. May God Bless her and keep her.
Love,
The Hartman's; Elaine, Steve, Adrianna and Cameron
Lil Blanchette
July 5, 2004
Dear Donna and Carl ,as you know steff. was very special to me,still can make brownies without thinking of her and getting that big hug and a kiss on the cheek for those brownies.all my love . LIL BLANCHETTE
Lisa and Kerry Kauffman
July 5, 2004
Donna, Carl & Ryan - Stephanie was such a ray of light. I never saw her without a smile on her face, which made everyone else smile too! We will surely miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Nancy Perla-Brown
July 5, 2004
Donna & Carl, My deepest sypmpathy to you and your family. I didn`t know Stephanie all that well, but whenever I saw her at the ARC she always had a smile on her face. She will certainly be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.
Cate Schultz
July 4, 2004
Stephanie was a shining light in the lives of all my daughters; Laura, Nina, Emily, and Rachel. She was warm, loving, perceptive, and very funny. I know they will be inspired to share with others the joy that she shared with them. I am grateful that they knew her.
Laura Schultz
July 4, 2004
Donna, Carl and family,
The two short years that I spent with Stephanie will be with me forever. Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of Stephanie's life. She was one of the greatest friends I've ever had.
Paula and Charlie Davis
July 4, 2004
Donna and Carl,
We are so sorry about the loss of your beautiful daughter. There are no words that can provide true comfort. The Lord will take care of her now.
Stephanie is in our thoughts and our prayers.
Marlene Goodwin
July 4, 2004
Donna and Carl,
I was sadden when I heard about Stephanie and my deepest sympathies go out to you both. I will always remember her precious smile and great big bear hugs!
GOD BLESS
Ann Vaughn
July 4, 2004
Our sincere condolences on your loss.
Ann & Dick Vaughn
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