"It was such a pleasure getting to know Kristyn and your family over the last few years and I will so miss Kristyn and her sassy self! I will remember so many of her funny comments ! so glad she is whole again now. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!"
In loving memory of
Kristyn L. Farley
April 15, 1999 - November 3, 2015
Kristyn Leigh Farley, age 16, got her ultimate healing and went to be with the Lord on November 3, 2015 at East Tennessee Children's Hospital with her parents at her side. A smart, feisty, funny, and passionate young lady, Kristyn was known for her love of fashion and cooking. She also enjoyed pop culture, and watching movies. She will be remembered for her fanaticism for the Lord of the Rings. One of her favorite memories was her recent hunting trip with the Catch-A-Dream Foundation, where she was able to get a deer. Kristyn made friends everywhere she went.
Kristyn is survived and will be forever missed by her parents, Jim and Renata Farley; sister, Meghann; twin sister Katelyn; grandfather, James A. Farley, Sr. and wife Mary Ann; grandmother, Patricia Pleasanton; uncle, Doug Farley and wife Brenda; aunt, Greta Heiss and husband Dave; cousins, Michelle, Justin, Tyler, & Brandon Farley and Heather, Amy, Rachel and Evan Heiss; great-uncle and great-aunt Richard and Anita Carey; special friends, Nora, Elena, and Lora; and so many other friends she loved. The family would like to express their gratitude to Provision Center for Proton Therapy and to the ETCH doctors, nurses, and staff who held a special place in Kristyn's heart.
The family will hold a Celebration of Life Service on Sunday, November 8th at 4 pm at Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church, with a Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation in her memory to the Butterfly Fund of East Tennessee at butterflyfund.org or to ETCH. Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Farley family and invites you to view and sign their guestbook below.
Tributes
"We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers."
"Young lady, you are missed. Only knowing you, your Mom and Dad briefly left an impression in my heart and soul. I will miss our quick conversations about dogs and good stuff to eat. Spread your wings and hurt no more."
"Kristyn is greatly missed! She was an amazing, strong, beautifully spirited young lady. I will miss hearing of her many adventures such as hunting a deer!! I was very honored to have taken care of her!! My prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends."
"I had the privilege of taking care of Kristyn from the beginning of her journey at ETCH. Her feisty, spunky personality kept everyone on their toes but we loved every minute of it!! Although I am sad, I can also take comfort in the fact she is no longer hurting and has received her Heavenly reward. She (and her family) will always hold a special place in my heart!! Prayers for comfort and peace for her family and friends."
"I pray for your family in this time of loss. May God help this family find peace with this loss. God Bless you all. Fellow Farragut parents. I have two Farragut High School students. Sorry for your loss."
"Jim, Renata, Meghann, Katelyn and family, Jim, many years have passed since our carefree old Tennessee Tech and Howard Brothers Dept Store days. Many years have passed but we kept in common our love for family and we were both blessed to love some amazing daughters! I can not even begin to imagine your family's heartbreak... a parents heartbreak. You have all been constantly on my mind since you're post and I have lifted many prayers. May God's peace that passeth all understanding be with all of you. Loura Brantly Coope"
"Kristyn was a beautiful young lady who touched the heart of everyone that had the pleasure of meeting her. I'm thankful that I had the opportunity to meet her and take care of her at ETCH. Thankful she is no longer hurting and joyful that she is now in the presence of Jesus! Praying for peace, comfort, grace, and strength for her incredible family in this time of grief and for joy in knowing that she is safe in the arms of our Heavenly Father and that they will see her again one day!!"
"Kristyn was always a pleasure to assist. The memory this special young lady has left me with is her immence passion for ALL she found of interest. Any subject of conversation we entertained, she would have a definate opinion and felt so comfortable freely sharing. Her ability to reach out to others, in compassionate camaraderie, was only one of the gifts she was granted to bring in friendship to others she came in contact with. I feel sure her impact will live on through lives she touched. My prayers are for peace and comfort to all who will miss her, but especially for the family."
"I was so blessed by the chance to be with Krysten one last time.... But then I always felt lucky when I got to be her nurse. She was so much fun to spend time with, even in the pain. What an amazing young woman who let us into her world and made our long nights seem shorter. I loved her spirit, her honesty, her individuality, and her stories. She was surrounded by such a caring, selfless, and strong family who went out of their way to take care of us while we tried to take care of them. Cheering on such a fighter was a long rewarding road. Prayers for peace and rest for the Farley's, just as Krysten has found peace and freedom from pain- but I doubt she will be resting or in bed again anytime soon!"
"Jim and Renata, No words can really express how sorry we are for your loss. Please know we are thinking about you and praying for you. Your comfort is there is only one footprint in the sand, because He is carrying Kristyn from now on."
"Special memories of all the Farley girls and our daughter going to daycare together at LaPetite, birthday parties, and other fun stuff fill my heart today. One can never imagine losing a child and for that you all are our prayers. Kristyn was a special girl who endured a lot during her last few years, but from what I've read from others, she touched them in a special way and she will never be forgotten. Our love to you all and may God give you peace in the days and weeks to come."
"Our hearts are broken for the Farley family. We've watched these kids grow since kindergarten, and Andrew will never forget his sweet friend Kristyn. We will hold you up in prayer, and rejoice that Kristyn is well again in her Father's arms. God Bless"
"I was so saddened to read of your losing Kristyn. I have frequently thought of you and your family since you helped me with my mortgage 3 1/2 years ago. You, Renata, stood out in your kindness even as you began this journey. I only briefly met Kristyn ,and you may not remember me, but I still wanted to let you know, I care and my heart is with you and each member of your family as you go through this. She, as I'm sure are your other daughters, sounds like one fantastic young lady. Sincerely, Pauline Hamilton"
"I do not know you all but my daughter Braeden Price has talked about your girls. I too have lost a child of my best friend to cancer. I will continue to pray for your family. #celebratekristyn"
"I'm so sorry to hear of Kristyn's passing. I was lucky enough to meet her at ETCH. She was such a sweet girl. I know she will be missed by so many people. Praying for comfort for the family during this extremely difficult time."
"My sweet, sassy Kristyn! I will miss our hugs, your wonderful personality, your sassy attitude and just talking with you. I love you so much. You will always be my favorite patient. Words can not express how much I will miss you."
"Prayers and thoughts are with you. May God's grace and strength surround you."
"Kristyn will always have a special place in my heart!! She was so full of life and love and now she is with her father above. I Wil always love you dear!! Prayers for her family for peace and comfort!!"
"Jim and Renata, I am so sorry for your loss and happy for Kristyn's release of pain and her joy in meeting Jesus. My heart cries. Love you."
"Kristyn was a special young lady who was always a joy to take care of. I will miss our movie talks and her beautiful smile. Everytime I knock on wood, pet a dog or watch The Lord of the Rings movies she will be in my thoughts. I was blessed to know her.Having known and thought so much of Meghann, I can only imagine just how precious the Farley family is and how bitter sweet this loss. It is so difficult for those left behind, but precious for Kristyn to be home with Christ. I pray your love and memories will be a great comfort to you through this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers (and I send an especially big hug to Meghann)."
"We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. We hope that God's amazing peace and power will cover you over the coming days. David, Amanda, Emma, Jerre Ann and Sarah Walker"
"While I did not know her personally, Kristyn's story really hits home to me. As a twin myself, I can't imagine how Katelyn feels. I am praying for her entire family."
"I never got to meet her but knew about her through Jim. I am praying for your family"
"What a precious, precious young lady. Please know that your family is covered in prayers for peace and comfort. Love to all of you!!"
"So sorry for your loss. The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers!"
"Kristyn taught me so much about, not only being a nurse, but about myself. She was a very strong and independent, beautiful young lady with the spirit of a champion. I miss our online window-shopping and playfully pestering Jim about the kittens I would sneak to her. Kristyn had a very special presenace and I will never forget her."
"Kristyn was a very special young lady and will hold a special place in everyone's life! She will be missed! Love and prayers for the entire family!"
"Having known and thought so much of Meghann, I can only imagine just how precious the Farley family is and how bitter sweet this loss. It is so difficult for those left behind, but precious for Kristyn to be home with Christ. I pray your love and memories will be a great comfort to you through this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers (and I send an especially big hug to Meghann)."
"For sure Kristyn was unique and one of a kind...she touched so many lives over the past years and will always be remembered for her great big smile. I will keep you in my prayers...RIP sweet girl."
"I am so honored to have met Kristyn and all of her family. She was a strong, brave and determined young lady. May God grant you each peace in knowing that she is strong and healthy now and no longer in pain. Love in Christ to you all."
"I did not know Kristyn, but I know her father, Jim. We were classmates at UT. He always spoke about his wife and daughters in the most loving ways. It was clear to me that the Farley family was full of love. When I heard of Kristyn's passing I was immediately saddened. She must have been a truly lovely and special person. I wish the Farley family peace during this terrible time. Love to you all, Jenda"
"It was an honor to care for Kristyn. She was a super spunky, fun girl who always brightened the room and moods of those around her. We will miss her and I will keep your family in my prayers."
"Kristyn was a specail young lady :) I will miss our talks about fashion but most of all her feisty personality along with her smile will be greatly missed !"
"So sorry for your loss. Kristyn was a fun and spunky girl. We were all honored to take care of her here at ETCH. Prayers for your family."
"Kristyn was a special young lady who was always a joy to take care of. I will miss our movie talks and her beautiful smile. Everytime I knock on wood, pet a dog or watch The Lord of the Rings movies she will be in my thoughts. I was blessed to know her."