Obituaries
Stephanie Bird Kendrick
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Stephanie Bird Kendrick was born in Sheridan, Wyoming on December 1, 1953, to Hugh T. Bird and Lois Huson Bird. Stephanie passed away on September 6, 2024, at Sheridan Memorial Hospital after battling MS for over 40 years.
“Steph” was a fighter from day one after being diagnosed with this disabling disease. She graduated from Sheridan High School six months early; going on to the University of Wyoming and earning her degree in Public Relations. In her adult life, Steph worked for Sheridan County Rodeo, Wyoming Senator Simpson, and later collaborated with her father in opening a successful real estate company – KB Brokerage.
Steph enjoyed life to the fullest extent possible with this crippling disease. Never complaining about her ailment, and always willing to share her beautiful smile with you. In her early years, Steph LOVED the time she spent with her grandparents, Ted & Alma, on the K Ranch in Arvada, Wyoming.
Stephanie is preceded in death by her father, Hugh Bird, grandparents, Ted & Alma Wintermute, Chauncy & Minta Bird, and nephew, Jonathon Atkinson. She is survived by her mother, Lois Huson Hall, sons, Jake (Nicki) Kendrick, Sam (Hannah) Kendrick, sisters, Pam (Tom) Atkinson, Tina (Anthony) Mediate, grandchildren, Ben, Teddy, & Timber Kendrick, nephews, Christopher Atkinson, Phillip Mediate, and Daniel Mediate.
The family would like to thank Green House Living and Sheridan Memorial Hospital for the endless, compassionate care they have given Steph through the years. If you’d like to make a memorial donation, please send it to Green House Living, Activities Program, 2311 Shirley Cove, Sheridan, WY 82801.
A service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under the care of Sheridan Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to www.sheridanfuneral.com.
Cindy Butler
September 11, 2024 at 3:03 pm
Deepest sympathies Lois and all the family. Stephanie was a delightful woman who was brave beyond compair. May she Rest In Peace in God’s loving care. 🙏❤️
Leslie R Erwin
September 28, 2024 at 12:02 am
Steph was my step sister and my friend. I am sickened by the comments stating Lois was amazing and supportive. Lois posed as a caregiver to both my dad and Steph. I often found my dad dying alone while Lois basked in her self appreciating broadcast! I am a nurse, I told Lois how she could keep Steph at home. She was not interested, that would cramp her style! I can only trust she will have to explain at the gates! BTW,Steph dad was the caregiver. Lois left her 3 daughters with Hugh Bird, went to college and left the girls with Hugh. Lois joined a sorority A real poser¡
Dona
September 11, 2024 at 3:07 pm
So many great fun memories. My love t u girls kids n mom. Glad she is finally at peace
Julia A Gerlach
September 12, 2024 at 5:04 am
Steph was a beautiful woman whose limbs were imprisoned these past decades by a horrible disease. While MS controlled her extremities, it could never control her heart, spirit and soul. Soar with the eagles my friend. Love to you Lois, Pam, Tina, Jake and Sam.
Barbara Walter
September 12, 2024 at 4:02 pm
Condolences Lois and to you and all of Steph’s family and friends…..I remember when the GHLS opened and we were anxious for this to become Steph’s new home. It’s been a long hard struggle but I’ll remember how much Steph loved the patio during the summer and how she just soaked up the sun and its warmth….with a smile on her face, eyes closed. RIP Steph and hugs to you Lois…..You were a caring Mom forever.
Sue Howell
September 13, 2024 at 3:29 pm
Lois,Pam and Tin & family…so sorry to hear of Steph’s passing. You were all so great at taking care of her. She is free and walking with the angels.