Stephanie Darrow Obituary
Stephanie A. (Yasko) Darrow of Cranford, New Jersey, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, in Cranford, New Jersey, just shy of her 80th birthday on Sunday, November 19, 2023.
Stephanie was the loving wife and mother of her late husband, Earl W. Darrow and late daughter, Jennifer L. (Darrow) Marchese.
Stephanie was the beloved sister of Mrs. Linda (Yasko) Wargo and sister-in-law of Mr. Alan Wargo.
Stephanie was the devoted cousin of Mr. Michael L. Vaughan, Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Virginia Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Edward and Patricia Belevedere, Ms. Lynn Belvedere and husband Mr. Glenn Strathearn, and Mr. Joseph Belvedere and husband, Mr. Stan Zimmerman.
Stephanie was the cherished grandmother of Jordan Marchese and fiancé Ariana Rodriguez and Noah Marchese, former mother-in-law of Gary Marchese, and "adopted MA Darrow" of Mr. and Mrs. Christopher and Lisa Carlson.
Stephanie leaves behind treasured friendships with Mr. and Mrs. Albert and Patricia Maglio, Mr. and Mrs. Roy and Patricia Condit, Mr. and Mrs. Philip and Patricia Lamm, Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Cyndi Progner, Mr. And Mrs. James and Marybeth Manning, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew and Amy Hosler, Mrs. Laurie Swetman, Ms. Irene Gruhacz, Mrs. Margoth Moreno, Ms. Donna Adamczyk, Mrs. Marianne Conte, and Mrs. Liz Zawacki.
Stephanie, known as "Grammy," fostered an indelible legacy of love with so many of her "adopted grandchildren" within the Cranford, New Jersey community.
Stephanie lived her life with an indomitable strength that could never be reckoned with, by anyone. Frank Sinatra's song best summed up Stephanie's fortitude in life- "I did it my way."
A private ceremony will take place in the Spring of 2024 in Stephanie's favorite vacation destination, Cape May, New Jersey, commemorating Stephanie's incredible life.
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Belia jimenez
December 17, 2023
We both loved Gerard Butler
Belia jimenez
December 17, 2023
Omg, I had no idea!! We had a working and personal connection. I am so sorry. She with her daughter now. God bless you my GBG2 luv you Belia
Amy & Matt Hosler
November 19, 2023
Amy & Matt Hosler
November 19, 2023
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Amy & Matt Hosler
November 19, 2023
Stephanie, I hope you knew how much you touched our lives. You were a part of our family in every sense. You were Ryan, Ally, Aidan and Jack´s Grammy. Thank you for always being there for us and making us feel so special. I took for granted that we would have more time together. I have so many special memories of us hanging out at soccer and baseball games or around your kitchen table. We miss you and we are thinking of you today on your birthday. Sending you balloons and love from the beach. Rest in peace. Love always, Amy, Matt, Ryan, Ally, Aidan & Jack.
Elizabeth Zawacki
November 16, 2023
Stephanie worked for my brother, Al Maglio, for many years. She was his office wife.
We share the same birthday, and were supposed to celebrate her 80th and my 65th together.
She nicknamed me "DD" (our little secret). Who am I going to show my "finds" to? Who's going to encourage me to finish the project?
We had a LOT of laughs - from me pushing her in the wheelchair and almost tipping her out of it, to slurping Dairy Queen smoothies to the last drop.
I hope you're enjoying your reunion with Earl and Jennifer.
Rest easy, my friend. Love you.
Margoth Moreno
November 16, 2023
My Dear Steff,
I will cherish our friendship of almost 30 years. You were always there for me when I needed a hug, a kind word, or simply someone to shared a cup of coffee with. There are so many memories that I will hold onto forever. We´ll keep you always in my heart. Thank you for being an amazing friend all these years!
We will miss you! We love you !
Margoth, Luis, Carlos and Pamela
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