Stephanie P. Berenson

Stephanie P. Berenson passed away peacefully at her home in Milford, MA, on February 12, 2026, one day after celebrating her 68th birthday with her loving family by her side. Stepanie was born on February 11, 1958, in Portland, Maine.

The cherished daughter of the late Ronald and Joanne (Joyce) Strout of Maine, Stephanie grew up surrounded by the warmth of a close-knit family. She graduated from South Portland High School in 1976 and worked for several years for the City of South Portland and later as teacher's Assistant at Milford Public Schools where she worked for over two decades.

She was the beloved wife of Jeffrey R. Berenson for nearly 45 years, and together they built a life rich in love and shared experiences, first in South Portland, ME where they shared their early life together and later in Milford, MA. Anyone who knows them would say how much fun they had together throughout their marriage.

A loving mother and stepmother, Stephanie's legacy is carried on by her children: Gregory J. Berenson of Worcester, Tonya L. Berenson and her husband David Bedoya of Spain, and Jessica P. Clickner and her husband Benjamin of Uxbridge. Stephanie's greatest joy was in her role as a mother and then a grandmother to her four grandchildren, Leo, Sammy, Cameron, and Cassie, whom she loved to no end. She leaves behind two sisters Elaine Strout of Bangor, ME, and Sandra LaRose of Scarborough, with whom she shared a strong bond, supporting each other through life's many seasons.

Stephanie was the heart of her family, bringing them together through cherished traditions and gatherings centered around her incredible cooking, laughter, and just being together. Music was woven throughout their home, and she could be seen dancing around the kitchen to a favorite song with a drink in her hand while cooking and talking. She planned everything down to the last detail, never forgetting a birthday or anniversary, making sure each one felt special. She and Jeff spent countless evenings playing cribbage by the fire.

She was a voracious reader and could often be found with a book in hand, losing herself in her favorite genre of historical romance, and the many books her grandchildren have were gifted from Grammy. Stephanie took up golfing later in life as it was a way to enjoy time with her family and enjoy being outdoors. Among her happiest moments were those spent at Old Orchard and Hampton Beach and especially up at their condo in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, perhaps her favorite place, where countless memories were made.

Her departure has left a void that cannot be filled, and her unwavering dedication and steadfast love to her family will be deeply missed.

Visiting hours will be Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 3 – 5:30 PM in the Buma-Sargeant Funeral Home,

42 Congress Street, Milford with family remembrances and tributes being offered by the family at 5:30 PM in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Stephanie may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.