I was and still am so, so lucky to have had Stacy Pies as my advisor in college during my years at Gallatin (2004-2008). She taught me so much about listening compassionately, making people feel valued, and connecting at the human level in institutional settings. I am an English professor at a community college who advises students myself now, and I try to embody Stacy's welcoming, funny, loving spirit each day. Stacy was such a gift to know--she was a stable and dependable presence during a transformative time in my life.  I am so thankful I got to meet Sophia at Sewanee, and tell her some of this in person. I am so sorry for your loss. I know Stacy loved her family so deeply. She was so proud, and lit up whenever she talked about you. She changed my life, and I will carry what she taught me always.

Dear Anna, Sophia, and Josh,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Stacy’s passing. She and I joined Gallatin at the same time and became fast friends and colleagues. She never failed to inquire about my family and was always there to lend a sympathetic ear. As a colleague, she made me a better teacher and adviser. Her generosity of spirit will remain not only with me but with the many others who were fortunate to be in her life. I am truly heartbroken and send love to all of you. 
Vasu Varadhan

Dearest Anna, Sophia, Josh, and baby Arden,  I offer my sincerest condolences on the passing of my dear friend, Stacy, the most generous and kindest of colleagues.  I will miss her wit, support, intelligence, and inspired bravery for the rest of my life.  I was honored to know Stacy. May she rest now in peace and love.

Dear Anna, Sophia, and Josh,

Please know that my heart is with you today and always. Sophia, you will remember that you and my daughter Joanna were together in Nimes on that travel abroad course and we will always remember our dinner together in the town square.
Most importantly, Stacy's spirit stays with me--her light, her intelligence, her deep caring. 
She had so much love to give.

Sharon Friedman

On this sad day we send an affectionate thought to Stacy, Anna, Sofia with Josh and little Arden. We are close to all our friends, especially the Macey family, our lifelong dear friends. We had the pleasure of meeting Stacy in our city, in Turin, Italy and we appreciated her kindness and refined intelligence. R.I.P. dear Stacy wherever you are.
Maria Di Fazio Vessia

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Stacy Ellen Pies PhD

October 4, 1956 – November 7, 2025

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