Stephanie Dolberry

stephanie dolberry

February 8, 1948 ~ August 14, 2022

Stephanie Frankel Dolberry , age 74 of Mahwah passed away on Sunday, August 14. She was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on February 8, 1948 to Stanford and Edna Frankel. Beloved wife of Michael Dolberry. Devoted mother to Davia Valenzuela and her husband Frank, Heather Carney and her husband Ray. Cherished grandmother to Olivia, Luke, Matthew, Liam, Aidan and Raegan. Beloved sister to Elyse Shofner and her husband Gene. Sister in law to William Dolberry and his wife Kathy and Josephine Dolberry.

Stephanie was loving, thoughtful and certainly could make you laugh, she was one of a kind. She had a flare for fashion and was never without her earrings and lipstick. Stephanie's greatest love was her family friends and will be terribly missed by all. Heaven has gained an angel. Stay Groovy Beauty!

A Memorial Service will be held from 1:00 – 4:00 PM with a Prayer Service and Eulogy at 3:30PM in the Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home, 327 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024. For information (201) 944-0100.

Services

Prayer Service: August 20, 2022 3:30 pm

Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, NJ 07024


Memorial: August 20, 2022 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, NJ 07024


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  1. Though my dear and wonderful cousin Steffi could be brash and over the top at times (she had Stan's wicked sense of humor and delivery, she was a female version of Rodney Dangerfield and Edna's dignified sense of style and fashion), she had a heart of gold and a smile for everyone. As a mother hen to us younger cousins, she could crack us up with her unfiltered, gruff delivery but she always had a kind word for everyone. She loved and was proud of her Fersh family and was always interested in our lives and offered encouragement when we needed it.

    I know how much our family enjoyed her when she got on a roll, she could be very funny and sweet at the same time. She had a style all her own and tried to make the most of what she was dealt in life. I have always admired her courage, her positive attitude despite many health challenges. She always seemed to have a heartfelt perspective about the sharing her journey and wanting to be part of yours.

    I am glad she found joy with Michael, her beautiful daughters and grandkids. Heaven will be a funnier place with her there. Rest in peace my wonderful cousin.

    Love,
    Peter

  2. My godmother, Stephanie always made me feel important and loved. Hearing her voice and conversing with Stephanie brought me comfort. She had a unique way of expressing herself which made me smile. I have many memories I cherish but my favorite one of Stephanie occurred during a Christmas that we were celebrating in Pablo & Gino's house quite some time ago. We were sharing stories, telling jokes and Stephanie laughed so darn hard she peed on herself! Needless to say, we all laughed even harder and there's no denying that she was one special lady. Stephanie loved her family with passion, she enjoyed a good laugh and was infamous for her dark lipsticks and short hairdos. We didn’t see each other often but Stephanie was always important and very much a part of me. I loved her so very much and I will surely miss her. My most sincere condolences to Davia, Heather, extended family and loved ones. She certainly left a beautiful legacy in all of you.

    With much love,
    Susy

  3. My dearest friend Stephanie I will miss you so much. My deepest sympathy to Michael, Davia. Heather and her grandchildren. She loved you all so much and was so proud of her children and grandchildren. I will miss the phone calls and visits. We shared so many wonderful times and some hard time too. She was always there for me with something funny to uplift me. She was a great friend, wife, loving mother and grandmother. Steffie was unique, caring and always herself. I know she’s with the Lord in paradise. Probably with June, Georgette and Cheryl, watching over me. Makes me smile. Rest In Peace my friend. I’ll see you on the other side.

  4. Condolences to Davia, Heather, Frank, Ray all the grandkids, Mike & Steph’s extended family. My Mom has Alzheimer’s & Stephanie is one of a handful of people that Mom remembers because Stephanie was so special to her. I have known Stephanie all my life & she was my cousin-in-law… family through & through. Only good things can be said about Stephanie. I absolutely loved her accent & her laugh. I can’t believe she is gone. She will always be in my heart. Haydee Wagner

  5. My Dear Friend Stefi, you will be missed by so many people who love you. You always told it like you saw it. You always made us laugh, no matter how bad a situation. You were kind and caring with a friendship that will always be treasured. I will miss you & you will always be in my heart. Be at peace my friend, be at peace.

  6. My friend Stephanie words cannot describe how much you’re going to be missed , You were always there to listen and give your advice, You were so honest and such a good friend. You would always tell me how much you loved my daughters especially Christine she was your favorite even on your sickbed you were talking about her, we laughed together and also cried together. My condolences go to Davia Heather Michael and all your beautiful grandchildren that you couldn’t stop talking about you had so much love for them rest in peace my friend.

  7. IT GIVES ME GREAT JOY TO READ SUCH LOVELY HEARTFELT MEMORIES FROM MY SISTER STEFFIES FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
    TO THOSE I SAY”WHEN YOU ARE SORROWFUL LOOK AGAIN IN YOUR HEART,AND YOU SHALL SEE THAT IN TRUTH YOU ARE WEEPING FOR THAT WHICH HAS BEEN YOUR DELIGHT OF KNOWING STEFFIE.
    I AM BOOKED TO TRAVEL BACK TO NEW JERSEY FROM DENVER IN A FEW WEEKS DAVIA AND I WERE PLANNING ON SURPRISING STEFFIE.DAVIA WAS GOING TO HAVE HER SITTING OUT SIDE WITH OF COURSE HER LIPSTICK ON,EARRINGS IN FULL GLORY,A PAIR OF VERY COOL BIG SUNGLASSES AND SOME HIP OUTFIT!BUT SADLY THAT WONT HAPPEN AS GOD HAD ANOTHER PLAN.
    HOWEVER IM KEEPING MY TRIP IN PLACE AS WE ALL WANT TO SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME TOGETHER GIVING WARM FAMILY HUGS,HAVING SOME LAUGHS FROM STORIES THAT WILL BRING GOOD TEARS.
    I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU TO ALL THE CARETAKERS THAT KEPT STEFFIE COMFORTABLE ,TO HER FAMILY AND HER FRIENDS THAT NEVER MADE HER FEEL ALONE.SHE COULD FEEL THE LOVE THAT SURROUNDED HER THAT SHE SO WELL DESERVED.
    BUT THE BIGGEST SHOUT OUT IS TO MY NIECE DAVIA WHO WAS THE MOST DEVOTED DAUGHTER ON EVERY LEVEL,…GOD BLESS
    WHILE WE’RE ALL SO SAD STEFFIE IS NO LONGER WITH US,WE ARE ALL RELIEVED TO KNOW HER STRUGGLES ARE OVER HAVING TO DEAL WITH THE TREMENDOUSLY DIFFICULT HEALTH ISSUES.
    SHE CAN NOW BE AT PEACE.
    SHINE BRIGHT STEPHANIE JANE,YOUR LOVING SISTER

  8. This special heart reflects the ever loving love she held in her heart for all of her wonderful grandchildren that she loved deeply.,,

  9. To hear of my cousin Steffi’s death was a shock… not that it wasn’t expected but because I was just ready to call Lissy and ask how she was doing and if she was up to a call. It has been a very long and tough road for her these last few years. My last call she was her usual fun and interested self and seemed accepting of her health issues. We had laughs and talked about our kids and grand kids as we’ve done over all these years! Greg and I visited them often in New Jersey when our children were young and all had a great time. Favorite memory back then was having Cuban food brought in. Never thought I’d like it but we all did! Great memories of them visiting also.
    More recently, our cousins reunion finally took place last October and Steffi was too ill to come but we got Zoom ready for her and we all passed it around and had so many laughs about family memories. It was fabulous to see and hear her and she had us cracking up as usual!!
    Steffi was my closest cousin in age but most important in our close relationship over the years. I am missing her but feel her warmth and honesty and the fun we had and know she is at peace. Great mother and grandmother!❤️

  10. Stephanie came into our lives when we were starting ours. She taught us a lot and her company was always special. Everyone comes into your life for a reason, but you’re not always sure why; we knew why immediately. Stephanie made a huge impact on our family and will be missed immensely.

    Jon & Sylvia


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