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Alyssa KRISTOFF Obituary

KRISTOFF, Alyssa Ryan Alyssa Ryan Kristoff, beloved six year old daughter of William and Pamela (Pasay) Kristoff, of Colchester, was received into Jesus's loving embrace in Heaven on Thanksgiving Day (November 25, 2010) with her loving family by her side. She was welcomed into the world on July 20, 2004 in Durham, NC and from that day lived her life with love and laughter. Alyssa will be lovingly remembered for her love of people, music, books and all things purple. Her bright smile and her beautiful soul will truly be missed every day. Alyssa had attended Apple Preschool and was in Mrs. Pepin's Kindergarten class at Colchester Elementary. She recently was able to take her dream trip with her family to meet the Princesses at Disney World, which she absolutely loved and her favorite Princess was Belle. Despite her many medical obstacles, she never complained and her courage and determination were an inspiration to many. In addition to her loving parents, she is survived by two siblings, Ryan and Katherine; her grandparents, Ruth and Martin Kristoff of Glastonbury and Walter and Kathleen Pasay of Lebanon; and numerous extended family members and friends. Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester. Family and friends will be invited to share their memories at 6:30 p.m. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday directly at St. Andrew Church, 128 Norwich Avenue, Colchester. Interment will follow in the New St. Andrew Cemetery, Colchester. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Hunter's Hope Foundation, P.O. Box 643, Orchard Park, NY 14127, Duke PBMT Family Support Program, DUMC Box 3350, 1400 Morreene Road, Durham, NC 27705, CT Childrens Medical Center, 282 Washington St., Hartford 06106 or Make-A-Wish Foundation, P.O. Box 749596, Los Angeles, CA 90074. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the countless people throughout Alyssa's life that helped her to live as full and vibrant a life as she did. For online condolences, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Nov. 28, 2010.

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Roger & Rose Chicoine

December 8, 2010

Dear Pam,Bill,Katie & Ryan
Your sweet little Alyssa had such a short life but left such a legacy, all who knew her loved her, we know what your feeling, our Ronnie & Rochelle are welcoming her & I can see her twirling around in her beautiful princess gown.
Remember she knows how much you miss her,she sees the pain inside your heart, and wants you to be happy for her, & holds you all very dear, and wants you to know, she's spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year. Our deepest sympathy to all your family. Love & Peace
Roger Rose & Family

George Li

December 6, 2010

Dear Bill and Family. Our thoughts are with you. May you gain strenght though this difficult time.

George Li

December 5, 2010

Dear Pam, Bill, Katie, Ryan, and familiy.
My dear sweet Alyssa will forever be in my heart. She made my days so much better. Thank you so much for sharing her with me. Thank you for letting me be a part of her life.

Elise Abel

December 5, 2010

Dear Pam, Bill, Katie, Ryan and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your beautiful little Alyssa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and will continue with you on your difficult journey ahead I hope that you can find some peace and comfort through faith and family and friends. Take Care, Love, Renee, Ron, and Family

Sandra Dennis

December 4, 2010

Dear Family, I didn't know Alyssa but my kindergardener Korhal did she is in the afternoon session we are very saddened that anybody would loose a child so young n so dear, we wish you all the best in your recovery but we know you will never fully recover from this. Try to have a good holiday season and we are truley sorry for your loss
The Dennis family in Colchester

Dayle Coutu

December 3, 2010

Pam, Bill & Family, I feel so blessed to have been able to meet & speak with Alyssa! She truly was a remarkable, charming, radiant, loving little Angel. I'm sending condolences to your family & all those who's lives she made brighter. May you always know she did Great Things for so many in the short time she was here. She will be missed & always remembered. Love & Peace, The Coutu Family

Lisa Courchesne

December 2, 2010

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

Shawn Watrous

December 2, 2010

Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your precious Alyssa. Our thoughts are with your family during this time.
Sincerely,
The Watrous Family

Beth Bechard

December 1, 2010

Remembering Alyssa with love, tears, and laughter, Know I am thinking of all of you. She was so loved.

December 1, 2010

Dear Bill, Pamela and family, our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you all in your time of extreme loss of your beautiful little girl, Alyssa. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead through wonderful memories and knowing that she is now with God in perfection forever. With Deepest Heartfelt,Sympathy, The CT Collins Engineer Group

Angelique frickus

December 1, 2010

Dear Kristoff family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult and hard time...

With love,
Angelique, Jaydan and Angel Dylan from Holland

Robin

November 30, 2010

Pam, Bill, Katie and Ryan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Beautiful Alyssa is now with all the other angels!!! She was such a vibrant sparkling little girl and it was our HONOR to have gotten to know her over the last few years at her Auntie Sharon's house. With Love,
Robin, Bob, Ethan and Mason Newton

Jim & Sheila Richards

November 30, 2010

Kristoff Family, Our condolences to your family and prayers to Alyssa now that she is in Gods warm hands.

Kristin Tingey

November 30, 2010

Pam and Bill, Katie and Ryan,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember our daughter, Kayla, playing with Alyssa at Sharon's house - I remember them chasing each other around the house laughing hysterically. What a joy Alyssa was! Love, The Tingeys

Bill Fryer

November 30, 2010

Bill and the Kristoff Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Alyssa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bill & Kelley Fryer

November 30, 2010

Dear Pam,
I am so sorry for your loss. Alyssa was a joy each time I would see her, always smiling! Ben always called her my friend Alyssa, he really cared for her. One day they will meet again in Heaven...Nancy Groeger

Paul McGuinness

November 29, 2010

Bill and Pam,

We are heartbroken over the sad news and are thinking about how much you, Katie and Ryan must be missing Alyssa right now. We hope the thought of her, painfree and happy with Jesus is of some comfort to you at this time. "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. And he took the children in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them." Mk 10:14 & 16.

Katherine & Antonio Marcellino

November 29, 2010

Dear Kristoff Family,
We want to extend our sincerely and deepest condolences to you and your extended family for your loss. Our family is praying for you all. God Bless your little girl Alyssa Ryan now and forever.

Erika Cochrane Dr. Rams office

November 29, 2010

Bill, Pam, Katie, and Ryan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Alyssa had such a great spirit. She was such a fighter. She truly brought joy to us every time we saw her. I am so happy that you have such great memories to carry with you into the future. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jennifer Tupper

November 29, 2010

Dear Kristoff Family,
Please accept my deepest sympothy for Alyssa.She was a bright and cheerful little girl.Alyssa will truly be missed.Please know you are in our prayers.
Sincerly,
The Tupper Family

Fayth Herman

November 29, 2010

To the Family of Alyssa,
I had the pleasure of transporting your daughter as a fill in driver. She was always a joy to be around and will greatly be missed. Please know she is in great hands! Jesus makes all things new.

The Wings

November 29, 2010

Our warmest wishes to your family during this difficult time. May you take comfort in all of the happy memories she built in your hearts.

Bob Righenzi

November 29, 2010

May the love of Family and Friends carry you through your grief. God Bless

Diane Gran

November 29, 2010

Bill, Pam, Ryan & Katie.

I am so sorry for your loss! My heart breaks for you all! All my thoughts and prayers are with you! I know you all are very strong heart people! Alyssa was a very very special little girl that touched all our hearts and souls! I know she is a very special angel with god now! She will always be in your hearts forever! If you need anything please do not hestitate to call! See you soon! Hugs to all!

Eddie Chiu

November 29, 2010

I feel so sad to give to a note! Six years ago, I went to work with you
from Baker New York Office to CT office when Alyssa was just born.
She was a brave and a wonderful girl! We are remember her! Eddie Chiu

Sandy Vanase

November 29, 2010

Alyssa will always be smiling to all of us at CDA. We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sandy and Bette

Carrie Rocha

November 29, 2010

To the Kristoff Family,

I am so sorry to hear the news of your young daughter passing. May God give you strength during this difficult time and may your memories provide you with comfort. You are all in my prayers.

Bob & Jen Wright

November 29, 2010

Kristoff Family,

Our condolences to you in this time of sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stephanie Mangafakis

November 29, 2010

My deepest Condolences go out to your family during this time. I did not know Alyssa but she would say hello to me when I would see her getting on the van, when I would pick up my son from preschool. God will hold you in his hands during this time. My thoughts and prayes are with you.
Stephanie Mangafakis

Deb Klemyk

November 29, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of Alyssa's passing. My condolences to the Kristoff family and to all who loved her. Alyssa touched so many lives with her strength--she was a true inspiration! I will never forget her.

RT Deb

Sue Randazzese

November 29, 2010

To the Kristoff Family:
I'm so sorry to hear the news about Alyssa. Her strength and courage will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sue Randazzese
Connecticut Children's

Alyssa having fun at Sarah's birthday party

Linda Caley

November 29, 2010

God bless you all. You are in our prayers.

Samantha Auth

November 29, 2010

My dear friends, I am soooo sorry for your loss. You guys were amazing parents to Alyssa and she brought so much joy to others. I am sorry you are all hurting so much!!! Alyssa was a wonderful little girl!!

Susanne Zahacefski

November 29, 2010

As my heart breaks for your loss, I can't help but smile when I think of Alyssa. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ralph Phillips

November 29, 2010

Bill, May God's peace and comfort carry you through this time of lost. I am praying for you and your family.

Monica Newell-Hines

November 29, 2010

Mr and Mrs William Kristoff:

I extend my deepest condolences to you in your time of mourning. What a beautiful child, she made my day everytime she came into the Glastonbury Satellite office. Her smile lit up the office. She is in the arms of God and she is smiling so brightly upon us. I will pray for your strength and keep you in thought always. With love....Monica (Medical Assistant at CCMC Glastonbury Office)

Ned Statchen

November 29, 2010

Bill, Pam and Family,
I was so sorry to hear the sad news on Alyssa. Please accept our most caring condolences to your family from mine. I never met Alyssa but her picture and the stories makes me think she could really light up a room. I will say a prayer for her and you.

Sincerely,
Ned

Laureen Robley

November 29, 2010

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

Kathy Lawrence

November 29, 2010

Pam and Bill,
My heart is breaking for you guys. I am so sad to hear about Alyssa's passing. The only thing that puts my mind at rest is to picture her in the heavens running and laughing like she never has before. You two are AMAZING parents and Alyssa was so blessed to be part of your family. I'm so happy you were able to enjoy your trip so much. If you need anything at all please do not hesitate to let me know. I know you have a phenomenal support system to help you. RIP beautiful girl, watch over Mommy,Daddy,Ryan and Katie. Peace be with all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Candie St. Jean

November 29, 2010

Dear Kristoff family,
I am so sorry to hear of Alyssa's passing. She touched so many people in her short life and for that, you will have many cherished memories. I am so glad she got to meet the princesses!! May God bless your family during this very difficult time. Candie, RN from Children's

Cathy Heath @ LEARN

November 29, 2010

To the Kristoff family,
Our thought and prayers are with you. We are glad to know Alyssa made it on her dream trip! The strength that Alyssa, and you as a family have always shown is immense. Everyone at LEARN that came in contact with Alyssa will miss her. She touched many.

Becky Granatini

November 28, 2010

Dear Kristoffs,
We are so sad to hear the news of Alyssa's passing. You have been amazing parents to her. She had so many wonderful experiences in her 6 short years, she was a blessing to all who knew her. She brightened my day in the CES hallways every time I saw her. Our prayers for peace are with your family.

Fondly,
Becky and Chris Granatini

Michelle Leeker

November 28, 2010

We are so sad to hear the news. We think of our krabbe family as our extended family and feel so helpless when we cannot help the pain. Just know that we are praying for your family!

Kelly Brown

November 28, 2010

Sending you all love. I feel your loss and am praying for you daily. Alyssa stole my heart...what a princess she was and will remain.
Love you all!
Kelly

Donald Levine

November 28, 2010

Alyssa certainly brightened my day each and every time I would see her. Her bubbly smile and soft voice would make me smile. I would always make it a point to return the favor and leave her feeling the way I would feel "loved". Alyssa will be ingrained in my mind forever.
To the Kristoff Family(William and Pamela

November 28, 2010

Dear Pam,Bill,Katie and Ryan...
So very sad to learn of Alyssa's passing. I know for sure that Miss Ashleigh Ryann Gwin was there to meet her in Heaven.

Thoughts and prayers to all of you
Christine Bonacquisti (Hunter's Hope volunteer and friend of the Gwin's)

Kim Gorczyca

November 28, 2010

Pam, Bill, Katie & Ryan,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Alyssa's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Love, Kim RN from ms8

Nicole Hernandez

November 28, 2010

Pam and Bill:

Words escape me with the sorrowness I feel right now. Alyssa was truly loved and adored by everyone she met. My heart, and prayers go out to both of you and the kids...

With Love,

Nicole (PSA)

Cindy Lynn

November 28, 2010

We understand as our 6 year old son gained his wings in 2003. The days ahead will be difficult and many changes will occur quickly. Be gentle with yourselves. I am so sorry for the sorrow in your hearts and want to extend my hands in friendship, if there is ever anything I can do please don't hesitate. I will hold you in my prayers.

Kris Buch

November 28, 2010

A love like Alyssa's is rare and beautiful. My prayers are with you all through this difficult time but I know she is running free with Jesus and other special children of the earth who had to leave us too soon. Love and blessings!

sherry carlson

November 28, 2010

We are sorry for the loss of your precious daughter,Alyssa.Our thoughts and prayers are with you always and to Katie and Ryan too.We send all our love to your family.Love, Sherry,Ken,Kyle and Melanie Carlson

November 28, 2010

Dear Kristoff and Pasey family,
I work with Diane and did not know Alyssa, but I want to send my prayers to comfort you at this time. May God help you through your sorrow as you remember your little girl. Deb Ivey

Chris Walker

November 28, 2010

To Pam and the Kristoff family,

I was deeply saddened to learn of Alyssa's passing; knowing the sense of loss it brings to her family and friends(she has more friends than anyone I've ever known).

It was my privilege to know her and to have a part in bringing her to a place that she loved and where she was so well loved.

Her spirit is free of earthly bonds, and she has peace. I am so sorry for your family's hurting heart.

Cathy Scianna

November 28, 2010

May your memories of precious little Alyssa with her laughter and smile provide you with the comfort to get through this difficult time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Neal, Karen and Eryn Wholey

November 28, 2010

Alyssa, you were one of God's little Angels on Earth and you blessed us all with your larger than life smile. God called you home and we are thankful for God's gift of you to us. Eryn will miss her little smiling friend and she is happy that you are now with God, no longer in a wheel chair...You are running and singing and playing in Heaven with the Lord at your side as you are now one of God's Heavenly Angels.

Kim Farnsworth

November 28, 2010

Dear Kristoffs,
We are so sorry for your loss. Allysa is a beautiful little angel looking down on us all now. I will never forget her smiles,laughter and waves.She was quite a little speed demon in that chair, Pam and Catherine would no more than set her wheels down on the ground and she was off up the ramp to school.Allysa has touched the hearts and souls of so many people. Her courage,strength,and determination should be an inspiration to everyone. Allysa really was a gift from heaven and brightened so many peoples lives just knowing her.Rest in peace beautiful... Love, Kim,Dean,Ariana,and Cameron Farnsworth

Brian Giusani Jr

November 28, 2010

To Bil,Pam,Katie and Ryan. Our deepest condolences to your loss. Alyssa was a joy to be around her smile made a room light up. With love and hope Brian, Ariella and Summer

Sharon LPN

November 28, 2010

my tears and heavy heart are with you Sharon lpn

Susan Hewes

November 28, 2010

My Dear Kristoffs,

You know that I am sorrowfully sharing in your grief, as are the team and students at CES. I connect the word "hope" in the foundation to Alyssa because she always shone it's true, special meaning, when she touched so many lives. Thank you Alyssa.

Most Fondly,

Sue

November 28, 2010

My Dear Kristoffs,

You know that I am there with you all, sorrowfully sharing in your grief, as are all the team and students at CES. There is reason for the word "hope" in the foundation, because Alyssa always shined it's true meaning in the way she sincerely touched so many people in her life. Thank you Alyssa.

Most Fondly,

Sue Hewes

pj trzcinski

November 28, 2010

i am sorry for your lossp

Anne Trzcinski

November 28, 2010

We are so very sorry for your loss. We hope that knowing Alyssa is in that perfect place above helps ease some pain. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love and Hope. XO.

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