"I still remember the day I first met Stephanie. She walked into my office at the NACC a little timid, but she quickly began to show her brightness. I remember her as funny, kind, and full of energy. I'm not surprised to hear that she went on to nursing school after I left Newport. My sincerest condolences to her family and those who knew her."
In loving memory of
Stephanie Anne Giroux
December 20, 1981 - August 20, 2008
Middletown, RI - Stephanie Anne Giroux, 26, of 25 Massachusetts Avenue, Middletown, RI, joined our Lord in Heaven on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI. Born at Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota on December 20, 1981, Stephanie grew up in South Dakota, Michigan, and California, as her parents served in the US Air Force. She graduated from Central High School in Rapid City, SD and attended college in Michigan for one year before joining the US Navy. She served for four years as a Corpsman, and took that experience to start nursing school at the University of Rhode Island after leaving the Navy. Stephanie was an active member of her church, she was a deacon at the First Presbyterian Church in Newport and enjoyed bible study, and spending time with both children and the elderly. She later began attending the Evangelical Friends Church in Middletown where she continued her joy in reading the Bible. Stephanie also loved animals and had two Weimaraners, Nikki and Lexi, for several years. She is survived by her mother Judy Anne Bean Wright and her husband John of Middletown, RI; her father Steven Jay Huffer and his fiance Penny Delaney of Lansing, MI; husband Justin Giroux of Middletown, RI, her brother Marques Huffer, his wife Jami and their daughter Olivia of Eagle, MI; her brother Dan Huffer, sister Michelle Huffer, stepmother Joan Huffer and her grandparents Frank and Judy Pearson, all of Grand Rapids, MI; her grandparents Frank Yaple and Betty DeGraw of Horseheads, NY; and her grandparents Jack and Arlene Bean of Waverly, NY. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2008, at 11:00, in First Presbyterian Church, Broadway and Everett Street, Newport. Burial will be private. Donations in her memory may be made to the National Eating Disorders Association, 603 Stewart Street, Suite 803, Seattle, WA 98101.
Tributes
"May God watch over your family with love."
"I met Stephanie this past spring. In the several conversations that we had, I could tell that she was a deeply compassionate person and had a very sweet spirit. Although I only knew her for a brief time, I know that her life made a lasting impact on my life. She was a blessing to us and she will be missed. May God's grace rest upon all of you who have loved her."
"I can't remember how many times i sat next to Giroux on "late stay " during my time @ NACC Newport. We used to take turns covering each others phones to try and get out a little bit early.I remember how she was always willing to cover for me so i could drive to NY to see my family. Stephanie had that personality that we all wish we had. I can honestly say i don't think i've met a more genuinly, kind person. i will never forget you or your smile. Thank you Stephanie"
"My thoughts and prayers are with you."
"I met the always smiling Stephanie as a patient at Internal Medicine at NACC. Stephanie answering the phone there meant that anything I asked would be taken care of as quickly as possible. Stephanie was a wonderful woman. We shared a love for animals and we discussed them often. Stephanie will be missed greatly as she shared her knowledge, kindness and love. With my deepest sympathy, Debra"
"I am so sorry for you loss. I met Stephanie in a class last summer. She was friendly and very easy to talk to. I saw her many times during the last academic year helping her classmates in the computer lab. Stephanie's loss is felt in The School of Nursing. Once again, I am so sorry for you loss."
"To the family.....I've never met you or Stephanie but i was at the scene at Newport Grande as this all happened and spoke to Stephanie as this all happened as well. I had no idea until afterwards that it was apparently intentional but i would like you to know that myself and a couple other construction workers tried all we could to help her. I know this must be very hard on you all and i send you my condolensces. If you have any questions about what i witnessed by all means contact me"
"I enjoyed meeting Stephanie during her trip to Japan. She was so sweet to my little girl Sophia. We ate a great lunch and talked for a really long time at the beachin Japan. Stephanie was a beautiful women and she will be taken care of by the angels and my Dad who also passed this month. My best reguards, Christina Martinez"
"I just rememberedafter I wrote my first entry while we were at the beach in Japan we ate a pizza sitting by the water and If you have ever been to Japan or lived there then you will know that the Hawks there are not afraid of you and one huge hawk flew down and took Stephanie's slice of pizza right out of her hand and we laughed about it for a day or two!! It was priceless Christina Martinez"
"To Stephanieâ??s loved ones, We are deeply saddened to hear the news of your loss. We never had the opportunity to meet Stephanie however we are linked by a common love of two animals named Nikki and Lexi. Tracey with a heavy heart gave them both a long hug and kiss on Stephanieâ??s behalf last night. Our thoughts and our prayers are with all of you in this time of sadness."
"I new stephanie from when she was stationed at the nacc. she was a very sweet person. She will be missed."
"I was stationed with Stephanie in RI and knew her as the one who was always smiling. May God be with you as you go through this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss."
"To Stephanie's Family, I am so sorry to hear about Stephanie's passing. As everyone has said, she had the greatest smile. Her energy was contagious. She was just so CUTE! Though I only knew her for 10 months, she always made me feel welcome and a part of things. What a neat gal! I will always picture her with a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time."
"While it has been several years since I worked with Stephanie at the clinic, I will never forget the way her smile could always brighten up a day. The world is truely a worse place now that she is no longer in it."
"Stepanie, I will always remember your patriotism, stories of the MS 150 ride, your willingness to assist others, the joy you espressed when speaking of your dogs, and most of all your contagious smile. John and Judy I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."
"To the family of Stephanie A. Giroux I had the pleasure of meeting Stephanie in May 2007 when she was vacationing in Fl. I was deeply saddened by this news.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Mr.& Mrs. L. Murray"
"Dear John and Judy, Cindy and I want to express our deepest sympathies to you and to rest of Stephanies extended family. We will continue to pray for you and for Stephanie. With love and prayers, Gary and Cindy McKenna"
"Our hearts go out to the Family and Friends of such a wonderful young Lady. You will be missed, Stephanie."
"God bless you Stephanie. Our prays go out for your family."
"My Condolences to Stephanie's family. I served in the Navy with Stephanie in Newport, RI. She was a very energetic, happy, and vibrant young woman. She will be greatly missed."
"Stephanie will be greatly missed! I was fortunated to get to know Stephanie and her family throughout the year, she's always a great inspiration to the people she met..God Bless to her friends and family...Kerri"
"My thoughts and prayers are with Stephanie's family during the very difficult time."
"Stephanie always seemd to have a smile on her face. Since moving back to FL, I've missed running into her at CCRI! Always a tragedy to lose a shipmate, active or veteran. She will be missed."
"Stephanie will be missed and loved by all who knew her. She was a wonderful person and always lit up everyone and everything with her beautiful smile. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless"
"Stephanie was one of the most upbeat person that I ever met back in New Port. She was always looking for a way to better herself in the military and life. She always told me how lucky I was that I met a person like my wife Kelly. I'm not sure if I ever told her but thank you Steph you were right. We'll always remember you with a smile. God bless you and your family."
"Stephanie and her beautiful smile will truly be missed. She was a wonderful, caring person. To Justin and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Stephanie, my prayers are with you and your family. You touched so many lives. You will be missed."
"My deepest sympathy goes out to Stephanie's family. She always had a smile on her face. She is in a better place now. Where she feels no pain.May she rest in peace."
"I can still remember the first time that I met Stephanie! As always, she had the biggest and brightest smile. I have never met someone who was always so upbeat and cheerful. If there was ever a sad moment, she always would make the situation better. It was a pleasure having her apart of my life. Even though it was for a brief moment, her memory will last a lifetime. My thoughts are with her family as they face this difficult time. God Bless"
"Anne was a lively person that, with all people that die young, is a tradegy to say the least. She is in heaven now and I wish her family the best in this sad time."
"Im very sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family in this very difficult and sad time. She's now resting with Our Lord And Savior, may this thought help you in this difficult time. Kiomarys"
"Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.May your memories give you strength. With Sincerest Sympathy"
"My deepest sympathies to Stephanie's family. She will be forever in our hearts and memories. We'll miss your sweet smile."
"I will like to express my deepest sympathy to all who have lost Stephanie. It is still hard to believe that she's no longer here with us. Steph always had that beautiful smile that lit up the room. I will always cherish the memories of us walking in the Parades and doing several ceremonies as our ColorGuard duties and how much fun we used to have. There was never a dull moment with Steph and I will truly miss her. You're a true Angel Steph, God Bless you."
"Staphanie, we will miss you and your bright smile so much. Our deepest sympathies for all your family and friends. Ed and Maggie"
"weeeeeee are so sad and we will miss youuuuuuuuuuuuu"
"My deepest condolences to Stephanies family. She will be in my prayers always."
"Aunt Judy, I am so sorry about your lost. Know you are in our prayers and we are thinking of you and I will call you this weekend. All my love, Erica"
"Our prayers and thoughts are with both of you."