I knew Stephanie while we were both assigned to Heidelberg hospital, We met on a group ski trip to Kaprun, Austria. Her and I used to go to a Gasthaus in Schwetzingen around Christmas time and eat roast goose there. I did not know of her untimely passing until fairly recently. I am glad to have known her.... 
South Plainfield, NJ

Stephanie, Here it is Jan. 1, 2011 and I was thinking of people in my life over the years that I often think of but have lost touch with. You are one of those people so when I tried to find you on Google this morning only to find that you have passed in 2008. In the time I knew you in the 90s in Heidelberg you and your family were just incredible people to be around. I will never forget the great times that we in Europe and how much you taught me about not only the country but most of all taught me how to be a stronger and better person. You will always be in my thoughts. 
Eric Haden

I want to say to the family that I am so sorry about your loss. I believe I knew her brother Marc when he was stationed at Camp LeJeune, NC. My grandmother died from ovarian cancer and I will remember Stephanie when I walk for Relay for Life in April. My sincere condolences and warmest regards...Barbie

Dearest Stephanie, I thought so much about you over the years only to learn of your passing as I serached names of lost friends on google. I shall miss your laugh, your love of life and your kindness but I shall always share our memories.

I met Steph at Church one day and we were friends that visited frquently. I and other women from Church would pray for her and with her. I loved her very much. I am saddened by her passing, but, she's healed now!

Dear Stelter Family: It is with great admiration and respect that I want to offer my condolences on the death of Major Stephanie C. Stelter Ret.. I recently learned that she was a United States Army veteran. Please know that she is mourned even by those of us who weren't fortunate enough to know her personally. 
As Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I appreciate her sacrifices on behalf of our great nation. God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Warm Regards,

Stefanie, ich werde Dich in guter Freundschaft immer in Erinnerung behalten. Ruhe in Frieden. Uwe

Stephanie attended our Bible studies. She was such a blessing to every one! She has such a sweet spirit and a loving nature. I know that now she is rejoicing in Heaven with Our Lord Jesus. Thank you for sharing her with us. May the Lord bless you and comfort yoou. Know that she is in a far better place.

Our time with Stephanie was short; but, it left a lasting impression on us. She is a beautiful soul and now she is without pain or heartache. She had a great grasp of the Scriptures and was always willing to share. I love her and look forward to seeing her again when I get there. I pray that you, her family will take comfort in the fact that she is with Our Lord and has no further pain or sorrow.

My condolences to Sephanie's family. Stephanie, my heart will forever remember your vibrant personality and infectious laughter. You lived your life with courage and strength from the beginning until your last breath. May peace surround you now after fighting the good fight. You continue to be in my prayers. God Bless you, sweet friend. 
JoAnn

My dearest Stephanie, What fun you and I had together in Colorado, Germany and in Boston! Those adventures will be lasting memories. Your fun loving spirit will be truly missed by us all. Love Shane

Liebste Stephanie, ich verneige mich vor deinem Lebenswillen, deiner Lebensenergie und deiner Lebenskraft! Deine starke Perschkeit hat mein Leben bereichert und ich w dir im neuen Sein mehr Frieden und Ruhe. Ich trage dich ewig in meinem Herzen - deine Nicole

I am so glad that the Lord brought Stephanie into my life for even the briefest time. She was in Bible Study class and her sweet spirit and perseverance was a blessing!!

I will always remember Stephanie for her outgoing personality and that bright red hair! We deployed together to Bosnia and she made the often depressing days a joy because of her effervescent personality and love of life. The hard work was made a little lighter with her contagious humor and bright smile.

Stephanie 
You were such a fighter, i know the lengths you went to win this battle, i'm sorry we failed. You will be missed by all of us in the Gyn Oncology service. Maybe some day thanks to fighters like you we will find a cure becuase until that day we will continue to lose wonderful people like you. Lisa

Now you can follow our dads footprints in the sand...I am proud to have a big sister like you - you live in my heart for ever -

So jung, so stark und doch hast du den kampf verloren. Danke fuer deine freundschaft. Ich werde dich sehr vermissen.

Ach Steffeline, wir vermissen Dich so sehr!!!! Dein Laecheln, Dein Charm und gutes Wesen kann keiner ersetzen...Du wirst immer in unserer Erinnerung und Herzen sein. Ich weiss das der liebe Gott Dir sofort Fluegel gegeben hat und Du ueber uns allen ausbreitest...You are a Guardian Angel....Hab Dich Lieb!!!! Liebe Famillie Stelter...ich und meine Eltern moechten hiermit unser Beileid aussprechen.

Brian, thanks for taking such good care of Steph. I'm glad y'all were able to come to our wedding last year -- it was great to see everybody together. 
I remember Steph more the way she was in training -- I remember all of us running by the Rio Grande in Santa Theresa, N.M., with the kids across the river jeering at the gazelle-like Stelter running with her dogs and her boys. Of course, then she would light a cigarette. We all have our dark side, yes? 
That, and the Halloween 1999 rave party at the Old Plantation. Don't forget those pictures. Hope to see everybody in Minneapolis this year. Let me know about the MD Anderson donation fund, when you find out. That would be . . . highly appropriate.

How I treasure the many times I spent with Stephanie growing up and then recently over the last 2 years. She was a wonderful and dear cousin; I will miss her so. My children became so fond of Stephanie when she stayed with us in January! Our prayers are with you, Elaine and boys. I know Stephanie's faith sustained her and we rejoice that Stephanie is with her Savior in heaven. Love, Susan and family

Stephanie was a wonderful woman. Smart, beautiful, and amiable she was a caring and decent human being. I had the privilege of being her friend. Mercifully, her suffering is over, but she is missed. Her life ended too soon but in her struggle, she showed us how to live with dignity, how to handle adversity, how to stay positive and never quit. God Bless Stephanie.

Wir sind alle unendlich traurig. Der Herbst ist in unserer Seele eingetroffen. Herbst Die Bler fallen, fallen wie von weit, 
als welkten in den Himmeln ferne Gen; 
sie fallen mit verneinender Gebe. Und in den Nten ft die schwere Erde 
aus allen Sternen in die Einsamkeit. Wir alle fallen. Diese Hand da ft. 
Und sieh dir andre an: es ist in allen. Und doch ist Einer, welcher dieses Fallen 
unendlich sanft in seinen Hen h. Rainer Maria Rilke

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I know she will truly be missed. God bless you and keep you. A friend of a friend and fellow ANC officer.

To the Stelter Family -- 
We mourn with you on the loss of Stephanie. I know her passing was so painful for her and you. As a cousin, I treasure the fond memories we shared with her and your family in both America and Germany. Blessings to you all. 
Love, Polly

OBITUARY

Major Stephanie C. Stelter USA Ret.

July 3, 1962 – July 9, 2008

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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