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Stephanie Mejias
SADS Foundation:Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes Foundation
Fund in Memory of
Stephanie Mejias
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Family and friends have established this memorial fund in Stephanie's honor. The funds raised here will support the families and save the lives of children and young people with heart rhythm abnormalities and help raise awareness of SADS conditions around the world.
Stephanie Mejias, an elementary education and psychology major at The College of New Jersey, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in her sleep on July 27, 2009. With no signs of fatigue or symptoms of any illness, Stephanie was unexpectedly taken away from the ones she loved. She was 19 and would have been a junior this year. Her death quickly ended an opportunity for a dedicated student to help the ones she really cared for: her family, friends and the students she hoped to teach one day. She was also very active in her school and community. She swam for Union High School and also competed for the Cranford Gators swim team in Cranford, N.J. Not only did she turn out to be an accomplished swimmer, she also studied and practiced karate, eventually earning a black belt.
Her sudden death came as a shock to everyone. However, many were quick to show their love and support. The family received a massive response from close friends and sorority sisters during the viewing and funeral, which took place on July 30 and 31, respectively. Even people who were not available to attend the services sent their regards in any way they could. “My daughter was amazing. The viewing was unbelievable. My family and I were baffled by how many people she touched,” Stephanie’s father said. Stephanie truly impacted the people she was around. “What I learned from this whole situation was that you never know how long you have with someone,” Stephanie’s best friend said. “What is even more amazing is how someone as special as Stephanie can truly touch and move you in any way possible.” One of Stephanie’s favorite quotes helps people remember what kind of person she really was: “Do not look back and grieve over the past, for it is gone; and do not be troubled about the future, for it has not yet come. Live in the present, and make it so beautiful that it will be worth remembering.”
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