Stephanie Askew Bergmeyer, a resident of Franklin, Tennessee, has died at the age of 43. According to her published obituary, Stephanie passed away at her home on July 4, 2026. Her death has brought sadness to her family, friends, colleagues, and others who knew her throughout her life.
Stephanie was born on April 3, 1983, in Raleigh, North Carolina. She later pursued higher education at Clemson University before attending Vanderbilt Law School. Her education led her into a career in law, a profession that was an important part of her life. The obituary also notes the friendships she maintained with people she met during her years at Clemson and through her professional work, including friends at the Attorney General’s office.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Stephanie was remembered especially for her devotion to her daughter, Natalie. Family was central to her life, and she also cherished the relationships she built with friends and loved ones. Her interests included music, comedy, travel, and history.
One of Stephanie’s favorite activities was traveling with Natalie. The two had visited England and France together and enjoyed learning about the history and culture of the places they visited. They had also recently spent a long weekend together in New York, creating memories that her family will continue to treasure.
Stephanie is survived by her daughter, Natalie Bergmeyer; her parents, Steve and Ronette Askew; her sister, Marie Trenhaile, and Marie’s husband, Jeremy; and cousins Ava and Madeline Trenhaile.
A Celebration of Life was scheduled for August 1, 2026, at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park in Franklin, Tennessee. The family has invited those wishing to honor Stephanie’s memory to consider donations to a charity or cause of their choice.
Stephanie Askew Bergmeyer will be remembered for her love of family, friendships, law, music, travel, and the many meaningful memories she created with those closest to her.