Stephanie M. Gingras

GINGRAS, Stephanie M. 61, was at her home in Valrico, Florida when she joined her loved ones in heaven with Jesus on Sunday, March 6, 2016. Her loving, devoted husband and family were at her side. Stephanie is survived by her husband; mother, brother, three daughters, and granddaughter. Stephanie was a devoted mother and loved her daughters dearly.

Stephanie was born in Brooklyn, New York on Saturday, February 12, 1955 to John and Jessie Martin.

The Martin family moved to Florida on June 6, 1966. Stephanie was an optician for many years, but her heart was always in church ministry. Stephanie was active in many churches throughout her life and worked in church administration, leadership, and as a soloist in church choirs. She loved to sing to the Lord

Visitation Service: The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday, March 14 from 6 - 8 PM at Stowers Funeral home, 401 W. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511 (813)689-1211.

Funeral Service: The funeral service will be Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 10:00 AM in the middle chapel of Bell Shoals Baptist Church on 2102 Bell Shoals Road, Brandon, FL. 33511, (813) 689-4229

Cemetery: Stephanie will be placed to rest during a short service at 1:30 PM in the Garden of Honor at Sylvan Abbey, 2853 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater FL. 33759, (727) 796-1992.

Friends are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Stephanie will be dearly missed. Condolences may be offered at www.stowersfh.com