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Kristi Hudak Obituary
SOUTH BEND - Kristi Catherine Hudak, 29, passed away at 11:32 a.m. Saturday, March 17 in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, South Bend. She was born on June 7, 1977, in South Bend to Irene C. (Huston) and Robert John Hudak. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert who died on October 1, 1988. Surviving Kristi are her mother, Irene of South Bend; two sisters, Karyn (David) Batdorf of South Bend, and Kim (Rodd) Strong of Knoxville, TN; and her fiancé, Brian Jennings of South Bend. Kristi was a bank teller for AAA Credit Union, South Bend. She was a 1995 graduate of the former LaSalle High School, South Bend, and was also a graduate of Ivy Tech, South Bend. She enjoyed doing crafts and bowling and she loved to fish with her fiancé, Brian. Kristi was a loving, caring and compassionate person who showed her compassion by being an organ donor, giving others in need, a chance for survival. What a loving gift she has given to mankind. Kristi will be greatly missed, by her family and friends and by all of those whose lives she touched. Services for Kristi will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 20 in the Welsheimer Family Funeral Home, 521 N. William St., South Bend, where friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today. Elder Louie Ridenour of the United Pentecostal Church, South Bend, will conduct the services. Burial will be at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, South Bend. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to The NASCAR Foundation, c/o Friends of the Foundation, P.O. Box 79281, Baltimore, MD 21279-0281 Family and friends may leave email condolences at [email protected].
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Memories and Condolences
for Kristi Hudak
virginia hatfield
March 25, 2007
I worked alongside Kristi for the
past 8 years until her death. She
was such a sweet lady. Irene you
were very blessed to have had a
daughter like her. I will miss her
alot. She will always be "my little
buddy". God bless you.....
Voncia Ward
March 23, 2007
I just heard the news and wanted to respond. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I went to Kennedy,Dickinson, and Graduated with Kristi from LaSalle. I saw her a couple of times while I was still living in South Bend she was a very sweet person. May god see you through this and my prayers are with you.
Pamela Batalis (Jegier)
March 22, 2007
Irene, Karyn & Kim: Our deepest
sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. May you know you
are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Batalis/Gordon family (Jegier)
Tiphanny Keyes
March 21, 2007
I heard of the news and had to respond, my name is Tiffany Keyes. I was a 1995 LaSalle Grad. and I was in band with Kristi for many years. She was a very sweet person and although I have not seen her in many years she will be missed in my heart. my god bless her soul and her family.
Amy Willis/Pellow
March 21, 2007
May God carry you all in your time of need, leaving only one set of "Footprints" in the sand. Kristi was a beautiful person that I had the joy of working with at Kmart and seeing at the bank. She will be greatly missed. God bless you all.
Jim & Sandy Holderread
March 20, 2007
We were so sadden by the news of Kristi. Our prayers have been with you all every since we got the news. Our prayers are still with during this time. We got to know Kristi & Brain through our daughter and son-in-law (Michelle & Banning Gladura)Kristi was a fun loving person. We wanted to attend the veiwing, but I was sick (Jim)God Bless You ALL!
Ellie Batdorf
March 20, 2007
I am so sorry to see someone so young go so soon. Thank you, Hudak family, for donating Kristi's organs. It is a gift of life you have given someone. I hope you find some sort of peace in your kind gesture. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mr & Mrs Patrick Holley
March 20, 2007
Our sympathy and prayers go out to the family and Brian who has been a good friend for a long time. Kristi will be greatly missed. The world was a better place with her in it.
c Killelea
March 19, 2007
I want to thank Kristi and her family for donating organs to those in need. My daughter had a kidney transplant last year to save her life. Your compassion for others during your dark hours is beyond the human experience. On behalf of the Marquette Primary Center I would like Jen Hudak to know we are there for you. God Bless to you all. Carla Killelea, Principal
Lynda Corbridge (Matthews)
March 19, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes to you Irene in your time of sorrow, and to Karyn & Kim also. May god be with all of you to give you strength.
Joyce & Joe Orisich
March 19, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Boyer
March 19, 2007
Our deepest sympathy goes to Kristi's mom and sisters. Brian, Dan and I are thinking of you alot.
Kristi always was a fun and crafty person. Fun to be with. Kristi,
You will always be loved. We will miss you!
Dan & Kathy Boyer
Caleb & Angi Polando
March 19, 2007
Kristi will be greatly missed, as she was a very giving person. I could always count on getting a Christmas card from her every year. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judith Cole
March 19, 2007
Hudak Family,
I worked with Kristi's Dad at Dallas and Mavis for many years. I remember the girls growing up at that time and Bob was a very proud father. Hoping fond memories comfort you at this time. My deepest regrets.
Judith Cole-fellow dispatcher
Chellie Pickens (Fisher)
March 19, 2007
My heart goes out to you Irene, Karyn, and Kim. May you trust and find strength in God.
Kenny and Lynn Hudak
March 19, 2007
We are deeply sorry for your loss Irene, Karyn, and Kim. All of you will be in our prayers.
Dale and Marie Hudak
March 19, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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