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Stephanie Marie Stewart, age 38 of San Angelo, passed away at home on February 22, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 11, 1979 to Sheila and Steve Stewart. She was a graduate of San Angelo Central High School and Angelo State University.
Stephanie was blessed with a magnetic personality and an infectious zest for life. She had the ability to make each of her friends and family feel special and was a truly unforgettable individual. She was a gifted athlete and a fierce competitor with a caring compassionate soul and a loving heart.
After high school, she served her country in the US Air Force. Upon leaving the service, Stephanie put herself through college while raising her beloved daughter, Myka. She found her calling in life as a teacher and coach and influenced countless lives. Stephanie was blessed with a quiet inner strength and courage, which allowed her to overcome many obstacles in life and excel in spite of them.
Stephanie always cared more for those around her than herself. She was blessed to be part of a large loving family and reflected that light on all she came in contact with. No matter the cost, she was there for each of us.
Stephanie was strong in her Christian faith and attended Holy Angels Catholic Church in San Angelo. She was many things to many people, most importantly a loving mother and friend to her daughter, Myka who was her whole world and whom she loved dearly.
Stephanie is survived by Myka, her parents Steve Stewart and Sheila Stewart; best friend and sister, Jessica McDonald and husband Ryan of Mertzon; brother Steven, sister Tiffany and stepmother Sheryl Stewart of Wills Point as well as numerous loving aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins and countless friends who were an important part of her life.
The family would like to thank the many wonderful friends who gave so much of themselves to help Stephanie in her long struggle with cancer. We extend a special thanks to the health care professionals at Regional Cancer Treatment Center of San Angelo, MD Anderson and Hospice who worked so tirelessly to help Stephanie along the way. We are eternally grateful for their efforts and compassion.
Stephanie left this world with a clear mind and a full heart. We are truly richer for having known her. A vigil will be held Tuesday, February 27th at 6 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will Wednesday, February 28th at 11 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to the American Cancer Society or MD Anderson Cancer Center.
“Because I have loved life, I shall have no sorrow to die. I have sent up my gladness on wings, to be lost in the blue of the sky.” Amelia Josephine Burr