Kristie Marie Flynn beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, and fiancé passed on October 24, 2021, after enduring a long & courageous battle with breast cancer at the age of 36. Kristie was born in Massena, New York on November 15, 1984.
Most of her high school years were spent at Windsor High School, in Windsor New York. In June 2000, her family relocated to Sahuarita Arizona, where she graduated from Sahuarita High in 2002. Kristie continued her education at Arizona State University and in 2007 completed her bachelor’s in Psychology, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Richard & Odena Flynn and her beloved chihuahua Pablo.
She is survived by her father Paul Flynn, stepmother Evangelina Flynn and Mother Karla Flynn; her fiancé Gena Parker, sister Ashley Flynn, Javier Contreras (brother-in-law), niece Whitney, nephew Brody and grandparents Richard and Jeannette Shinnock. In addition, she had numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She leaves behind her four dogs Phineas, Hurley, Carlos, and Santana (her children).
Kristie was employed at BD (Becton Dickinson) in Quality Document Systems Management as a Change Analyst II. Kristie was a very strong, loving, and caring individual. She was also extremely intelligent, and quick-witted to all who knew her. Everyone who was around her felt her magnetic energy and wanted to be part of it. She loved spending time with her family, friends, and fur babies. We will always treasure the all too brief time we had with her. May your playful soul shine on. Abraham Lincoln once said, “In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.”
When you think of Kristie, celebrate the fond memories you have of her. Remember that life is fragile and short and should be lived to the fullest.
The memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road in Phoenix, on Friday, October 29, 2021 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with memories being shared starting at 7:00 P.M. In addition, a Facebook live event will start at 6:30 PM with access to the event at https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyMurphyFH/live/
Donations in Kristie’s honor may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure or the Tegan and Sara Foundation.
Jenn Class Sablich
I grew up with Kristie and often think of all of the fun we had at her home in Kirkwood. Kristie was an amazing friend, and a shining light in everyone’s lives that she touched! I spent birthday parties with her, many sleepovers, sports, etc. and still to this day even remember songs she introduced me to and immediately think of her when I hear them on the radio. Kristie was super funny, smart, and an incredible person and she will shine on forever! Sending her family and friends tons of love and prayers!
Jeanie Strain
We love you, Kristie. We will miss you forever.
Danielle Davidson
Sending our deepest condolences and love to all who loved Krsistie! We are heartbroken for your loss. She will be missed. With love, Danielle, Kaley and Clementine Davidson
Mike and Stephanie Flynn
Sending so much love and many hugs your way!!
Love you all!!
James Winner
I worked with Kristie at Streets of New York, we didn’t really hang out outside of work that often but we did work together every day and we got to know each other quite a bit. Although a decade may be removed from the last time I spoke to her I can still hear her voice in my head, her laugh. Always cracking jokes…
She made us all better people, and I can’t believe she’s gone…
Deepest condolences to the family.
Diane Stamp
Knowing Kristie was like knowing sunshine. She was the best person and her light showed bright. My condolences to the Flynn family and Gena.
Kathy Johnson
Kristie’s family,
No words can begin to express the sorrow I and our work family feels. Kristy was a beloved team member who always had a smile on her face and a positive attitude. She came to BD in the Document Control department to do a scanning job. She took on what is the most boring job in the world (can you imagine scanning documents ALL day) and did it with a smile. That excellent work ethic and attitude gained her full-time employment as a Change Analyst. She said she wanted to learn everything she could and we threw a lot at her. Even during her illness she remained positive and continued to shine. I am thankful I got to know her.
Gene Germain
Dear Paul and Family,
I’m very, very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Corey Thayn
Paul and Evangelina,
I am sorry to hear about your daughter. Eva and I pray that you will have peace and comfort.
>> Corey and Eva Thayn
Don McLelland
Paul, I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mitchell Neely
Heartfelt condolences from the Neely Family.
Jody German
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Although I didn’t know Kristie personally, I have been, and continue to be, inspired by the many stories shared over the years of her strength, positive attitude, persistence, and verve. She was a model of how to embrace life and was well loved.
“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – Hellen Keller
Love and hugs to her family, friends, and acquaintances. Jim, Jody, Hans, and Christoph Blankenau
Buster Johnson
I’m heartbroken for you Paul; sending prayers your way.
Steven Lee Bohnet
Paul and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so heartbroken by your loss.
Steve and Robin Bohnet
Brian & Cheryl Broderick
May all of us celebrate Kristie’s life! Her intelligence, passion, energy, and love made the world a better place.
Our thoughts, wishes, and prayers are with you.
LuAnn OLIVA
I am so sad to hear of Kristie’s passing. I have alot of treasured memories of us all spending so much time together when our kids were young! I am sending you all hugs and kisses from New York. Karla, call me if you need me, I am always here!
Marcelino Munoz and family.
Paul, you and your family are in our prayers.
Our deepest condolences.
Marcelino and Samea Muñoz
Natallia Fedarava
Paul, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Daria Hennessy
Paul and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Daria Hennessy
Daniel Banner
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones – Daniel Banner and the BD Integrated Solutions Quality team/family
Clark and June LaShomb
Paul and family,
So sorry for your loss
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Uncle Clark, Aunt June and family
Scott and Pauline Hudson
Paul and family,
We were absolutely heartbroken to hear the news of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Scott and Pauline Hudson
Travis and Julie Anderton
Paul and Evangeline,
Our deepest condolence for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Troy Ingram
Paul and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Troy & Marci Ingram
Jeni Trimmer
My thoughts, prayers and love to all of you. Words can’t begin to describe to how much Kristie meant to me, not only as a co-worker but also as a friend.
As my co-worker I could count on her to handle anything I threw at her at work, and I could count on her to always make me smile and laugh as a friend.
The way she tackled everything just amazed me. She never lost that shine, even as she battled through this horrible disease. She will be deeply missed
tirland
Paul , my sincere condolences , I will pray for Kristie and your family,
michel Tirland
Christophe Goedgezelschap
Dear Paul. My deepest feelings and condolences for your loss. Christophe
Jim & Paula Kreuzer
Paul & Eva – Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jim, Paula, Madi & Jacob
Matt and Zoe King
I never intended to make friends when I began taking my dog Zelda to the Indian Steele dog park. Actually, I intended to not make any friends. I didn’t want to be a ‘dog park’ person. But Kristie and Gena made that tough, if not impossible. Kristie was always so sweet and welcoming. Over time, in my mind she switched from being one of my ‘dog park friends’ to simply being ‘my friend’. I enjoyed our long walks through the park and hanging at the tables with Zelda and Hurley Kristie always had the biggest smile and it would brighten up park especially when the city couldn’t keep the lights on. Kristie was a wonderful friend and is dearly missed.
With Love and condolences – Matt and Zoe King
Nicole & Roxy Dempsey
So sorry for the loss of Kristie. She was such a charismatic and fun loving person. She and Gena became friends with me through our dog Instagram accounts. Kristie initiated a gift exchange for the dogs and from there a friendship was born. I’m sad I never got to meet her in person. May she Rest In Peace.
Eliza L.
Kristie,
I am so grateful to have had you in my life. I never thought I’d meet such cool people at the dog park. You definitely had a knack for making me laugh and I’ll never forget the time you pretended to be Gena in a text conversation. You really had me going for a bit there! You encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone and although I wanted to say this at your service tonight, expressing my feelings this way is easier.
My heart is broken not only because I lost a friend, but my heart breaks for your family, friends and especially for Gena. Don’t worry, though, your friends will help her through.
I send my most heartfelt condolences to your family and to Gena.
We love you and we will miss you…Until we meet again.
Love,
Eliza & Dexter
Enrique F Villanes
Paul and Family
I am really saddened for your loss, our condolences to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
Enrique and Pilar Villanes
Matt & Christina Smith
Dear Paul and Evangeline—
Sincerest condolences to you and your family at this time of loss. We grieve with you and are heartbroken with you. Our prayers are with you and we wish you courage and strength.
With love,
Matt and Christina Smith
Matthew Bourgeous
Wow I’m in shock. I worked with Kristie years ago at a call center. She was so smart,funny and definitely a bright spot at a job where the customers were dark. I remember going bowling with her the night before she had to drive home to spend holidays with her family.. it will always be the most fun I’ve ever had. She even laughed when I gave her a 2nd place ribbon I had got before we went. Condolences to her friends and family.. RIP Kristie
Annelie Dahlen
Our family…. Tere, our furbabies, Schmuffy, Pepper, Lollipop and myself knew Kristie through our Instagram Furmily. We had so much to chat about when it came to our dogs… she made me laugh a lot and we love how she put her babies before anything. I’m sure she is sitting in that field under the big tree over Rainbow Bridge having the best time with all the dogs she could possibly imagine! We miss you and we send our love to you Gena and babies..
♡…
Guillermo Cruz
Paul, my deepest condolences for you and your family. My prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Anas Mohd
Dear Paul…My deepest condolences to you and your family. I pray for Kristie and your family.
John Hearley
Paul
So sorry to hear about Kristie. She fought hard and was obviously much loved.
Steven Reuther
Paul and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. It is clear that Kristie had such a positive impact on so many lives . My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of Kristie’s loved ones.
Sue Downs
Paul,
There are simply no words …
I’m hoping that as time passes, some of the happier times with your daughter will begin to bubble up … the silly times you shared as well as the proud-parent moments … & that some of these thoughts will push aside the deep sadness ….
My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Sue Downs