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Kristina Tierney Obituary

Tierney, Kristina L. Beloved wife, mother and daughter nee Katzmark Age 36 Passed away September 19, 2008. Preceeded in death by son Kyle. Survived by husband Rick, sons Ryan and Luke, parents Pat and Bill Katzmark, sister Katie (Brian) Lee, grandmother Florence Crowley. Rick's family, parent's Jim and Barb Tierney, sister Tracie (Bart) Murphy, brother Steve (Janelle) Tierney, nephews Brian Lee Jr and Tyler Murphy and niece Molly Murphy. Also great Aunt Hattie Pepinski and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Kris grew up in Coon Rapids where she was active in many sports. She attended UW River falls and went onto St Cloud State for post graduate work. While in River Falls she met her future husband and in 1998 they were married. They settled in West Lakeland and had 3 beautiful sons. Kris was active in many causes including the Early Childhood and Family Center in Stillwater, and the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Her smile, laugh and enthusiasm will be missed by all. Kris worked for the State of MN in the Land Management and Information Center where she was a Cartographer. Then she found her true purpose in life was to be a wonderful and loving mother. She also loved everything outdoors especially her gardening. Kris will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00AM Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at ST. MICHAEL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 611 South 3rd Street, Stillwater. Visitation 4-7PM Tuesday at SIMONET FUNERAL HOME, 6429 Osgood Ave N, Stillwater and one hour prior to service at the church ATRIUM. Interment St. Michael's Cemetery, Bayport.



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Published by Pioneer Press from Sep. 21 to Sep. 22, 2008.

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Colleen Christensen

September 30, 2008

Dear Pat, Bill, Katie, Rick & Family,
We're sorry to hear about Kris. She was such a kind & wonderful person & we always enjoyed her. Our prayers are with you all. May you receive the comfort you need for this great loss.
Blessings,
Don & Colleen Christensen

Gregg & Bev Paulus

September 24, 2008

Pat and family,
Bev and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Janet Bethke

September 24, 2008

Rick and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I am so sorry. May God give you the strength to endure the pain. Janet Bethke Tom's Mom

Scott & Beth Freburg

September 24, 2008

Rick and Extended Family,

I am so saddened by the difficult events that have befallen your family. In these times it is difficult to grasp God's meaning for your lives. How could this happen to someone who has spent so much love and energy over the past several years caring for Kyle and your family. I cannot express into words my sadness and what you are ALL feeling. Many are praying for you and Kris and Kyle will be with you forever.

Barb Krech

September 23, 2008

Rick, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons. In all this saddness and grief take time to take care of yourself too. God Bless you and your family.

Alex Cleaveland

September 23, 2008

Rick,

No words can communicate how deeply my heart cries out for you and your little ones during this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers Brother.

Chuck (Charlie) Kunz, Jr.

September 22, 2008

Pat, Bill and family,

I was deeply shocked and saddened when I heard the upsetting news. I will always remember the times we played together as children and she always beat me in soccer. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Anders Korsgren

September 22, 2008

Rick and Family-
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers.

Georgia Randall

September 22, 2008

Rick,
Know that my prayers are with you and your sons at this difficult time. God be with all of you.

Kristy Kashmark(Dudeck)

September 22, 2008

Rick,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless.

Jill Fahey

September 22, 2008

My thoughts to everyone that knew Kris. I didn't know her but my husband worked with Kris's mom.

Chuck and Jan Scovill

September 22, 2008

Our sincerest sympathy is sent your way. Losing a child- no matter what age -is the worst fear a parent has. We remember Kris well from CRHS. We wish you healing peace and love.

Patricia Haley

September 22, 2008

Dear Pat & Bill: May God bless you and all of the family with His healing peace. With deepest sympathy,
Pat Haley (Avnet)

Pattie and David Biwer

September 22, 2008

Our deepest sympathy. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Eugenia Morin - Guy's Mom

September 22, 2008

My Heartfelt Sympathy, and Prayers continue on for you and yours during this very sad time in your lives.

Bill and Kathy Booth

September 22, 2008

Rick and Family-
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God bless you.

Love Bill and Kathy Booth

Sandy Glau

September 22, 2008

Dear Rick, Ryan, and Luke,
I was so saddened when I read the obituary for Kristina today! My heart just aches for all of you!
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers! Sandy (Miss Glau)

A St. John's Staff Member

September 22, 2008

Rick,
My heart goes out to you. It was an honor to help in the care of Kristina. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts.

Liz Finch (Aguirre)

September 21, 2008

Rick,
My heart is filled with sadness at your loss of Kris. I can not imagine the pain you feel now but I wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I believe Kris and Kyle are watching over you and will be with you throughout your days to come.

My deepest sympathy to you and your family

Gail Albers

September 21, 2008

My deepest sympathy. God bless you all.

Gail Albers (Guy Morin's sister)

Mark,Nancy,Ben,Lish,Ellie,Lou,Megan,Emily & Ellen Bina

September 21, 2008

Katzmark's and Tierney's:

We will keep you and Kris in our prayers. We will never forget.
We will celebrate her life.

Dorothy MacDonald

September 21, 2008

Rick, Ryan, & Luke,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss.
God Bless,
Bill & Dorothy MacDonald & Family

Melissa Pearson(Wold)

September 21, 2008

Rick,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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