Krista Heffner Obituary

Krista R. (Holt) Heffner, 36 MUNDELEIN - Krista R. (Holt) Heffner, 36, passed away Friday, May 6, 2011, in Highland Park Hospital. She was born Aug. 22, 1974, in Edison, N.J. Krista was a cancer survivor who underwent a stem-cell treatment. She was involved in numerous school activities. She taught preschool and was also a Pampered Chef consultant. She was a very dedicated, loving wife and mother; her family meant the world to her. She will be very deeply missed by all who knew her. Krista is survived by her loving husband, David; loving children, D.J. and Mary Heffner; parents, Ken and Carol Holt; mother and father-in-law, Dennis and Rosemary Heffner; brother, Ken (Patty) Holt Jr.; niece, Katie Holt; other numerous nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Rick (Joanna) Heffner; and sister-in-law, Denise Kinsey. Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 30 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire. Visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Kristan Funeral Home, 219 W. Maple Ave., (two blocks west of Illinois 45 on Illinois 176). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a memorial fund for her children, D.J. and Mary Heffner, 30 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, would be appreciated. For more information online, visit kristanfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 9 to May 10, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Krista Heffner

13 Entries

Betsy Kim

May 26, 2011

Dear Heffner and Holt families,

I am still in shock of hearing of Krista's passing. I first met her when she was volunteering at Oak Grove during hot lunch. I can still see DJ's face light up when he saw her in his school. She spoke of DJ and Mary constantly with pride and love. She was always willing to listen and give freely of herself. She truly loved her family and cared for so many others. She will be deeply missed by many. Find comfort in your precious memories.

Tracey Lang

May 15, 2011

Krista, I am still in shock as I am certain many others who loved you are. I keep coming back here wanting to write, but continually find myself at a loss for words & what to say. You were truly one of the kindest, most gentle, loving, caring souls I have known. DJ & Mary were so lucky to have you as their mom; you were dedicated to your family & sacrificed so much for them. What a fighter you were both times against cancer & I am so sorry it had to happen to you too. I hold so many conversations about life & cancer with you in my heart. You are gone too soon & I am so sad for you. You are already so missed & I will remember you always- my Yngwie

May 11, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. Krista and I knew each other as teenagers passing in the church halls. This past Christmas, she came up to me and asked if it was me...she was so bubbly and full of life and love for her family. We had not seen each other in 20 years and she was friendlier than ever. God bless you all! Natalie (Lease) Collins

Christian Evans

May 11, 2011

Dave, I am very sorry to hear of your incredible loss. Anything I can help with along the way, please let me know. The sting of death hurts beyond measure but know I will be praying to the One who ultimately conquered that sting, praying for you and your children's comfort.
Christian Evans (from your Hewitt days)

May 11, 2011

Dave, DJ,Mary and all your family,
Please accept my condolences on Krista's passing. She will be remembered as a loving, dedicated, & caring mother, as well as wife and daughter. May her memory always be warm and a comfort to you all.
Sincerely, Shelley Freed

May 11, 2011

I am deeply saddened to have learned of Krista's passing. DJ was a memorable student in my first grade class at Oak Grove School. I always admired the concern and involvement DJ's parents shown in his behalf. I hope Krista's memory serves as a blessing to her entire family. -Steve Bragman, Northbrook illinois

Deb Markello

May 10, 2011

Dave,D.J,Mary and Mr.& Mrs. Holt,
I was so saddened to learn of Krista's passing. In the years that D.J. was a Sedol student, I was his social worker and saw everyday the love and support Krista gave unconditionally to her children. May you all find strength in the memory of this brave young woman who asked nothing more than to protect and love her dear family.

Bryan and June Bradley

May 10, 2011

David, Ken & Carol,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We pray that the cherished memories you hold dear in your hearts will help to ease your pain.

Terri Kendall

May 9, 2011

Dave,
Over the years I have spent a lot of time talking to Krista. She was always so pleasant and sweet; she never was anything but kind to all of us in the pharmacy. She would ask me about my kids and her eyes lit up when she talked about yours. I cannot tell you how sorry I am that this has happened. I am just someone that she talked to once in a while and I have been so affected by her passing, I can't even imagine what your family is going through. I do know that your children have the best guardian angel watching over them and that there is one less light shining here on Earth.

Jeannie (Scully) Jordan

May 9, 2011

Mr & Mrs Holt - I am so very sorry for your loss....no parent should ever, ever lose a child. I am holding you all in my heart, and will hold you in my prayers.

May 9, 2011

Dave, Carol & Ken, I never met Krista but we spoke several times. Her constant upbeat spirit during her tremendous challenges was inspiring. I hope your memories of her strength, kindness and amazing spirit will help ease the pain during this impossible time. Diane Sutton

May 9, 2011

David, Carol, Ken
Words cannot express adequately the hurt you are experiencing.
May god keep you in his grace. Madelynn and Dave Skvarla

Bevcky Lichty

May 9, 2011

Dave, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. No words will ever make you feel better, but I hope that time will help.
Becky (Peterson) Lichty from RMHC

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