Obituary
Stephanie Jo Hass
Stephanie Jo Torgeron Hass, 43, went to heaven on Sunday, October 2, 2016.
She was born August 22, 1973 to Wayne and Rita (Ostrem) Torgerson.
She graduated from West Salem High School in 1991. She lived for her children and their many adventures and activities, whether it was fishing, wrestling, football, band, dramas or band/choir concerts. She loved her job and family at Kaplan University, and also enjoyed selling batterfried cheese curds at fests and celebrations throughout the area during the summer. Everyone loved her infectious laugh and smile. She was famous for her amazing baked good, desserts and especially her French Silk Pie.
Stephanie is survived by her 3 children, Troy Hass (age 15), Thea Hass (age 17), and Harrison Pellowski (age 4). Her mom and step-dad, Rick and Rita (Ostrem) Selin and her sister, Rikka (Brent) Hancock. Her nephews, Steven (Darrien), Zachary, Darren, Dominic, Timothy and Brandon Hancock. Her nieces, Sara, Ashlee, Allison, Gloria, and Julianna Hancock, Laura and Becky Indahl, Emmie Curran, and Judy Hanson. Her step-brothers, Tim (Julie), Brad (Tessa) and Jason Selin. Step-sister, Michelle (Samuel) Kiger. Her Cousins, John (Sarah) Torgerson, Eric (Deidre) Torgerson, Kevin (Brooke) Cornell, Mark Cornell, Brad (Kelly) Ostrem, Brent (Tabitha) Ostrem, Tracey (Dave) Trussoni, Jason (Kristi) Puent, Jessica (Chad) Conrad, Sueann and Geraldine Zebell, and Leann (Gilberto) Morales. Aunts and Uncles, David Torgerson, Ralph (Margaret) Torgerson, Judy Torgerson, Hazel (Herbie) Cornell, Roland (Linda) Ostrem, Becky (Ed) Puent, Richard Ostrem, Anna (Jerry) Zebell, and Dianne Loomis.
She was preceded in death by her father, Wayne Steven Torgerson, infant brother, Troy Torgerson, and her grandparents, Hjalmer and Velva Torgerson; and Tilfred and Velma Ostrem.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 8 at Coulee Region Cremation Group, 133 Mason Street, Onalaska. Pastor Mark Gilbert will officiate. Visitation will be held from 12:00 pm until the time of the service. Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family! I am so sorry for your loss. Stephanie was a beautiful person inside and out. She always was the highlight of my morning with her beautiful smile and upbeat attitude. She will be missed by so many. I am glad that I had the opportunity to know and work with her. I just wish she knew how much we all loved her. She will forever remain in my heart!
Teresa Netzer
Friend and Co-worker.
My deepest condolences to Stephanie’s family at this time. May her soul rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family and all of her friends! Stephanie was an amazing human being who had a smile for every single person she met. She brought so much joy and happiness to the lives she touched. Her attitude was infectious and admirable! She will be missed by so many. I am blessed to have known her and work with her. She will live on in my heart!
Monica McQuade
Family and friends, my heart goes out to you. My deepest sympathies. I didn’t know Stephanie well but what I do know is she was always a pleasure to be around. We first met at work when I was putting together a dance skit for a Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser Logistics Health sponsors close to Halloween. What fun we had, lots of laughs, and she was awesome! We did a dance to Happy Feet, so yes we dressed up as penguins.
Stephanie will truly be missed. Sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you . . .
Debbie White
Co-worker
I am very sorry for your loss. I went to elementary school in Galesville with Stephanie and was very sad to hear of her passing. We would run into each other once and awhile and chit chat like we had never lost touch.
She will be missed!!!
My thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Stephanie was such a joy to be around, always smiling and telling good stories. Running in to her was always a good 30 minute stop no matter where we were. She was always smiling and that laugh was so infectious. I will miss your mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, friend, she will always have a special place in my heart.
Dear Stephanie’s family,
I want to thank you for letting us know your wonderful Stephanie. She had a passion for our students and knew the importance of her job. She had a spit fire way about her that made me smile. It was her heart I respected and valued most. Sending so many prayers your way and love as big as from here in Italy to you in Onalaska. I am so truly sorry for your loss and wish I could be there in person to mourn with you and honor this wonderful woman.
My sincere condolences,
Asha Bianca
Thea, Troy, Harrison and the rest of Stephanie’s family,
I am so sorry for your incredible loss. Stephanie was a bright spot in so many people’s lives at Kaplan. We had a lot of wonderful memories, that I will cherish. May God’s peace that transcends all understanding be with each of you in the coming days, weeks and months ahead. You have my prayers and love!!