Kristin Walters

Kristin Walters, age 32, of Peoria, Arizona passed away at home on November 2, 2014, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Kristin was involved in a car accident on October 20th, which caused severe injuries. Kristin is the beloved daughter of Steve (Sarah) Walters and Kathy (Fred) Garfield and granddaughter to Lois Steimle. She is a beloved sister to Hayley Walters, Lindsay (Brian) Masching, Stephanie (Scott) Freed and Heath (Amy) Dodson. Kristin was also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, many wonderful friends and by her beloved pets Angel, Lacey and Rocco. She was preceded in death by her step-mom Dian Walters and her Grandparents Thomas and Mary Alice Davis, Rocky Rodino and William Steimle. Kristin was raised in Downers Grove, IL and attended Montini High School. She then moved to Arizona and graduated from Arizona State University. She had a very successful career in sales, first working in real estate for Pulte Homes in the Phoenix area, followed by pharmaceutical sales for Medimetriks Pharmaceuticals in both Arizona and Las Vegas. Kristin was very passionate about all parts of her life. She embraced new challenges and loved with her whole heart. She had a lifelong connection with, and love of, all animals! She especially loved riding horses, loved to travel and explore new places, and always filled a room with joy and laughter. Her many friends and loved ones will sorely miss her immense spirit, smile and laughter, friendship and dedication to those around her. Kristin's memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Arabian Knights Farms on Clarendon Hills Road in Willowbrook, IL. A celebration of her life will also be held in Arizona in early December for close friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kristin's honor to the Arizona Equine Rescue Organization (www.azequinerescur.org) or any humane society.