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Christin Alysabeth Gilbert

1985 - 2005

BORN

1985

DIED

2005

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Keller High School

Christin Gilbert Obituary

Christin Alysabeth Gilbert, 19, one of God's angels, was called home Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005.

Celebration of life: 4 p.m. Friday, January 21, at Lucas & Thompson Keller Funeral Home, 137 E. Hill St., Keller. Burial: private. Visitation: Christin's body will lie in state at the funeral home Thursday afternoon with the family receiving friends 6 to 8 p.m.

Memorials: Friends who desire may make memorial contributions in Christin's name to the Keller High School Special Education Department; Special Olympics; or a charity of choice.

Christin was born May 30, 1985. She was a 2004 graduate of Keller High School. Christin participated in Special Olympics and was part of the 2003 Keller High School girls state championship softball team.

Survivors: Christin is survived by and greatly loved by her father and mother, Jack and Paula Gilbert; sister, Genevieve of Keller; grandparents, Oleta and Dean Chriss of Hot Springs, Ark.; Mary Agnes Gilbert of Albuquerque, N.M.; great-grandmother, Catherine Caster of Dallas; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jan. 18, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Christin Gilbert

23 Entries

Judith Howell

February 7, 2005

My condolences to your family. I know how special your daughter was, having a grand daughter Ashley who is a downs young lady. These peoples are so special they easily take your heart and no one can say "such a shame she has down syndrom." Ashley is 15 and very special as was your Christin. Bless them all

Scott Lucado

February 5, 2005

I remember seeing Christin at weekly coin auctions; she was definitely at the center of the action, always glad to see everyone, and always in a good (if sometimes mischievous) mood.

Theatrical by nature, her measured reply of "Box!" will be forever in my memory. (Those who attended the auctions will know what I mean.)

The world is a sadder place without Christin. My wife and I extend our condolences to the Gilbert family.

Frank Provasek

February 4, 2005

I just heard of Christin's passing, and was quite saddened. She and her father came to an auction I ran almost every week during the 1990s. "Hug everyone" was her motto...more people in the world should try it.

Kari Kellar

January 28, 2005

Paula and Jack

My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. I know that leaning on God and his strength will help you through this time of sadness. Cristin was an angel here on Earth and is now holding her best friend's hand in Heaven. My grandmother read the Serenity Prayer daily and found incredible strength in times of need.

God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.

God bless you and your family.

Kari Kellar

Jennifer Rodriguez

January 27, 2005

Dear Gilbert Family,

Even though I did not know Christin very well, I do remember her hugs though. I will always miss her very much. Your family will be in my prayers.

Angie Tidwell

January 27, 2005

Gilbert Family,

My heart felt sympathy goes out to you.Though I never met your daughter I know what it is like to have a special needs child and lose them.I lost my son Branden Davis in Sept.18,2004.You had your daughter just as long as I had my son.I guess God needed them at this time.Though we do not understand why we just know that the pain that we are going through will subside in time.(at least that is what I am told by others) God gives us peace at this time when we go through this.I will be praying for you and your family.Thank You for sharing a piece of your daughter in the article that was written.She is an amazing girl!God Bless each and everyone in your family.

God Bless

Angie Tidwell 0=)

kimberly austin

January 26, 2005

I never knew who Christin was until I read about her online.Just reading about her makes me feel like I knew her in some small way.I felt so inspired by what I learned of her!My daughter is graduating from Fossil Ridge in Keller this year and wish in some way we could of met Christin!When you learn of wonderful people like your daughter who touched peoples lives in such a positive way you really wish you had met them somewhere along the way!Thank God for people like your daughter who leave behind a legacy of sunshine and smiles!I am deeply sorry for your loss and I am sure she will be deeply missed by all, including those of us who never had the privilege of really knowing her! God bless you and may His peace and comfort be with you!

Michele Nelson

January 25, 2005

Although I didn't know your precious child, I would like to express my condolences to you and your family. I feel from reading about Christin that she was greatly loved and loved greatly! She was an awesome gift to you and to others! May god bless you!

Glenda Ice Longley

January 25, 2005

I did not know you or your daughter but she sounded like such a special person I just wanted to send you Hugs and Prayers. My daughter Suzzane Ice was a 16 yr. old student in Haltom High. On the 27th of Nov. this yr. she was hit while crossing in a crosswalk and killed so I know ny daughter will be looking after your daughter because I asked Suzzane to. God must have needed to very special Angels to take our children. I will be Praying for your family. On the 27th of this month we are doing a Memorial for Suzzane at Panchos as we sit down to eat I will Pray for both of our Children. I wish you and your family Peace. May God Bless you, As for anyone reading this remeber to always tell your children you Love them as you never no what may happen. My daughter Obit is also still on this site and you can read some ofwhat people have said about her. It does help. I donated my Daughters Orgins so she is helping a lot of people her and in Heaven just as your Child did.

Angie Tidwell

January 25, 2005

My sympathy goes out to the family of this AMAZING CHILD OF GOD! I know what this family is going through.I to lost my son Branden Davis in Sept.of 2004.He was also a special needs child that required a lot of medical attention. God and family and friends will get you through the rough times. Please lean on them. These children are a unique gift and we as adults learn so much from them.Please feel free to e-mail me anytime to talk about your feelings I am here if you need to.My deepest sympathy to each and every family member.

God Bless,

Angie Tidwell

John Bagley

January 24, 2005

It's with a heavy heart I read this story. Like many I did not know Christin, But feel as if I missed out knowing a very giving person. I'm sure much was learned from her and the children she touched will see how one person can make a difference.

Hug your children and know that each is special in thier own way.

God Bless and remember the good times they matter most.

Linda Dunn

January 24, 2005

You are so blessed to have had such a great and blessed friend. I wish I had the chance to have known her as well. My God bless you and your family during this time of grief.

MARCUS COOPER

January 22, 2005

i never knew miss gilbert. but no matter who you are we are all gods children . ms gilbert had a gift from god which she did andgod say you did what i told you to do and now it time to get your reward and she got it. she his in a batter place now where she can be happy all the day long. my prays go with the family of miss gribert. always keep asmileon your face and rember that your love one in in heaven happy as she can be. may the lord my god bless you real good

Janie Waugaman

January 22, 2005

Dearest,Jack Paula & Geneivieve,

I what to tell you that I will Really miss christin. I cannot find

the words to express my feelings.

she will be in my prayers everynight. I know that she is smiling down on us.

Lana Weatherbee

January 21, 2005

As I was reading the paper today, I was deeply touched by the article about Christin. Although I did not know her, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family. After having taught second grade for 26 years, I know how rewarding it was to be on the receiving end of the hugs and the unconditional love of a precious student. May God bless you at this time of sadness.

Lana Weatherbee

Graham,TX

Arlene Chapin

January 21, 2005

Dearest Paula (and Jack) -

I remember the fantastic kenos at your house so clearly and fondly(a holiday season could not really begin until after thanksgiving keno at your house). I remember when Cristin one time put a napkin in my lap. In so many ways she saw clearer and did better than many of us do on a day-to-day basis.

She gave great hugs from day one. I remember her playing games and watching tv with Collin when I brought him to keno.

Christin gave so much to so many. She was one of God's angels on earth.

She was given such a big heart from birth because she got it from both sides of her family tree.

She was a blessing and so are you. You all made her very happy and proud. Your support and encouragement for Christin should be a role model for parenting.

It was clear that she loved you both very, very, very much.

With love from your "old" friend - Arlene

Debra Bourne

January 21, 2005

Dear Paula, Jack,& Genevieve:

I will miss Christin's warm and friendly smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jesse Cordova

January 21, 2005

The world had lost a special person, the kind that the it needs more of. Our prayers are with you.

Stephanie Spencer

January 21, 2005

Your daughter sounded like a wonderful, giving person. I'm sure she was an inspiration to many and will be in the future to those whose lives she touched. I am very sorry for your loss;

Stepanie Spencer

Marthar Spahr

January 21, 2005

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with your family.

Ashley Holt

January 20, 2005

Dear Gilberts,

I am very sorry to hear about christin. I remember her in my P.E. class.. she would always want to hold my hand while we walked around the track and she was always a sweet person. May God be with you all!

Cathy Senich

January 18, 2005

So sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you.

Cathy Senich

McCall and Dave Eng

January 17, 2005

Dear Paula, Jack, and Genevieve,

I will always remember Christin's friendly smile. She was truly one of God's angels.

Peace,

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