Stella moved to the United States in 1964 and graduated from Rye High School in Rye New York. She attended the University of Tampa and Berkley College in New Jersey. She was currently attending Norwalk Community College pursuing an associate's degree in Human Services. Stella worked for many years in the corporate world and was most recently employed as a customer service representative at Barnes and Noble Bookstore in Stamford.
An active member of Laurel House since 2004, Stella was an ambassador for those recovering from mental illness. She presented a workshop on recovery at Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Services and recently hosted Congressman Jim Himes' visit to Laurel House. Stella loved photography, creative writing, and her cat, Tinkerbell. She possessed a radiant smile and was a loyal friend to many. In addition to her father, Stella is survived by her stepmother, Neinke Vandermeer; and two brothers, Roland and Marc Vandermeer.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday February 8, 2010 at 11:00am at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 2900 Summer Street in Stamford. In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations to Friends of Laurel House, 1616 Washington, Blvd, Stamford CT 06902.
Published in Stamford Advocate from February 6 to February 7, 2010
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Stella was a very genuine person from the few times I've gotten to talk with her and get to know her.. Unfortunately I only had one full semester a year ago to get to know her, this semester she only attended one of our classes before passing away in her sleep.
R.I.P., Stella....
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