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STEPHANIE AUSTIN Memoriam
Stephanie Marie Austin
Stephanie Marie Austin, 16, beloved daughter of Allen and Debbie Austin, passed away from childhood cancer on Nov. 20, 2013. Stephanie was a beautiful, smart, strong, courageous and loving young lady. Her parents couldn't have asked for a more perfect daughter. She attended Mountain View Christian School from K-6, Harney for 7th and then was homeschool following diagnosis. She attended Central Christian Church Northeast. She enjoyed riding quads, making crafts, driving her car and shopping. She is survived by her parents, her maternal grandmother, her paternal grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, Stephanie wanted donations made to the wonderful organizations that were with her as she fought this terrible disease: Children's Specialty Center of Nevada/Cure 4 the Kids, Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada, Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation and Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada.
A celebration of her life will be held on January 11, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Central Christian Church, 1001 New Beginnings Dr., Henderson, NV.
Stephanie's parents would like to thank everyone that helped their beloved daughter fight Ewing's Sarcoma for the past three years:
• Children's Specialty Center of Nevada/Cure 4 the Kids – Dr. Jonathan Bernstein and Dr. Alan Ikeda, all the wonderful nurses and staff. We couldn't have made it this far without you all.
• 21st Century Radiation Oncology – Dr. Paul Treadwell and all your staff.
• Children's Heart Center – Dr. Carlos Luna and all your staff.
• All the doctors, nurses, technicians, therapists, counselors, office staff, etc. associated with:
o Dr. Steven Paul, Nevada Oral and Facial Surgery
o Dr. John Gosche, Pediatric Surgeon
o Dr. Mark Barry, Orthopedic Surgeon
o Dr. Randal Peoples, Neurosurgeon
o St. Rose Sienna Hospital
o University Medical Hospital
o Sunrise Hospital
o Summerlin Hospital
o Steinberg Diagnostic
o Desert Valley Therapy
• Candlelighters of Southern Nevada
• Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation
• Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada
• Central Christian Church
• Coffee Cup Café, Boulder City, NV
• The Wig Cottage, Henderson, NV
• Spreadinglove.org and all other people and organizations that provided support and kindness.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for taking such good care of our beautiful angel. Stephanie was our world, our baby girl, and we will miss her for the rest of our lives. God Bless you all.
~ Allen and Debbie Austin
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Memories and Condolences
for STEPHANIE AUSTIN
Staci
December 10, 2021
Missing your infectious smile and your golden heart. Miss you baby girl!
Debbie Austin (momma)
May 4, 2021
Hello baby girl, I got a notice that someone posted and it was so amazing to see how your memorial bench and rock can touch someone's life ... help them to hug a little more <3 I still shed a lot of tears. Daddy and I miss you so bad and wonder if you would have graduated college, got married, maybe started a family of your own. I know you are so happy, healthy and safe in Heaven, but it is really hard not to wish so bad for things I can't have in this life. I'm praying for the day you reach for my hand to take me Home. Until then, please come visit me in my dreams again. It's been so long and I really need a hug and kiss lil' one !!! Love you more, momma
Anonymous
May 2, 2021
I took my son to Floyd Lamb park today for some dad/son time. We decided to take a break, and sat on a bench; the memorial foe you was in front of us. After I read it, I googled your name, and came across this page. My son didn’t understand why I then proceeded to give him a big hug. RIP little one.
Aunt Anna and Uncle Richard Winn
December 25, 2019
Merry Christmas beautiful angel. We know your celebrating in heaven and I'm sure your helping to take care of our Connor for sure. Please come visit your mom and dad they sure do miss you as do we all .We are sending millions of hugs and kisses your way always. We love you sweet girl,until we see each other again Merry Christmas
Debbie Austin
December 24, 2019
My brown-eyed beauty, It is Christmas Eve and I am still here without you. Your daddy and I along with family and friends were able to hit over 60,000 Bibles by your Angelversary. I wasn't sure we could do it this year. Grandma was a huge help. I miss you so bad. I'm trying so hard to stay strong but, oh, how I want to hold you again. Please ask Jesus if you can come visit my dreams again. Its been so long and I really need to hold you, even for a few minutes. Baby girl, it doesn't feel like a "blink of an eye". I hope you are having a wonderful celebration for Jesus' Birthday in Heaven. I love you more. Praying we are reunited soon, Momma
Debbie Austin
October 8, 2019
My precious baby girl, it is so amazing when someone post on here just to remind your daddy and I how much you are loved. Next month is coming way too fast, and although I can't wish this life away fast enough, it brings so much pain. You were the center on my world. I love you and miss you more than words can even begin to express. Your daddy and I are off track a bit on the Bibles this year with trying to get some others things handled, BUT we are going to try very hard to get to 60K by 11/20. I pray every single day you will visit my dreams again. I wish you would come give me hugs and kisses and let me know you know about Stephanie's Wish and the effort we and our loved ones are making to honor your memory. Looking forward to Heaven and Forever with Our Savior and you, my brown-eyed beauty. Love you MORE, Momma
October 7, 2019
It has been a long time since someone has visited this page! I just want to let you know I love you and am always trying to live out your amazing and caring ways! Your momma and dad are working so hard to spread love...we are up to over 50K in bibles! We have a ways to go but are making strides! Thanks for being with me Saturday for the Relay For Life! I love your soul and feel you around me sometimes! Miss your smile and laughter!
Debbie Austin
July 30, 2018
Ob baby girl, what an incredible honor it was to see your life has still touched people as they visit Floyd Lamb at Tule Springs. You would be 21 now. It is so very hard living without you. I'm still praying and praying for Jesus' return ... until then, a visit to my dreams would be greatly appreciated - please ask Jesus for me, lil' one. Momma really, really misses you. My love is with you forever <3 Momma
Jeff Katz
July 29, 2018
The memorial in Floyd Lamb is beautiful. She seemed to be a wonderful daughter.,The memorial in Floyd Lamb is beautiful. She seemed to be a wonderful daughter.
Jay Schumacher
July 28, 2018
I didn't know your daughter. I was out at Floyd lamb with my 3 year old son fishing this morning and we saw your daughters memorial. He asked me Dad, whose that pretty lady, she looks happy. I told him I didn't know but she's in heaven now n that's why she's so happy. I felt compelled to look up and read about her. I just wanted to reach out n let you know that your girl made an impact on us today. I will say a prayer for your family today. You will see her again.
Staci
December 21, 2017
Merry Christmas beautiful!!!! I miss you so much ! Please continue to visit your momma and dad soon, as holidays are hard without you! I love you and miss you lil one!
Debbie Austin
March 31, 2017
Stephanie Marie, my sweet, brown-eyed beauty --- I can't believe you would be 20 years old. I was so happy to see your beautiful friend, Jessie Mae remembered you so fondly. I miss all of your old friends. I am really struggling without you lil' one. Please please come visit my dreams and let me hear your voice. I'm not sure how much longer I can do this. My heart is still shattered. I'm not even sure how it keeps beating. Please talk Jesus into bringing me Home too !!! I can't live without you. Your broken-hearted momma
Jesse Mae Flores
March 29, 2017
Hey Steph, I still haven't forgotten about you. I remembered it was your birthday yesterday. I've grown now. Although I am still that same goofy and weird chick you know from school, I have matured so much more over these years. I remember when we both went to MVCS. Those were the days. I remember always hanging out in daycare after school and playing around and being weird and goofy in the playground. You always made me feel so comfortable being myself and I have always admired that about you. Around the other kids I had a hard time being me. It was you, Salma, Shayla, Taylor, and Ashely that always brought out the best in me. From time to time I still think of you, your parents, your dogs. My favorite memory with you was being there with you when the Make A Wish foundation had redecorated your room. I remember that big smile on your face that you had. I still won't ever forget your goofyness and bright smile. It's a constant reminder for me to always be myself, because that's what you always did. I really wish I had more time with you. Love, Jesse Mae Flores
March 14, 2014
Baby girl, only two weeks to your 17th birthday... I am so lost without you. I wanted to make such grand plans for you, hoping and praying that you'd be healed and feeling up to a big celebration. I miss you so very, very much. I will love you forever and ever. I pray that God shares with you how much you are loved and missed <3 Forever and always, your momma
Kiana Allen
February 27, 2014
Stephanie is a hero to everyone who met her. She was a beautiful, strong, fighter. I know that my Auntie DeAnn, who she was close to, was there waiting for her. Rest in peace and I am thinking of her family. xoxo, Kiana
Mary Warren RN
February 12, 2014
Stephanie endured much, and she loved much. It was a privledge to care for such a brave and tender soul. I will remember her fondly. Her prayers were inspiration, and made me cry out to God. One day I will celebrate with her in glory. Until then......
February 10, 2014
Stephanie there are no words to explain how much you will be truly missed by all of your Family members and all of us whose life you touched and are now in our hearts forever.I had the honor of meeting you when we did your room makeover for your Make A Wish we had so much fun planning everything I remember in the beginning you wanted a doll house that you could live in we all laughed about that because it really wasn't what you wanted at all you just really wanted your own space in a beautiful new room and we made it happen. it was amazing how it all came together and when you opened the door to your new room I will never forget the look on your face and the little scream you let out as you jumped on your new bed I knew that you would live everything in your room we had such a wonderful night with all of us we laughed we ate pizza and just had a ball. I am writing this to you because I know that you will see it and although we will miss you I am so grateful that you don't have to endure any more pain I love you Stephanie and some day we will meet again. June Make A Wish of Southern Nevada
January 21, 2014
Stephanie - your Celebration of Life was beautiful. I hope that God let you see all the wonderful people that came out to show their love. I also hope you saw the hundreds of lime green balloons we sent to heaven. Daddy wanted it to be the day for tears and from now on only happy memories ... I'm trying, but God asked a lot of me on this one. I pray everyday for His help and that I can finish my work here SOON !!!
Yesterday was two months... I am so very sorry, but I lied to you to let you go ... I'm not okay (without you) and I will never be okay until the day we are re-united in God.
"You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book." Psalm %6:8
Stephanie, God must have multiple bottles or a very large bottle for all of my tears. My heart is forever shattered without you in my life.
Praying for the day we can be together again...
Always and forever, Your Momma
Uncle Richard,Aunt Anna Samantha and Jamie Winn
January 16, 2014
Well miss Stephanie although your celebration of life ceremony was so hard to go through we saw first hand what an amazing ,caring ,beautiful young lady you truly were.We feel blessed to have been a part of your life.We will truly try to cry no more but to honour your memory with smiles and stories of the time we spent together.You will forever be in our hearts.
January 6, 2014
Stephanie, you are a strong, wonderful, brave young woman and will always be thought of as such!! I promise you touched my life more than I ever did yours!!!! God Bless. Mike
December 31, 2013
Stephanie - my beautiful baby girl, I miss you so very, very much and am not looking forward to a new year without you in my life. Please let Jesus know I'm looking forward to seeing you soon !!! Love, Momma
Rosie Alston
December 31, 2013
Hello Angel,
You are missed very much Stephanie. From the time you learned to talk, wherever you blessed you presence, you always left a mark.
Your bubbly and humble spirit was felt from the start by anyone upon introduction. I will miss that sweet big voice young lady.
Heaven has gained a new Angel name Stephanie. You are loved.
All my love, Strength, and Faith to the Austin Family during this heart breaking time.
We find our strength in his light.
Rest in Paradise
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas Stephanie <3 It was our first Christmas without you. Daddy and I struggled throughout the day. I think from now on, I'll celebrate Jesus' Birthday instead... I hope that you are having a huge Happy Birthday Jesus celebration in Heaven. I "LOVE YOU MORE" than words can ever say. I hope you can still see, hear and feel all of my love for you all the way to Heaven. I miss you more every day. Praying for the day I am with you again ... (please God) soon !!! Love, Momma
Brandon Sarah & Hayden Sharp
December 21, 2013
Rest in Paradise sweet princess
Lisa Mitchell
December 21, 2013
Heaven gained the sweetest angel. Though your time on earth was short, you'll never know the impact you've had on so many Steph... Your strength and courage will be remembered forever. Merry Christmas in heaven sweet angel.
December 20, 2013
It has been a month today since you went away ... I miss you so very much and my heart hurts more each day. I miss you touch, your kisses, your smiles, your laughter, everything about you. I love you so very much my sweet baby girl. I hope that the time until we can be together again passes quickly, Momma
"The moment that you died
my heart was torn in two,
one side filled with heartache,
the other died with you.
I often lie awake at night,
when the world is fast asleep, and
take a walk down memory lane,
with tears upon my cheeks.
Remembering you is easy,
I do it everyday,
but missing is heartache
that never goes away.
I hold you tightly within my heart
and there you will remain.
Until the joyous day arrives,
that we will meet again."
---Unknown
Joyce Coyle
December 20, 2013
There are never the right words to describe what has happened to such a beautiful, warm, caring and loving little lady. Stephanie's concerns were always that everyone else was taken care of. She never lost her smile, even when the times were the toughest for her. Holding her hand, rubbing her little feet, giving her a kiss on the cheek--memories I keep close to my heart everyday. I sure miss this tough little girl, she's an inspiration to those that were lucky enough to be touched by her presence. I know Stephanie is now at peace and she is always looking down from above watching over her Mom & Dad, making sure they are doing okay. Steph, you will always hold a special place in my heart-I miss you everyday. Peace to you, my special cousin. Love Joyce
Scott, Janet, Sydney & Kyleigh
December 19, 2013
What a special young lady. So much grace, beauty, and a heart of gold. Your smile brightened this world. One of a kind is the only way to describe you. You are and will always be missed, and loved. You have and will remain in our thoughts and prayers. We was blessed to have known you.
December 19, 2013
The 19th was a special day for us - the day in August 2010 that you were diagnosed. After trying to get answers, we felt God put His hands into our situation and we got an answer, not the one we hoped for, but it gave my baby girl a fighting chance. And fight you did!!!
Stephanie Marie, you are the strongest, bravest, most courageous teenager and young women I have ever known. God blessed me more than I ever deserved when He gave me you.
I love you with all my heart and look forward to the day we are re-united Momma
Marion L. Mickey Winn
December 18, 2013
All of my Love forever
Michael Winn
December 18, 2013
what would I have done given the same circumstance. This young Lady held up her head and walked on as those these words would not stop her. I hope that I could and would face life as she did. All of our Love to you Steph and your wonderful parent that raised such a Lady.
Pamela Nichols
December 18, 2013
I have no words that will work, I have been a prayer partner with Rosemary Tennill ever since the diagnosis. I feel lost as do many of Stephanie`s friends and family. I do,however,still maintain that God is in charge and though our faith may be shaken, it is NOT broken! Stephanie was a light in so many ways, and is now at peace with our Lord, no pain. I look forward to meeting her in heaven when it is my time to join my Lord. Peace to her family.
Arlene Burton
December 18, 2013
This was a life that had hardly begun
No time to find your place in the sun
No time to do all you could have done
But you were loved for a lifetime.
No time to enjoy the world and its wealth
No time to take life down from the shelf
No time to sing the song of yourself
Though you had enough love for a lifetime.
Those who live long endure sadness and tears
But you'll never suffer the sorrowing years
No betrayal, no anger, no hatred, no fears
Just love , only love , in your lifetime
Our Sympathies to all of the family!
December 18, 2013
I have been struggling with what to say, and I still am not sure...I have been staring at this for an hour.
But Stephanie was one of the most mature and incredible young women I have ever met. Her physical strength and faith was inspiring. I can only hope to find the strength she had in my life time. I will greatly miss her. And since our last visit I have a new found respect for One Direction :)
December 18, 2013
"Yes, we are fully confident, and we would rather be away from these bodies, for then we will be at home with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 5:8 NLT
Stephanie - It has been four weeks today, since you went home to be with Our Lord and Savior. I know that you are more happy, healthy and safe in His loving arms than you could ever be here on earth. I pray God lets you come to my dreams and lets you give me signs reminding me of the beautiful angel that He blessed us with on March 28, 1997, Good Friday. I will love you forever and I miss you so very, very much. And, although, my heart has a very large hole, I am so very thankful to God that you were my beautiful gift, my incredible daughter and that you are now cancer-free and dancing again. Loving you always and forever, Momma
Rose Mary Tennill
December 17, 2013
God never promised the roads we travel would be easy, but He did promise He would be by our side to carry us and guide us along the way. My prayer is that He carry you and guide you both through this rough road you travel.
Gerry and Margaret Ohmes
December 17, 2013
To let someone go that you love so very much is an act of faith. God rewards faithfulness. And in His time, when we have completed our purpose on earth, He will reunite us all again. His time doesn't usually make any sense to us and sometimes it hurts beyond what we think we can stand. But have faith--Jesus said "I am with you always". And so He is. We are praying for you all to feel His loving arms surrounding you now. Stephanie is safe in God's loving embrace without pain and without care. May you have comfort in that and the love of family and friends. We love you.
Brittany Harker
December 17, 2013
Stephanie,
Your strength, courage, and bravery was that of a true soldier. It amazes me that such a young person fought such a fierce battle, and always did so with a smile on her face. You have touched my heart. You truly are an amazing person, and you are loved and missed by many. I know you are shining bright now! Rest in paradise, beautiful, never shall you be forgotten!!
Uncle Hank
December 17, 2013
I know this is a terrible loss, but we must trust in God. You are always in my prayers.
Uncle Richard n aunt Anna Winn
December 17, 2013
Words will never be enough to say how much you are loved and missed our beautiful angel Stephanie .Although you were only with us for a short time you gave us a lifetime of love and memories .We know now how blessed we truly were by our heavenly father because he chose us to be a part of your earthly life ,and our blessings will continue when we see you again.
December 17, 2013
Stephanie Marie we miss you so. Your giggle and smile will forever be etched in my mind. Please watch over us all from your cloud in heaven but especially your mama and daddy.
You are the best birthday gift one could have ever asked for yet you gave even more.
Love and miss you babygirl.
Uncle Herbie and Aunt Sheila
December 17, 2013
If roses grow in Heaven,
Lord please pick a bunch for me,
Place them in my daughters arms
and tell her they're from me.
Tell her that I love her and miss her,
and when she turns to smile,
place a kiss upon her cheek
and hold her for awhile.
Because remembering her is easy,
I do it everyday,
but there's an ache within my heart
that will never go away.
I love you Stephanie Marie and miss you more than words could ever say. Looking forward to the day we are together again, Momma
December 16, 2013
"Every good and perfect gift comes from above." James 1:17
Forever in my heart, Momma
Penney Towers
December 12, 2013
Stephanie was a courageous young woman, whose life was a testimony to many.
May God bring her parents, friends and family members many warm and loving memories of Stephanie throughout each day's passing.
Brenda Montoya
December 11, 2013
Stephanie had such a bright smile and was a beautiful strong young woman. It was such a pleasure to spend the weekend with your family getting to know you all. Stephanie will be remembered for her contagious laugh, her strength and strong will. She is truly an angel. I feel blessed to have known her during her short stay on earth.
Sue Waltermeyer
December 11, 2013
Such a beautiful, kind, loving girl...she leaves many happy memories to remember her by. So very glad I knew her.
Kim
December 11, 2013
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Debbie and Alan. Stephanie will always be my hero and the most beautiful angel! God Bless! xoxo
Jan Bennett
December 11, 2013
Dear Stephanie . . . A bright shining angel with a smile so beautiful. The short time on this earth you gave so much joy and love and in return loved by so many as well. You brought joy and happiness and was blessed with a Mom and Dad, family, and friends who loved you more than you will ever know. We have no answers to those questions as to why you were taken so soon but you will "always" be remembered by so many and know you are one of the 'brightest angels' with the beautiful smile shining down from heaven. We love you dearly.
Teri Littlejohn
December 11, 2013
Steph, you are an inspiration to ALL. You will be forever remembered and missed.
Linda DeCamp
December 9, 2013
She will always hold a special place in my heart. Loved her very much and you are missed every day.
December 8, 2013
You are missed Sweet Child, your kind heart and gentle ways will forever be a reminder of how we all should treat each other, thank you for the lessons learned from one so young.
Alexandra Peterson
December 8, 2013
Stephanie, I can not adequately express how much you've touched our lives. Your courage, strength and love have inspired us all. You're forever in our hearts. We love and miss you Steph, our Miracle Girl. Alexandra and Family
Madeline Peterson
December 8, 2013
Stephanie, I love and miss you so much. I still don't think that it's hit me that you're gone. You've been such an inspiration to me and I couldn't ask for anything more. I will keep our foundation going. Goodbye my sweetest, best friend. I will love you forever.
Allen Austin
December 8, 2013
I was blessed and I didn't even know it. God gave me a beautiful girl. Stephanie made me happy, she made me sad. She made me smile, she made me cry. She made me proud and then she died. She told me she loved me and then she said her famous words "I'm sorry" when it was me who was sorry. I will love you forever, Daddy
Maureen Allred
December 5, 2013
Stephanie,I wish you could see what a wonderful and inspiring impact you have made on me
I will love and miss you always
Thank you for letting me be part of you and your families life
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