As I heard the news of Stephanie's seizures, I started to pray for her healing. The last Sunday she was in church she sat behind me in the last row with Marveline. I did not know she was there until it was time to sing for the invitation. When she started singing I heard that beautiful voice praising God. As I left church that day I told Brother Ken that I hoped that they got answers on with the Dr. visit on Monday in Houston. I say all of this because I could not imagine what our church or children or I could do without her. I needed her as everyone else did. I have prayed and begged God to leave her here for us. I know he has a better plan. I know that She is better off. I know that she is leading songs of Praise in heaven now. So now I pray that God will comfort me, our church family and her family. Without him we can't continue. Thanks for being an example to follow to Stephanie. I will miss your beautiful voice and your laugh, but most of all your beautiful spirit.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014

I am so saddened to hear about Stephanie. We were friends in High School. She was such a sweet girl with a kind and generous spirit, great sense of humor, and always fun to be around. What a tremendous loss. My prayers are with her family and friends during this difficult time.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Every Sunday morning as I listened to her sing and watched her direct the choir, I never could help but notice how perfectly tailored she always looked - with the perfect dress and matching accessories. And the PERFECT shoes. She wore the BEST selection of heels I've ever seen a woman wear besides my own mother. I once commented to her that her closet must look like a department store because I had never seen her wear the same outfit twice. And that's a fact. She always looked so beautiful every Sunday morning. And so it is fitting that 2 Corinthians 5:2 is a verse that popped right off the pages to me. "We grow weary in our present bodies, and we long for the day when we will put on our heavenly bodies like new clothing." Oh, Mrs. Stephanie, that verse was written for you.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Mrs. Ellzey impacted this community in a bigger way than we realized. It is in her passing, that we recognize the infections of her love and friendship.
She inspired me to pursue music when I felt like I had no reason to do so. She showed me that children are worth our day-in and day-out devotion. Without her, my students would not know a Ms. Grantham. Without her, I would not have had the courage to move forward with the steps that brought me here.
She was a beautiful woman that devoted her life to loving the Lord and serving His people. Her death is our loss, but it is her greatest gain. We love you Mrs. Ellzey.
May the Lord grant rest upon your family, and help us all to heal by the peace and righteousness of God.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Stephanie's presence will be greatly missed. She was definitely an angel on Earth and we know she's singing in Heaven!

Praying for comfort, healing, and strength for the entire Ellzey family. We love you!
Wednesday, January 15, 2014