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Lisa M. Stenger
Lisa M. Stenger, 32, of Effort, died Sunday, March 22, 2009 in Overlook Hospital, Summit, N.J.. She was the wife of Barry Stenger. They would have observed their 10th wedding anniversary on April 24. Born in Easton, she was a daughter of Susan (Smith) Mendock of Effort and the late F. James Mendock Jr. She had been a supervisor of Starbucks inside of Great Wolf Lodge in Scotrun for two years. Survivors: Husband; mother; sons, Edward Vladimir Smith and William Drew Stenger, both of Effort; brother, Ty Mendock of Effort; sister, Maria Kitchen of Blairstown, N.J.; maternal grandparents, Ralph and Mary Smith of Columbia, N.J.; paternal grandmother, Joyce Mendock of Phillipsburg; grandmother-in-law, Betty Williams of Jonas. Services: 11 a.m. Friday, March 27 in the Kresge Funeral Home, Route 209, Brodheadsville with Bobby Gunther Walsh officiating. Burial will be at McMichaels Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Friday from 9 a.m. until time of service. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Overlook Hospital Oncology Unit, 99 Beauvoir Ave., Summit, N.J. 07901.

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 24, 2009.

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KM

March 18, 2022

We miss you Lisa.

Sue HB

April 6, 2010

I understand your pain, I have lost friends and family from Cancer, and I myself am a Cancer survivor. Live your life to the fullest and think of her always , she will always be with you and love you.

Keith Mc

April 5, 2010

Lisa's love lives on through her children and in your heart.

March 26, 2010

Miss you everyday....

brian omalley

March 25, 2010

Barry
I never met Lisa but I can look in her eye's and see a beautiful spirit they are the mirror of our soulGrief is a byproduct of tragdey but in the aftermath a catalyst to vow within ourselves to redouble our efforts to attack life.you areprayed for and cared for.
Brian and Doreen

joe

January 30, 2010

it is better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. know how you feel. i`ve been there. best of everything barry. think of your memories.

January 13, 2010

Hi Barry...

I just wanted to let you know that I still think of you and Lisa. I hope you and the kids are doing well.

~Sandi
Overlook Hospital

Jim Millick

January 9, 2010

Barry,
My son wrestles for Parkland High School and is currently at a tournament at Council Rock South High School. The school has partnered with a chrons disease organization and is selling t-shirts to help support the fight. Just thought you might like to know. I don't know you or Lisa but think of you and pray for you often.

Chuck Pfeffer

January 6, 2010

Barry,the most heart felt condolences are sent to you and your sons from the Pfeffer family.Don't be sad or angry about her passing,but be grateful you found someone special to share your love and time with while she was here. Chuck and Bernadette

Jessica Yankovic

December 30, 2009

Today is Lisa's birthday, and shes not here to celebrate it. i miss her so much, she was always there when i needed someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on, losing her was definitely like losing a sister .. i just hope she knows how much everyone misses her. I love you Lisa!

Barry if you guys need anything just let us know .. we're still here for you guys !

Jael Johansen

December 11, 2009

Vlad-

My regret is that I didn't know your Mom very well nor did I get to say goodbye. I wish I could have at least been at the funeral. Please know that I love you so much. To lose your mother is to lose a part of yourself. I'm here for you always. If there is anything you need, EVER, please let me know.

Jesse & Missy Marouchoc

November 5, 2009

Barry and kids,

Was finally catching up with old friends and heard. We are truly sorry for your loss. Lisa was a gem. The memories of hanging with yous at BVI will live forever.
We will miss her.

Hang tough buddy.

Candy

September 25, 2009

Barry,

So sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you and your boys. We are all thinking of you at Run-Rite.

Caroline Grish

September 14, 2009

Sorry to hear of your loss, you are a strong person, keep the good heart!

Mandi Groff

September 7, 2009

I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my prayers. God bless you and your family.

Marlena Eldridge

August 26, 2009

Barry,
I can only imagine the loss you are feeling-my thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys-she will forever be in your hearts.

Kristine Ordinsky-Parks

June 24, 2009

What a beautiful woman,mother etc...So sorry about your loss!

June 17, 2009

paul felici
Washington,nj

Christina Uszal

May 17, 2009

Barry, Vlad and Drew:

Lisa was a wonderful person who saw no wrong in anyone. She will be missed by everyone. You three are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Schuch

May 8, 2009

Hi Barry,

My deepest sympathies on the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this time. The good Lord never burdens us with any more than we can handle. God bless and take care. I have been a fan of 'ZZO for 20 years. We, your listeners, are there for you, brother.

Nino

April 29, 2009

I'm so sorry. Big fan of you and wzzo. So sorry man.

John Brensinger

April 21, 2009

I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you and your family comfort in these difficult times.

Todd

April 16, 2009

Barry, Sorry for your loss, I am a fan of ZZO and a regular listener. I have been married 26 years myself, I hope the Big Guy helps you through this time of pain.
"If he brings you to it, he will bring you through it"

April 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope that with each passing day, you find peace within. It was my honor and privilege to have cared for Lisa, and even though the time was brief, I was touched by the wonderful person she was.

~Sandi
Overlook Hospital

Mark Bannister

April 3, 2009

Sorry about your loss.

MARIANE

April 2, 2009

YOU AND YOU FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

Karen Barbarics

April 1, 2009

Barry,
On behalf of everyone on the Autism Speaks Walk committee, we would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Chuck Bodogh

April 1, 2009

Barry,
Sorry to hear of your loss, i'm just another listener. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Steve Pausinger

April 1, 2009

Barry,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Keep the faith. No words can make it easier but it gets easier as time goes on for some strange reason. If you need a friend, I am here (even though I am a Packer fan, LOL) everyday right up the street. From all of us here at Budget Instant Print, 30 Alta Drive.
Keep Rockin' and Hang in!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jeff

April 1, 2009

Barry,
I'm just a ZZO listener, sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and yours.

March 31, 2009

Barry,

You dont know me nor have I ever met your wife. A friend of yours is a member on a forum that I frequent daily. He asked for us to write in your guest book and give condolences. First off, im extremely sorry for what has happened. Nobody should have to experience what you and your kids are going through. Just know that everything happens for a reason and you WILL be a stronger person because of this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jason Morasco

March 31, 2009

Barry,
Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you deal with this terrible tragedy. From our family to yours...
God Bless

Express Sign Outlet

March 31, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Muller Chevrolet

March 31, 2009

We can't imagine what your going through. I'm sure you have a great family that are going through this with you. Also an extended family at the station and all us listeners. Keep your wifes memory in your kids lives everyday.

Dave

March 31, 2009

Barry,
I'm simply a listener of ZZO, and have been for many years. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you're dealing with right now, but as tough as it is to believe it will get better. I won't lie, it will never be "all better", but it will be better. Just keep all the memories of your wife in your mind and in your heart...if you do that she truly will live forever, because no one can ever take that away.

Matt

March 30, 2009

It is tough to understand right now, but just know that God has a plan for everyone. May God bless you and your family. zzo listener

Karen

March 30, 2009

Barry and Family - While you don't know me, I am an avid ZZO listener. I remember you saying many times that your wife was your best friend. My heart sank when I heard the news. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Life truly is too short and we take it for granted every day. May your memories of Lisa bring you comfort during this difficult time. Rely on your friends and family to get you through.

eric schantz

March 30, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. Our hearts are with you.

Debbie Miller

March 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time. She will live forever in your hearts.

Jim

March 30, 2009

My heart aches for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeffrey Tilton

March 30, 2009

I send my sincerest and deepest sympathy for you and your family during this difficult time. It is a sad reminder of how short a time we have together in this life, and how we must appreciate and enjoy life together, each and every day, which I am sure you both did.

March 30, 2009

Barry i'm so sorry for your loss and cannot imagine what you and your family are going through. My thoughts go to you and your family to try to get through this terrible time in your lives.
Avid lunch time listener from Bethlehem.
Wendy R

Kevin Thompson

March 30, 2009

My deepest sympathies to you and to your family.

randy's automotive

March 30, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Kalyn Lehr

March 30, 2009

I am truly sorry for your loss. I know how it feels to lose someone that is very close to you. Keep your head up.

walt bishop

March 30, 2009

Barry sorry for your loss.you willbe in my prayers,

Angie Singer

March 30, 2009

Barry & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I have missed hearing Barry on ZZO. May God bless your family.

Kati Brown

March 30, 2009

Keeping you in thoughts and prayers.

Karen Reis

March 30, 2009

Barry--sorry to hear of your loss...my thoughts and prayers to you and your family..

March 30, 2009

BARRY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ALL YOUR LISTENERS AT FLEMINGTON NISSAN

Hollie Seiple

March 29, 2009

My sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Kathleen Dolan

March 28, 2009

March 28, 2009
I did not know Lisa but, I am a friend to her sister Maria. I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the entire family.

Kristen Walsh & Carmina Monaco

March 27, 2009

My heart is breaking for you all. I can't imagine dealing with what you are having to face right now. Sticking together will only increase your strength and strengthen your memories. Lisa was a wonderful friend and I enjoyed every second I spent while working with her at Great Wolf Lodge. She will be greatly missed! We love you guys!

John and Sarah Cauley

March 27, 2009

Barry and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We're here for you if you need anything... even if it's just to chat!

Mike and Cindy Au

March 27, 2009

Out thoughts are with you my friend,
and if you need something...anything...
even just to talk...
you have plenty of friends ready to help!

Christine Hess

March 27, 2009

Barry and Family -
Keep your head up - My thoughts and prayers are with you. We are all thinking about you at the atation - anything you need, please don't hesitate to ask. We love you!

Bonnie Remaley

March 27, 2009

Barry we love you. Whatever you need please reach out to your 'zzo family. You will be able to do it, but you will need help. Lisa will always have her hand on your heart, and your sons. She will always surround them and protect them. There's no explanation for it, but it is there. Love overpowers all. I am so sorry.

Krystyn Keegan

March 27, 2009

Dear Barry, Vlad, Drew, and the Mendock Family,
Words can not express my deepest sympathy to you at this time. There is nothing I or anyone else can say that can take away the pain. In time you will learn to smile, laugh, and live life to the fullest with Lisa beside you at your every step. Through the memories and little reminders of Lisa you will find the strength to continue. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and friend.

Barry-Always kiss your boys goodnight, hold them close, and make sure they know that their mother truely touched so many lives. Share stories with them, stand your ground, and when you need help the most look up to Lisa. She will help you-That's what best friends are for.

Rhonda Rehrig

March 27, 2009

Barry, Drew and family
So sorry about your loss. You are in my thoughts.

Jen

March 26, 2009

Dear Barry and family,

I am very sorry and saddened to hear about your loss. I've known many people who have passed away due to cancer, including my grandmother 3 months ago, and let us hope that a cure is found soon. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope nothing but comfort for you during this difficult time.

Al & Betty Ivins

March 26, 2009

Dear Barry & Family
We are so sorry for your loss.We will keep you and your family in are prayer's. Lisa will be deeply miss.

With deepest sympathy
Al & Betty Ivins

Aleisa Kinsey

March 26, 2009

Barry,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your sons. May you find peace through the love of friends and family.
- Aleisa (Harvey) Kinsey

Rosie and Keynen Altemose

March 26, 2009

Barry and Family,
We wanted to express our deepest sympathy to you and you family on the loss of Lisa. We will keep Lisa, you and the boys in our prayers. God bless.

Tori Thomas

March 26, 2009

The world lost an angel.
My deepest sympathies to her family.
Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Shelley & Marty Lower

March 26, 2009

Dear Barry,

We were so sorry to hear about Lisa's untimely death. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Remember all the good things and hold onto the memories.
Hopefully you remember me (the old traffic mgr at the station)

John Costa

March 25, 2009

Barry, Vlad and Drew,
I'm so sorry about the loss of your most loved wife and mom...words cannot express the sympathy needed at this time....Barry, you've been a great friend online and I wish I knew more people like you....May you have some comfort knowing your most beloved wife is now at peace and no longer suffering. May time ease and eventually heal your grief, but may your sweetest memories stay forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jeneen Reitano Liebegott

March 25, 2009

Barry and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Pamela Patch

March 25, 2009

Dear Barry, Vladamir & Drew,
I am very sorry for your loss. Only time and your loving memories will help you heal through the pain you are feeling now. My son Evan & Drew have been schoolmates for the last two years. Drew is just a joy to be around and my heart aches with the saddness he has to endure at such a young age. If there is anything we can do to help through this time, please don't hesitate to ask.

With deepest sympathy,
Pamela Patch (Evan's mom)

Cassey Mehnert (Keegan)

March 25, 2009

Dear Barry, Vlad and Drew,
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. It has been many years since we have seen each other but the memories of those times are still with me. Lisa was such a wonderful soul and saw the best in people. She will be missed by all.

Theresa Sartin

March 25, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Candace Holzman

March 25, 2009

Barry,

We are so very sorry for your loss and hold you close in our thoughts and prayers. While we did not know Lisa well, we will never forget her hospitality and kindness when we visited Great Wolf Lodge.

I'm very sorry to hear all that Lisa had gone through with her illness and can only imagine the grief of losing your spouse at all, much less at such a young age. May you find comfort in knowing she is free from all pain now and is in a perfect place, looking down on you and the boys with her beautiful smile.

Please let Dan know if there's ANYthing we can do to help besides keep you in our prayers. You can be assured of those. God bless your family.

With deepest sympathy,

Kristel Hoffman

March 25, 2009

Barry, Drew, Vlad and Mendock Family:
It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now,
it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
Lisa REALLY did (as Barry said) give you ALL so much love while she was here....its enough to carry you all for the rest of your lives. I am so lucky to have known her and I will cherish all of the good times we had - ALL OF US - together. You know we're here for you and ALWAYS will be. We love you.

With Loving Memories,
Kris, Jay and Dom

Robyn Raisner-Ottesen

March 25, 2009

Barry,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prays are with you and your family.

Jon and Amber Smith

March 24, 2009

Dear Barry, Vlad, Drew and Mendock Family,
We cant express enough how sorry we are for all of you! Lisa was one of my best friends growing up. We shared so many ups and downs. She was a great friend and has created a beautiful family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Melanie Lloyd

March 24, 2009

Dear Barry and Family
im so sorry for your loss Lisa was a sweet person. you are all in my prayers
Melanie Lloyd

Jesse & Erika Mendock

March 24, 2009

Barry, Vlad, and Drew

I am so sorry about your loss. Lisa will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

bOB@jOANNE FITZPATRICK

March 24, 2009

barry,vald, drew
so sorry for your loss,Lisa was a beautiful person you and your family our in our prayers.
God Bless JAYS pARENTS

Mary (Gower) Palmieri

March 24, 2009

Barry,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

March 24, 2009

THIS IS A ROUGH TIME OF YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW JUST KNOW NOW SHE IS A BEAUTIFUL ANGEL AS SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS JUST COUNT ON GOD CAUSE HE WILL WATCH OVER YOU THROUGH THIS TIME. TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME......GOD BLESS THE FAMILY

Mikey and Traci Dannenfelser

March 24, 2009

Barry and family
I am so sorry for your huge loss. No words can make the pain or heartache go away just know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob@Joanne fitzpatrick

March 24, 2009

Barry,vald,drew
So sorry for the loss of lisa stay strong,you and the boys are in are prayers.Jays patrbts

Kim Borden

March 24, 2009

Barry,
I am so sad to hear of Lisa's passing. She was a wonderful person. You are all in my prayers.
Kim Borden (Habruner)

WENDY WILLIAMS DOMINGUEZ

March 24, 2009

DEAR BARRY & THE MENDOCK FAMILY

I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BEAUTIFUL LISA . I SEND YOU ALL MY LOVE AND PRAYERS.

fred milander jr

March 24, 2009

Barry and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss of your wife, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and although it is hard to not be sad, keep all your treaured memories close to your heart and she will always be with you.

God Bless,
(fred milander jr)
Freddie Frederick Jr

Sara Stier (Christman)

March 24, 2009

Barry, I am so sad to hear of your loss. I knew Lisa in school and she was always kind and beautifully spirited and as I've heard from Erin over the years, Lisa never changed. I wish I could say with honesty that time will heal your pain but, while it sounds nice, I personally don't think that's possible when you love someone so whole-heartedly as you do. Time will dull the pain though, I promise that. My hope for you is that you find the strength from the love you share with Lisa to simply recognize beauty in this world again and to remain the man and the dad you were when she was by your side. God bless you and your sons Barry, my heart goes out to you.

Heather Stenlake

March 24, 2009

Lisa was and will forever be the most gracious, loving, caring & selfless person I have ever known. I am truly blessed to have had such a wonderful friend in my life. God has a beautiful angel in heaven.

Amy Heller

March 24, 2009

To Barry and the family!
I am so sorry to hear the loss of Lisa.. When we hung out at someones house and she was there she always had a smile on her face and brightened the room....she will be helping you and guiding you through this time... You are in my heart and prayers!

Joel Kowalski

March 24, 2009

Dear Barry and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. I met Lisa just a few times, but each time she was an absolute pleasure to be around. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and thoughts. Please know that as your friend I will be here for you and the family. Stay strong, you and your family will be in our hearts.

Barbe Sieg

March 24, 2009

Barry, I am sooooooooo very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Ms. Sieg (formally Meyer)

Louise Rutt-Babirak

March 24, 2009

Barry ,I was sorry to hear of your loss. You have weathered many storms and I'm sure you have the ability to handle this one. You were one of my students a long time ago-

Debra Stenger-Keiper

March 24, 2009

Barry, Vlad & Drew
I am so very sorry to hear about Lisa.
Please know that you are all in thoughts and prayers.
Love you,

Laurie Killian

March 24, 2009

Lisa was a bright star at Great Wolf Lodge. Always with a smile and laughter. I enjoyed working with her and having her as a friend. Many great memories...Lisa, thank you. You are in my heart now and at peace. Barry, Vlad, and Drew, anything...just reach out.

Autumn Jacobs

March 24, 2009

Lisa was one of my first friends when I moved into the area in grade school. I remember her as a teenager, she was mature, friendly, fun . . . I'm just so sorry to hear of her passing. You are in my thoughts.

Daisy Genovese

March 24, 2009

My deepest and heartfelt sympathy at this very difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Tina (Chandlee) Ortiz

March 24, 2009

Barry,

I am sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and your family.

Leigh Ann Bryfogle

March 24, 2009

Barry sorry to hear about your loss, you have had many heart aches, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Matthews (Stohr)

March 24, 2009

Barry,
I am so sorry about Lisa. She was a great person, I remember her from school. You and your 2 sons will be in my thoughts and prayers

Jenn and Fred Weaver

March 24, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.

March 24, 2009

Barry - I am so sorry. I just heard about Lisa's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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