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Colette Odell posted a condolence
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Hello, Tom, Olivo children, Olivo grands, and all reading this, who loved Stephanie, as I did. I was shocked to learn of Stephanie's passing. Had I realized she was ill, I would have been in touch with her personally and often. It has been years since I have seen either Stephanie or Tom, the last time, I think, was whe they did a Lenten Friday night seminar on healing prayer for Father Bill Hinrichs, now for many years a former rector, at St. George's Episocpal Church, Clifton Park, the church I attend. Onebof my best memories of Stephsnie was the library in the Olivo home. Another was that she, ever the generous lady and the avid spiritual reader, sent a large envelope to me, when I was away, taking care of a very sick mother. Those books were a connection to Stephanie and tobother friends, when I was a full time caretaker and could not leave the house except for brief trips to the pharmacy and grocery stores. Stephanie always had a warm smile for everyone. She was an accomplished, kind, and talented lady, who did all things well and with great dignity and humility and always to the glory of God. I am sure she is greatly missed, and I am also sure that she is safe, well, and content in the nearer presence of the Lord she loved so dearly and so well. I would love very much to hear from Stephanie's family on my home telephone. Grace, peace, and much love, Colette
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Polly Karis posted a condolence
Thursday, January 27, 2022
I met Stephanie around 2005 when I decided it was time to re-learn how to knit. I ventured into Wool n’ Word one day and asked Stephanie if she would be interested in trading knitting lessons for massages (I was a massage therapist at the time). I barely had the words out of my mouth when she blurted out, “Yes!” We both felt like we’d struck it rich with that little barter.
I can still hear Stephanie’s welcoming voice ringing out each time I entered the door of her shop. She so enjoyed sharing her amazing knitting skills, a bit of chat, and a cup of blueberry tea.
My life got busy after some time, and I regretted not being able to stop by the shop before it closed. But every time I drove by the green house with the orange trim, I smiled to think of Stephanie and Tom. I am really saddened to hear she was sick for so long, our sweet and spirited Stephanie.
Polly Karis
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Dennis McCann posted a condolence
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Condolences to Stephanie’s family from your Wakonda neighbors. She was a wonderful person and we will miss her.
The McCanns and Murphys at the Dakota cottage.
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Melania sheri Buczkowski lit a candle
Friday, January 21, 2022
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So sorry your mom went to rest , no more pain and with all her precious birds and any friends,etc. she is up in heaven as beautiful as can be sitting there watching over thee prayers being said Lolxxxxxoooo Aunt sheri and Uncle Rich!!!!!!
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Aimee Kot posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
I will never forget the very fist day my family moved into our home in West Sand Lake, Neighbor’s of the Olivo’s. I was 3yrs old, it was around 1981 and i was looking around the yard in my new home and here comes Mrs.Olivo and her daughter Katie, Katie holding a pink rose from Stephanie’s garden. Katie said, “welcome to the neighborhood wanna be friends”. Little did i know that rose represented a childhood of happiness and memories that i will cherish forever. The Olivo’s became my second family. Stephanie’s garden was always blooming with beautiful flowers. My bedroom window was the view of that. I had the pleasure to not only see the gardens but to grow with the flowers. I spent my childhood as one of the Olivo’s. It has helped shape me into who iam today. Im so lucky to have been apart of it. Thank you Olivo’s for all the memories! im so sorry for the loss of Stephanie. May all the wonderful memories of her help you through this hard time. Love, Aimee Kot
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Suzanne Palmer posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Tom and all the family; I am very sorry to hear about Stephanie's passing. I know you all loved her deeply and miss her now very much. May God's peace that passes all our understanding be yours. Passing on to Glory in Heaven is a wonderful happening for Stephanie. I imagine her singing in the choir with that big beautiful smile on her face. We are all better for having known her grace. Love, Cousin Suzanne Baker Palmer
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Susan Penn posted a condolence
Monday, January 17, 2022
Stephanie holds a very dear place in my heart. I took a knitting class with her at Albany HS and then many a class, yarn crawl, and visit to her shop. She was kind, warm, and very funny. She told many great stories of her childhood, children and grandchildren that I still smile at. Her life touched so many people . I am so lucky to have been one of them. Praying for comfort to all of her family.
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Roseann posted a condolence
Monday, January 17, 2022
Thanks to Stephanie and her knitting classes at her home and continuing ed classes at Albany High School, I am still enjoying my knitting. She also arranged outings where we traveled to yarn stores. With gratitude, Roseann
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June E. Kinerson posted a condolence
Monday, January 17, 2022
To Tom and other family members. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Stephanie. She was a dear, close friend to me. We shared many good times together in her yarn shop and away at knitting retreats which Stephanie had organized. We also shared several trips to the Knittng Guild meetings in Kinderhook, N.Y. Stephanie was a wonderful, knowledgeable knitting teacher. She was always calm and happy in her yarn shop. .Stephanie often shared a childhood memory with us during the Thursday evening Knit and Chat meeting. Stephanie enjoyed going to her camp near Schroon Lake in the Adirondacks. In her final yesrs she was unable to go to her camp. Therefore, she was home with Tom more often . I will miss Stephanie a great deal. Stephanie was a patient teacher,. She was always ready to help me out if I didn't understand how to create a new knit stitch. June E. Kinerson
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Russ & Linda King posted a condolence
Sunday, January 16, 2022
To the Olivo Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Stephanie was a special person in my children’s lives. They always considered her their 2nd Mom. We have been neighbors for 42 years. Hoping all your happy memories you have in your hearts will help ease your pain.
With Sympathy,
Russ & Linda King
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Andrea Freeman posted a condolence
Sunday, January 16, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you......may you take comfort in all your wonderful memories of Stephanie.
Andrea & Dan Freeman
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Penny shacket posted a condolence
Sunday, January 16, 2022
Stephanie was my roommate at a woman’s conference a couple of times. We always greeted each other as roomie. I will miss her!
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Lynn Momrow-Zielinski posted a condolence
Sunday, January 16, 2022
I have wonderful memories of Mrs Olivo welcoming me and Tracy’s other friends into her home. Being an only child, I always appreciated the large Olivo clan. Stephanie was a warm, loving, smart and talented lady! My condolences.
Lynn Momrow-Zielinski
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Rosie posted a condolence
Saturday, January 15, 2022
So multi-talented yet so humble, loving and kind hearted. I pray for comfort for the entire family. Please rest assured that she will be watching over you all. She will definitely be missed.
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Jen Fowler posted a condolence
Friday, January 14, 2022
My favorite memories of Christmas as a kid were of the big Christmas party at Aunt Stephanie & Uncle Tom’s
house. It felt like stepping into a Christmas you’d see on TV - the big, beautiful old house with banisters and corners and all sorts of cool places to play hide and seek; visiting her sheep, getting to touch all the yarn she spun and dyed at Wool ‘n Word, being introduced to my cousins and extended family members; playing games, the annual Christmas “Auction”, and getting to experience the love and talent Aunt Stephanie selflessly gave to the entire family. I will keep her memory close, and look to her example for the meaning of hospitality and family. I am grateful for the magic she brought to my life.
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Frosty posted a condolence
Friday, January 14, 2022
Dear family, my prayers are for comfort for everyone.
Stephanie cared for us in Deerland and then for me when she welcomed me and my children in her home for months. I will always remember Stephanie, her loving care and amazing gifts, and will miss her as part of my family. I look forward to seeing her again in heaven.
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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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Emma lit a candle
Thursday, January 13, 2022
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I love you Nana thank you for taking care of me ❤️ I will miss you so much
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