Stephanie Marie Ramstad
Stephanie Marie Ramstad
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A graduate of Jefferson High School in Bloomington, Minnesota, Stephanie went on to earn her undergraduate degree from Knox College and later completed a master's in social science from the University of Chicago. During her college years, she studied abroad in France, igniting a lifelong passion for travel and a deep interest in world cultures, international politics, and global issues. She built lasting friendships nearby and around the globe and held those connections close throughout her life.
Stephanie's career brought her deep purpose and fulfillment as she served the public in her roles with the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Stephanie was fond of painting which brought her great comfort and joy.
She will be remembered for her generosity, her gentle spirit, and her remarkable intuition for recognizing and responding to the needs of others. From an early age, Stephanie looked for ways to help people, working on a crisis line in high school, mentoring teens thinking about college, reaching out to newly arrived immigrants and feeding neighbors. Her quiet acts of kindness brought comfort and reassurance to all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Throughout life's most difficult moments, Stephanie demonstrated extraordinary courage and grace. Her strength, resilience, and dignity continue to inspire those who loved her.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, February 15th at 2 PM at Transfiguration Lutheran Church, 11000 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Stephanie's name may be directed to the food bank at Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People (VEAP), 9600 Aldrich Ave. S., Bloomington, MN 55420, by phone at (952) 955-8312, or online at https://veap.org/ways-to-give/donate-funds/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Yohan F
February 10, 2026
Earlier today, I connected with a Knox College grad who I have not spoken with since graduation and during that conversation he mentioned that Stephanie had passed away. I was so sad to hear this news that I looked up her obituary. Stephanie was a couple of years junior to me at Knox, and I met her through one of my close friends--as they were suitemates. I was immediately drawn to Stephanie's sincere character and her warm personality. Stephanie had a beautiful smile that radiated the best of humanity. Sincere condolences to her family.
Ismat Thaver
February 3, 2026
Very sad to hear about Stephanie's passing. May she rest in eternal peace and her beautiful soul surrounded by love and light. I got to know Stephanie at Knox College. She always radiated sunshine. Remembering her kindness, it felt right to give a donation in her name to a food bank here in Toronto. Heartfelt condolences to Stephanie's parents and family.
David J
February 1, 2026
Fair winds and following seas
Martin Witte
February 1, 2026
Stephanie, who I met as a student at Knox College, was one of the kindest people I´ve ever known, the sort that left most others far back in her inexhaustible dust of gentility, generosity, and grace. I never saw her not smiling, and her face was always so emotive, with intuitive winks and expressions speaking volumes.
As so well known, she was kind to strangers and welcomed those who came from afar. Her passing is especially shattering at this moment, when we see so much cruelty towards people who have come to the US to seek better lives, including to her home state, and when she was dedicated to making people feel comfort. She was what a person should be, if one is meant to make the world better despite (and sometimes because of) the many challenges they face themselves.
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