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Kristin Hetz Obituary
KRISTIN ANN HETZ
Kristin A. (Topolosky) Hetz, of the District of Columbia, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2012. She was a devoted mother to Jacob and Max and beloved wife to Scott Hetz. Kristin was born May 28, 1975 in Pittsburgh, PA. She is the daughter of Paul and Kathleen (McCann) Topolosky and is survived by her brother Mark Topolosky and sister Lynn (Barry) Raus. Kristin was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. She was the Director of Visual Marketing at Nine West and Sketchers before becoming a full-time mother. She was enthusiastic about children and had a passion for art and photography. Friends may call at Gawler's Funeral Home, 5130 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016 on Monday, February 13 between 5 to 8 p.m. Visitation will also be held on February 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. and February 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home in Pittsburgh, PA (1111 Monroeville Ave, Turtle Creek, PA 15145) and a funeral service on February 17 at North American Martyrs Church (2526 Haymaker Rd, Monroeville, PA 15146). In honor of Kristin's dedication to inspiring and growing young artists, donations can be made to the Kristin Hetz Arts Education Fund at Janney Elementary, c/o the Janney PTA, 4130 Albemarle St, NW Washington, DC 20016.
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February 21, 2012
Dear Scott, Jacob and Max,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Jen, Chris and Grady Worth
Tracy Smith
February 20, 2012
I remember Kristen from school. She always had a smile on her face, and was always so happy. She is an angel now watching over you and your family. I hope her boys know what a wonderful person their mom was. May god bless you and help yo find some comfort in this very difficult time.
lissette fuentes
February 20, 2012
hi mr scott
its me lissette from crunch fitness receptionist..
im really soooo,sorry for your loss..
you are in my prayers..
now ms:hetz shes in better place...!!
crunch fitness!
Michael Marcus DMD
February 19, 2012
Scott,
I just heard the news, and I am so sad. My thoughts are with you.
Amy Weiss Felsenthal
February 19, 2012
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Topolosky, Lynn, Mark and Scott,
Kristin will be missed. She was so good about visiting when we was in town. We saw so much of her in Jake and Max and know they will be able to keep that with them. She was so talented and sweet. We will treasure her artistic talent in our Weiss family book forever. Thank you for setting up the Kristin Hetz Art Education Fund, so others can benefit from those she touched.
Much Love -Amy, Marty, Nate, Gracie and Lucy
Karen Czesnakowski
February 18, 2012
Heaven opened up and the sun came out and Kristen became and angel. There will be no peace in heaven now that Kristen has arrived. I'm sure she entered heaven the same way she entered our hearts with a burst of energy a smile that lights up the room a contagious laugh and maybe even a sassy look. May u now be in peace. We miss you and we will love you forever!
Sherry Crosby
February 17, 2012
With deepest sympathy, Carl & Sherry Crosby.
Gary Greenbaum
February 17, 2012
Scott
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan More
February 15, 2012
Dear Scott and family,
I was saddened by your loss. My sympathy to all of you. You are in my deep prayers.
Love Sue More
February 15, 2012
Scott
We were saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Rodman's Pharmacy Staff
Leslie Clutter-McKinley
February 15, 2012
To all of Kristen's family and dear friends, may you find peace and comfort in coming days. Our world will not be the same without her grace. I have nothing but fond memories of Kristen and she will never be forgotten. I am deeply saddened and sending you many prayers.
Angela Rocco
February 15, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to all who loved Kristin. She will be missed and always remembered.
Tara & Team Juicy Couture
February 15, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Topolosky and Hetz family. You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Kim Livesay
February 15, 2012
Scott, my heart goes out to you and your family. I pray that God will give you comfort, peace and healing during this tragic time.
Robert Rickard
February 15, 2012
Wishing peace, comfort, and solace for you and the family. All of our prayers and sympathy go out to you.
Caroline Cadek Clark
February 14, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to all of her family. I have such fond memories of all the time I spent at the Topoloski house growing up! You were all so fun and welcoming. I will cherish those memories. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers continuously. Love you all.
Carlo Rosati
February 14, 2012
Kit, Paul, Lynn, Mark, Max, Jacob, and Scott-
Sending all of you our love.
Kristen's, joy was her beauty, inside and out. She was so loved. I am sorry we did not know about the Monday service till today. Patti, Chris and I will pray for Kristin and all of you. During this time of need we will keep you in our prayers. We wish we could be there with you to hug and remember Kristin and all the good things in life. Love you all; Carlo, Patti and Chris
Cindy Lynch
February 14, 2012
Dearest Aunt Kit, Uncle Paul, Lynn, Mark, Max, Jacob, and Scott-
Sending all our love to all of you! Your Kristen, such a beautiful girl, inside and out, so loved. I know you will all hold on tight to each other and help each other make it through together. I so wish I could be there with you to hug you and pray with you. I love you all!
February 14, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Topolosky and Hetz families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda and Larry Petrillo
February 14, 2012
Dear Kitty, Paul and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Kristin's passing. Although no words can take away the pain you are feeling, we hope it helps to know that so many care and share your grief! Our prayers are will you all!
God Bless You!
Joe and Janet Cambruzzi
Catherine Van Wyck
February 14, 2012
Dear Kitty and Paul,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for the sudden loss of your daughter, Kristin. And for the pain of the loss you now bear.
With deepest sympathy,
Catherine Vincunas Van Wyck
(Frank's sister)
February 14, 2012
All of us at Dr. Steven Kahan's office were saddened to learn of Mrs. Hetz's passing and though we didn't know her personally we will be praying for her family. We know this is not an easy time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Kahan & Staff
John Fiscus
February 14, 2012
Scott,
Your strength and humor in this trying time is a monument to your character. It's an honor to call you friend.
In my heart and thoughts,
Jennifer (Scherer) Sachar
February 14, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Hetz and Topolosky families. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mike and Judy Morris
February 14, 2012
Scott,
We are saddened to hear of Kristen's passing. Please know that you and the boys are in our thoughts during this very difficult time.
Erik Champagne
February 14, 2012
Dear Topolosky Family,
I am very sorry to hear your sudden loss. I have many fond memories of Kristin from our childhood and getting to go to school together. I will keep you, Kristin's sons, husband and Kristin in my prayers. You all have my deepest sympathy.
February 14, 2012
Dear Kitty and Paul, You have our deepest sympathy during this difficult time of great loss. You are in our prayers. Chester and Judy Dopkowski
Kelly Abbate
February 14, 2012
Dear Topolosky's,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Kristin's children and husband. Kristin was a beautiful, creative, and talented human being, whom I had the pleasure to meet through my good friend, Mark. I am so sorry for your loss. My wish is that you will find strength as a family to overcome this. God bless you. All my love, Kelly
Peter & Crystal Kwon
February 14, 2012
Scott, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Deanna (Bruce) Booths
February 14, 2012
Scott, my family and I will keep you in our prayers. May God watch over all of you and guide you. Mr. and Mrs. Topolosky, Lynn and family, you all have my deepest sympathy.
Marge & Bud Painter
February 13, 2012
Dear Scott and sons,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Jim & Mary Swankler
February 13, 2012
Dear Kitty and Paul, Jim and I are very saddened to hear of you loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May the Holy Spirit give you and yours strength to weather this difficult time.
Jennifer Samuels-Zona
February 13, 2012
Dear Topolosky's,
I am thinking of you, Kristin's husband and sons during this difficult time. Mark and I were close friends throughout college, and through my sorority, I had the oppurtunity to meet Kristin. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Churik-Cerniglia
February 13, 2012
Many of my childhood memories include Krissy's smiling face and infectious spirit! May God guide you all to peace through this tragic time. Forever in our hearts...
Patricia Connelly
February 13, 2012
Dear Kitty and Paul, My deepest, sincere sympathy to you and your family. I am so sorry for your devastating loss. I will say prayers for your dear Kristin. Patricia Connelly
Kathy Foley-Cooksey
February 13, 2012
Dear Scott, Our heartfelt sympathies to you, your boys, and your family during this time of sudden loss. There are no words. Please know that you are all in our prayers. Kathy and Bob Cooksey
Adam Dorfman
February 13, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Topolosky family and all those affected by the tragic and sudden loss of Kristin. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Adam Dorfman
(former colleague and dear friend of Mark's)
Stacey (Solka) Robb
February 13, 2012
Paul, Kitty, Mark and Lynn: We are so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen any of you for a very long time but I remember playing with Lynn and Krissy especially while growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kristen's husband and boys.
Kate McLynn
February 13, 2012
Scott,
My deepest sympathy to you, Jake & Max and your entire family. Kristin brought such wonder to all of our lives and she will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
Dave Turner
February 13, 2012
So sadden to hear of Kristin's passing. My deepest condolences to her family and close friends. I grew up and went to school with Kristin, and always knew I would be sitting beside her in homeroom, since our last names were so close together. She was a vibrant girl, and always had a big smile on her face. Rest in peace Kristen. The class of 93 will always miss you
February 13, 2012
Scott,
Very sorry to hear of Kristin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dr. Joe Boesch and staff
Deacon Joe and Betti Cicero
February 13, 2012
Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to the Topolosky and Hetz families. God Bless you and keep you close.
Sandra Hetz
February 13, 2012
Scott and boys,
This is Aunt Sandy in Florida. I heard about your loss and I feel so bad that I never had met her. She sounds like a wonderul person. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you can find peace in this very sorrowful time. With love, Aunt Sandy.
Ryan Lang
February 13, 2012
Scott, Paul, Kitty, Mark, and Lynn,
My deepest sympathy. I remember hearing of Kristin well before meeting her in 5th grade (thanks Mrs. T), and I was not disappointed. Kristin was always able to bring a smile to those around her and my memories of her will always be fond ones. The class of 93' will forever miss our class president, our little red engine that could....
Rockville Dental Arts
February 13, 2012
Dr. Hetz,we are deeply sorry for your loss. We know this will be a hard time for you and your boys. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Schweiss
February 13, 2012
You are in my thoughts and prayes.
Daniel
February 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family this day, may you be comforted with the thought of knowing that very soon the God of tender mercies WILL wipe the tears from our eyes and death will be no more.
Sincerly,
Melissa McConnell
February 13, 2012
Your family are in my prayers and thoughts through this difficult time!
Mark and Lori Petri
February 13, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to all of you in your loss. Our prayers are that the beautiful memories you carry with you of Kristin will bring you comfort, strength and peace in the difficult times ahead.
Jorge Lindo
February 13, 2012
Dear Scott, I met Kristin just a couple of times through Juliana, and even though we did not pursue a closer friendship, she did leave a few memories with her sparkly personality and sincere smile. Her memory and all of you, especially the kids will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May God bless you and keep you strong through these hard times.
Sincerely,
Maria Clemente-Dicesere
February 13, 2012
To the Topolosky Family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I remember Kristen when she was a little girl and she always had such a beautiful smile on her face and seemed to always be laughing. Your neighbors are here for you if you need anything.
Jesselyn Radack
February 13, 2012
I'm shocked and saddened to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with Jake, Max and their entire family.
Natalie Kvacek-Sipula
February 13, 2012
God bless your family during this difficult time.
Heather Roy
February 12, 2012
Scott,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jake, and Max.
Mrs. Roy
Carrie Jenkins Kamm
February 12, 2012
Scott, I am a sorority sister of Kristin's-we pledged together. I have great memories with her. She was creative, funny, and a wonderful person. I met up with her about two years ago in DC when I was there for work. She lit up talking about your sons and the joys of being a mom. I am heartbroken by her passing. My love and prayers are with you, your sons, and your family.
Katie Harrill
February 12, 2012
A farewell is necessary before we can meet again, and meeting again, after moments or a lifetime is certain for those who are friends. For those of us who knew Kristin, and for those who were not as lucky, her character, charisma, and infectious smile/laughter will live forever. Prayers to her loving family, especially her two beautiful children who had the most wonderful mother in the world. Here's to you Kristin. Wishing you happiness and peace. You will always be in my heart.
Brian Lorei
February 12, 2012
Scott,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family for your loss. May God bless you and your family with warm memories to cherish and the strength to carry you all through this difficult time.
February 12, 2012
Diana and I extend our most sincere condolences. We are here for you and the boys.
Steven and Diana Guttenberg
gary geracci
February 12, 2012
Scott, sooooooo sorry to hear the news, my sympathy to you and your family, such a shock. God bless you and your family, Gary Geracci
Tiffany Subach
February 12, 2012
May God bless Kristins soul and may Angels watch over you all.
Glenn Raus
February 12, 2012
Scott, Lynn, Barry, Mark, Paul & Kitty,
May Kristen's infectious smile and laughter fill your hearts forever. You are all in our prayers.
Love,
Glenn, Audra & Caroline
Chrystal (Bagnall) Borland
February 12, 2012
Scott,
Just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kris Krahe Devine
February 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your sweet memories, the support of your friends and love of your children bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Lynsie Pfleegor
February 12, 2012
Dear Scott and family,
I was one of Kristin's sorority sisters and I want to send you my heartfelt sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jodi Leibowitz-Shumbres
February 12, 2012
May God bless your family with healing and comfort. I am so sorry...
Chrissy Antolik
February 12, 2012
Scott I am deeply sorry for your loss. I know it will be a hard time for you and your boys. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelley Nehman
February 12, 2012
Scott, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tammy Stearns-Rebre
February 12, 2012
Scott and family, my deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Lori Kocon Lacquement
February 11, 2012
Scott and family, My heart goes out to you. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
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