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Kristin Liddell Obituary

Kristin Louise Liddell (Cole) Okemos Died Thursday, November 4, 2010 at the age of 45; Kristin was born August 29, 1965 in Muskegon, MI to Leslie and Alice (LeBoeuf) Cole. Kristin graduated from Fruitport High School in 1983 and married Michael Charles Liddell September 4, 1988. Kristin taught for 3 years at Pleasant View Elementary School and was the business manager at Michael C. Liddell, D.O. Family Practice for 7 years. Kristin was a wonderful and thoughtful wife, mother and friend. She had a quick wit, smiled in all situations and made everyone feel important. She loved animals, enjoyed traveling, loved to give gifts and was completely involved in her children's lives. She is preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Michaela Liddell. She is survived by her husband, Michael; children, Torrin (Chelsea) Liddell, Moiranda, Aidan and Owen Liddell; 5 sisters and brothers, Paul (Candy) Cole, Sue (Steve) Neal, David (Betty) Cole, Bruce (Patricia) Cole, and Patricia (James) Preston; 5 brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Karen (David) Bilyk, John (Linda) Liddell, Thomas, Jeffrey and Stephen Liddell; mother and father-in-law, Tom (Nancy) Liddell; and 22 nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. November 12 at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 955 Alton Road, East Lansing, with the Rev. Larry Delaney officiating. The family will receive friends at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave, East Lansing on Thursday, November 11 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and½hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Kristin may be made to Kristin's Memorial Garden c/o MSU Federal Credit Union, 1775 Central Park Dr. Okemos, MI 48864. Please visit www.gorslineruncimaneastlansing.com for online condolences.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Nov. 10 to Nov. 14, 2010.

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Lynn DeGraves-Welmerink

January 9, 2011

Just heard of her passing and I remember her as a sweet person in school. Peace to her family.

December 27, 2010

I miss you. Cuz

December 23, 2010

Dear Liddell Family,
We are so deeply sadden to hear of the passing of Kristen. We are very grateful to have known Kristen and the Liddell family, when our infant daughters were in daycare together. We cherish the memories and the laughter we shared throughout the years. Kristens kindness and love for her family will always be remembered. We pray for comfort, peace, and healing for the Liddell Family.

Kathleen and Katelyn Bonhaus

December 4, 2010

I have just learned about Kristin. I am shocked with the news.
You and the kids are in my prayers and thoughts as you go through this difficult time. Virginia Lang (Saddlemates)

November 29, 2010

I am very glad to have known her. Anne Huyge

Elizabeth (Beth) Miller

November 24, 2010

I can not express the shock and grief I feel for you and your family. Kristin was an amazing woman whom I will miss greatly. She had a kind and wonderful personality and amazing spirit. I will never understand why we lose such wonderful people to soon and so suddenly, My prayers and thoughts are with you. Beth Miller

November 22, 2010

We were shocked and saddened to here the news of Kristen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids as you struggle through this very difficult time. Jenny & Thad Baker and kids, Natalie, Ashley & Tyler.

November 22, 2010

Dr Liddell, Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. When my mother passed in August, you gave me the most beautiful card filled with words I will never forget. May you have the strength to carry on. You and your children are in our thoughts and prayers. Erica Messick, Jeffrey Bulock Jr. & Mackenna Bulock

Sue Stiffler

November 19, 2010

To the Liddell family, we are very saddened to hear of your loss. We were not able to attend any services, but our thoughts and prayers have been with you and will remain during this most difficult time. This comes from both Sue Stiffler and her son, Chris. Our hearts go out to you all. We remember the good times when you lived on Raby Road next to the Coles and Chris, Brett, and Torre (sorry if I didn't spell this correctly) were the three amigos.

Doyle &Trudy Cox

November 17, 2010

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.

November 17, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill and Issa Barnes
DeWitt

Julie Soper

November 17, 2010

Kristin your smile will forever be etched in my mind. We'll do our best to keep Owen safe and happy.

Geraldine LaPaugh

November 16, 2010

Dr. Liddell my heart goes out to you and your children, I'm so sorry

Donna Stevens

November 15, 2010

I will never forget your laugh and smile. I was so blessed to be able to know you as not only my "Cuz", but as a wonderful wife and most of all mother to yours kids. We had many laughs together just enjoying life. I will miss you but I know you are now watching over all of us. I love ya. Cousin Donna and Aunt Rita

Arnold & Pauline Nerio

November 14, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jamie and Eric Bartley

November 12, 2010

Kristin touched our lives for too short of time but her impact was immeasurable. Her kindness, her laugh, and the gift she had for making everyone feel welcome are some of the things I will always remember about her. You are in our thoughts and prayers and have our deepest sympathy.

Dale and Mary Rabe

November 12, 2010

You will have a special place in our hearts today and in the days ahead.

Dale Rabe

November 12, 2010

I remember Kris as one of the youngest of all my cousins. I never really got to know her until she became an adult. At that point she magically transformed into the most amazing woman - warm, caring, thoughtful and kind. Cole family gatherings were always my favorite, and bring back wonderful memories even today. I will miss Kristin deeply. You are all in my thoughts.

Janice Thelen

November 12, 2010

Dr Liddel and family
My sympathies and prayers are offered to you and your children.

Michael Bunce

November 12, 2010

Dr. Liddell, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Mike and Sherry Bunce, Olivia and Emma.

Michelle DeLand

November 12, 2010

Doc, I am so sorry to hear about Kristin. I am so glad that she came into my life, even for as brief a time as it was. She was a wonderful woman.

Kirsten

November 11, 2010

Kristin you were one of the most amazing and wonderful people that I have had the pleasure of knowing. You touched so many lives and will forever be in everyone's hearts.

Cathleen Dooley

November 11, 2010

I will cherish my memories of Kris. Her sense of humor and kindness will be deeply missed.

Jamie Boyd Hamilton

November 11, 2010

My son was lucky to share a classroom with Aidan which gave me the opportunity to meet and spend a moment in time with Kristin. I thoroughly enjoyed the field trips and class parties where Kristin & I volunteered together. Her love for her family was evident in her stories and in her every action. I appreciated so much her great ideas and her kind, gentle nature. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and send my prayers for peace and comfort to all of you.

November 11, 2010

Dr. Liddell and family.We are so very sorry for your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Annie Nolan and family

Allison Franks

November 11, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time... I havn't seen you in years, but have fond memories of spending my childhood at the Neal household. I remember you as Jaime Neal's "cool" aunt. You were such a beautiful person.

November 11, 2010

Dr. Liddell and Family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Dave & Jane Ouellette, DeWitt

Joe Costello

November 11, 2010

Michael,we ae so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Justin, Karen and Lydia Litzner

November 10, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We will miss Kristen. We are so thankful for all of the great camping memories.

Karen, Justin and Lydia Litzner

November 10, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Kristen will be missed. We are so thankful for the great camping memories.

Tim Huyge

November 10, 2010

Kris was just a damn good person. God bless her, and her family. Her kids will be forever blessed because they have a special angel looking down at them from heaven.

November 10, 2010

TO MY BABY SISTER'S FAMILY, YOU WERE A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AND PUT YOUR KIDS FIRST ABOVE ALL. I LOVED YOU ALWAYS NO MATTER WHAT . I WILL MISS MY BABY SISTER. I REMEBER WHEN YOU WERE LITTLE WHEN YOU WOULD GET UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT AND WANT A TWIZZLER AND CLIMB INTO MY BED AND GO BACK TO SLEEP. I WILL MISS YOU AND ALWAY LOVE YOU, SUE

Michele Brannan

November 10, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tim and Michele Brannan

Lori Halula-Eyer

November 10, 2010

I'm soo grateful I had the chance to meet you and your family. You will always hold a special place in my heart. My prayers go out to your family. You will be missed.

Linda (Coles) Sheets

November 10, 2010

Kris touched so many lives, may the love and support of family and friends help you all as you go through the grieving process. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

November 10, 2010

Dr Mike, My heart goes out to you in your loss, I'm praying for you and your family.
Dr Dave Luginbill

November 10, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Dr. Mike and to your family in your loss of your wife and mother. My wife and I have prayed and will continue to do so for you as you grieve. No such tragedy has come our way so we can only relate from a distance but you are on our hearts in times like these. Fred & Janice Nose

November 10, 2010

To Kris's Family:

My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time, Kris was such a fun person in high school. She always had the biggest heart and made us laugh. The class of 83 will miss her deeply.

Thinking of you all,
Terri Shelkey Strait

Sandy (Neal) Gardner

November 10, 2010

My deepest sympathies to you and yours. My connection to Kris is as Sue's sister-in-law and remember her from those few family functions and hearing my neice and nephews talk about their Aunt. I remember her laugh and smile. God Bless.

Dr. & Mrs. Imu Esmail

November 10, 2010

Dr. Liddell- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jannette (Barney) Bole

November 9, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Kris' family. She was such a sweet girl who had a wonderful sense of humor. It saddened me to hear of her passing. Kris' memory will always live on within us-- her classmates of FHS 1983. God bless you.

Robster

November 9, 2010

Kristin: You've left behind a beautiful family and some great friends, and we are all going to miss you more than words can say. You made the world a better place. Thank you for your time, your great laugh, and many, many wonderful memories.

Joanna Meli

November 9, 2010

When we played together in Lake Michigan as children, you were my "Cousin Krissy." You taught me how to catch grasshoppers, and you were always laughing and friendly!
Love,
Jo Jo

Kristina Palmer

November 9, 2010

I have no words to describe how sorry I am for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. Kristin's kind heart and warm smile was evident each time she visited our office.

November 9, 2010

Dr. Liddell, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Margaret and Eric Bierstetel

Katy Stickroe

November 9, 2010

You were an amazing mother and I am so blessed to have known you. Your family is in my prayers!

November 9, 2010

Dear Mike: As one your longtime patients I am profoundly saddened to learn of Kristin's passing. Whenever she was working at the office I received two kinds of medicine--that which you prescribed and the comforting words from Kristin that better days were coming. God had created her because He couldn't be everywhere at once.
Georg Schuttler

Lori (Holmes) Brown

November 9, 2010

Kris,
I had the pleasure of being your friend in High School and am deaply sadden to hear you left us to early. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Michele Mazade Boerema

November 9, 2010

In memory of my long ago friend, Kris. I will always remember being best friends in High School. We were always together! I remember all the fun we had in high school and during our summers. Looking back through pictures and recalling our friendship it seems like it was only yesterday. My only regret is that we each went our separate ways sometime during college (I still have the laundry bag your mom made each of us for college). Then I lost track of you. You were an amazing friend and your friendship helped form who I am today. Your memory lives on with me as well as the lives of everyone you touched. May you rest in peace dear friend.

Michele Mazade Boerema

November 9, 2010

In memory of my long ago friend Kris who I will always remember as my best friend in High School, we were always together. I have such wonderful memories of our time in school and all the fun we had during our summers. Looking back at pictures of us it seems like only yesterday when we were together. My only regret is that we got separated as we each went our different ways in college (I still have the laundry bag your mom made each of us to go off to college with). Then I lost track of you. You will be missed and you will always be a part of who I am. May you rest in peace Kris.

Rick Cejmer

November 9, 2010

Kris you will be missed I still have fond memories of us playing as children at my grandparents and you helping me out when I was a new student at shettler. You will always be one of the kindness people I have ever had the pleasure to have known.

Lisa Markowski Irvine

November 8, 2010

In memory of Kris who I will forever remember as a very kind and sweet person. I had known Kris since our early days at Shettler Elementary and then Fruitport High School where we graduated in 1983. Today was spent sharing memories of Kris with other classmates and friends who will all miss her fondly. May you find some comfort knowing she will be forever missed but never forgotten. May she rest in peace.

November 8, 2010

you will always be my baby sister
love you always,
sue

November 8, 2010

We miss you Kristin!

Kristie & Chad Pastor

November 8, 2010

You were one amazing Mom and friend who will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

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