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Kristine Tompkins

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Kristine Gilmore Tompkins, passed away suddenly Tuesday, April 9, 2013 after a brief illness. Kristi followed in her father's footsteps with a passion for horses. Most of her life was spent at Kentree Stables where she rode as a child, became an accomplished competitor, trainer and manager at...

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The High Hollow Team 2013

So profoundly sad for the loss of Kristi. After several years of lessons, when Keely began showing competitively, Kristi was instrumental in helping her build the foundations for success. This included helping her figure out the spirited pony Daisy, and teaching her that every horse teaches you something different that will help you as a rider. Always so patient and encouraging. Her teaching moments always led with something positive, followed by constructive criticism delivered with a...

Dear Killeen,
My hearfelt sympathies in the loss of your amazing Mom. I have fond memories of her going the extra mile to help make our sleepovers fun and taking us to ski at Cannonsburg. She loved you so much and was always kind & gracious. Keeping your family close in my prayers,
Emilie Ross Musialczyk

I was so shocked and sad to hear of Kristie's passing. She was my great friend for many years. Although we did not see eachother much in the past few years she has a special spot in my heart. We had some amazing times together with lots of laughs. She loved you so much, Kileen. You were always the first thing she talked about when I saw her. An amazing horsewoman and sweet loving person. I will miss her greatly. My deepest sympathies to all of you in this difficult time.

So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Aliyah and I will keep your family in prayer. Aliyah and Lisa Monterusso

Kristi's patience, sense of humor, and obvious enjoyment of what she did helped me as I started to ride as an adult. I'm so sorry she's gone, but so blessed to have made her acquaintance.

Our Deepest Condolences to Killeen & Seamus, Dr. Rubie, Gene & Tubie and the entire family of Kristine Tompkins on their great loss this past week. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Know that Kristine's joy and passion for horses will live on in the smiles of so many special children at Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding. God Bless ~

Thank You Kristi for all of your love and kindness and generosity we will miss you greatly

Thank you Kristi, for always finding me a pony to ride. I may not have fit in with the other girls but you gave me the gift of riding and sharing the love horses. You will be greatly missed.

So very touched at the overwhelming amount of love and support at this very difficult and sad time...although I have not responded to you individually,please know that your thoughts and prayers have not gone unnoticed,and that your words are truly comforting to me, thank you. Killeen Dillon