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Kriselise Brink Bates
06/24/1964 — 02/17/2007
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Kriselise Brink Bates
Kriselise Brink Bates
On Saturday, February 17, 2007, Kriselise passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior after a long and courageous battle. Kriselise was born on June 24, 1964 in Wilkes Barre, PA. In 1990, Kriselise moved to the Tri Cities and made it her home. Here she raised her children, Joel, Adrien, and Kimber in love, faith, and joy.
As a young woman, Kriselise earned her nursing degree and spent many years providing skilled and compassionate care to others. Kriselise then went on to serve as the Events Director at the ARC of the Tri Cities, where her genuine regard and compassion for others earned her the love and respect of her colleagues, her clients, and their families.
Kriselise was also an active member of her Bethel church family. Despite her own personal challenges, she always reached out to help and to encourage others in need. She accepted and loved others unconditionally, inspiring all who knew her with her boundless joy, faith, and optimism.
Although her legacy of love, hope, and joy lives on, she is deeply missed. Kriselise is survived by her loving family including her mother, Rosemary Brink of Richland, WA; her son, Joel Brink and his wife, Janelle, of Pasco, WA; her daughter, Adrien Jo Lemos and her husband, Billy; and her daughter, Kimber Barrett of Richland, WA. She is also survived by her brother, Keith Brink of Boulder, CO.
Kriselises life and faith will be celebrated on Saturday March 10, 2007 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Bethel Church in Richland, WA. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family may be made in Kriselises honor to the Kriselise Brink Bates Memorial Fund at HAPO Community Bank. Personal thoughts and prayers may be shared with the family at: www.einansfuneralhome.com.
Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. John 3:36
Praise God, I, Kriselise Bates Brink, have been transformed by our Lord from this earthly life to a glorious eternal life. My family and I are thankful that I have been healed of breast cancer.
I was born June 24, 1964. I want my family and friends to know how much I love each of you and how much I appreciate all you have done for me and my children. I want to thank my mother, Rosemary Brink, for always being by my side throughout my illness, helping me with the girls, my treatments, housework, and everything else I needed.
It is not my desire to tell a story of my personal or professional accomplishments. I would rather share what is precious to me and what God has taught me during my lifetime 1 Jn 2:17. Since accepting Christ as my Lord and savior, He has blessed me in many ways. My children and I attend Bethel Church, where He has put many people in our lives. There were numerous times during my illness that we were overwhelmed with blessings from our church family. We were continually surrounded by encouraging and loving people who saw us through many trials and rejoiced with us over Gods unending blessings 1 John 4:7. Their acts of love allowed my children and me to be secure in knowing that God was walking alongside us and would provide for our family.
My daughters have also attended Richland Columbia Foursquare youth group where they have been embraced and lifted up in prayer. There were times that I attended worship with them and was amazed by the messages shared by the young speakers. It always touched my heart to see the way the youth leaders would unconditionally welcome newcomers . Outside of our church family the Lord also blessed us with many friends. I was privileged to work at the ARC of Tri-Cities for several years before retiring due to my health. After my retirement, the ARC continued to honor and show love to my family by including us in various functions. This job truly humbled me while opening my eyes to the joys of life and flooding my heart with love for the people and families with whom I worked. It was an honor to work with and for such a dynamic group of people who embodied the joy of service Col 3:23.
My daily goal was to share our Lords love and to serve and honor Him Psalm 119:112. Now I leave my precious children, Joel, Adrien and Kimber to continue this legacy for Christs glory. My children are unending sources of joy to me. I thanked God and prayed for them daily. It was truly an honor to be their mother and friend. My children know first hand the challenges of caring for an ill parent. I cant put into words how much their care, love and compassion meant to me. Knowing that God loves them more than me has comforted my heart as I have prepared to leave them Cor 6:18. I now leave these precious children in the loving hands of family and friends who I know will continue to nurture them.
My family and I would like to thank the medical staff at Kadlec Medical Center, Tri Cities Cancer Center, and the 945 building, along with Dr. Trotta, Dr. Regge, Dr. Chenal, Dr. Giever, Dr. Kasthuri, and Dr. Rado for providing exceptional care.
I want to thank each of you for joining in the celebration of my life at Bethel today and pray that you will rejoice with my beautiful family in the love and grace of our Lord.
I would like to ask, in lieu of flowers, that financial gifts be made in honor of my children.
Psalm 30:11-12 You turned my wailing into dancing; You removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing to You and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give you thanks forever.
Joel and family we are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.She was a very nice person and a very good mother to you kids.Joel we always remember her being at all of your ball games cheering you on.We are thinking of you and hope you are doing ok at this time.All our love and prayers go out to you and your family.
With Deepest Sympathy
Patty & Lonnie Haag
How sad I am to see that such a wonderful woman has passed. I cared for Kris on one of her stays at Kadlec. We talked about life and our families along with nursing, and of course, pain medications. Kris was such a wonderful woman…I’m at a loss of words. Around the Holidays, I saw Kris and Rosemary at the Mall while I was with my Mom. I didn’t stop to say hello, as I wasn’t sure if they would remember me. I wish I would have said hello! Again, I am incredibly sad that a great woman is gone, but I am positive her legacy will live on in her children! Kris, thank you for letting me be part of your life. Although I was part of yours for such a short time, you will forever be remembered!
kris, this is for you because i couldn’t say goodbye. you were a wonderful person and a great mom. too bad your dad and brother couldn’t have been there two months ago when then could have seen you. They both loved you very much. Your sister, who also loves you, Samantha is praying you’re at peace now, as the rest of us.we all will miss you very much
Love you so much
Pat/may god keep you in his loving hands, until we meet again.
Im a teacher at Richland High School. Ive been teaching for over twenty years. Between work, my kids lives, and my life, Ive come in contact with many people. Every so often, I become acquainted with someone that I wish I knew better. Kriselise Brink Bates was one of those people.
I first met Kris when Kimber was a freshman. Kimber and her mom came to share the news of her illness so wed be aware of circumstances that might arise. Kris demeanor was serious, yet upbeat. Her concern was on Kimber and she was in total mom mode. In Kimber, I saw trust, admiration, love, care, concern, respect, and faith in this woman who was speaking to us. Kimber changed from the goofy clownish kid in my class to a fun, enjoy every day kid in my class. In those few minutes with Kris and Kimber, Kris unknowingly handed me my wrong impression of Kimber back to me on a silver platter so I could correct myself. In those few minutes talking with Kris, I remember thinking, I wish I knew her better.
Each year, wed get together for a meeting or two. The respect between mother and daughter was palpable. Kris was straight forward and her expectations were clear. She was fair with Kimber and with us. In every meeting, it was clear; she was there for Kimber out of love. She was part of Kimbers educational team, and she was totally clued in on every aspect. After each meeting, Id be thinking, I wish I knew her better.
Id see them at Fever football games on occasion. I saw Kris and her family members at different other places. Kimber would talk about things theyd do. Mom was always there. Kimber would glow while she spoke. There is always a smile or laughter connected to the story. It dawned on me one day that Kris never let the disease become their life. She was a living example of Tim McGraws song Live Like You Were Dieing. Once again, I wish I knew her better.
Kimbers talks taught things about her mom that were never spoken. Kris love for her family, her attitude about life, her love for God, her priorities are visible to me through her daughters. I dont know Joel. Family, God, faith, happiness, and being a good person are important values that Kris obviously impressed upon her children. In one of our meetings, Kris commented that she wanted her kids to be independent, confident, and ready to take life on. I think she instilled those things as top notch as could be done. As I read her obituary, it only added to my feeling, I wish Id have known her better.
Kris and you, her beautiful family, have been and continue to be a great source of joy and love in our lives. Kris’s faith, courage, hope, and boundless joy, even amidst the toughest circumstances, blessed all of us who knew her and all who knew of her. Kris constantly drew her hope and strength from the Lord and showered others with His love, compassion, and grace. Her heart was open, always seeking to serve others in love, without discrimination or judgment. She loved each of you completely and uniquely – rejoicing equally in those traits that you held in common and in those special gifts and characteristics which defined your individuality. She thanked God daily for you, her greatest blessings, and I know that her joy in you and love for you continues on. For she claimed victory over death when she asked the Lord into her life, and through her unwavering commitment to this decision, gave to each of you the greatest gift of all: her living testimony to the power, grace, and glory of our loving Savior. Hold fast to this gift and seek to make it your own, for in it you, like your Mom, will find the strength, hope, and courage to become all that the Lord calls you to be.
With all of our love and prayers,always,
Bob and Micki
Joel and family we are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.She was a very nice person and a very good mother to you kids.Joel we always remember her being at all of your ball games cheering you on.We are thinking of you and hope you are doing ok at this time.All our love and prayers go out to you and your family.
With Deepest Sympathy
Patty & Lonnie Haag
How sad I am to see that such a wonderful woman has passed. I cared for Kris on one of her stays at Kadlec. We talked about life and our families along with nursing, and of course, pain medications. Kris was such a wonderful woman…I’m at a loss of words. Around the Holidays, I saw Kris and Rosemary at the Mall while I was with my Mom. I didn’t stop to say hello, as I wasn’t sure if they would remember me. I wish I would have said hello! Again, I am incredibly sad that a great woman is gone, but I am positive her legacy will live on in her children! Kris, thank you for letting me be part of your life. Although I was part of yours for such a short time, you will forever be remembered!
kris, this is for you because i couldn’t say goodbye. you were a wonderful person and a great mom. too bad your dad and brother couldn’t have been there two months ago when then could have seen you. They both loved you very much. Your sister, who also loves you, Samantha is praying you’re at peace now, as the rest of us.we all will miss you very much
Love you so much
Pat/may god keep you in his loving hands, until we meet again.
Im a teacher at Richland High School. Ive been teaching for over twenty years. Between work, my kids lives, and my life, Ive come in contact with many people. Every so often, I become acquainted with someone that I wish I knew better. Kriselise Brink Bates was one of those people.
I first met Kris when Kimber was a freshman. Kimber and her mom came to share the news of her illness so wed be aware of circumstances that might arise. Kris demeanor was serious, yet upbeat. Her concern was on Kimber and she was in total mom mode. In Kimber, I saw trust, admiration, love, care, concern, respect, and faith in this woman who was speaking to us. Kimber changed from the goofy clownish kid in my class to a fun, enjoy every day kid in my class. In those few minutes with Kris and Kimber, Kris unknowingly handed me my wrong impression of Kimber back to me on a silver platter so I could correct myself. In those few minutes talking with Kris, I remember thinking, I wish I knew her better.
Each year, wed get together for a meeting or two. The respect between mother and daughter was palpable. Kris was straight forward and her expectations were clear. She was fair with Kimber and with us. In every meeting, it was clear; she was there for Kimber out of love. She was part of Kimbers educational team, and she was totally clued in on every aspect. After each meeting, Id be thinking, I wish I knew her better.
Id see them at Fever football games on occasion. I saw Kris and her family members at different other places. Kimber would talk about things theyd do. Mom was always there. Kimber would glow while she spoke. There is always a smile or laughter connected to the story. It dawned on me one day that Kris never let the disease become their life. She was a living example of Tim McGraws song Live Like You Were Dieing. Once again, I wish I knew her better.
Kimbers talks taught things about her mom that were never spoken. Kris love for her family, her attitude about life, her love for God, her priorities are visible to me through her daughters. I dont know Joel. Family, God, faith, happiness, and being a good person are important values that Kris obviously impressed upon her children. In one of our meetings, Kris commented that she wanted her kids to be independent, confident, and ready to take life on. I think she instilled those things as top notch as could be done. As I read her obituary, it only added to my feeling, I wish Id have known her better.
Kris and you, her beautiful family, have been and continue to be a great source of joy and love in our lives. Kris’s faith, courage, hope, and boundless joy, even amidst the toughest circumstances, blessed all of us who knew her and all who knew of her. Kris constantly drew her hope and strength from the Lord and showered others with His love, compassion, and grace. Her heart was open, always seeking to serve others in love, without discrimination or judgment. She loved each of you completely and uniquely – rejoicing equally in those traits that you held in common and in those special gifts and characteristics which defined your individuality. She thanked God daily for you, her greatest blessings, and I know that her joy in you and love for you continues on. For she claimed victory over death when she asked the Lord into her life, and through her unwavering commitment to this decision, gave to each of you the greatest gift of all: her living testimony to the power, grace, and glory of our loving Savior. Hold fast to this gift and seek to make it your own, for in it you, like your Mom, will find the strength, hope, and courage to become all that the Lord calls you to be.
With all of our love and prayers,always,
Bob and Micki
dearest joel and janelle and family.your mother was a beautiful woman and always taking care of others.her spirit and love will always be with you.my prayers and love are with you.as you look around you can see her beauty around you.yvonne hollenbeck
There was nothing in Kris’s life that was left untouched. God’s life was in her strong and to have known her was my priviledge.
Love, Brenda Hail
Dear Rosemary and family,
My deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. I have prayed that Kriselise would find peace. I know that you will miss her, but she is in a much better place with her heavenly Father.
Dear Rosemary, Joel, Adrien, and Kimber:
It is with great sadness that I offer my sincere sympathy, prayers, and wishes that Kriselise’s love and caring will linger with you long after she is gone. She is no longer suffering and is watching proudly from above as her children, her legacy, carry on without her. I’m sure that in life she did a great job raising each of you and it will truly show as you all continue to raise families of your own. And Rosemary, what can I say to you? Parents should never have to bury their children, but I know you too long and too well and I know you have the strength to carry on and be there for your grandchildren – they are our future.
Again, I offer my thoughts and prayers during this “rough time”.
With Love, Marlene
I grew up with her son Joel and spent alot of time at his home with family and have nothing but good memories. Kris was always very nice and funny and made me feel at home in her house. Joel im so sorry for your loss, may she rest in peace.
I miss my best frined. You were such a huge part of my life. You fixed our wounds, you cooled our fevers. You rubbed our feet, you cleaned my home, you bathed me when I couldnt bath my sick self. You came to me all hours of the night. You dressed our wounds and our hearts. You gave so much wonderfu advise. You gave me flowers just becuase and baked us goodies out of the blue. We laughed together and traveled together. You gave me one of the most wonder gifts that is you and Kimber. I hope I find the peace that you have now found with out you in our life.Thank you for showing us so much love. We are truely missed.
She was a Great Person, and such a loving Mother. Joel and family im so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. All my love and prayers go out to you at this time.
With Deepest Sympathy
BrandiHaagNation and Family
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