Elizabeth Stephenson
June 28, 2003
Elizabeth Stephenson, originally of Knoxville, TN, died after a short illness on Saturday, June 28, 2003 at Weirton Medical Center. She is survived by her immediate family, including her husband, Dr. Gary A. Hanson of Aliquippa, and her children, Philip Charles (22) of Aliquippa and Margaret Laura (24) of New York, NY. She also leaves behind her father, Charles M. Stephenson of Knoxville, TN; three sisters, Annemarie (Nikki) S. Welch of Sedona, AZ, Hilary Stephenson (Mrs. David M. Welborn) of Knoxville, TN and Arlington, VA, and Laura P. Stephenson of Miami, FL; as well as a nephew, David M. S. Sanders of Knoxville, TN.
Ms. Stephenson loved intellectual pursuits, and was a voracious reader. She took this passion for knowledge to Goucher College in Baltimore, MD from which she graduated in 1973. While at Goucher she was particularly inspired by the professors of the English, History, Political Science and Dance Departments. She also completed a number of years of post-graduate work at the University of Tennessee and the University of Pittsburgh in the fields of medical ethics and healthcare policy.
In addition to her academic interests, Ms. Stephenson was passionate about backpacking and camping, which she and her husband did regularly with their beloved dogs. Ms. Stephenson was an accomplished horseback rider and an avid runner.
Until her death she worked very happily with her husband as his office assistant and often described their work as her most satisfying experience, second only to being a mother. She was a devoted wife, an indescribably wonderful mother, and beloved daughter, sister, and aunt. She will be deeply missed.
Friends will be received Tuesday from 6-9 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road, Baltimore, MD 21204.
Share tributes with her family at www.grecohertnick.com.
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To The Hanson Family, It is with the deepest sympathy we send your family at the loss of your wife and mother. We will always have the fondest memories of Elisabeth at work in the office and the smile she always had and the talks about the different books and authors she had read. We will miss her greatly. The Donohue Family
Dear Gary, Philip, and Margaret, There’s no words to express how much I feel for you all and hope that together you can find happiness in her memories. She had such joyous stories about each of you and what she hoped for the future for all of you. She was a wonderful person and she could really inspire someone, if through nothing else than through her courage. We will sadly miss her. The Donoso’s
Dr. Hanson and Family, We’re so sorry to hear of her passing. If you need anything, don’t hesitate to call! Doris, Al, Susan, and Tiffany
Dr. Hanson, I was very sorry to hear about your wife. You and your family are in my prayers. Shirley Poland (Gail VanHorn’s mom)
Dear Margaret, My sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Please remember her with those special moments of joy and the gifts she shared with you and what a blessing it is to her, that you have those memories as you build your life. With Caring Thoughts, Paula
Dear Margaret, I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Many condolences, Lori
To Margaret and family, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. I will pray the lord will meet your every need during this difficult time.
Dear Doc, Mom and I are out of town, but Patrice let us know about your loss. We wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Elizabeth was such a sweet spirit and a pleasure to know. May you find strength in each other and in knowing that our thoughts our with you. God Bless, Mya & Eva
Dr.Hanson,family and office staff, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Elizabeth, It sounds like she was a lovely woman. You were all blessed for having her in your life for the lenghth of time that you did.
Dr. Hanson, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Cynthia Nixon
Dr.Hanson and Family Please know the sorrow we felt when hearing about your wife. You and Elizabeth were always so loving and wonderful to my mother Eva. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear,just know that you are very close in our every thought and prayer. Treasure all your wonderful memories they help to bring comfort and keep her with you always. Smiar Family
Dear Margaret, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Thinking of you… Lots of love, Allison
Gary, I was so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing; my thoughts and prayers are very much with you. I miss seeing you now that I’m gone from Med Staff Office. Ginny
Dear Gary, We were truly shocked to hear about Elizabeth. She was a remarkable woman with a wide variety of interests. I will never forget her input at our Ethics Committee meetings and the expertise that she brought to our sessions. Yet, she was always so kind to Mom at the office as she was to all your patients. Our love and prayers are with you and your children at this time. If there is anything at all that we can do please do not hesitate to call. We are very sorry that we can not be there. Love, Tony, Ruth, & Sara
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you feel God’s love in this time of sorrow. Love, Kevin & Diane Bowers
Gary, Margaret, and Philip, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will never forget Elizabeth’s kindness, concern, and support when I was ill last year. She was a compassionate and kind person and will be sadly missed by many.
You have my deepest sympathy on Elizabeth’s passing. She was a wonderful woman. She was always so kind to me at the office, and I will miss seeing her very much. She meant a lot to me and to my wife, and I am very sorry I won’t be able to be at the visitation to say this in person. Sincerely, Bill Fields
Dr. Hanson and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Suzanne Morrison
I will always remember Elizabeth with great respect. She showed love for her husband, children and dogs with almost every conversation her and I had. My heart goes out to Dr. Gary now and always. love, Arlinda Eureka p.s. I’m in Fla. but my thoughts are with you and your children.
Dear Dr. Hanson & Family: Our thoughts of sympathy and love are being sent to you, as well as prayers for comfort in all you’re going through. We did not know your wife personally, but always heard that she was a “beautiful” person inside and out. We will remember all of you in our prayers.
It was such a shock and it filled our hearts with sadness when we learned of Elizabeth. Losing one’s loving partner can cause a loneliness unlike any other, but may the love and prayers that surrounds you be a source of comfort at this time. I will always be thankful for Elizabeth’s understanding and support. Her vitality of life and fascinating interest in all will always be remembered… Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Love, Rosemary & Don
Dear Dr. Hanson & family: I was so very surprise and sad when I read Elizabeth’s obit. She was always so pleasant. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ken & Sue Howell
Gary and Family, We are so saddened by your loss. We will miss seeing Elizabeth at the office. She was always so nice to us. We always looked forward to talking to her. She had such a kind and understanding heart……. Pam and Steve Roberts
Dr. Hanson, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember the day you were so compassionate to me in the lost of my husband. Although I didn’t know her personally I am sure she will deeply be missed by you, your children, her family and friends and your office staff. Just remember to take one day at a time, it helps us make it through each day……. Linda Cline
Gary, Margaret and Phillip, Our thoughts are with you. It doesn’t seem that long ago our girls were little and you lived down the street. Just remember all the wonderful times. Elizabeth was such a warm mixture of strength and determination. Take care of yourselves. Diane and Arnie
Margaret, My deepest condolences on your loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Michael Smith
Dear Phil, When your mother sent you down to pick up Margaret from college, and then take a huge detour to bring Andy home when I was ill, I was so grateful to her. Although I didn’t know her personally, actions speak volumes. I know you will miss her. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Kate Budacki
You have our deepest sympathies in your loss. No words can really describe it.
Dear Dr. Hanson and kids, We are so very saddened to hear of Elizabeth’s passing. She spoke of Margaret and Phillip every time that I visited the office. She always made me feel confident and proud after our conversations…She was so full of wisdom and strenth. I am honored to have gotten to know her. Laura and Tony Yaremcho
To Our Dearest Dr. Gary, How so very sad we are to hear of your loss. Elizabeth was a wonderful lady and our friend. While we dont know the perfect words to say or the exact thing to do to comfort you in this time of sorrow. Elizabeth gave our lives beauty, she’ll remain in our hearts forever. Bill and I will truly miss her around the office. Today as always you and your family are in our prayers. TO you and yours please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Dr. Gary as in the past you were always their for myself and my family, at anytime you need someone to talk to or pass an empty moment we are their. Our Deepest Sympathy. Bill and Peg Marshall
To the Hanson Family Hopefully your loving memories will give you some solace during these difficult hours – your mother and wife will always be alive in your heart. Fran Rothberg
Dear Dr. Hanson and Family: With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. I always enjoyed talking to Elizabeth at the office. God bless you. Take one day at a time.
Dr. Gary Hanson & Family It just breaks my heart to hear of the passing of Elizabeth. I was just in the office this past Wednesday, and when she checked me in She was in the best of spirts. It seem that day she just had this special glow about herself, and we had the most marverlous conversation. I just loved her, although she had had problems, as I also have them, she did not let them hold her down. She was a real model for me and a trooper. Dr.Hanson she talked of you and her children all the time. You all were so important to her. I send her family my deepest sympathy, and am so sorry that I couldn’t visit the family, as I wasn’t in town. God will see you all through this, that I know. Mary E. Taylor
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. We are so saddened by your loss. We will miss seeing her in the office she was so kind and pleasant to everyone. Please take care of yourself and know that people are praying for you and your family. Bruce, Cheryl & Lisa
Dear Dr. Hanson and family, I just learned about Elizabeth’s passing. She was a very kind, energetic and caring person. May God be with you all at this very difficult time and always. I will always remember her smile as well as her love of books and the library. She was a blessing to many. May her memory be eternal. You all will be in our prayers and thoughts. With Love in Christ, Pam, Tony and Sandie Makricosta
To Doc and Family, Sorry on the loss of your wife and mother. With deepest sympathy, Judith Ferguson and Family
Dear Dr Hanson Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Paulette Galiotos
Dear Gary, Your loss is felt by all who knew you and Elizabeth. Do not hesitate to call if you need anything. You are special to so many. Your friend, Mary Alice
Dear Dr. Hanson & Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies. We will remember you in our prayers.
We were especially fond of Elizabeth and feel her loss deeply. She did much to amuse and inspire us when we were together. Love to the family. The Robersons
Please accept my sympathy and condolences. My Dad Wm. H. Roberson, Jr. had very fond memories of his family.
I was saddened to learn of Elizabeth’s untimely departure. I will always remember a cute, perky little dark haired girl who loved to visit our home and observe the animals around our small farm. Please accept my sincerest sympathy.