Gabriella Marie Stopper

Gabriella Marie Stopper “Gabbie” age 23, of Wayne passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, February 10, 2022.

Gabbie was born in Morristown and raised in Wayne.  She was the younger of two children to Carl and Patrice Stopper.  Gabriella attended Wayne Valley High School where she played Varsity Soccer.  After graduating with the class of 2017 she enrolled at the New Jersey Dog Grooming Academy in Boonton where she earned her certificate in dog grooming.  Gabbie found work quickly with Corrado’s Pet Market in Wayne where she worked as a dog groomer for about two years.  Gabbie then switched jobs and accepted a position at the Bottle King in Wayne where she remained employed until her passing.

Gabbie loved listening to Eclectic Music as well as Rap and had a sincere appreciation for the art of tattooing.  She enjoyed relaxing at home watching television and movies.  Some of her preferred programming were shows such as “Criminal minds” and “Supernatural.”  Over the years Gabbie vacationed yearly with her dad and step-mom to Disney, and as a result, she developed a deep fondness for Disney Movies, some of her favorites being “Alice in Wonderland” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”   And one of her most beloved characters was the Cheshire Cat.  Gabbie also enjoyed traveling, especially by car, to destinations such as New York City and Albany, NY where she would frequently visit with her cousins.  She treasured shopping for shoes and sneakers, and was quite proud of her vast sneaker collection she had amassed over the last few years.

Because Gabbie was a Dog Groomer, it comes as no surprise that she truly cherished animals.  She loved cats and owned five of them.  She loved dogs even more although she never had to opportunity to own one.  Gabbie was deeply spiritual and truly treasured pouring her thoughts out in writing in her personal journals.

But aside from all of Gabbie’s talents, hobbies, and interests, her greatest passion was for her family and friends.  Nothing in the world meant more to Gabbie than spending time with friends and gathering together for family events and holidays.  She adored the holiday season of Thanksgiving and Christmas.  Gabbie was an outgoing girl, always friendly and bubbly and lit up any room when she walked in it.  She was always able to lift someone’s spirits if they were feeling down.  Her sense of humor and her infectious laugh would always bring a smile to the faces of people around her.  If anyone was feeling depressed or sad, just talking to Gabbie or giving her a call could definitely make them feel a little better.  Gabbie was truly a special girl who touched the lives of everyone around her and will be sincerely missed by her family and friends alike.

Gabbie is survived by her mother Patrice Rogoza of Wayne, NJ, her father Carl Stopper and his wife Patricia of Morris Plains, NJ, one sister Brianna Stopper of West Paterson, NJ, her grandparents Carl and Veronica Stopper of Toms River, NJ, four aunts; Kim Tobin and her husband Greg of Westchester, NY, Laura Stopper of Sharon, NY, Mary Jane Swenson of Morris Plains, NJ, Kathleen Hansbury and her husband Sean of Woodbury, NJ, and many cousins including Julia and Kayla Tobin, and countless extended family and friends.

“Even the darkest nights will end and the sun will rise”
One of Gabbie’s favorite quotes.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gabriella’s name may be made to: To Write Love On Her Arms, PO Box 2203, Melbourne, FL 32902, http://www.twloha.com