Stephanie Diane Forberg or Steph as she was more commonly known, was born in Steamboat Springs, Colorado on September 1st 1982. She moved to Chehalis, Washington with her parents when she was three years old. As a child she went through the entire AWANA program; working hard to memorize every scripture verse. Steph was a leader in AWANA when she became an adult and enjoyed teaching children about the Lord and helping them to memorize the same scripture verses she came to love. She made her family very proud when she graduated this last June from Centralia College with her associates degree in Early Childhood Education. She recently moved to Forsyth, Montana after her graduation to be closer to her parents. Stephanie has been working at Wesleyan Church Wee Care Childcare for the past three months. The children there as well as her co-workers will miss Stephanie very much. She had a great passion and calling to work with children and has touched so many people´s lives. Her love for the Lord was very evident and she was able to show that to people through the way she cared about them. She has many good friends in Washington who will miss her very much and will remember the times they shared with her.
Stephanie left behind her grandparents Chester and Marie Johnson, her parents Allyn and Diane Forberg, her brother Jason and his wife Megan, several Aunts, Uncles, and cousins, as well as her beloved cat Dusty.
Steph, we miss you but we know you are with the Lord, where you always looked forward to be. We friends and family will look forward to seeing you again in heaven.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 24, at 11:00am at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth. Burial will follow in the Forsyth Cemetery. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth has been entrusted with these arrangements and condolences may sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
A Memorial will be held at Mountain View Baptist Church, in Centralia, Washington, their website is www.passion4christ.org on Saturday October 15, 2011 at 11:00am.
Stephanie would have wanted any donations to go towards making an impact on a child's life. If you would like to make a donation a memorial fund is set up at the First State Bank of Forsyth 880 Main St. Forsyth, Mt. 59327 Phone: 406-346-2111. For: Stephanie Forberg. Funds will be for playground equipment at Wee Care Daycare in Steph's honor.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00
Saturday September 24, 2011
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Celebration Of Life
11:00 to AM
Saturday October 15, 2011
Mountain View Baptist Church in Centralia Wa
1201 Belmont Ave
Centralia, WA 98531
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00
Saturday September 24, 2011
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Celebration Of Life
11:00 to AM
Saturday October 15, 2011
Mountain View Baptist Church in Centralia Wa
1201 Belmont Ave
Centralia, WA 98531
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Diana and Jasmine says
Going to miss your smile and good morning greeting, you were a blessing to Jasmine and the rest of Wee ones.
Dawn(Miller) Shamley says
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
George and Joy Kemplin says
God in His beautiful plan took you Home. Heaven is sweeter with your presence. We will miss you, Stephanie, but know you’re in the arms of Jesus and walking the streets of gold with Grandpa and Grandma.
Uncle George and Auntie Joy
Larry and Andrea K says
We were very saddened to hear of Stephanie’s death. We remember her eagerness, working in AWANA, riding her bike wherever she went. And her beautiful smile. God now has the gem we will miss.
Jeremy McConnell says
I will always remember Stephanie for her caring nature, cheerful attitude, and sense of humor. She had a wonderful heart, and I will miss her dearly.
Carolyn Schenk says
Dear Diane and Al, words cannot be expressed on your loss of your beloved Stephanie. She was so sweet and a dear to everyone that had the honor to meet her, I will miss her smile and her conversations she had with us. I’ve prayed for the Good Lord to wrap his arms around all of you and carry you thru this shock and heartache that is upon you now. She will be truely missed. God bless everyone. Carolyn Schenk
John Martin says
Stephanie loved the Lord and was an eager participant in activities as she grew up in the Centralia Bible Chapel. She was in my Sunday school class for a couple of years and was always doing extra things. She especially loved being in the Christmas program each year.Sincere sympathies to Stephanie’s parents, aunts, uncles, cousins and others, and you are all in our prayers.
Kay Dooley says
Allyn and Diane, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. You are in my thoughts.
Vicky Hayes says
My heart and prayers go out to you,Al and Jason. Hold on to all the wonderful memories you shared with Stephanie. I might not of been around her often but she was such a joy and inspiration when I saw here. God’s peace and comfort be with you all.
angie garcia says
losing u was devasting news didnt see it coming maybe because it came to soon. i will miss u but will always love you. i know that ur in a better place and i know that ur watching over the family now. u will be truly missed but loved by many. u touched peoples hearts in a way that will never be forgotten. love you cousin.
Tara Hayes-Richter says
Diane and Al, My deepest sympathy in the loss of Stephanie. I can only imagine how your heart must be hurting. I remember her just as a little girl, who always smiled. Praying for peace and comfort for you both and Jason.
Tara
Debbie & LeRoy Junker says
I enjoyed the many times Steph would stop by. Sometimes to visit, and sometimes to say Hi to Mia, the dog. She loved to take Mia alongside her bike to the dog park, and Mia still gets excited when she sees a person on a bike. I loved it when Steph wanted to practice her speeches for a college class. She wasn’t afraid to speak up for human rights, and her strong moral beliefs. I love you Steph, and miss you!
Heather Mckinzie says
Stephanie, I miss you so much already. I keep checking my phone for a call or a text and then I remember that you are with our Lord Jesus. I don’t think any of us were ready to let you go but we will see you again someday. I will miss our conversations, movie nights, and your homemade soups. I will also miss your smile and your laugh. There are many things you did that made a lasting impression. The gift of love and tenderness that you shared with children, the joy you brought to others, and your convictions about what was right, good and true. You loved the Lord and showed that love by the way you treated others. You are greatly missed. I can’t wait til I will see you again. (I expect the Grand Tour!) Your friend and sister in Christ, Heather
Diane, Al, Jason, Megan: You guys will always be like family to me. I am lifting you up in prayer. Thanks for sharing Stephanie with us. It was an honor to know her.
George McKenney says
Al and family;
Grant told me of your loss. I can’t imagine your sorrow. But, she is now in the loving care of Jesus Christ, where we all strive to be. We are praying for peace, comfort and understanding at this time.
Grant Inmon says
Al
Iam sorry to hear of Stephanie passing . She was always pleasant and smiling when she would ride by the house . I will miss seeing her.
Grant
Christie DeSilva says
One such as precious as this with such a precious faith is surely even more precious in the Lord’s arms. Diane, Al, Jason – We love you guys so much. Praying for you during this time. We will miss Stephanie greatly. There has never been a more loyal friend.
Jim & Ruth Erickson says
Diane, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
What a lovely daughter the Lord blessed you with.
Much love, Ruth
Krissy Kellett says
Al, Diane, & Jason- I am asking God to give you peace, comfort, & wonderful memories of Stephanie. I remember her at Shiloh; Steph always had a smile and a question! I loved her questions!
Michael and Lynda Leamy says
We just learned of Stephanie’s Home-going. What a sweetheart of a girl she has always been, loving her Jesus, serving Him; loving and helping children and older adults. What a time of rejoicing we will have when we can be together again. Sending love to you, her dear family.