tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post6973424666029824549..comments2023-04-06T00:34:50.382-07:00Comments on Steph Won.: Chrissyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16199363014797783356noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-12473041469306202192010-07-12T08:23:11.647-07:002010-07-12T08:23:11.647-07:00I was at church yesterday and we sang the song &qu...I was at church yesterday and we sang the song "I will rise" this some reminded me of coach Phillips and I wanted to share the lyrics. she has touched so many peoples lives. <br /><br />"And I will rise when He calls my name<br />No more sorrow, no more pain<br />I will rise on eagles' wings<br />Before my God fall on my knees<br />And rise<br />I will rise"<br /><br />rip coach.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-71530031806088168042010-07-11T20:18:21.713-07:002010-07-11T20:18:21.713-07:00I remember as a little girl watching Stephanie pla...I remember as a little girl watching Stephanie play for the Lady Bears and what a huge role model she was for so many of us, now having two girls of my own that too will have role models, my heart aches for all of you, as I also grew up knowing the Gidden's family, and in class with Ryan, my whole family is praying and thinking of you all. Those boys are so blessed to have you all as part of their life, as all of us moms know how much that means to know our babies will forever be loved, even without our Presence. Chrissy, I admire your strength and positivity through all of this, your are an amazing friend, woman, mother, daughter, sister, and much more! Stephanie has influenced so many, may she rest in Peace!Dixie Decker-Vaughnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-89954078663389295432010-07-11T17:56:03.302-07:002010-07-11T17:56:03.302-07:00I don't any of you but my heart aches for you ...I don't any of you but my heart aches for you as I know what life is like for your family. I lost my husband to colon cancer when he was 38, 9 years ago. His was a very short battle of 2 months. Stephanie fought a long hard battle with her disease. It will be a long, tough road for those left behind but healing will come one day. Lost and Found is a great organization to help the boys with their recovery. Please consider calling them when the time is right. My girls went there for several years after their dad died and they are amazing in helping with healing after such a significant loss in their lives. It is healing for the parent left behind also, as the parents meet and talk while the kids meet. <br />I just finished reading 90 Minutes in Heaven and if heaven is anything like Don Piper describes, Stephanie is in such an awesome place. She is singing with the angels and walking on streets of gold. What a joyous reunion you will have one day with your friend, wife, and mother. May God truly bless each and every one of you as you begin to heal from the loss of Stephanie.<br />Praying for all of you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-55489251042063454942010-07-11T15:43:19.922-07:002010-07-11T15:43:19.922-07:00(She) has fought the good fight, (she) has finishe...(She) has fought the good fight, (she) has finished the race, (she) has kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7. Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Matthew 25:23Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-42246922543513641202010-07-11T12:48:12.470-07:002010-07-11T12:48:12.470-07:00Chrissy: Thank you very much for keeping this blo...Chrissy: Thank you very much for keeping this blog so that all of us who knew and loved Stephanie could continue to keep up with her condition. Between the blog and always visiting her when I went back to KHS I felt like I knew how she was doing. You are an amazing young lady. Thank you! Pam McGinnisPam McGinnisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-87788461855317066462010-07-11T12:47:46.635-07:002010-07-11T12:47:46.635-07:00God saw you
getting tired and a cure was not to be...God saw you<br />getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you<br />and whispered "come with me". With tearful eyes I watched you, and saw<br />you pass away. Although I loved you dearly I could not make you stay. A<br />golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke my<br />...heart to prove to me, he only takes the best.Sonya Smith McFallnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-61428336901303359332010-07-11T12:11:24.923-07:002010-07-11T12:11:24.923-07:00My heart breaks for those Stephanie left. She died...My heart breaks for those Stephanie left. She died very young, but touched more lives than a person twice her age. She made a valiant witness to thousands she never knew.<br /><br />On my way home from church today I heard the Third Day song, "Cry Out to Jesus". It has always been a favorite song of mine but today it took on a different meaning because I thought of Stephanie.<br /><br />"Cry Out To Jesus"<br /><br />To everyone who's lost someone they love<br />Long before it was their time<br />You feel like the days you had were not enough<br />when you said goodbye<br /><br />And to all of the people with burdens and pains<br />Keeping you back from your life<br />You believe that there's nothing and there is no one<br />Who can make it right<br /><br />There is hope for the helpless<br />Rest for the weary<br />Love for the broken heart<br />There is grace and forgiveness<br />Mercy and healing<br />He'll meet you wherever you are<br />Cry out to Jesus, Cry out to Jesus.....<br /><br /><br />May your faith in God give you comfort and you feel all the prayers being lifted up to help you in your time of need.Becky Wellsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-19461177152496952492010-07-11T09:22:56.177-07:002010-07-11T09:22:56.177-07:00I only really knew Coach Phillips from this blog b...I only really knew Coach Phillips from this blog but I did have the privilege of meeting her once when I was a young girl. I had been very sick and battling a disease most doctors said would take my young life (God had other plans!) and somehow a nurse at the hospital found out how much I loved Lady Bear Basketball so it was arranged for me to spend an afternoon with them at a practice. I will never forget watching Steph drain 3 after 3 during practice. She took so much time with me after practice and I still have the ball and shirt she autographed for me that day. The whole day meant so much and I learned so much from her! May God wrap His loving arms around Steph's entire circle of family and friends and hold you all close through this difficult time! Steph did win because of all the lives she touched!!!!<br />Contessa BAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-83899746281740815012010-07-11T07:10:56.985-07:002010-07-11T07:10:56.985-07:00She did win, because she didn't let Satan stea...She did win, because she didn't let Satan steal her witness or her joy--she let it be an even greater way to witness and reach others, even through her blog. And now she has won because she is in Heaven--and perfectly healed. She won the all-time championship game. Praying for those who are left. I know they will honor her life.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-5201961194852548072010-07-11T07:05:09.186-07:002010-07-11T07:05:09.186-07:00"Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not ..."Do not stand at my grave and weep;<br />I am not there. I do not sleep.<br />I am a thousand winds that blow.<br />I am the diamond glints on snow.<br />I am the sunlight on ripened grain.<br />I am the gentle autumn rain.<br />When you awaken in the morning's hush<br />I am the swift uplifting rush<br />Of quiet birds in circled flight.<br />I am the soft stars that shine at night." <br /><br />rest in peace coach Phillips. you will never be forgotten.Claire Turnernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-10073113371333439082010-07-11T06:30:54.877-07:002010-07-11T06:30:54.877-07:00"The person who we have loved and lost is not..."The person who we have loved and lost is not gone, but is now everywhere we are." <br /><br />My heart is aching for you, but know that we are praying for you. <br /><br />God bless you and the amazing faith and love you have shown to Stephanie and her family. <br /><br />Stephanie and I went to highschool together, she was 3 years older than me. We sat together in Spanish class. Her "Spanish" name was Yolanda and boy was she so nice to everyone. Much love, strength, peace and comfort to you all.Brittanynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-81707224670542405172010-07-11T05:35:49.421-07:002010-07-11T05:35:49.421-07:00Steph won! Hugs & kisses to all of you...Steph won! Hugs & kisses to all of you...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-69096586281831873362010-07-11T05:31:14.996-07:002010-07-11T05:31:14.996-07:00I haven't physically met Steph or any of you a...I haven't physically met Steph or any of you amazing women; however, I feel as if we've known each other forever. All I know is that you have all touched my life in such an incredible way! Thank you. I'm sure if given the choice, Steph would stay right where she is. Until we all meet again...keep looking up!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-47973628229369329972010-07-11T05:19:04.044-07:002010-07-11T05:19:04.044-07:00Steph's passing, for me, is very much like los...Steph's passing, for me, is very much like losing a close family member. I watched her play high school ball, college ball, and then blossom into an outstanding coach and role model for youth.<br /><br />As part of the Kickapoo administrative team in 2001, I want to thank former Kickapoo principal, Pam McGinnis, for making such a great decision by hiring Stephanie Phillips as the Lady Chiefs Basketball coach. I was excited to have Steph on our team. Years later, Steph's input helped me when I was the Glendale principal in making a decision to hire one of her best friends, Coach Renee Temple, to lead the Glendale Lady Falcon Basketball team. Great advice Steph! Will miss you very much.<br /><br />Gary ProutyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-18423889510994500412010-07-11T01:43:16.028-07:002010-07-11T01:43:16.028-07:00The happiness of life is made up of minute fractio...The happiness of life is made up of minute fractions—the little soon-forgotten charities of a kiss, a smile, a kind look, a heartfelt compliment in the disguise of a playful raillery, and the countless other infinitessimals of pleasurable thought and genial feeling. <br />~Samuel Taylor Coleridge<br /><br />RIP Coach Phillips, you have touched SO many lives. I am so glad to hear that the pain has finally left your body and you are free. May your family and loved ones have the strength as you did to make it through these hard times..<br /><br />My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.<br /><br />RIPAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-12616862076377954552010-07-10T22:57:12.608-07:002010-07-10T22:57:12.608-07:00Words are not adequate; however, my prayers and th...Words are not adequate; however, my prayers and thoughts are with you. As I look down at my 'stephsgonnawin" bracelet I know she has won...She fought the good fight and is now in Heaven reaping rewards. Strength, comfort, and peace to her family and friends.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-30094853619725509512010-07-10T22:47:37.244-07:002010-07-10T22:47:37.244-07:00Thank you for your devout love and friendship to a...Thank you for your devout love and friendship to a very special person. God is looking down upon you and your family with favor for being his good and faithful servants. My hope is that your story will become a starting point for many others to help their family and friends during their times of need. As a past hospice nurse, there are many who are alone during these times. <br /> My prayer tonight is for Scot and their boys, that they will look to the Lord for their strength during the next difficult days. God bless you tonight and always.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-14056883963347359712010-07-10T22:40:05.666-07:002010-07-10T22:40:05.666-07:00I want to send my heartfelt condolences to Scot, D...I want to send my heartfelt condolences to Scot, Drew, Levi and family. Its with deep regret that I never had the privilege to meet Steph face to face. I know she has been an amazing wife, mother, coach and friend to so many. She was an amazing aunt to my son, Alex. Through him, my step mom Joyce and dad, I have learned so much about Steph. Through them, I feel as though on some levels I knew her. That's just the impact she has made on everyone she has come in contact with. Through her story many of us near and far could relate to her. We would pray for her, and were willing to fight the battle with her whether we knew her or not. She inspired all of us to never give up, as she never did. She fought her battle with such courage and strength and I know she will be terribly missed. Please know you all are in our prayers and I know that she is smiling from Heaven above where she can now rest in peace, hurt no more, and can be a guardian angel over you all. May God bring you comfort, strength and peace during this difficult time. I also want to say "Thank You" to those of you who opened your home and hearts to Scot, Steph and family! You too will be in our prayers! God bless you all. Sincerely, Holly, Alex & Family.<br />A special note from Alex...I love you Aunt Steph! I will miss you! Sending love to Uncle Scot, Levi & Drew during this difficult time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-88992587010822864432010-07-10T22:27:03.522-07:002010-07-10T22:27:03.522-07:00I loved Stephanie. We were close friends for 18 y...I loved Stephanie. We were close friends for 18 years. She were BFFs freshman year in college. <br /><br />Now shes hitting 3s in Gods Court.<br /><br />I cry now... but rejoice for the life you had.<br /><br />I was honored and proud to call you one of my best friends.<br /><br />I love you. Hit a free throw for me. One day, I will rebound for you.<br /><br />Jim CaffeyJim Caffeynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-54626304316578953072010-07-10T22:09:43.702-07:002010-07-10T22:09:43.702-07:00God saw you were getting tired,
and a cure was not...God saw you were getting tired,<br />and a cure was not to be, <br />so He put His arms around you<br />and whispered "Come with Me."<br />With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, and watched you fade away. <br />Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.<br />A golden heart stopped beating,<br />hard working hands were put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Author Unknown<br /><br />Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. May you find comfort in His loving arms. <br /><br />Farewell Coach Phillips. Until we meet again.<br /><br />The Waltons<br />Apple Valley, CaliforniaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-29303407368037905352010-07-10T21:50:26.240-07:002010-07-10T21:50:26.240-07:00I am so sorry to hear of Steph's passing I wil...I am so sorry to hear of Steph's passing I will continue to pray for all of you through your time of sorrow and know she is looking down on you from heaven and is no longer in pain. May God bless you allAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-21759199238349623302010-07-10T21:20:50.751-07:002010-07-10T21:20:50.751-07:00I always enjoyed you and your brothers coming in t...I always enjoyed you and your brothers coming in to see Dr. Brell when you were small. I know how much you are loved and will be missed by family and friends. God will take care of you now, and my Prayers are with your family and friends.Terrinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-89333581368021993292010-07-10T21:15:56.173-07:002010-07-10T21:15:56.173-07:00I didn't know Stephanie, but felt compelled to...I didn't know Stephanie, but felt compelled to leave a message of sympathy to her family and friends. Reading a few lines from this blog is a testament to God's presence in her life. She is now resting with him, free. God bless all of you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-4085418081889015802010-07-10T21:01:08.924-07:002010-07-10T21:01:08.924-07:00I'm deeply saddened to hear of Stephanie's...I'm deeply saddened to hear of Stephanie's passing. Thoughts and prayers to family and friends.Joshnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5308614080275811233.post-28003070525086206182010-07-10T20:59:05.055-07:002010-07-10T20:59:05.055-07:00One set of footprints and no pain now. Step will b...One set of footprints and no pain now. Step will be missed by many but never forgotten. She is coaching the Lord's team right now.Thank You Jesus for sharing such a wonderful person with us. We know you will take good care of her.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com