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Stephanie Vest Obituary

Stephanie Vest, 34, of Lee's Summit, Mo., passed away December 3, 2008, at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. A visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at the Kansas City Baptist Temple, 5460 Blue Ridge Cut-Off, Raytown, MO 64133. A celebration of Stephanie's life will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 10, at the church. The burial will take place at Lee's Summit Historical Cemetery, and will be a private. Stephanie is survived by her loving husband, Eric Vest; three beautiful children, Zachary, Cole and Gracelyn Isabelle Vest; parents, Steven Krider and Betty Ramsey and grandmother Faye Krider, as well as other siblings, family, and many friends. She will be dearly missed. For more information on Stephanie's journey, the family asks that you visit the website www.stephanievest.com. Arrangements are with the Speaks Suburban Chapel, (816) 373-3600.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Dec. 7, 2008.

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Jeanie Creath

December 2, 2009

December 2, 2009
Dear Stephanie,
Know that we still think of you and will always keep you in our hearts. We love you and miss you.

Kelly Gentry

December 14, 2008

Hello.
My name is Kelly. I do not know your family. I was searching for someone and saw your daughter. I am a new mom myself, and I am sobbing as I type this. May God put His loving arms around you and your family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss.

phillip turner

December 10, 2008

Betty, I am sorry for you loss. I read the blog site and was impresses that you raised such a determined and loving person. It appears that her beauty was not only physical but spiritual. Also it seems that she had a strong and good husband to endure all that he has gone through. I have a friend thats wife is looking at a long struggle with cancer. It is unfortunate that this may give me insight of things to come in future for him. I wish you good thoughts in your times of greavance and may the lord be with you. Amen.

Nicole Peters

December 10, 2008

I think about you all every day. I could not make it to the service, but you all were in my mind! Remember her as the beautiful, wonderful person she was. Always here for the entire family!

patricia swartz

December 10, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Delora Scaggs

December 10, 2008

Dear Family,

I went to high school and cheered with Stephanie, and I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I pray that God will continue to surround you with love and support from your many friends. What a witness you have been to all who have followed your journey.

God Bless You--and remember that with God ALL things are possible (Phil. 4:13)

Delora (Smith) Scaggs

Joe Bryan, Semper Fidelis

December 10, 2008

I would like to extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to Stephanie's entire family. May she rest in God's loving arms forever. May the good Lord be with her family & many friends as they will think of her often. May Stephanie rest in peace.

Mark Abernathy

December 10, 2008

Betty and Larry,

I am so sorry for your loss. Life is a such a mystery on why God took such a beautiful person from this earth at such a young age. My prayers and thoughts will always be with you.

Tamara Blatny

December 10, 2008

God is AMAZING! Lord, I pray for Eric to cling to You, Oh LORD! Father, surround Eric with Your love, Your peace (which transcends all understanding. Philippians 4:8). Lord, be real to Eric and the children! Let Your Presence be in their home and with them always! Thank You, God for using this family to further Your Kingdom! Hallelujah!

Sheryl Wiser Jones

December 9, 2008

I went to high school with Stephanie and remember her as a sweet and outgoing friend to all. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Lorraine Stegeman

December 9, 2008

Betty - I was so shocked to hear of Stephanie's death. I remember the many times she came to see me. She was a beautiful girl and I always enjoyed seeing her. Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you at this time.

Thelma gilpin

December 9, 2008

Betty,
I am so sorry to read about your daughter's illness. My daughter Alicia went to school and was in brownines with Lacey. My prayers go out to you and your family. I can't imagine what you all must be going through. May God give you peace and comfort.

L F

December 9, 2008

Didn't know her at all but what a beautiful lady Our prayers are with you all

Leah Plante Milosevich

December 9, 2008

Eric,
My prayers are with you. Stephanie really was a beautiful woman inside and out.

Dana Dusheke

December 9, 2008

Eric and Family,
I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am a good friend of her sister Adrienne and she always says how wonderful of a person Stephanie was.

Paige Grego

December 9, 2008

Eric and Family,
My daughter is in your son's second grade class and I just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless

Michelle Byrd

December 9, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to Stephanie's family and 3 young children. Always keep her memories alive. (a friend of Tashia Langley)

Lana Watson (Spencer)

December 8, 2008

Dear Family,

I attended JCHS with Stephanie, she was a beautiful and wonderful person inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your children. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lana Watson (Spencer)

December 8, 2008

Dear Family,

I attended JCHS with Stephanie, she was a beautiful and wonderful person inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your children. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jamie Sims

December 8, 2008

I didn't know Stephanie personally, only through the website, but I came to know what a amazing, beautiful and caring person she was. I am so truly sorry for your loss and am praying for you and your family. Please know that Stephanie has been an inspiration to so many people that she never even met.

Jessica Bennett

December 8, 2008

Dear Vest Family:

Your journey touched more lives than you know! God bless you now with peace & understanding.

Randon Arney

December 8, 2008

Eric:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the kids and all of your family.

Melissa Sanders

December 8, 2008

Eric you and your children are in my prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Katy Britt

December 8, 2008

Eric, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jason & Katy Britt

Hannah (McLaughlin) Bode & John Bode Family

December 8, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Stephanie was a beautiful person inside & out. She spread smiles & happiness to all those around her. She will be truely missed.
Sigma Sigma Sigma Pledge Class 1994

Megan Miller

December 7, 2008

Vest Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of Stephanie. She was such a fun & loving woman & we enjoyed all the fun times we were able to spend together. May she forever rest in peace with the angels.
Chris and Megan Miller

Stephanie Eaton

December 7, 2008

Eric,

I wish you and your family peace knowing that Stephanie is in a better place. She was so courageous in her fight. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of fun and joyful times together as you celebrate Stephanie's beautiful life.

Michelle Leigh

December 7, 2008

Eric and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss, I pray that the Lord above will heal your hearts and give you peace over time. May it give you comfort knowing that your Stephanie is now healthy and free of pain. There will be no more tests, needles, and cancer for her, as she is at home in Paradise with Jesus.

You are a couragous and faithful husband, father, and Christlike example to us all, Thank you!

In Christ's Love,

Greg Hinrichs

December 7, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jeanie & Gary Creath

December 7, 2008

Eric,
It's been a long journey for all of you, but our dear Stephanie is seated with Jesus and suffering no more. God Bless you Eric for being such a wonderful, strong and faithful husband. Our prayers continue for you and your little ones. Love You All,

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