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Kristine Markarin Obituary

Woodbourne - Kristine Ann Markarin, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 13, 2007 at home. She was 29.

The daughter of Peter Conti and Eugenia Morseman Hultz, she was born on May 26, 1978 in Brooklyn, N.Y. Kris attended Fallsburg Central School and graduated in 1996. She met the love of her life, Greg Markarin and they were married in Fallsburg, N.Y. She spoke four different languages which included Italian, Spanish, Armenian and English. She was also a computer wiz and loved cooking. She was the best "Mom" and liked fishing, antique cars, and antiquing.

Kris leaves behind her loving husband of 12 years, Greg at home; two sons, Gregory Jr. and Alexander also at home; her mother, Gene Hultz, and her husband Tom of Woodbourne; her father, Peter Conti and his companion, Mary of Pennsylvania; two brothers, Peter Jr. and his wife Teresa of Arizona; John T. and his wife Cindy Haad of Pennsylvania; one sister, Geraldine Gorton and her husband Keith of Grahamsville; mother-in-law, Virginia Markarin and brother-in-law, Jeff Markarin both of Glen Wild; paternal grandparents, Frank and Grace Conti of Pennsylvania; two nieces, two nephews, many friends and cousins.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 16 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Colonial Memorial Funeral Home, 396 State Route 52, Woodbourne, N.Y.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 17 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home.

Cremation will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gregory and Alexander Markarin, 737 Benton Hollow Road, Woodbourne, NY.

Arrangements are under the direction of Colonial Memorial Funeral Home. For further info. please call 845-434-7363 or visit our website at colonialbryantfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Times Herald-Record on Oct. 15, 2007.

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Heather Gibson (Rexford)

October 25, 2007

I too graduated with Kristine. Greg and family-I have been praying for you since I heard the tragic news. I'm sure that her spirit will continue to shine through your children.
I am sorry, and speak on behalf of our entire class when I tell you that she will not be forgotten.

Debra Vanderpyle

October 23, 2007

Kristine,
you will always be so dear to me, missed everyday,but always remembered for the joy you gave,the joy you'll always give, the heart full of happiness,
love and inspiration, the respect you gave to other's and most of all your amazing ability to shine, even when saddened.. I love you and will carry you in my heart always. thank you for the wonderful memories and the inspiration through out the years,Yet your time was far from now and were saddened by the loss, your love and strength will shine in our hearts always.. We all love you and miss you dearly..
Love always,
Your friend forever,

Debra

Debra Vanderpyle

October 19, 2007

Greg,gregory,alex and family, I'm sorry for your loss, and mine as well, it's been so long, and I love you all and love kristine always, sometimes our paths in life lead us away from the ones we love, but I've always thought of kristine and the great times, and was surprised and very lost when I heard. Please contact me, and let me know if I can do anything.. Love ya's.. greg, we all had so many laughs and great times in high school, and your in my prayers.. Love always, Debbie Vanderpyle. Please call me, 845-820-7487"remember her as the woman she'll always be..god bless

Kristy Gonsher

October 18, 2007

Greg, Gregory, Alex, Mom, Tom & the rest of the family. My heart goes out to you all. If there is anything you need, please count on me. I loved Kris like she was my sister. You will always be family to me. I will miss her so much!! She will live on our hearts and I hope that it will help heal us all. There are so many good times we had, dont forget them. I love you all..

DELLA RODRIGUEZ (A.K.A.-Mann)

October 18, 2007

Dear Greg & family,
So sorry to hear about your sudden loss. My heart goes out to you all. She was a great person, even when we were in school together. If you should need anything let me know. Again sorry for your loss.

Cindy Haab

October 16, 2007

Dear Greg, Gregory, Alex, Jeannie, Tom, Pete, Geri, Keith, Peter, Teresa, and John,
Even though I only met Kris twice, her kind hearted manner and opened arms will always be fondly remembered. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I am so sorry for your loss.

Mark & Joyce Ostroff

October 16, 2007

Jeanie,Tommy,& Family
We were devastated to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Greg and the children

Stacy And Rodney and family Shillingburg

October 16, 2007

Greg and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies in your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts

Jermetria T Lacey

October 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I graduated with Kristine and she was a wonderful person.

Carrie-Ann Wood

October 15, 2007

Gene, Tom, Geri and the rest of your family....I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray that God will give you the strength that you need. Be strong...Kris wouldn't want it any other way.

Eric, Elisa, Sydney & Spencer Brown

October 15, 2007

Alex, Gregory Jr. & Greg - Please always remember;"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die". All of our thoughts and prayers be with you.

Lynn Kathcart

October 15, 2007

Gregg,
So sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lynn Kathcart

Mary-Alice Burger

October 15, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Mary-Alice Burger

October 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ginny & Chris Crowfoot

October 15, 2007

Our prayers are with your family. God grant you all peace and strength over the coming period of time.

John Cascone

October 15, 2007

My heart goes out to Greg, Gregory Jr. and Alex - I am so sorry for your sudden & tragic loss. Please accept my deepest symapthies. Kristine, you will be missed by many.

Kim Swedis

October 15, 2007

Kris, For over ten years you have always been there with a smile and happiness. My girls will miss Aunt KiKi. We will miss you always and forever. The Swedis Family.

laraine regina

October 15, 2007

kristine you were like a daughter to me.i am so sorry for your family's loss.we will miss your happy ways,and your smile.sal& laraine regina.

Kristy Gonsher

October 15, 2007

Kris.. My side kick, What am I going to do with out you? 20 plus years is a long time. I wish it never had to come to an end. You will always be in my heart. My heart goes out to your family. I love you and hope your at peace. You will be missed dearly!! XOXOXOXO

The Staff of Colonial Memorial Funeral Home

October 15, 2007

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