Lisa Ann Cissell, 56, of Bardstown, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 10, 2019, at her home surrounded by her loving family and beloved dog, Sherman.
Lisa was born in Lebanon on March 8, 1963 to Howard and Sue Ella Cissell. She attended Marion County High School and received a degree in Agriculture from Eastern Kentucky University. She recently retired from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service with nearly 32 years of service.
Despite living with cystic fibrosis and receiving a double lung transplant eight years ago, Lisa lived life to the fullest. She was grateful for her second chance at life and donated many hours as a Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates (KODA) Ambassador Volunteer. She was a member of Team Kentucky and competed in various events at three Transplant Games. She had a passion for traveling with her favorite places being Arizona and Iceland. She had a special bond with animals, especially horses and dogs. A lifelong horse lover, she spent some of her happiest moments riding her horse, Logi, and on her cowgirl ranch adventures. She was a kid at heart, a huge Harry Potter fan, and thoroughly enjoyed being the "cool" aunt with all of her nieces and nephews. She loved 80's music and was a super fan of Duran Duran. She will be greatly missed and always remembered for her contagious smile and kindness toward all.
Lisa was preceded in death by her mother, Sue Ella Thomas Cissell, and one sister, Mindy Filiatreau.
Survivors include: her father, William Howard Cissell (Phyllis) of Holy Cross; four sisters, Shannon Duvall (Jonathan) of Queenstown, Maryland, Renee Kaminski (Mike) and Cara Brahm of Lebanon, and Terri Voils of Bardstown; one brother, Michael Cissell of Loretto; her brother-in-law, Chris Filiatreau (Pam) of Bardstown; six nieces, Bayly Cash (Semie), Taylor Cissell, Abbi Cissell, Laurel Brahm, Ava Duvall and Avery Voils; six nephews, Sawyer Filiatreau, Nick Kaminski, Braydon Cissell, Will Kaminski, Archie Duvall, and Leo Voils; and many friends from all over the world.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, August 15 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 59 New Haven Road, Loretto. Rev. Bryan T. Lamberson will preside. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Aug. 14 at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. by Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant.
Pallbearers are Lisa's first cousins, Pat Boone, Timmy Moore, Chad Thomas, Matthew Cissell, Brad Cissell, and Doug Spalding.
Expressions of sympathy can be made as contributions to Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates (KODA) or to Barktown Rescue in Nelson County.
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So sorry for your loss.
Grace Harris Willenbrink
Family
August 19, 2019
I knew Lisa when she was on the Board of Directors for the CF Roundtable. She contributed so much to the organization. She was always so nice and eager to help others. She will be missed by the CF community.
Beth Sufian
Beth Sufian
August 16, 2019
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. I graduated High School with Lisa. She was a sweet person and always had a smile.
Cindy Humphreys (Jones)
August 15, 2019
My deepest sympathy to your family. Lisa was always kind and smiling! I work for the conservation district in Taylor County and was in meetings with her over the years. May God give you peace and joyful memories of this sweet lady. Love and hugs,
Linda Russell
Coworker
August 15, 2019
Lisa was the person I strive to be: strong, courageous, thoughtful, kind, adventurous, funny, smart, and the list goes on. I call myself blessed to have been a part of her life. I miss our friendship already. I will think of you on so many occasions but it will never replace being in the presence of your sweet self. "A Sweet friendship refreshes the soul. "Proverbs 27:9
Melissa Quinn
Friend
August 15, 2019
Lisa was an awesome person. She was so kind and sweet to everyone she met and everyone she knew. Always had a big smile on her face. I will miss her dearly. Rest In Peace dear friend. Love you always!!!!!!
Jeri Shipp
Coworker
August 14, 2019
To the family of Lisa
You all have my deepest sympathy. I went to school with Lisa , she was the sweetest girl and fun to be around and really smart too. She would make you laugh so much she will be missed
Jamie Miles Thompson
Friend
August 14, 2019
Seems like only a short time ago that we put on our best outfits and headed out of our dorm to go to Lexington to see our first Duran Duran concert. Boy, did that girl love Simon LeBon!! Her smile could have lit up Rupp!
I will always remember the good times with Lisa living as her suite-mate in Telford Hall. We had so much fun and shared so many experiences.
Lisa was the kind of girl that just made you feel like you'd known her all your life. She was warm, kind, caring, and absolutely hilarious. She had a knack for teaching non-country folk country humor (and sneaking cookie dough out of our fridge!).
Thank you all for sharing her with us for the time we had together. She will be missed, but I will carry those fantastic memories with me forever!
Becky (Ostrander) Payne
Friend
August 14, 2019
You have our sympathies.
Junie, Carolyn and Alan Mattingly of Mattingly Funeral Home
August 14, 2019
Lisa was a very kind hearted lady. Always had a smile on her face. Its hard to believe shes gone. Will be definitely missed by all.
Sue Ann Hill
Friend
August 14, 2019
Lisa, you have been my friend for my whole life. I dont have the words to say how I feel. I wasnt ready for you to leave. But you will be my inspiration and I promise to live fully and do the things that are important. You taught me that. Someday Ill be there and we can go on that trail ride together. Love you always, Ann
Ann Elder
Friend
August 14, 2019
So sorry. I always admired Lisas courage and work ethics. Such a sweet person.
Winnie Breeding
August 13, 2019
Lisa will always be remembered for her smile and lovely personality. We are glad her family has so many fond memories to draw from. Lisa, you will be missed by all.
Pat and Jim Kaminski
Friend
August 13, 2019
I am so sorry for your all's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Cissell family during this heartbreaking time. May God Bless each of you!!
Deanna Mattingly Bardin
August 13, 2019
Tony Nott
Coworker
August 13, 2019
I miss you so much babe your one special lady and treated me like gold you will never be forgotten you always have a place in my heart forever thanks for the great memories still can't believe it that your gone it saddens my heart love always pete ,neve,george, Dr Red and your Australian fur babys we love and miss you dearly and sending hugs prayers and thoughts to all the Cissell family who she loved dearly x o x o x o
Peter Piras
Significant_other
August 13, 2019
Deepest sympathy to the Cissell family. Lisa was a shining beauty, always with a smile on her face. Prayers for healing and peace.
Karen Woodrich
Coworker
August 12, 2019
Nancy and I are deeply saddened of the loss of our friend. Eight years and four months ago Lisa and I shared an experience that changed our lives. We were two of seven lung transplant recipients preformed at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Our families soon became friends as they met and waited together during and after the surgery, and rehabilitation. During our recovery occasionally she and I would pass in the hallway, each clutching the IV pole, we made eye contact, each wishing the other success, as our faces were mostly covered with surgical masks while focused on the next step, and the step after that, and that. Short time later I met her father and her aunt, two very nice likable people full of their southern charm. I really enjoyed talking with Howard and his sister. As time went on Lisa and I stayed in contact through Face Book celebrating anniversaries of the Gift-of Life. We were so happy to see her life come alive with her new beginning. A poster child of organ transplant, and advocate of donor signups.
Lisa, you have been a credit, and inspiration to your donors family and to all those you have touched.
You can enjoy your peace and rest easy, my friend.
Bob and Nancy Jackson
Troy, MO
Bob Jackson
Acquaintance
August 12, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Cissell Family. Lisa was a beautiful person inside and out.
Beth Osborne
August 12, 2019
It was a pleasure meeting Lisa and getting to know her. We were able to attend 3 different Transplant Games with her. Such a great spirit and big heart. She will be miss by so many.
Tom Coleman
Friend
August 12, 2019
Lisa was beautiful inside and out. Always positive and always smiled. One of the warmest people I have ever met. My sincere condolences and prayers to Lisa and her family.
Renee Bratcher
August 12, 2019
Lisa was a very sweet person. She always had kinds words for everyone. She will always have a smile on her face. She will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Love Mary Ellen,Allan Allie and Joellen Simms
Mary Ellen Simns
Friend
August 12, 2019
My sincere condolences and prayers go out for Lisa and family.
Kevin Abrahamsen
Coworker
August 12, 2019
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