Heather Stengel had a way of making an impact on everyone she met. She made everyone feel important, and she was a true leader and friend in the Miracle Dancers. Heather was always ready to help another student, whether it was learning new choreography, or an encouraging pep talk before hitting the stage. She was a breathtaking dancer, capable of turning and flying across the stage, and had the most graceful arms- you couldn’t help but watch Heather while she danced!

Though Heather faced many health struggles throughout her life, she remained a beacon of light to those around her, always pushing through and trying to see things positively. Life’s challenges did not stop Heather and she made the most of her years, filling her time with dancing, assisting at the studio, furthering her education, and loving her family, friends and pets.

Heather loved the musical Wicked, and there’s one song from that play that is so fitting to remember her by- “For Good”. There’s a line that says, “Because I knew you, I have been changed for good”. The Miracle Dancers have been changed for good because of our sweet Heather!