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Kristin Reller Obituary
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Joan Kelly
December 14, 2024
I have faith that we will meet again. I lost my first husband Tom on December 5
a week ago on Thursday, My two sons are grieving now, I still and never will forget my relationship with you, a special smile for me always. And the happy memories we all share of your fun times at the lake, the pool, special holidays, chocolate chip cookies in our kitchen, something about helping with your growing up, so much is missed for you, Anthony, Mom and Dad/ i have always loved you and I always will, Dear Kristin, Aunt Joan
Patricia Reller
December 12, 2024
This weekend will mark 11 years that our dear sweet Kristin left us way too soon. She was a shining star and bright light in my life and the lives of our families. I have so many wonderful memories. Probably one of the most special moments was when I first put her in my arms at 9 months old in Paraguay before we adopted her. Our many trips together, piano and cello and piano duets and wonderful weekends at Sauk Lake are some special times. Anthony and Don were so good to her and together we were a strong family unit. Rest in peace, sweet one. I love you and 'love lives on forever'.
Mom
Kristin on her 16th birthday!
Pat Reller
December 12, 2023
It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since we lost our dear sweet Kristin. She was such a beautiful young woman both inside and out. I miss her enchanting smile and her sense of humor and her amazing talents in so many areas. She was an amazing musician, both piano and cello, artist and writer. She loved math and began her career as an accountant. She was loved by many and is still dearly missed. Her friends used to call her the Paraguayan princess! Lovely expression of their friendship. Rest in peace my dear sweet daughter. Love lives on forever and you are missed more that one can imagine.
Judith Cebula
December 12, 2023
This beautiful girl made Patricia a mom for the first time. And Don continued his life as a dad. I pray that the light of her life will always shine in those who will never stop loving her.
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Joan Kelly
December 13, 2022
Kristin was the daughter I never had, my Godchild, deep happy memories, so hard for all of us who loved her so much. She brought light into our home. Hope you see Paul now and then. Aunt Joan
Maggie King
December 13, 2022
My shared times with Kristin at the University of St. Thomas are such happy memories. I think of Kristin often and know that she feels all our love.
Judith Cebula
December 12, 2022
It is hard to believe that Kristin has been gone for 9 years. But she is not truly gone. Her spirit lives on in her parents and in her brother and in all others who love her still. Aunt Patricia and Uncle Don, I remain grateful for all that you have taught me about love and about faith. Please know that on Wednesday you will be in my prayers of gratitude, but also in prayers for your peace. I love you.
Katherine Holten
September 8, 2016
"If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; Ah yes, these things I too will miss."
Reminiscing on the "orch dorks" and our superior cello section. 9 years ago, Matt, Katie and I visited you as you started college at St. Thomas. So much fun that night. Thinking of you, Katherine
Chris Bownik-Meyer
August 17, 2016
Dear Kristin,
You are deeply missed in our lives. Your mom loved talking about you and Anthony, keeping friends and family updated on each of your accomplishments. It was always wonderful to see Pat light up when talking about you both! Also, Kristin, I sense that you send loving messages to your mom, dad and brother each day to say hello!
Love to you,
Allyssa Mashak
August 14, 2016
Whenever I see a bunny, I say "look at the bun bun" in the voice you used to say it. And I see a lot of bunnies these days!
Timehop is good at reminding me of some great memories we had together - I still miss the heck out of you some days, but you are forever in my heart.
Happy belated birthday K-Dawg.
Margie Hebig
August 6, 2016
Dear Pat, Don and Anthony,
I hope your day was filled with many wonderful precious memories of Kristin. Know she is watching over you every single day and is missing you as well.
May there be peace in your hearts today and every day.
Lots of love and prayers,
Margie
Jenny Holte
August 6, 2016
Don and Pat,
You must have so many wonderful memories of birthdays past and ordinary days past. I feel grateful for your openness to talking about Kristin. I did not know her, but I know as a mom, she is and always will be a profound part of you, and for me to know you, is also to know Kristin and Tony, your history together, and all that they mean to you.
Much love,
Jenny
August 6, 2016
Happy Birthday dear Kristin :)
We think of her often, especially every time we walk past her Pooh Bear on our bookshelf. She was a kind and gentle soul, with an infectious and sparkling smile. She will not be forgotten as she is greatly missed by all she touched in her life.
Blessings & Hugs,
Jim, Brenda, Alex, Jake & Sam
August 6, 2016
What a great idea keeping Kristin's memorial book open all the time. I know that I still think about and pray for her often. There is a hole in my heart just Kristin's size
Love and blessings,
Mary LaHay
Carol Monastero
August 5, 2016
Although we never met Kristin, Patti and Don we feel as if we knew your precious Kristin. Frank and I wish you only beautiful memories.
Love you cousin Carol and Frank
Susan Byrnes
August 5, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers as your family celebrates Kristin's life. She was a wonderful person. I know you all miss her deeply.
John Byrnes
August 5, 2016
Kristin, I'm sure you know you were much loved and are missed.
Joand and Paul Thronson
August 5, 2016
Dear Kristin,
How much we remember you, loved your music so much, happy to be with your friends, great student, beautiful young lady when we met you for dinner, kind and gentle, how can we ever forget the wonderful time we spent with you, lots of play times, laughing with Tony, in every measure you brought joy to us. I know God has found a place for you in the beautiful kingdom, but you know, we wanted you to stay here with us, everyone misses you, you are in our hearts forever. Dear Keistin, Mom and Dad and Tony miss you so very much. We love you.
Aunt Joan and Uncle Paul
Alice Freeman
August 5, 2016
I was sure sorry to hear you lost your daughter, such sad news. I'm glad you have lots of good memories! I hope the memories will help with the sad times
July 19, 2016
I have so many fond memories of my days with Kristin while she was here at St. Thomas. The summertime was especially fun because we would take work breaks outside and walk around campus with the other students. Kristin's beautiful smile shines all over our hearts here. We will always keep her spirit alive. Happy Birthday Kristin!
In loving remembrance,
Maggie King
Jeanne Klein
July 16, 2016
Kristin was a beautiful young lady. Full of life and love of family and friends. I only saw her briefly when I came to visit Pat but she always had a smile and was ready to talk to you as if she had known you forever. She may be gone but she will never be forgotten!
Laura Booth
July 14, 2016
Dear Rellers:
We are keeping you in our prayers. Love Laura & Doug Booth
Jenny Sevaldson
January 10, 2016
My favorite memories with Kristin are all just little things that would happen while we lived together through our first year of college. We often were the only two roommates there over the weekend and that gave us a special bond. We always liked to be silly and play with photobooth on our computer (the days before selfies were invented!). One time we decided to make cookies in the residence hall kitchen and we had a heck of a time figuring out how to make them without all the given supplies one would normally have in a kitchen. She loved animals and she got our room a little turtle. It was the cutest thing and she took such great care of it. She would always share funny pictures of things like giant bunnies or anything fluffy. I also remember the time her and Erica came to Chicago for Lollapalooza and stayed at my house. They came back so muddy and sweaty but had such a great time. She had such a sweet nature and we shared so many laughs over little things. The things that made Kristin so special were really all of her little interactions with people. Her smile was contagious and when I think of her I always remember that beautiful smile she had! I wish we stayed closer after graduation but I really cherish all the memories I had with her.
Jessica Connolly-Russow
January 7, 2016
Kristin is in heaven now but we still miss her here. I have memories of her in high school and on the soccer field. I am glad to have had time to know her because she is a kind, compassionate person who could always make another friend feel welcome to the group. She would have done so much with her life on earth if she wasn't taken so soon because of how she valued helping people. She is a great friend and a pleasure to have had as a team mate on the soccer field. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."
Mary Gerdesmeier
December 14, 2014
She was a beautiful soul.
March 18, 2014
My Dear Pat, We send you our love and heartfelt prayers to you and your family, that you may find the strength you need to get through each day. I cannot even imagine the heart ache and pain you must be feeling. This is just so very aweful, how could such a thing even happen. I am so so sorry. I know how we shared stories of our wonderful girls. I know that Kristin was just the very light of your life. You were an amazing, strong wonderful Mother to her. I am here if you would like to tell me all about your wonderful daughter. 612-919-4146. Truly I will call to talk. I am praying for you and your family. Peace of the Holy Spirit be with you, on this impossible Lenten Journey. Love and Peace to you.
Mitzi Joyce, Cathie, Tricia and Teddy. 612-919-4146.
Pat Reller
December 27, 2013
Thank you to everyone who has signed her guest book. She was a wonderful young woman full of promise who died much too soon. May perpetual life shine upon her. May she be surrounded by angels in heaven.
Kay Reller-Stewart
December 25, 2013
I know Kristen is waiting for you is heaven. May you find peace wrapped in our Saviours loving arms. I love you Aunt Pat and Uncle Don.
December 23, 2013
Pat and Family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. May your faith bring you to peace with knowing and believing that your beautiful daughter is in Heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ. There are no words to describe your grief, please know you have friends praying for you.
Blessings and Peace,
Shirley Barnes
December 21, 2013
How could this be?
Chris Ebner
December 21, 2013
Dear Pat and Don and the rest of the family,
I am absolutely heart-broken to hear of Kristin's passing. Please know that she, as well as your family are in my thoughts and prayers these coming days. She was one of those kids that you meet that brightens all of those around her.
Condolences,
Chris Ebner
December 21, 2013
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Kristin. Her bright smile and eagerness to learn is vivid in my mind as her former teacher at RSI. My thought and prayers are with all of you.
Mark Quinn
John Comer
December 21, 2013
Don, Pat and Tony, Our condolences on your loss. Kristin passed to soon from this world and the world will be the worse for it. Our thoughts are with you.
Stephen Trost
December 20, 2013
Dear Don and Pat, know that I wish you God's peace during this extremely difficult time. I remember how Pat doted on Kristin and that you and Don loved her very much. Please accept my condolences and know that we care about you and your family.
Kerry Krawczyk-LeMieux
December 20, 2013
Pat, Don and Tony-
I am so sorry to hear of Kristin's passing. She will forever live in my mind as a sweet, kind and giggley kindergartner:) May the memories of all the wonderful time shared with her bring you comfort.
Mike Warden
December 20, 2013
Dear Pat and Don,
I was so sorry to hear about Kristin. I only met her a few times, but she seemed like a remarkable young woman. With a son the same age, it just is overwhelming to me how devastated you must feel. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christy Michelli
December 20, 2013
Don and Pat,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Kristin. She was a wonderful student who loved music and life. You are in my prayers and thoughts!
Christy Michelli
paul thronson
December 20, 2013
we miss you and cherish your memory, your smile and pleasant personality will always be missed, so sad may the lord look over you and cherish you Kristin, our great sympathy to the family you are in our prayers.
December 20, 2013
Pat, Don and family Oh Pat and Don my heart aches for you. You loved your children so much and were so proud of them. My deepest sympathy to you both and your family. Judy Gerten
December 20, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to you for this sad, sad loss. May you find comfort in the memories you hold dear and in drawing close to God in prayer.
Jeremiah 29:12,13
Tara LaFerla
December 19, 2013
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Reller and Kristin's siblings, I had the opportunity to get to know Kristin at St.Thomas through the Summer Academy program. I remember your family well. Kristin was a bright young woman who I know cared deeply for you --- you gave her a beautiful life! I'm so sorry it was so short. What a loss for the world. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Tara LaFerla (formerly UST Multicultural Student Services)
Shaundra Murray
December 19, 2013
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Kristin. She always had such a great smile, and a welcoming heart. She will truly be missed.
Cathy Kurvers
December 19, 2013
Don, Pat and Tony,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief.
Pauleen Le
December 19, 2013
The world now shines a little dimmer without you, my dear friend, but I will forever cherish all of our fun memories in REAL Program/Summer Academy and orchestra. I miss you and I am thinking of you.
December 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. So very sad to hear about Kristin.
Rosie & Joe McCullagh
Leila Campbell
December 19, 2013
Dear Pat and Don,
I am so sad to learn the news of your precious daughter's death. I will hold you in my prayers as you get through this tragic time. There are no words that can be said to comfort you but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ellen Brenna
December 19, 2013
Kristin and I met under strange circumstances when we were 5. She had gotten off the school bus at the wrong stop and my grandmother and I took her back home. We were friends from that moment on, on school bus 45.
Kristin and I lost touch in the past few years, and I regret that. She was a wonderful person and a great friend. The thoughts of the Brenna family are with her loved ones during this sad time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Michael Hasapopoulos
December 19, 2013
I can't express my sorrow! You are a great person and great student, Kristin!
Mr. H
December 19, 2013
To the family of Kristin
When the Lord calls our loved ones home,he leaves a gift of memories in exchnage. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob, Carolyn, Julie, Lloyd and Mike
December 19, 2013
Dear Kristin, I am so sorry and will love you forever. Aunt Joan
Paula Sparling
December 19, 2013
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your beautiful Kristin. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Barnett
December 19, 2013
So sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you and want you to know we are thinking of you. She was a beautiful and talented bright young woman.
Denise Barnett
Janet (Gruenke) Radtke
December 19, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers go out to you and Family. Our children are so precious and I cant imagine the loss you are feeling. Draw on the lessons of Life, Love, Strength and Happiness she has bestowed on you.
Blessed Be Her Memory
Mary Gerdesmeier
December 19, 2013
Dear Pat, Don and Tony
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter. I will always remember the huge smile she greeted everyone with. My prayers,and thoughts are with you.
December 19, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman. Our prayers and thoughts are with you everyday. St. Therese Staff in New Hope Barb Rode-CEO
Grace
December 19, 2013
We were in the Summer Academy together. We were planning to meet as a group soon. I will deeply miss her energy and positivity. May God cherish you in heaven as we cherished you on earth.
Der Her
December 19, 2013
Kristin, you will be truly missed. You are such an amazing person and kind human being. It is so heartbreaking.
My heart goes out to your family and the rest of those who were lucky enough to have you as a part of their lives.
Ramon Catillo
December 19, 2013
My Dear Host-Family.
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness that I feel about My Dear Host-Sister Kristin R. Reller death. I am here to support you in your grieving process. I am so far away from you but my heart is with you.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Ramon Castillo, Colima, Mexico.
Geri (Gruenke) Leedahl
December 19, 2013
Uncle Donald & Aunt Pat, I can only begin to imagine the pain & sorrow you are feeling at this time. When I think of losing one of my own as you have, I can not go there. I know you are are strong. I pray for God to strengthen you for the days to come. May His unexplainable peace be yours.
S. Lee
December 19, 2013
Kristin was the first person I ever ate with at college the summer before our freshman year during Summer Academy. I felt so out of place, but she made me feel welcome in the new environment I was in. My thoughts and prayers are with Kristin, her family, and friends.
Jeannette Haggerty
December 18, 2013
So very sorry to hear of this heartbreaking loss. I know she was precious to you.
Teresa
December 18, 2013
You are in God's hands, safe and warm, right were we all wish to be someday. Until we meet again! Love Teresa
christine gregori
December 18, 2013
Dear Reller family,
Please take comfort in these words:
I thessalonians 4 :13 -18
But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. For this we declare to you by a word from the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words.
December 18, 2013
My daughter, Alex Reed and I were just reminiscing about those early years with Language Immersion, soccer, girl scouts, etc. Such a wonderful girl .. I remember her clearly ... my heart goes out to you .. such a loss.
Karen Grande
Alex Reed
December 18, 2013
I spent a lot of time in my younger girls with Kristin. We lost touch as we grew older but I will always have those fond memories. She was incredibly smart and just a genuinely nice human being. I can imagine everyone in her life would have such wonderful things to say about her. She will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.
wanda pufpaff
December 18, 2013
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your precious,beautiful daughter. The depth of your sorrow is great and I wish you peace,comfort and strength.
Melissa Anderson
December 18, 2013
I was blessed to have known Kristin, as we worked together at Minnesota Computers. Kristin was an incredible force in life, with the brightest personality and I will miss her deeply. My thoughts are with the Reller family and all of the many lives that Kristin has touched.
Pat Carroll
December 18, 2013
It is hard to find the words to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss! My candle is lit and Kristin and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Davidson
December 18, 2013
Dear Kristin, I am a better person for having known you. You always added sunshine to the day when we worked together at St. Thomas. You will be missed by so many and thought of with love.
December 18, 2013
We are shocked and very sorry this happened. Kristin, you are so loved and will be missed forever.
-Julie and Christopher
Mary Bloomquist
December 18, 2013
Pat and family,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days and weeks to come. I'm sorry you lost your precious daughter. I pray that God will hold you close as you grieve her loss.
Mary Bloomquist
Beth
December 18, 2013
To Kristin's Family and friends. I have had the honor of talking with Kristin this year. I do and will miss her beautiful smile at Saturday morning meetings. I will have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Beth D.
Ken Morse
December 18, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Marilyn Linderman
December 18, 2013
Pat, Don & Tony. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your most precious daughter and sister.
December 18, 2013
Deepest sympathies to Uncle Don, Aunt Pat and rest of the family. Kristen and all of you are in our thoughts and prayers!
Jim Gruenke and family
Jenna
December 18, 2013
I only met Kristin a few times, but she always had a smile on her face and was very friendly to everyone around her. My thoughts are with her family and friends.
Jaclyn Pylvainen
December 18, 2013
Your passing fills many with sadness. You will be missed by the Pylvainen family.
Lorna Leistikow
December 18, 2013
Pat, Don and Tony, I am truly sorry for your loss. Words cannot express such great sorrow. There will be many prayers, including mine, to pray you through this and may you rely on God's Peace at this difficult time.
Gina
December 18, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Kirstin at UST. I feel blessed I got to know her and her terrific sense of humor. She was a kind young woman, and my thoughts are with you during such an incredibly difficult time. No words can bring comfort to your grief, but I'll be praying that peace will find you through this time.
Judy Cebula
December 18, 2013
Aunt Patricia, Uncle Don, and Tony, you are in my thoughts and in my prayers for peace and healing. Words are not quite enough, but we love you all.
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