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Kristine Trulson Obituary
Kristine Annette TRULSON April 1944 ~ March 2007 "How did we let this girl get away?" With profound sorrow, we announce the untimely passing of Kristine Trulson as she was spending time in her beloved second home in Maui. She leaves behind her loving family, including her devoted husband of 43 years, Steven Trulson; her beloved children, Derek (and wife Jennifer), David (and wife Jennifer) and Amy Trulson, and cherished grandchildren, Samantha, Sevren and Kate Trulson, and Michael and Julia Gardner. She is also survived by her two brothers, Paul Birch (wife Diana) of Redmond, and David Lischke (wife Laurie) of Lynnwood. Her selfless caring for others knew no boundaries. We remember her strong spirit, easy laugh, and deep and loving connection to her family and friends. There was never anything phony about Kristine, she said it like she meant it and it made life easy because there was never any guessing games with her. She would give you the shirt off her back if she knew that were true and genuine. She was an avid golfer and tennis player, in which she took great pleasure in beating Steve. She was a member of the Bellevue Women’s Golf Club, Forest Crest Tennis Club and competitive bowling throughout the greater Seattle area. Kristine’s family meant absolutely everything to her, above all else. A void has been left in our lives that can never be filled. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, March 11th at 12:00 p.m. at Evergreen Washelli in Seattle. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and/or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kristine Trulson
Rachel Loyd
April 8, 2008
Dear Uncle Steven, Derek, David & Amy
I will remember my aunt Kristine always as an incredibly generous & loving woman, full of spunk and life. I will miss her warm hugs and always being greeted by “hello my chickadee!!” The love she had for her family was a force to be reckoned with and I will miss her dearly. Honestly just the mere thought of what you all must be feeling immediately floods my eyes with tears. I am so, so sorry for the loss that you’ve all had to endure. I love you all so much and feel incredibly blessed to have you as my family. Please know that you are all constantly in my thoughts & prayers.
Much love. xo xo
Randall Wilson & Family
April 7, 2008
Kristine was a very special person to many of us and like a second mom to me. It just won't be the same at the Bothell house without her warm greeting, as it was something I'd come to expect and enjoy. We will miss her dearly.
Laurie Lischke
April 5, 2008
Dearest Steven, Derek, Jennifer, David, Jen, Amy, Samantha, Sevren, Kate, Michael & Julia,
How my heart aches for your loss...our loss. This comes with huge hugs and kisses to you all. Kristine was one of a kind and I miss her so much. Being married to David and part of this family for so many years, Kristine felt like a sister to me, not just a "sister-in-law". Her heart and love were always there for me and she welcomed me in like I was blood. That's just how she was. Even growing up as "the girl next door", I knew we were destined to be family.
I will forever be grateful that God brought David and I together so I could become part of all of you. Each one of you has touched my life in an incredible way. Steven, sharing your birthday and the times that all of us have celebrated our birthdays together has always been a highlight of the year for me. How amazing that you, Paul and I have the same birthday. We are family and are eternally connected. I don't believe it is a coincidence at all. It was meant to be.
Kristine will live in my heart always, her beautiful smile, her caring and compassionate heart, her supportive and giving spirit, her laugh, her creativity and yes, even the fact that she was a "force to be reckoned with"! I treasuer it all because it is who she was to me. I love you all so much and you are in my prayers.
I hold you in my heart,
Mike Shierk
April 5, 2008
Dear Steve, Derek, Dave, and Amy,
I send my love to you all with the passing of your lovely wife and mother. She was very special me and all of the buds of 1987, as we navigated through our high school years. Her motherly nature was never spared on a single one of us. The feeling of openness that the Trulson household offered, was second to none.
My fondest memories are of the times when I was a guest at Kelly's Resort in Lake Chelan. I clearly remember Dave and I coming home very late one night, and Kristine letting us know all about it the next morning. That was the cool thing. Kristine treated me like I was one of her kids, and I always knew it was with love. On that same trip, Kristine demonstrated her true love of nature and animals. She woke all of us kids, to show us a little black bear that was roaming around the side porch looking for a snack. These simple things brought a big smile to her face.
I loved Kristine, as I do all of Dave's family. She was a class act, and I will not soon forget her wonderful love for life.
My love to you all,
Gregory Andrews (Laurie's brother)
April 3, 2008
Kristine was to me, an angel on earth. She will always be with you, Steven, in your soul forever. One memory I have of you and Kristine is how you both always saw the fun of Halloween. I remember coming to your house in Valhalla with David and Laurie, to help you get all made up for your costumes. Great memories! I pray strength for you and your kids during this time. Peace be with you and all your family.
Debra,Mom,Ally,Greggory,& Paul Roberts,Hooper,Williams & Hayes
April 2, 2008
Our dearest Steve, Derek,David & Amy,
We see Kristy's picture on our frig. everyday along with pictures of all of you, but the reality of it is still devastating. She will be missed terribly by all of us, she had such a great way about her,and talking to her was so easy, you could tell her anything and know it would go no further,she was a unique woman who raised beautiful, and loving kids, we were blessed to have her in our lives, we love her and all of you very much...........
Andy and Rosie Lowe
April 1, 2008
A large vacancy has occurred within the family with Kristine's passing. We will miss her competitive spirit, teasing and laughter, especially during the family cribbage tournaments!! Kristine's birthday cards were always the first we would receive each year. We will remember her for the fun lady she was.
Deb Lowe
April 1, 2008
Dear Steve, Derek, David, and Amy -
Drew and I are truly feeling the loss of our Aunt Kristine and we share in your grief. Please know that all of you and Kristine are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deb
Brock Zylstra
March 31, 2008
Steve, Derek, Dave, Amy:
I am sorry to hear about Kristi's passing. She certainly left a wonderful impression on me, even after so many years. Bless her heart. My best wishes to you and your family.
Vicki Roberts
March 31, 2008
To My Uncle Steve and my Cousins..
I still am having difficulty honoring the fact that Aunt Kristy is gone. I talk to her at prayer time and so wish I had had more time with her, as I do with all of you. But as I said I had her first, I loved her first, and THAT will forever be in my heart.
I love you all so very much
Queen Cuz
Jim & Beth Conklin
March 31, 2008
Dear Steve and family,
There are no words that can express how sorry we are for your loss. We did not know Kristine as well as would have liked but loved her energy, sense of humor and irreverent nature. She will be missed and leave a hole in our life also.
You have our deepest sympathy.
I know she is, no doubt, playing a round of golf as we speak.
Drew Lowe
March 31, 2008
I will be missing my Aunt Kristine. Family get togethers will not be the same without her. I still hear her laugh and the fun way she used to yell out our names when either she was mad or teasing. We sure had fun.....
Scott Andrews
March 31, 2008
Dear Steve, Derek, David and Amy,
I was so deeply shocked to hear of Kristine's passing, and was immediately aware of the devastating loss that each of you must be suffering. From the time I was 8 years old, spending a lot of time at the Birch's house, I remember Kristine's beautiful vitality, her quick wit, her tomato red Volkswagen and, of course, your visits, Steve, in that absolutely cool corvette. Kristine, like her mother and her Aunt was a pistol. She was definitely a force to be reckoned with. While I have spent all of my adult life away from Seattle, I have always been kept up to date on your special family events. You and Kristine were in many ways the axis around which the family grew and Kristine was very much the heart of it.
I know how much you all loved her, and how deeply heartbroken David and Laurie are as well. Kristine's tremendous legacy is certainly alive with Derek, David and Amy and most definitely thrives in your heart, Steve. I wish for you all a growing sense of peace as you mourn the loss of the most important woman in your lives. Kristine was one of a kind.
My heart breaks for you.
Leslie Johannes (Laurie's sister)
March 31, 2008
Dear Steve, Derek, Amy and David,
I share in your friends' sorrow for your untimely and tragic loss. Even when death is an expected visitor it's hard to accept the loss, but "this is not to be born!" Kristine was a vibrantly alive woman, wife, mother, friend and losing her must seem an unbearable mistake that just has to be undone. You are all so fortunate to have one another to console and share with as you grapple with the cruel loss of one so loved and so alive. My very best wishes to you as you rediscover your footing and continue along your life paths carrying her with you in your hearts - the best place anyone could ask to be.
Lisa Tansey
March 31, 2008
Dear Trulson Family,
While it has been quite some time since I've seen Kristine and all of you, I have fond memories of her good heart, wonderful laugh, and bright personality. I know that she will be greatly missed, and I am so terribly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
John Trygve Staff
March 26, 2008
Dear Steve, Derek, David and Amy
I was shocked to learn today that my reserve mother has passed away. The world is a lesser place without Kristine. I loved her straight talk and her sense of humor. I really appreciated the way she took me into her family for a year and treated me like any other family member. I'll miss Kristine alot, but warm feelings will swell whenever I think of her.
Helga and Per Staff
March 26, 2008
Dear Steven.
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts go to you and the kids at this time. The Trulsons in Seattle are something special to us, always will be. Kristine was a major part of that. At this time I would like to say thank you to you and Kristine for the way you included us when we arrived in Seattle in 1964. Complete strangers, and yet we became friends in no time. That is the way Kristine was. That is the way we will remember her.
Bob and Shirley Lewis
March 20, 2008
To the Trulson Family
We are so sorry to hear about Kristine's passing. Life is so short and for sure her life was too short...We will keep her memories in our heart!
Karen Holst
March 18, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Kristine's untimely passing. Her sense of humor, smile and hugs will be so missed at our state golf tournaments. My sincere condolences to the family.
Kathy, Jessica & Ross Fruetel
March 17, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Lenke
March 15, 2008
Steve and Family,
Greg and I were very saddened to hear the news about Kristine's passing. We have been in Maui since the 5th of March, enjoying the beauty and serenity of the island. We thought about you and Kristine and how much you both enjoyed Maui.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you and we send our sincere condolences.
We remember Kristine's beauty and smile. What a smile she had!
Take care and may you feel comfort and peace in knowing that people care.
Brenda and Greg Lenke
Bob and Judy Smyth
March 15, 2008
Steve and family. We were truly saddened when we received a phone call from Sharon stating Kristine had passed away. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. We know she was the light of your lives and will continue to watch over all of you. We appreciated the opportunity to know her and the family she loves so much. We wish you many memories and healing hearts.
joe and brenda augustavo
March 13, 2008
The Trulson Family, we are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of your loving Mother! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Rich & Ann Fredrickson
March 13, 2008
Dear Steve and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Kristine. We feel so fortunate to have known Kristine. Rich and I will always remember her with a beautiful smile and an infectious laugh when she was on the golf course in Maui.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Steve, and your family in your time of grief. May your memories of what a wonderful person Kristine was, bring you comfort.
Joy Jarvis
March 11, 2008
Memories are the things that keep us going,
There are so many they just keep flowing.
A new one every hour, none of them dower.
Some I can share, others I do not dare!
With a few changes
The song "Thanks for the Memories"
says some of it so well.
From me a loving farewell.
Many's the time we feasted,
Few were the times that we fasted,
Once in a while... we just got blasted.
Oh well, it was swell while it lasted.
We did have fun and no harm done.
Thanks for the memories.
Of sunburns at the shore, there should have been more.
You could have been a headache, but you never were a bore.
So thank you so much.
Thanks for the memories.
Aw'flly glad to have met you, cheerio, and toodle-oo.
I'll miss you... so much.?
Joy
Greg & Joyce Lucich
March 11, 2008
Dear Steve and Family:
Greg and I were extremely saddened to hear the news of Kristine's untimely death. We were not close friends but feel very fortunate to have met the both of you on Maui and enjoyed many laugh filled times. Kristine's smile empitomized her zest for life; her boundless humor; and her openess. We have many good memories of our times together. We sincerely hope that beautiful memories of her will lighten your hearts and bring smiles to your faces. It was her way.
Love and prayer to you all,
Joyce & Greg Lucich
Nancy Zylstra
March 11, 2008
Dear Kristy. You are truly one of a kind and will be missed by so many people. I have countless fond memories of time spent with you over a cup of coffee, at your great Christmas parties and of course Birch Bay. Your wonderful heart touched so many that words cannot describe the loss we are all feeling.
Dear Steve, Derek, David and Amy. My deepest condolences go out to you for your loss. Kristy was taken too early. I will miss her and her wonderful spirit.
Marilyn & Jim Kay
March 11, 2008
It has been a delight to have been your neighbors for almost 18 years. Kristine spent a lot of time outdoors and was always ready with a smile and a hello. We enjoyed your stories about the neighborhood, the cats, dogs and coyotes. You will be greatly missed. To Steve and family you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin O'Sullivan
March 10, 2008
Dear Trulson Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I am sorry for your loss.
Joanie Harris
March 10, 2008
Kristie I've thought of you so many times in the past few years and all the crazy things we of the "Valhalla Irregulars" did and how you were always my rock when I needed help and guidance. Now in the night sky over here where I now live and the sky is so clear and a person can see for miles and miles "my rock" is now the brightest star and can be seen forever. Thank you for your friendship Kristie. Thank you Steven, Derek, David and Amy for always sharing her with all of us.
Joanie Harris and Jack Willis
Lind, WA
Chad Sedam
March 10, 2008
Kristine was one of a few "neiborhood mothers" that made sure we stopped playing long enough to eat a pb&j. One of my fondest memories of Kristine was from Birch Bay rather than Valhalla. On the second to the last day of vacation we would play games and do relay races on the lawn. Kristine would make awards for each event and she made sure every one got one. My favorite was for stubbing my toe and being a "man" about it. I will miss you and too Steve, Derek, David and Amy, you have my condolences.
Jim Greer
March 10, 2008
To Steve and the Trulson Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Kristine. She will be missed by so many friends and relatives. Kristine was the only person that could beat Steve in tennis and not hear to many excuses from Steve. We enjoyed Kristine and Steve's friendship for many years, including Birch Bay, Hawaii, Apartment Partnership, and many competitve games. Kristine's glass was always half full and she would always be there for you. We will MISS you Kristine. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Greer and Gail Holmes
Katie Kramer
March 9, 2008
Whenever I hear or see a chickadee, I will think of you Kristine. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories, especially the numerous funny ones. You are a one of a kind woman. I will miss you dearly.
Jan Perry Ann Truax
March 9, 2008
We cannot tell you how much of a loss we feel. Kristine was a very special neighbor to Jan and me - to Jan for so very many years. Our hearts have cracks they didn't have a week ago. Steve, we ache for you Amy, Derek and David - and for the grandkids who have lost a fine grandmother.
Tom Shoaf
March 9, 2008
Dear Trulson Family,
We are so sad to hear about Kristine's passing. Although I did not know her well and has been over 20 years since I saw her last, I can remember vividly her graciousness and kindness in putting up with Derek's college buddies raiding the fridge after a round at Wayne; the All American mom in every way.
We pray that you find peace and strength during this time of deep sorrow.
Tom and Jenny Shoaf
Ed and Linda Radding
March 9, 2008
With great sadness, we say good-bye to a dear friend and family member. We loved you the first time we met. Your warmth and smile allowed us to connect immediately. You were taken too soon...we had so much to look forward to in the future. We will always think of you. Our loving thoughts to your family at this time of grief.
Jeff Jewett
March 9, 2008
My "Auntie" Kristine - the best Godmother a boy could ever ask for! I seriously didn't know our families were not biologically related until embarassingly late in life :) I will always remember our family vacations to Birch Bay and your crazy holiday parties - I hold those times, and you, very dear to my heart. I will fondly remember you always, Auntie Kristine!
Megan Linklater
March 8, 2008
There is not a childhood memory without Kristine in them. She made you laugh and stay on your toes so you could have a quick comeback to what she is about to say to you. This world already feels different without her in it. She will always be alive in my heart by remebering the fun times we all had together and the special ones also. Thank you Kristine for your love all these years and for the very special friendship you gave my Mom. We love you Trulson family.
Love,
Megan Linklater (Kramer)
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