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  • Kristi Couvillon-Wise

    Kristi Couvillon-Wise

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    Date of Birth

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    September 20, 1974

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    Date of Death

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    October 1, 2010

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    Location

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    Austin, Texas

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    Cause of Death

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    Maternal Mental Health

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Kristi Marie Couvillon-Wise was born on September 20, 1974 and went to be with Our Lord after a long battle with postpartum depression. She is survived by her loving husband John Wise, her beautiful daughter Vivienne Grace Wise, her mother and stepfather Donna & Paul Kreuzer, her father Edward Couvillon, in addtion to numerous other family members and friends.

    Kristi was born in Texas City, TX and lived a good portion of her early life in Missouri City, TX. She received her B.A. from Trinity University in San Antonio, TX, her Masters in Social Work from the University of Texas, and passed the State Bar of Texas after having graduated from the University of Texas Law School in 2005. She was a strong advocate for social justice helping win a case at the Supreme Court while working with the Texas Defender Service. Her awards and accomplishments are voluminous and speak volumes of her dedication to the service of others.

    Her kindess and generosity towards others was extended to her family, friends, and pets (all of whom were rescued). She may have described herself best as – “daydreamer turned social worker turned lawyer. loves music, dancing, and running. adores pit bulls and ornery cats. obsessed with midnight blue bubble tea. loves the way mountain laurels smell in spring when the wind blows through them.” Her vivacious smile and laughter will be missed by all.

    Words cannot describe the severity of the loss to her family and friends, but also to the countless number of people whose lives she impacted or would have impacted.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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    Articles

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  • Debra Lloyd Smith

    Debra Lloyd Smith

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    Date of Birth

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    January 5, 1967

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    Date of Death

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    December 2, 2007

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    Location

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    Tucson, Arizona

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    Cause of Death

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    Heart Failure

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Debra Lloyd Smith, 40 passed away suddenly on 12-02-2007. She was born and raised in Phoenix and moved to Tucson, worked for the VA hospital.

    Survived by her husband, Andrue Smith, Parents Jerry and Kiki Lloyd, sister and brother in law Lisa & David Case, daughters Lacy and Lexus, Step daughter Julia, newborn triplet sons; Legend Aiden, Tristian Lynn, and Jaisyn Cleto, and granddaughter, Elektra.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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  • Marie Riley Sipes

    Marie Riley Sipes

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    Date of Birth

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    June 7, 1980

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    Date of Death

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    November 22, 2016

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    Location

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    Fort Mill, South Carolina

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

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    On November 22, 2016, Marie Riley Sipes peacefully passed away; beloved wife of Kris Sipes; devoted mother of Landry Hope Sipes; adored daughter of Patrick and Judy Riley; dear sister of Kelly Riley, Patrick Riley Jr. (wife-Jennifer), John Riley (wife-Mandy), Holly Riley Battaglia (husband-Chris), and Sean Riley (wife-Lori); cherished aunt of Brandon Riley, Nicholas Riley, Emily Riley, Riley Battaglia, Alex Battaglia, Amelia Battaglia, Grace Battaglia, Ashlyn Riley and Addyson Riley.

    Survived by Derrell Sipes, Jan Westmoreland-Sipes, Susan Sipes, Kenny Baker, Heath and Jessa Stewart, James and Roddey Sutton, Maxcy Westmoreland, Kent and Laura Baker, and Randall and Michelle Vickroy; also survived by many loving family members and friends.

    Marie was a shining light for all who came in contact with her.

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    Support Her Family

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    Memorials

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  • Kristin Sobel Boyd, DVM

    Kristin Sobel Boyd, DVM

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    Date of Birth

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    July 27, 1983

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    Date of Death

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    December 31, 2022

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    Location

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    Ridgefield, Connecticut

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Dr. Kristin Sobel (Boyd), DVM, 39, of Ridgefield, died on December 31, 2022. She was the beloved wife of Jeffrey D. Boyd and loving mother of Andrew Owen Boyd.

    Kristin was born in Springfield, MA on July 27, 1983; the daughter of Marek and Krystyna Sobel. From early on, Kristin expressed talent in academics and athletics, but her calling was found in caring for her family’s pets.

    Kristin earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and then attended graduate school at St. George’s University in Grenada. She earned her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Oregon in 2012.

    A Ridgefield resident since 2018, Kristin was a veterinarian at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital in Danbury. In her spare time, Kristin enjoyed scouting local nature preserves for the best hiking trails, exploring historic sites near and far, finding all the best places to eat, and relaxing on the beach.

    Kristin is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Boyd, her son, Andrew Boyd, her wonderful parents, Marc and Krys, and an adoring extended family on both sides. Marc and Krys graced the world with an angel. Kristin’s family cherished her simple elegance, unswerving poise, sharp wit, cheerful attitude, and calming presence. Kristin treasured her relationships with her Aunt Theresa and Uncle Ed Jancura, Cousin Eddie nieces Ashley and Ava Jancura, Aunt Helen and cousins Christina and Nicole Gliniewicz, and Uncle Henry, Aunt Joann, and cousin Daniel Kolosowski. Kristin so enjoyed creating wonderful memories with her in-laws, Bill and Laura Boyd, and her darling nephews Michael and Jack (sons of Elaine and Mike Pietras), and Aaron (son of Bill and Ramona Boyd).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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  • Laura Smith

    Laura Smith

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    Date of Birth

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    May 25, 1985

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    Date of Death

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    September 13, 2007

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    Location

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    Hyannis, Massachusetts

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    Cause of Death

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    Sepsis

    Termination of Pregnancy

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    Who She Was

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    Her Story

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]On Sept. 13, 2007, Laura Hope Smith tragically went to be with Jesus. Born in Honduras, on May 25, 1985, Laura grew up in Sandwich.

    She was a 2004 graduate of Upper Cape Tech, majoring in cosmetology. Most recently, she worked in retail management and was a member of Calvary Chapel of Sandwich.

    Laura was vibrant, loving and caring. She lit up a room with her presence and created a vacuum when she left. The ever-present optimist, Laura was always encouraging others and is cherished for her child-like heart.

    Laura is survived by her parents, Tom and Eileen Smith of Orlando, Fla.; her siblings, Marcella Embry of Orlando, Marni Garrity of Boston, Matt Smith of Pittsburgh, PA; her fiance Pvt. Rob LaBossiere, currently serving in Iraq; her 3 nieces, 32 cousins, many aunts and uncles, and a great multitude of friends.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”profile-links-header”]

    Memorials

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  • Melonie Joyner

    Melonie Joyner

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    Date of Birth

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    August 18, 1984

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    Date of Death

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    October 23, 2021

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    Location

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    Baltimore, Maryland

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    Cause of Death

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    Cardiac Arrest

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    Who She Was

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    Memorials

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    Articles

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