Stephanie Kay Calkins
March 16, 1969 - February 17, 2020
Obituary
OREGON/BELOIT-Stephanie Kay Calkins, age 50, of Oregon, was born March 16, 1969, in Beloit, the daughter of Jesse and Sandra (Lindgren) Calkins. She passed away in the early morning of Monday, Feb. 17, 2020, at the UW-Hospital in Madison, following a courageous battle with ocular melanoma and metastatic breast cancer.
Stephanie attended school in the Beloit School District and graduated from Turner High School in June of 1986. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (UW-W) with a degree in accounting in May of 1990. The following year, Stephanie passed all parts of her CPA exam on the first try. While at UW-W, she was active in Intervarsity Christian Fellowship (IV). Stephanie continued a relationship with IV through the years and for the last two, had worked for Intervarsity USA in the payroll accounting department. She also worked for over 20 years at the Madison Metropolitan Sewer District, as an accountant.
Stephanie’s pleasures included quilting, especially enjoying the quilting retreats with family and friends; attending sporting events, particularly the Badgers, Packers and Brewers; and reading her Bible, daily, along with a wide variety of other books. Her church life was also very important to her. Stephanie attended Lakeview Church in Stoughton for the last several years. Included in her church activities were serving as assistant treasurer and as a member of several Bible study groups.
Stephanie is survived by her parents; sister, Andrea (Randy) Jacobs; niece, Hana Jacobs; nephews, Benjamin and Aaron Jacobs; and aunts, uncles and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held at LAKEVIEW CHURCH, 2200 Lincoln Ave., Stoughton, on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, at 3 p.m., with Pastor Andy Fuqua presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 2 p.m. until the time of the service on Sunday. An additional celebration of life service will be held in Beloit at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carbone Cancer Center, 600 Highland Ave., Madison, WI 53792-0001, to Intervarsity USA, 635 Science Drive, Madison, WI 53711 or to Lakeview Church, 2200 Lincoln Dr., Stoughton, WI 53589. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N. at Jackson St.
(608) 873-4590
Events
Visitation
Sun Feb 23, 2020 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
LakeView Church (Stoughton) • 2200 Lincoln Ave., Stoughton, WI 53589
Service
Sun Feb 23, 2020 @ 3:00 PM CDT
LakeView Church (Stoughton) • 2200 Lincoln Ave., Stoughton, WI 53589
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Memories
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Peter Luisi-Mills
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It was a great privilege to work with and get to know Stephanie over the last two years. Her courage was incredible and humbling. One of the kindest people I have ever met--and also one of the funniest! I will miss her.
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Ann Mattox
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Greeting Stephanie every morning at work at the Front Desk was pure joy. She always had something to share even if it was just a little smile. Even on her bad days she brought joy and encouragement from the Lord. I will greatly miss Stephanie, her laugh, and all she meant to everyone here at InterVarsity. Her testimony of God's faithfulness will not be forgotten.
MJ
Michele Jacobson
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It was such a pleasure to have been able to work with Stephanie, as brief as it was. She was very warm and encouraging. Her presence is greatly missed. Rest in peace kind, gentle Stephanie and thank you for the brief time that we had together.
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Michelle Semanik
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Such a sweet, caring, humble and fascinating woman. One of the strongest people I've ever known, and likely will ever. I feel so blessed to have started at InterVarsity on the same day as her, and walk through the last two years together. She's certainly someone that leaves an impact and can change someone's outlook on life and adversity. I will forever cherish the quilt she made my son, and other items when I got married. Stephanie, you're such a gem!
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Dan Lautenschleger
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My prayers for peace and grace to all those who knew Stephanie. I only knew her for a brief time, and as I read the comments below, I understand that I missed out on getting to know a wonderful person.
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Heather Christensen
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Stephanie has blessed our family over the last twelve years by faithfully supporting us while we have been serving in Haiti. We’re so thankful for her friendship and faithfulness. The hope of heaven can bring comfort even in the midst of great sadness. We praise God that Stephanie is in heaven rejoicing with her Savior Jesus Christ and is no longer suffering any pain.