I met Kris back in the 1990s when we both worked at Austin Community College. We had remained good friends throughout the years, even after I left Austin. Family was very important to her, and in most of our phone conversations, she would tell me about her daughter and her family, or her sisters and mother. She was an excellent mentor and gave me helpful advice when I started teaching as an adjunct instructor. She was truly a joy to be around, and I will miss her so much.

Kris was always joyful at work and fun to be around. She was passionate about helping children in foster care achieve their educational goals. Her retirement party was fun and I'm glad she had many good years in retirement to spend with her family. I can still hear her laugh when I think about her!

Kris and I worked together closely at DFPS for about a decade. She believed every child should have a place of dignity in this world, and she fought hard to get children in the child welfare system the services and supports they deserved. She always kept us on our toes with her quick wit, forthright manner, biting (nonpartisan) commentary about politics or current events, and silly (but thoughtful)  gifts.  She always asked about my mom and wanted to hear everything that was going on in my life, while also sharing her great love for Brooke and her granddaughters Sydney and Avery.  And her siblings! 

She could always make me laugh! Kris was a good person to the core. Rest in Peace, friend. ❤️

My condolences to Kristine’s family. I am sorry for your loss. I have known Kris for several years. She was a patient at our physical therapy clinic and from the first time we met, I knew we would be friends. She had the most beautiful sprit anyone can have. She was always cheerful and brought sunshine into any dark room. Kris was the kind of person who would give you the clothing off her back. She was one of my favorite Professors at Austin Community College (ACC). Kris would always tell me “You Are the Teacher’s Pet”. I will truly miss her as this has touched my heart in the deepest way. You are in a better place now. Rest in Heaven Kris. 

My condolences to Kristine's family. I worked with Kris at DFPS and she quickly became a great friend. Maryann, Kris and I would get together for lunch, which 9 times out of 10 would be at Upper Crust Bakery. Kris introduced me to Italian Cream Cake, her favorite. Kris always had a story to tell about her granddaughters, she was so proud of them and of her daughter, Brooke. 

At work, Kris was a fierce advocate for children with disabilities and didn’t hesitate to pick up the phone and tell school districts how they were going to assist a student with special needs. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her. We stayed in touch after I moved and she kept me updated on family and friends. She will be missed very much. My sympathies to Brooke, Avery and Sydney. 

Brooke, Sydney, and Avery, your mom and grandmother was an amazing woman! I worked alongside her for many years and she fought so hard for the children and youth who came to her attention. She was so proud of all of you and loved you so much! I'm so sorry for your loss and know you will keep her memory close. I am so grateful that my path crossed Kris' over the years and she was part of my life. 

Kris was a good friend and a tireless colleague at DFPS.  We had many talks before and after we retired.   Most of those talks centered on Brooke, Sydney and Avery.  Her love and pride in them was so evident.  I felt like I knew them from her many stories.  Brooke, I am so sorry for your loss.  Your Mom was a special woman.