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FISHER, Kristen Elizabeth 38, the beloved daughter, of Tom and Cindy Fisher of Springfield and Charleston, SC and Karen Haley of Springfield, OH. At her father's side, Kristen peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior after a two-year courageous battle with cancer. She was a 1992 graduate of North High School. Earlier this year, Kristen was working as a teacher at Wright State University while pursuing her Master's Degree in English with specific emphasis on creative writing. She maintained a 4.0 GPA. In March 2011 she received her B.A. in English from Wright State. Kristen loved to write stories and she also loved the water. She really enjoyed the time she worked and went to school in Santa Monica, CA where she was able to make frequent visits to the Pacific beaches. During one summer, off the coast of Mexico and serving as a teaching assistant for a marine biology class she often spoke how great it was to swim with dolphins and hear the whales spouting water. While in Ohio, she liked to spend time on Pelee Island, Ontario, Canada in Lake Erie. Kristen also enjoyed visiting her father and step-mother in SC, where she would often ask to go to the Atlantic beaches. She leaves behind stepsiblings, Sara Beckett, Tina Hall, Steven Faris. Her special friends, Joel Campbell, Connie Sherowski, Stacey Groh, Jennifer Demmien-Jones and Dan Stanley will also sadly miss her as well as many other friends to numerous to mention. Her wish was for cremation with scattering of ashes in the Pacific.... this will be accomplished. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of contributions or memorials, Kristen asked that each of her friends do something nice for each other and for their loved ones in her memory. Arrangements are by Conroy Funeral Home.
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Some had the distinguished pleasure of knowing Kristen well; others were just lucky enough to have met her once. Yet all whose paths crossed hers can rest assured Kristen is present in the wonders of each and every day.
Loving energy is infinite.
Vanessa
November 29, 2019
I miss you so much. Continuing to search for the answer why you are gone. There is so much I wanted to say.... really didn't think you would go..... Just hoping to see you again. Xoxo
April 4, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Kristen's passing. We took a poetry class together, and I remember how wonderful her poems were. She was a brilliant, kind, and nurturing teacher and scholar. We are all diminished by her passing.
Mary Coyle
January 11, 2013
Kristen,
I have thought of you every single day since we last spoke. You will never leave my thoughts. I will carry your courage and creativity in my heart forever.
Nancy Brewer
January 10, 2013
Lindsey Owens-Koval
December 21, 2012
I miss you, Kristen. XO
December 20, 2012
I'm very sad to hear this. Kristen and my daughter, Sarah Cartwright, were good friends at Snowhill and even though we lost track of Kristen after moving to FL, we have wonderful memories of times in the house on St Paris Pike ...I'm so sorry for everyone who is close to her and hurt by this loss..
Diane Villeneuve
December 19, 2012
Kristen,
Feeling your spirit in each act of kindness given and received, and sending thoughts of peace to Joel, your family and friends.
Vanessa & Nick
December 15, 2012
We are thinking of you lots at this sad time Joel. Kristen was such a fun and beautiful person. The island and all her friends will miss her tons. Hope to see you soon.
Devon Truax
December 11, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Kristen's passing. Our prayers are with you. Janet Horn and Kari (Horn) Daulton
December 9, 2012
So sorry to hear of Kristen's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and comfort you.
Cheri Milledge
December 9, 2012
Joel, so sorry to hear of Kristen's passing. She was a wonderful person. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Kirk Gardner
December 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Kristen's family and friends at this time, she was such an amazing person to be around. We had a lot of great times spent with her and Joel on Pelee Island. She will truly be missed by so many. All of the memories of Kristen Fisher will live on through us all...
Aaron & Jen Pearson
December 8, 2012
I can't believe you're gone...taken way too soon. The only explanation I can think of is that God wants heaven to be a better place. Kristen was a creative, talented, kind, beautiful true friend to so many. I am truly devistated by this tragedy and know in my heart you're in a better place.
Jennifer Jones
December 7, 2012
Tom and Cindy, my love, thoughts and ever friendship is with you every moment of every day. My family will do something niice for others and always keeping Kristen
Tonya,Bill & Gabe Younk
December 7, 2012
To know Kristen was to love her. She was an inspiration to everyone she met - kind, funny, determined and brave. She will be missed. My thoughts are with you Joel, family and friends.
Linda Blosser
December 7, 2012
Joel, I am so sad to hear of Kristens passing. She was truly an inspiration to me thru her battle with cancer. We are so blessed to have people like her be willing to give of herself to the good of fellow cancer patients! Love and prayers Beth O'Brien (Research Nurse)
Beth OBrien
December 6, 2012
My fondest memory of Kristen is of her sitting on the floor in my living room reading the childrens story that she had written to my kids. It was the next day that she was diagnosed. Kristen to me is strength, friendship, dedication, love, laughter and inspiration. Heartfelt sympathies to Kristen's family, Joel and her beloved Rocco. Gonna miss you so much!!
Shawnda, Richard & Kids
December 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Kristen's family during this difficult time. Her smile and joy for life touched each of us.
Dr. Filix and staff
December 6, 2012
Remembering her smile and laughter and thinking of your family...
Jennifer Launder
December 6, 2012
I only knew Kristen for a short time but she was such a sweet person, a true fighter and inspiration. It was an honor to help care for her. She will be greatly missed by all.
Kim PCA @ Stefanie Spielman Center
December 6, 2012
Her smile. Her laughter. Her joy. Her ability to liven anything. Her stories. Her beauty. Her amazing style. Her always open ear, advice & friendship. I'm heartbroken & all I want to do is pick up the phone & call her. There will never come a day where Kristen won't be missed by many. She filled so many hearts with love!
Connie Sherowski
December 6, 2012
Kristen's friendship brightened our lives. Her presence on Pelee, has been, and now always will be, greatly missed. We love her.
Grant and Deb Crawford
December 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.I went to high School with her. So sad to happen at 38 years young.
Mike Rose
December 6, 2012
I will miss Kristen's laughter and smile and her creative spirit. She was talented, charming, funny, warm and a wonderful friend. lots of love always.
kate mcgregor
December 6, 2012
Kristen was a beautiful young lady with eyes that lit up when she smiled. Peace to you Kristen and to your family.
Lynn
December 6, 2012
You were such a bundle of joy---We on Pelee will miss you so much. R.I. P. Kristen
George& Audrey Malloch
December 5, 2012
I remember Kristen, her beautiful smile, and bubbly personality from her elementary days at Snowhill. I pray for peace and healing for her family.
Snowhill Retired Librarian
Lucille Cronin
December 5, 2012
I feel honored to have known Kristen, to have tasted her cooking, to have laughed with her, and to have been blessed with her friendship. I will never forget her. My sympathy to her loved ones and her baby, Rocco. I love you Kristen. You are the best.
December 5, 2012
Kristen, you will be greatly missed. I will never forget your friendship, you are such an inspiration.
Katie DiGiovanni
December 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to all of Kristen's family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Diane Stupp
December 5, 2012
Kristen will always be a big part of my childhood memories. Her courage and strength and brilliance were most inspirational.
Cary Hanosek
December 5, 2012
Kristen was one of a kind.The best kind. May she never be forgotten and may she rest in eternal peace.
Eddie & Lucy Ulliman
December 5, 2012
You will be forever missed, I bid you the peace your transcendent spirit deserves.
nancy mitchell
December 5, 2012
Kristen will always be remembered for her warm and lively spirit and great sense of humour. She was a fantastic person and will be sadly missed, yet her memory will always live on.
Matthew Costello
December 5, 2012
R.I.P. Kristen. I remember all the fun times we had as teenagers, misbehaving and running away from home. But we were always smiling. You will be missed by everyone who knew you. You were way too young to leave this world and I'm sorry God took you in such an awful way. You are now an angel. Spread your wings and fly. xox
AYESHA SIDDIQI
December 5, 2012
my thoughts and prayers are with the family...she will always be remembered..I went to high School with her...love.that lady
marci Thurman
December 5, 2012
I will always remember the fun times we had as childhood friends; never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and cherished friends.
Denee' (Patterson) Kochersperger
December 5, 2012
My sympathy to Joel and Kristen's family. I know she and Joel shared a special relationship and he will miss her greatly.
December 5, 2012
What an enterprising young lady Kristen was! She had so many memorable experiences throughout her short life and is to be admired for her stoicism the last couple of years. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Kelly Milledge
December 5, 2012
Kristen, you brought many people happiness, laughter, and adventure into their lives. I am truly sorry to see you leave this world so soon.
Harter Jackson
December 5, 2012
God bless.
Angie
December 5, 2012
I hold many,many childhood memories spent with Tom and Kristen. May God comfort all of you during this time.
Julie (Pritchett) Trice
December 5, 2012
Kristen will truly be missed, was glad to have seen her at the class reunion. Sending my prayers to all family and friends close to Kristen.
Susan (Larason) Kohler
December 5, 2012
Rest in Peace my friend.You will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all your Island friends.
Jay Nageleisen
December 5, 2012
Kristen will be deeply missed and always remembered on Pelee. We will always cherish the memories we had with her.
Dave & Charl Malloch
December 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of those who will miss Kristen most. Praying for the Lord to bring you comfort like only He can.
Devon Howe
December 5, 2012
So sorry for Kristen's untimely death. A life too short with so much more to give to the world. Jim and I extend our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Fritzie Calabrese Hagan
December 5, 2012
Kristin was an amazing spirit whose smile was infectious. I loved spending time with her on Pelee and will miss her so very much.
Sue Williams
December 5, 2012
D Fain
December 5, 2012
In memorium to an especially courageous spirit, creative woman, giving family member, and most generous friend to her dearest friends.
Clayton Lowe
December 5, 2012
Kristen... I don't know you but your joyful fun loving spirit lives through my friends... Tina, Connie and Danny... U have obviously impacted their life by showing friendship and love. They as well as we, who have not had a chance to know you, say a special prayer for you~ Soar through the clouds, feel the soft on your skin, know that we are only troubled within.... Because we will miss you for own selfish reasons but we know you will carry our <3 through all seasons.
Tiffany Bunnell
December 4, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Kristen was always full of life with a loving heart. My thoughts an prayers are with friends an family.
Nikki Boldman
December 4, 2012
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