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Stephanie L. Wright



Stephanie Wright, 25, of Mexico, died at 9:08 p.m. Monday, August 11, 2008, at her home.

She is the daughter of Lena and Bob Cross of Mexico and Scott and Tammy Wright of Chesterfield. Step-parents are Bob and Venita Hampton of Auxvasse.

In addition to her parents and step-parents, she is survived by her loving daughter, Layla Marie Epperson, Mexico; grandparents Carolyn Thompson, Mexico, Charles Thompson and Shirley Browning, Mexico, and Mary Brummit, Clebourne, Texas; her sisters, Melissa Archer and husband Andrew, Amanda Brixey and Shane Brixey, and Bobbi Jo Cross, all of Mexico, and Christina and Robin Wright, Chesterfield; brother George Allen Jr. and wife April, Mexico; several aunts and uncles, cousins and six nieces and nephews.

Stephanie was born Jan. 11, 1983, raised in Mexico, and graduated from Mexico Senior High School. She worked at Soft Surroundings in Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother Marie Wright, grandparents Rita and Marvin Hampton, two nieces Andralissa and Elizabeth Archer and nephew Lucas Archer, and cousins Donnie Ray Magruder and Laura Patton.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 14, at 1 p.m. at Pickering Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be given to the Stephanie Wright Memorial Fund at Show Me Credit Union. They may be sent in care of Pickering Funeral Home, 403 N. Western, Mexico, MO 65265.

Public Tributes and Expressions of Sympathy

Dear Carolyn and Family, I am so sorry for your loss of Stephanie. I have noticed you and your Family have had lots of losses in the past years. May God give you the strength to endure yet another loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Beverly DeOrnellis

Melissa My heart goes out to you. Having recently gone thru a loss myself I know what you are feeling..If you need anything at all please feel free to contact me! Even if it is a shoulder to cry on I would be there in a heart beat. Holly McDaniel

no more pain no more tears.go to heaven a shouting.take care of the little ones. love ron wasson

To my sister you forever wit me till we me again takecare of my kids and have fun till i get there love you always . YOUR ONE AND ONLY BIG SISTER MISS

bobby, i am so sorry for your loss. my prayers are with you and your family. Cathy (Allen) Markwell

well my precious daughter i just wanted to say that you have always made your mother very proud of you,there is a reason for where you are now and momma will aways be with you,every second every minute and every hour of every day,you will always be with me and i will always be with you,never be afraid momma will always be there with you. love you,remember i am there momma

Lena and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Steph lives on, in our hearts and thoughts. She truly was a hero. She is an inspiration to me and to each heart she touched. May God bless and keep you. Lynn

Bob & Lena , We are so very sorry of the loss of Stephanie and we want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers and now she won't have to suffer any longer . She truly was a hero . May God Bless You in the days ahead . Your cousins , Lonnie & Linda Hensley

Steph was a strong person. She fought clear up until the end, like she said she would. She never lost her sense of humor through everything. She will be in our hearts for-ever and she will be truly missed. Love, Uncle Darren, Aunt Amy, Kaleb, Dakota, & Alex Thompson

well little sister just left you one of the hardest things i've ever done you no you are with me at all times and im with you. You know what you left one hell of a mark on this world you will always be here. I only can hope that i can be as strong as you.

Charlie,Lena, and family.Sorry I can"t be there to tell you in person. I wanted to let you know .I know you are so proud of Steph and how hard she fought. God Has special plans for her.She truly will be missed. My prayers are with you all. Betty Monnig

TO LENA & BOB AND THE FAMILY OF STEPHANIE WRIGHT, MY NAME IS ROBIN I WORK AT ELLIS FISCHEL CANCER CENTER AND I WAS BLESSED TO KNOW STEPHANIE AND I TURELY BELIEVE THAT GOD BRINGS PEOPLE YOUR LIFE FOR A REASON.AND I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR SHARING HER WITH ME.I WILL MISS HER SMILE. GOD BLESS YOU! ROBIN SHEPHERD-MILES

stef, we will never forget you. you made a big impact on us. a heart full of gold. and a life to match. you will be missed in our lifes. from wathing you grow from a little girl to a mom WOW. NOT AFRAID OF FACING SOMTHING NEW, YEA THAT WAS YOU. A BIG BATTLE WAS FOUGHT. AND I THANK GOD NEEDED YOU!!! A SOFT RAIN FELL TODAY, I THANK THAT WAS YOU SAYING EVERY THANGS OK! WE WILL MISS YOU,WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR SMILE WITH ALL OUR LOVE, RON & JUDY WASSON & FAMLIY

YOU WILL BE MISSED!!!!!!!!!! U NO WHO

steph, you will be with us forever in our hearts. We love you aunt sherry and uncle roo

Scott, Just know that you are in my thoughts nad prayers and my heart goes out to you. One day at a time and you will make it through. Keep the faith and know that you will all be together again someday. No more pain for Stephanie; she is in a better place- try to look at it that way. It won't be easy, remember all the good times you've had-her smiles, her laughter, her love. God Bless! Aunt Leona

Well Baby girl where do I start. You were the strongest person that I have ever and probably will ever having the pleasure of meeting. You have so many people that love you and you will be forever in each and everyones life. You are Ambers angel now....she knew that you would leave us on her birthday but she knows that it is the way it had to be. No more pain, no more suffering. I love you!!!!!!! Aunt Debbie (Debbie Jo)

Stephanie....grandma misses you but you aren't suffering any more and you are in gods hands now. We will also miss and love you and will never be forgotten. Love, Grandma

Lena and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Stephanie will be remembered in the hearts of all she knew and touched. She was a beautiful woman. Love, Carrie and Kaleb

Steph, You are my hero... I have never met anyone in my life with as much heart and determination as you. You have always been strong willed, even before you were sick. I am so fortunate to have met you, you have inspired me to be more like you. I love you, miss you, and will think of you always. And may Layla always be reminded what a wonderful, loving MOM she had. Lisa

Lena Nell I am proud of the way you took care of Stephanie,you done a very good job,I know how difficult it was at times,but you done what you had to do for Stephanie,she told me several times you worried to much about her and that she was kicking that cancers a**.she was proud of you for sticking by her.She loved you a bunch.I love you a bunch too...Always Dad

Lena, You accepted what life had throwed at you and Stephanie, You took the extra time to listen and understand, while others didn't have the time and would walk the other way and promise "maybe tomorrow" and I know it broke your heart, the many times she would cry and didn't understand when they would not come by to see her or answer her phone calls. She was one strong lady but with biggest heart of all and she loved you very much,and knew she could count on you.. I just want to say THANK YOU for all your hard work ...you did a great job ....and words can't express how proud I am of you... Love you Susie

Stephanie ill make this short and sweet (just like you)I love you a bunch and miss you a bunch. Granpa

Dear Family of Stephanie's, I just want all of you to know what a Wonderful, determined person that Stephanie was! I admired her Will and Desire she had to fight for life! She is the strongest fighter I have ever met, and will power and determination she had was a HUGE inspiration to me. I had the privilege of working with her at Soft Surroundings and also went to school with her! She was such a sweet person and always had a smile on her face! I am so sorry for your loss, and even though words can't take the pain away, ALWAYS remember that Steph will Always live on in your hearts, a place where your memories you shared with her will never die, where no one can ever take them away! You still have a Very Special part of Steph she left behind for you...Her precious Layla! She looked so much like her Mommy! I'm sure she will help comfort and help BRIGHTEN your days ahead! I will never forget Steph and her smiling face! She will be deeply missed! Even though it may be lonely right now, you all will and can get through this! In Loving Sympathy, Stephanie Fetterhoff

stephanie,just want you to know that i miss you so very much,never thought that i would be so alone even though there are people around i am alone without you,i know that you are in the very best place that there is,one day i will see you again and you are never alone mom is always with you,you fought to the end just like you said you would,you are the strongest person i know and even when i knew you were not feeling well you still did not want me to worry,you always put everyone first.....just remember i am always with you in every way.........MOM

Stephanie my angel. Its taken me time to write this. I will always remember our long talks. You were one brave little girl, and yes you were always my little girl. You fought till the very end, just like you said you would, you always put everyone above yourself. I miss you so very much, but I know you are in a better in a place with no pain or suffering. You always worried about your mom, but being the angel you are,I know you will always be with her. I will always treasure the times we spent together. You will forever be in my heart. I love you and miss you baby girl. Love aunt Leslie

hey sis just thinking of you like i always do. Layla is doing ok in school she really seams to like it she misses you jerm and teddy are doing as good of job as they can without you here. Oh i no you no but man does she have a mouth reminds me of you everyday she doesnt forget a thing like u. Well little sis i love you and miss u talk with you everyday. ill be back later love you miss

hey there stephanie it's momma,just want you to know that i talk with you every day and i know that you see me everytime that i am there and visit with you,i miss you and love you with all of my heart and i know that you know that...you're the best kid i mean it...LOVE YOU,MOM

this is lena,stephanie's mom,and i am asking that if anyone puts anythng on stephanie's memorial site that they please sign it.....THANKS

Hey, Steph. Just wanted to tell you that we love you and miss you everyday. Love,Aunt Amy

HEY THERE STEPHANIE,IT'S MOM,JUST MAKING SURE YOU KNOW THAT I AM WITH YOU EVERY MINUTE AND EVERY HOUR OF THE DAY AND NIGHT,EVERY DAY,I SURE DO MISS YOU,I LOVE YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART AND I MEAN THAT,I AM WITH YOU ALWAYS AND YOU ARE WITH ME ALWAYS,YOU'RE THE BEST!!!!!!LOVE YOU,MOM

JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU THAT I LOVE YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART AND YOU ARE ALWAYS WITH ME,EVERY SECOND,EVERY MINUTE,EVERY HOUR OF EVERY DAY....YOU ARE NEVER ALONE I AM ALWAYS WITH YOU..............LOVE YOU HUN........MOM

hey sis just wanted to say i we love you and miss you every day. Man it hurts how i cant call you or you calling me twentey times a day there are no words to say I LOVE YOU SIS lov mis

hey there steph,it's just mom,making sure you know that i am still here with you now and forever,i will never be far from you, i promise!!!!!!LOVE YOU !!!!!MOM

hey sis, you know something i really miss ya. i pray everyday and at night you are there in my dreams. i miss those days when i was in school and would call and leave me those crazy messages teasing me bout being in class crazy fool. what i would give for another phone call.. Dad is trying, but he can't fool me but I know he is trying to be strong for us all. we miss you i love you sis always cristina

hey there Stephanie it's just mom ,well it's been 2 very long months since you have been gone and like i have always promised you i am still with you and always will be,you are a very special young lady and i have always been proud of you and always will be Layla is doing good and acts just like you too,you done a great job with her,i hope when i grow up that i will be just like you..hahaha,LOVE YOU STEPHANIE WITH ALL OF ME HEART AND SOUL!!!!!!!!!LOVE MOM

HEY THERE STEPHANIE,JUST WANTED TO SAY "I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH AND MISS YOU"THINK OF YOU ALWAYS AND ALWAYS WILL,I'M PROUD TO BE YOUR MOM,LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER......MOM

just sitting here thinking about you like i always do but just wanted to say that"I LOVE YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART"..LOVE MOM

well it's been 3 months since you have been gone and i still see you every day,you are very special Stephanie,"I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART" LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER...MOM

HI STEPHANIE,IT'S JUST MOM,WANTING TO TELL YOU HAPPY THANKSGIVING,THINGS JUST AREN'T THE SAME WITHOUT YOU BUT I KNOW YOU DON'T HURT ANYMORE,THEY PUT YOUR STONE ON YESTERDAY AND YOU WOULD BE PROUD, IT'S BEAUTIFUL JUST LIKE YOU ARE "BEAUTIFUL" I LOVE YOU STEPHANIE!!!!! MOM

WELL HEY THERE STEPHANIE,IT'S JUST MOM,IT'S BEEN 4 MONTHS NOW SINCE YOU HAVE BEEN GONE AND I MISS YOU SO MUCH,JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PROUD OF YOU AND LOVE YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART,I'LL SEE YOYU TOMOOROW!!!!!LOVE YOU STEPHANIE!!!!! MOM

HEY THERE HUN,IT'S JUST MOM,WANTING TO TELL YOU MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!! I MISS YOU SO MUCH,THINGS JUST NOT RIGHT WITH YOU NOT HERE,I KNOW YOU ARE BETTER AND NOT HURTING ANYMORE,I HOPE YOU LIKE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE OUT THERE WITH YOU,MOM WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU FOREVER AND EVER!!!!!!!!!LOVE YOU STEPHANIE!!!!!!MOM

HAPPY NEW YEAR STEPHANIE,YOU SURE ARE MISSED HUN,ONE DAY I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN,UNTIL THEN REMEMBER JUST CLOSE YOUR EYES AND MOM IS THERE WITH YOU,"I LOVE YOU" WITH ALL OF MY HEART!!!!!!! LOE YOU, MOM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHANIE,YOU ARE 26 YEARS YOUNG NOW AND I AM SO VERY PROUD OF YOU,YOU ARE SUCH A STRONG LADY AND EVERYONE WILL REMEMBER YOU AND YOUR STRENGHTH,I'M PROUD TO BE YOUR MOM!!!!!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY HUN I LOVE YOU!!!!!!! "MOM"

hi little sis just sitting here thinking of u like always i love u caycee is doing good i know that you were are wacthing out for her just as we promised eac other we would do thank u shes beutiful and man burger butt is somthing else lov you sis talk soon

hey sis HAPPY BIRTHDAY wow you make me feel so old wow cant belive its been this long i hear your voice al the time yelling and cussing me out for something man i miss you sis no words will ever express how much I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART had cake for layla yesterday she somthing which you no i no you wacthing her thanks sis for everything well beter go just wanted to Happy Bday love u

happy birhday love big r

WELL HUN MOTHER'S DAY IS COMING UP REAL SOON AND I WILL BE THERE WITH YOU LIKE EVERY DAY,YOU WILL NEVER BE ALONE

love you sis

Hey sis missing you like always Relays friday got u shirts made we always do this together i guess i have to do this one byself this sucks sis missing you i love you sis

HEY THERE HUN, IT'S MOM,WELL IT'S BEEN 1 YEAR AGO TODAY SINCE YOU HAVE BEEN GONE AND IT ONLY SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY, I SURE DO MISS YOU AND NEVER THINK YOU ARE ALONE, I AM ALWAYS RIGHT NEXT TO YOU. LOVE YOU STEPHANIE WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL. LOVE YOU, MOM

Hey sis just wanted to say hi and i love you and miss you i will be moving this wkend but i will be back to c u and my babies i know your doing a good job with them c u soon i love u lots sis and no words can say how i miss u.. Talk soon love your big sis!!

Hey sis just wanted to tell u that Caycee jordyn LYNN just cut her first tooth i love you very much life is not the same i cant seem to get a grip right now sis i could use your help AS ALWAYS MISSING U LIKE CRAZY I LOVE U SIS.YOUR BIG SIS

love u sis miss u lots with all my heart your big sis

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SIS LOV U LOTS

I love you so much Aunt Steph. God just thought you were so cool He wanted to have you around to laugh love sis

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