Stephanie Renee Zentmire

Stephanie Renee Zentmire, age 39, passed away on May 23, 2024, in Palmer AK due to heart failure complications. At the time of her peaceful passing, she was surrounded by loved ones.

Stephanie was a lifelong Alaskan born on January 26th, 1985 in Anchorage, AK. She was a resident of Palmer, AK at the time of her death.

She graduated from East High school in Anchorage Alaska in 2003. She worked in retail, as a pharmacy tech & then found her calling in the hospitality field. She worked at various hotels until she found a home at the Grand View in Wasilla AK as the Assistant Manager.

Stephanie was known for her quick-witted humor, infectious laughter, storytelling/reenactment, and generous spirit. She created lifetime bonds with many friends that she considered family. Music & dancing was something she was passionate about.

She was proud to be a supporter of the LGBTQ community & their rights. Although she did not have any children of her own, she lavished attention on her beloved nieces, nephews & younger cousins. She was known to be a GREAT Cook & could whip up many delicious dishes along w/her signature drink, Champagne. Her beautiful spirit is going to be greatly missed.

She is predeceased by her mother, Kacy Clark & her maternal grandparents Bob & Diane Clark. As well as her cats Boo Boo, Phineas, Aries, & Carly who she referred to as her “kids”.

She is survived by her beloved partner of 18 years, Scott Martin & her cats Lt. Dan, Socks & Cheeto, whom she loved more than life itself.

Her father Jerry Zentmire (Sue), Aunt Kim Zentmire Uncle Rob Zentmire, Grandparents Peggy O'Neil (Burt) and Grandfather Gerald Zentmire Sr. & nephews and nieces.

On her mother’s side, Uncle Steve and Uncle Greg & cousins.

Also surviving are the Rodgers family, stepfather Kenny Rodgers, her grandparents Ann & Ray Rodgers. Her beloved sister Megan Raitto her brother Calvin Rodgers, her Aunt Lisa & Aunt Shelly and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Stephanie on Sunday June 9, 2024 at 2pm at The Government Peak Chalet, 10690 N. Mountain Trails Dr., Palmer, AK. Her ashes will be spread at one of her favorite places, a Kenai bluff overlooking the inlet & Seward, AK.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her honor at any of the cat rescues as she was a huge lover of cats and animals & took in strays and made them her own.