Stephanie Quill
August 11, 1952 - April 13, 2009

Mrs. Stephanie Gardiner Quill, 56, of Punta Gorda, Florida, formerly of Louisville, Kentucky and Lakeland, Florida, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009 at her Punta Gorda residence.

She was born on August 11, 1952 in Japan, and adopted by her parents, Christina and James F. W. Gardiner, LTC US Army. She became a naturalized citizen at Fort Richardson, Alaska in 1958. As a proud member of a military family, Stephanie was raised on military bases around the country. Her father retired from active duty and the family settled in Louisville, Kentucky for Stephanie’s high school years. She was a graduate of Angela Merici Academy in Louisville and Eastern Kentucky University. Stephanie and Gary met in Louisville and were married in 1976. They moved to Punta Gorda in 2003. Stephanie worked for several agencies serving physically and developmentally challenged children and adults.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Eric Lubiner and Dr. Franzuel Pamittan and their staff for their excellent, personalized, and compassionate care as well as TideWell Hospice.

She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Gary; her children, Tina (William) Burton of Cocoa Beach, FL, Brigid Quill of Punta Gorda, James Quill of Orlando, FL, and Hannah Quill of Punta Gorda; and one granddaughter, Ella Joy Burton. Stephanie was preceded in death by her parents.

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Mrs. Stephanie Gardiner Quill, 56, of Punta Gorda, Florida, formerly of Louisville, Kentucky and Lakeland, Florida, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009 at her Punta Gorda residence. She was born on August 11, 1952 in Japan, and adopted by her parents, Christina and James F. W. Gardiner, LTC US Army. She became a naturalized citizen…

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Rosie Nenner left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary and Family We were very saddened to hear the news about Steph---our hearts and prayers go out to you. Love Rosie, Steve, Katie and Chrissy
Ed Wuellner left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary,Our heartfelt sympathies on your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Audrey Seay left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary, our prayers are with you and your family. Stephanie was a really wonderful lady. She always had a smile on her face. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Gary Queior left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary & Family My deapest sympathy in your loss. Steph was a great lady. Always had a smile every time I saw her
Sheryl Pinkard left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jack and Cheryl Ambach left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary - Cheryl and I were so sorry to hear of Stephanie's death and although we can't be there with you, please know you are in our prayers. Jack
Judy McMinn left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary, I will be thinking about you and your family. You will be in my prayers. Judy McMinn Administrative Chief City of Ocala Engineering Department
Lorra Dorr left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary, I was saddened to read about the passing of your lovely wife. I spoke with her several times at the FL Cancer Center where I took my husband, Oscar for treatment. She was a fine lady and will be greatly missed by many. You will be in my prayers. Lorra Dorr
LInda Dell left a message on April 16, 2009:
So sorry to hear of Stephanie's passing. I worked with her in Lakeland DCF and know what a loyal and caring co worker and friend she was. She will surely be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her
Lee Faneca left a message on April 16, 2009:
We are very sorry for your loss. You're family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time. The Faneca Family
Judith Stross left a message on April 16, 2009:
Dear Quill family, I am so sorry to hear about the death of Stephanie. I remember her as being a very vibrant lady. Always with a smile. I remember James from 1st grade when I helped Sister Paula Rose, and Tina from Santa Fe High School. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God's peace be with you. Judie Stross
Gary Bayne left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary, I'm so sorry to hear about your wife's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. The Bayne Family and from all of us here at Southwest Engineering
Rob May left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary Valerie and I were very sorry to hear of Stephanie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We pray that God provides you with the strength that you need in the coming days and that He provides comfort with each passing day. Rob May
Terry Boehm left a message on April 16, 2009:
I moved from Lakeland in 1990 but I remember Stephanie from her involvement at Resurrection and/or St. Joseph School...good mom, good woman. Sorry to hear the news, peace be with your family. Terry Boehm
Mandi and Glen Edwards left a message on April 16, 2009:
Having known the Quills for so many years, I had the pleasure of meeting Stepahine while going to school with Tina from elementary through high school and have so many fond memories of her entire family. Stephanie will be dearly missed by so many, but will even more so be remembered as an inspiration. Such a beautiful soul she was, caring, nurturing, loving and mothering to so many. It truly is an honor to have known her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the the entire family in this time off loss. And please find comfort in knowing that there are family and friends (old and new) who are here for you all in this time of sadness. much love Mandi(Budd)and Glen Edwards
Marisa Lewis Boehm left a message on April 16, 2009:
Our prayers are with the Quill family. Stephanie was well loved and will be missed.
Patrick Lewis left a message on April 16, 2009:
I'm am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Charlie and Dorothy Brandenburg left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary, We were so sorry to hear that Stephanie's long and courageous battle with cancer has ended. We were so fortunate that we were able to spend time with both of you when you visited Louisville last year - what a great time we had! We will always remember Stephanie as a loving, caring person with a great sense of humor. Please know that our thoughts and prayers will remain with you and your family. Love, Charlie and Dorothy
Sam Colorossi left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary & Family, I never dreamed I'd be sending your family my condolence for Stephanie, rather thought it would be the other way around. I have many fond memories of Stephanie while she was growing up and I will cherish them forever, just wanted you to know that. You and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cousin Sam.
Laurie Emery left a message on April 16, 2009:
Gary and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I only met Stephanie once or twice during basketball at CHS when my granddaughter, Lilli, was the ball girl when Hannah was playing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Bear hugs to you all.
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