Michelle “Shell” Stiefvater Perrone, 59, of Stephens City, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center.

Born on December 23, 1966, in Hackensack, New Jersey, Michelle was the daughter of the late John Stiefvater and Teresa (Dobler) Stiefvater. She was a graduate of Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English. On March 20, 1993, she married the love of her life, Ron Perrone, in Leesburg, Virginia.

A devoted homemaker, Michelle found her greatest joy in caring for her family and creating a warm home. She had a passion for cooking, especially for her family and friends, and gardening. Michelle had a deep and strong faith for the Lord, attending Grace Lutheran Church for 25 years and as an active member of Bethel Lutheran Church.

Michelle is survived by her beloved husband of 33 years, Ron Perrone; her son, John Perrone of Stephens City, VA, her daughter, Nicole Perrone of Stephens City, VA; and her son, Nathan Perrone, and his wife Katen Perrone, of Hedgesville, WV, and their daughters, Addelina, Natalia, and Josephina Perrone.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Russell Howell-Stiefvater.

Michelle gave each person love, life, and light. She was the sunshine in everyone’s life, expressing deep care and empathy to all. She expressed her love through cooking and baking. Michelle was a proud wife, mother, and Nonna. She was happy. Her soul is at peace and her legacy will live on through each of us.

Memorial servcie will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 11am with a meal to follow at Bethel Lutheran Church in Winchester.

In lieu of flowers, for donations to be made to
Sinclair Health Clinic https://www.sinclairhealthclinic.org/donate/
Blue Ridge Hospice https://blueridgecare.org/
In addition, we encourage you to donate to the Heart, Kidney, Diabetes, and/or Mental Health Foundation of your choosing.