Woodbury - Mrs. Stephanie Welty of Woodbury passed away on July 25, 2015 at Waterbury Hospital after a six year struggle with kidney disease. She was born on November 24, 1958 in White Plains, New York. She leaves behind her husband of 35 years, Jim. She also leaves behind two daughters, Abigail Rose and Emma Rebekah, both of Boston, Massachusetts.
She was known fondly as "Miss Stephanie" to the children of The Community Chapel (Southbury) where her husband is the pastor. Stephanie and Jim founded The Community Chapel in 1987, and she taught for many years in the church's children's program. Mrs. Welty was also a beloved local piano teacher for over ten years. She was also known as a creative person and enjoyed sharing her crafts with her children and friends. Her creativity inspired her to start a small jewelry business called the Cracked Bead.
Her friends knew her as a kind, compassionate and wise woman, who had a deep faith in God. She had a gift for hospitality, and anyone who would visit her home would feel like family.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to make memorial contributions to The Community Chapel's Building Fund, 122 South Pomperaug Ave. Woodbury, CT. 06798

Cemetery: Cemetery Not Applicable

Location: Munson-Lovetere Woodbury

Funeral: United Church of Christ

Services: A memorial service will be held in her honor on Saturday August 1, 2015 at 1: 30 p.m. at The United Church of Christ, 283 Main St North, Southbury. Interment will be private.