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In memory of
Stefene Lin Richards
August 16, 1969 - June 28, 2021
Aug 16, 1969 - Jun 28, 2021
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$2,140.00
Raised by 31 people
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Obituary
Stefene Lin Alexis Costello Richards, 51, of Peoria, AZ, passed away on June 28, 2021 after a brief battle with Legionnaire's Disease. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the time of her passing.
Stefene was predeceased by her grandparents. She is survived by her loving husband, Chip and her children, Megan, Lexi, Ben, and McKenna. She is also survived by her parents, Don Costello (Ruth Blumenstein) and Carolyn Kuehl, as well …
Stefene was predeceased by her grandparents. She is survived by her loving husband, Chip and her children, Megan, Lexi, Ben, and McKenna. She is also survived by her parents, Don Costello (Ruth Blumenstein) and Carolyn Kuehl, as well …
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Memories & condolences
Chip, I am so sorry for your imense loss.
Chip, I am so sorry for your imense loss.
Chip, I am so sorry for your imense loss.
We were so sorry to hear about Stefene. Her family has our deepest condolences. They are in our thoughts and prayers…
We were so sorry to hear about Stefene. Her family has our deepest condolences. They are in our …
We were so sorry to hear about Stefene. Her family has our dee…
Going to school with Megan, I remember how much she talked about her Mom. It's obvious they were close. From the sto…
Going to school with Megan, I remember how much she talked about her Mom. It's obvious they were …
Going to school with Megan, I remember how much she talked abou…
I remember when Steph and Chip met each other. It was just before Chip and I moved in together as roommates in graduat…
I remember when Steph and Chip met each other. It was just before Chip and I moved in together as …
I remember when Steph and Chip met each other. It was just befo…
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Community Involvement
Church
Attendee of
First Southern Baptist Church Glendale
Participated in
Attendee of
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Favorites
What was Stefene's favorite color?
Royal Purple
Royal Purple
Royal Purple
What causes did Stefene care about most?
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
What were Stefene's favorite games to play?
Scrabble
Scrabble
Scrabble
What were Stefene's favorite tv shows?
The Vampire Diaries,
The Vampire Diaries,
The Vampire Diaries,
Timeline
Born
August 16th, 1969
Moved
1976
From Bolingbrook to Oswego
Graduated from high school
May 31st, 1987
Oswego Community High School
Survived by
Megan Richards
Daughter
Chip Richards
Husband
Alexis Richards
Daughter
Benjamin Richards
Son
McKenna Richards
Daughter
Cindi Gillette
Sister
Dale Costello
Cousin
Amy Richards
Sister-in-law
Tom & Kathy Richards
Brother-in-law
Robin Nelson
Sister-in-law
Carolyn Kuehl
Mother
Mimi Steinwart
Sister-in-law
Debbie Angello
Sister-in-law
Don & Ruth Costello
Father
Geoff Gillette
Sister-in-law
Paul & Vicki Haeck
Uncle
Jessica Kramer
Niece
Mary Haeck
Niece
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Other key details
Cause of death
Pneumonia - Legionnaires' disease
Method of disposition
Cremation
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
$2,140.00
Raised by 31 people
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