Aug. 13, 1951 - Aug. 15, 2019
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our
beloved mother Stephanie Garner-Abba. Stephanie passed on
Thursday, August 15th, 2019 at 68 years old, with her son and
mother by her side.
Stephanie was a loving mother, dedicating her life to her three
children, Joshua Abba of Portland and Elanya and Alissa Abba of
Philadelphia. She was also devoted to the children of the Portland
Public School District, where she spent 34 years educating,
nurturing, empowering and helping hundreds of students with
special needs thrive.
Recently becoming a retiree, Stephanie enjoyed cooking, baking,
gardening, visiting the coast and had a fondness for animals,
particularly dogs.
Stephanie was a beautiful, incredibly supportive, selfless, loving,
compassionate and kind woman, with an energy that soothed
those around her. She was diligent in her care taking and made
sure those she loved knew it, from baking seasonal cookies to
frequently sending her children personalized care packages,
wherever they were living.
We take solace in knowing she was greeted and welcomed in
heaven, with open arms by her Father Walter Garner and her exhusband
Dr. Boniface Abba. We are positive she is the one,
lovingly comforting them, in true Stephanie form.
Stephanie leaves behind her mother Mary F. Plancich, three
children Joshua, Elanya and Alissa, two brothers Marc and Jeffery
and their families.
A celebration of her life will be held from 10am to 12pm on
Sunday, August 25th 2019 at Zeller Chapel of the Roses located
at 2107 NE Broadway St. Portland, Or 97232
In lieu of flowers please make donations on behalf of our mother
to the Oregon Humane Society.
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