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Lyndsay Chisholm Obituary

Lyndsay Jo Hendrixson Chisholm, 28, of Farmington, NH, formerly of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2012. Lyndsay Jo was born October 27, 1983, in Pomona, California, daughter of Joe and Bobbie Graff Hendrixson. She graduated from Washburn Rural High School in 2002, and Texas Christian University with her Bachelors of Science degee in nursing in 2006. Lyndsay Jo was currently employed at Wentworth Douglas Hospital as an ICU Nurse. She was recently accepted into the Kansas University Medical School for Nurse Anesthesia and Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program. Lyndsay Jo was united in marriage to Matthew Chisholm on June 1, 2007, at the historical YWCA in Fort Worth, Texas. Lyndsay Jo is survived by her husband Matthew Chisholm and their loving dog, Juneau, Farmington, NH; parents, Joe and Bobbie Hendrixson, Topeka; brother, Caleb Hendrixson, Topeka; father and mother-in-law, Terry and Cheryl Chisholm, Petoskey, MI; brothers and sister-in-law, Michael Chisholm, Denver, CO; Timothy (Chantel) Chisholm, Petoskey, MI; three nieces, Avarie, Aliviah and Ansley; one nephew, Sage; and a large loving family of aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by an infant sibling and grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Graff and Art & Loretta Hendrixson. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2012, at West Side Christian Church, 432 SW Lindenwood Ave., Topeka. Cremation will follow services, family inurnment will be at a later date at Penwell-Gabel Cemetery. Lyndsay Jo will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2012, at Penwell-Gabel Southwest Chapel, 3700 Wanamaker Road, Topeka, where the family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Family suggests expressions of sympathy be made in the form of memorials to National Public Radio Foundation, Dept. 6054, Washington, DC 20042-6054. To leave the family a special message online, visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com. Lyndsay Jo Chisholm

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2012.

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Dona Marshbank

January 11, 2012

I just learned of your loss today. There are no words... Please know that you are all thought of and loved during your time of need. Prayers are with you all.

Dona and Andrea

Rose Shooulders

January 9, 2012

I was saddened to hear of your loss. You all are in my prayers.

Peggy Kelly

January 8, 2012

Bobbie, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I did not kow Lyndsay but can only imagine that she was a full of life and fun as you always have been. A sad loss for the world. You and your family are in my prayers.

Mary Rohde

January 8, 2012

My thoughts are with Matt and LJ's family at this time of great loss. LJ will be missed teribly at WDH. I will always think of her with a smile - we had so many silly times together. She was a very special woman - who will always be in my heart. Love you LJ.

Tonya Campbell

January 8, 2012

Matt, Joe, Bobbie, and Caleb,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the opportunity to meet Lyndsay Jo only once but she was so very warm and kind, just like her parents. What wonderful teachers Joe and Bobbie are to teach their children to be so caring. I cannot imagine how difficult this time must be. I will be thinking of and praying for you all. God Bless You.

Dona Booe

January 8, 2012

Bobbie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember how proud you were of all of Lyndsay's accomplishments. The stories you shared of a young and precious child growing up made all of us smile as we worked alongside you. I know this must be the most difficult time. I will be thinking of you and your family.

Boyd Jantzen

January 7, 2012

Bobbie and Joe
I was sadden to hear of the passing of your daughter Lyndsay. She was always kind and had a smile. I remember one hot summer day she brought me a glass of water as she was sure that it was too hot for me. I remember her coming to watch her brother play soccer. My heart goes out to you all.
Boyd Jantzen

Kirt & Julie Saville

January 7, 2012

We so are so sad to hear about Lyndsay Jo. She was a very special person, so kind and gentle. We're thankful we were able to get to know her during her brief sojourn on earth. Our prayers are with you that you may be comforted.

Sarah Murphy

January 7, 2012

LJ, you will you be greatly missed by all from CCU at WDH. It was a pleasure to work with such a beautiful & intelligent woman. My heart goes out to Matt, the rest of the family, and also our CCU family. We will always remember & miss your smiling face.

Ellen Masse RN CCU WDH

January 7, 2012

I am humbled to have had the privilege of
working with, and getting to know LJ over the
last couple years. Her caring compassion for her
patients and coworkers speaks to the heart that
was LJ, and her wit, charm and humor made one
look forward to spending time with her. Our
WDH family has suffered a great loss, which no
doubt pales in comparrison to the loss Matt and
the rest of the family is enduring. Our hearts are
breaking with yours. Love and prayers to you all.

Christine

January 6, 2012

My heart goes out to LJ's family and friends at this time of loss. She will be greatly missed but forever remembered in those she has touched as briefly that might be.

January 6, 2012

Bobbie & Family;

I am sad to hear of the loss of your beloved daughter Lyndsay. May God watch over you as you mourn her passing.

Hugs,

Tracy Gamino

Patty Galloway

January 6, 2012

My Mom and I met LJ on her very first day working on the floor at WDH. She had just driven up from Texas with her dog. She was also my Mom's nurse in the ICU in early December. LJ's lovely smile and calm, caring manner helped get my mother through her stay and back home to us. Just knowing that LJ was taking care of her made me feel secure about leaving for the night. My Mom is at home with hospice care now. Perhaps she'll be back in LJ's loving hands soon. Mr. and Mrs. Hendrixson, I'm sure you realize what a gift your daughter was to this world. My entire family is grateful for your wonderful daughter. She will always hold a special place in our thoughts and our hearts.

Viviana

January 6, 2012

LJ you Will truly be missed, you we're such a great part of our team in CCU. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless.

Judy Austin RN

January 6, 2012

I did not know Lyndsay nor any of her family but my heart breaks for your loss. What a beautiful, talented young lady. She will live on in your hearts forever. May the support and comfort of family and friends sustain you through the difficult days ahead and may tender memories remain.

amanda

January 6, 2012

LJ you will missed greatly by all who knew you. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family!

James mother

January 6, 2012

Bobbie,
So sorry to hear the sad news about Lyndsay. My heart goes out to you for your precious loss. I too, have felt the unbearable pain of losing a child, at 26. Suddenly, your whole world has changed! But, remembering all the wonderful times you shared together will always comfort you. And at times such as this, may the God of Love, who never causes what is bad to happen, sustain you with His promise of Hope! By asking, He will give you the power beyond what is normal to sustain you thru your intense sadness.

Sallye Wilkinson

January 5, 2012

With deepest sympathy and prayers for courage in the coming weeks and months.

January 5, 2012

Bobbie, Joe, Matt and Caleb-

Words can never adequately express human emotion, especially the depth of emotion you must be feeling right now. We never had the honor to know Lyndsay in this life, although we heard many positive attributes she exhibited in life. Words fails us. There are so many questions as to why a life so young would be extinguished before fully lived. There must be a reason. As Scripture says, all things work together for good for those who love him. At a time such as this, it's hard to figure out the good. After all, this must seem like an excrutiatingly difficult pain to bear. Please know you and your entire family are in our prayers and will be in the coming days, weeks and months.

Love Always,

Marc and Julie Anderson

Alice Landers

January 5, 2012

Dear Bobbie, Joe and Caleb:

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, and His love and the love of family and friends carry you through your grieving. Many prayers coming your way.

Cornelia Jeffery

January 5, 2012

My heartfelt comdolances. May you find strength and comfort in beautiful memories.

Ken Ticknor

January 5, 2012

Lyndsay was one of the finest people I have ever known. I was her orchestra teacher in high school, and when she entered the class, her smile lit up the room. Her gentle sweet soul was evident in the way she led her life every single day.All of us are better because she touched our lives. Her time with us was way too short, but her presence made a huge difference. I, and many others, will always carry her deep in our hearts.

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