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DISHMAN: Kristy of Stratford, formerly of St. Marys

September 23, 2024 By Haskett Funeral Homes 52 Condolences

DISHMAN: Kristy of Stratford, formerly of St. Marys

May 9, 1980 – September 21, 2024

Peacefully in her home, after a brief illness, Kristy was gathered up to her heavenly home on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the age of 44. Cherished daughter of Frank and Joan Dishman. Loving sister of Tyler (Tal) Dishman, and Andrew (Catherine) Dishman. Dear aunt of Zachary, and Miles. She will be fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Kristy loved people, animals, art, music and watching reruns of Frasier. She faced the challenges in her life with courage and perseverance. She had a soft heart for people who were struggling and was kind and generous to everyone.

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Monday, September 30th from 6 – 8 PM.

Funeral service will be held at Community Bible Church, 24294 Adelaide Street North, LUCAN on Tuesday, October 1st at 11 AM. Interment Granton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Ark Aid Street Mission, St. Marys Healthcare Foundation, Community Bible Church or a charity of your choice.

Many thanks to Dr. Gatfield and Dr. Bucur, who gave Kristy exceptional care.

 

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  1. Alex and Debbie Hyde

    October 19, 2025 at 8:42 PM

    Dear Frank and Joan and family,
    We just learned of Kristy’s passing. We extend our sincere heartfelt condolences to you and pray the healing presence of the Lord will surround you and comfort your hurting hearts

    In sympathy and love

  2. Cortney Mossey Frayne

    October 9, 2024 at 11:29 PM

    I’m so sorry to hear this very sad news. I have great memories of Kristy when we went to South Perth together. I remember she could get everyone laughing. Thinking of your whole family at this very sad time.

  3. Florence (Gebhardt) Bezanson

    October 5, 2024 at 11:12 AM

    I am so sorry to learn about Kristy’s Home going! (Linda B just told me.) My heart aches for you… My thoughts & prayers are with you now & in the days & weeks ahead. Praying you will feel God’s arms of comfort around you.

  4. Kara Ross

    October 1, 2024 at 12:27 AM

    I am saddened to hear of Kristy’s passing. I have many fond memories of our childhood together in the Kirkton/ St. Marys area and attending South Perth. I will always remember Kristy for her quirky sense of humor, creativity, kindness, and gentle spirit.

    May she rest in peace.

    My heartfelt condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time.

  5. John & Barb McAlpine

    September 30, 2024 at 8:50 PM

    Our sincere condolences on your loss. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

  6. Matthew Lewis

    September 30, 2024 at 8:12 PM

    Dear Frank, Joan, Tyler and Andrew.

    My family sends our deepest condolences. We are terribly sorry for your loss.

    I’m am sure Kristy is in a better place surrounded by family and loved ones.

    Helen Lewis will of course have the biggest piece of pie waiting for her.

    Matthew, Bailey ,Sawyer and Greyson Lewis.

  7. Robert Paul Traut

    September 30, 2024 at 3:47 PM

    Frank, Joan, Tyler, Andrew and family

    Heaven has gained a beautiful soul, take comfort from that and be at peace.
    Our hearts walk with you.

    Robert, Nancy, Pam & Emily

  8. Ben Forrest

    September 29, 2024 at 10:40 PM

    Frank, Joan, Tyler, Andrew and family,

    My condolences on Kristy’s passing.

    I will always remember the time we spent as kids playing at your homes in Kirkton and St. Marys, and after church on Sunday mornings. Those were special days.

    May God give you the strength to navigate this difficult time. He is close to the brokenhearted; He draws near to us as we draw near to Him.

    Sincerely,

    Ben Forrest

  9. Andra Brand

    September 28, 2024 at 1:27 PM

    Dear Frank and Joan,

    We were so saddened to hear about your loss. May God grant your family strength and peace at this difficult time.

    Much love,
    Jamie and Andra Brand

  10. Erin McClintock

    September 27, 2024 at 6:55 PM

    I was deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the passing of my longtime friend, Kristy. She was a beautiful soul inside and out. Kristy was especially inclined to help those less fortunate, especially children and animals. Kristy always spoke so fondly of her nephews Miles and Zach. Her creative spirit shone through and I always looked forward to seeing the latest painting or art project she was working on. She had so many ideas and was a true visionary! We enjoyed many shopping trips together.

    Kristy and I used to read our favourite poems to one another and both enjoyed writing our own. I felt so grateful to have found a friend who shared my love of poetry. She always had the best movies and books. Our time together always involved tons of laughter and usually a silly photo shoot in her living room. She was quirky and funny and if I needed a shoulder to cry on, Kristy was fiercely loyal and supportive. I only hope I was there for her just as much as she was there for me.

    I have so many fond memories of our time together in Stratford – we shared a love of horses and she was always up for coming out to the horse barn with me when I used to ride. When she had her own horse, she was kind enough to bring me out there and let me ride him a couple of times. She inspired me to attend York University and we had our own adventures there. I was even fortunate enough to join her once at her cottage in Thornbury, which was such a special place to Kristy. I will never forget this gentle soul. Praying for God’s comfort and peace to carry the Dishman family through this incredibly difficult time. Kristy was taken from us far too soon.

  11. Elaine Stephen

    September 27, 2024 at 12:38 PM

    Frank and Joan…
    We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter.
    We are sending our deepest sympathy….
    Fred Miller and Elaine Stephen Miller

  12. John & Arlene Berendsen

    September 26, 2024 at 10:07 PM

    Sorry to hear of your loss…Thinking of all of you at this time ….Arlene & John Berendsen

  13. Melissa Quinn

    September 26, 2024 at 10:03 PM

    I’m saddened to hear of Kristy’s passing. I have fond memories of her gentle and creative spirit from when she was a member of Studio 54 at Gallery Stratford. She will be missed.

    Condolences to her family & friends.
    🦋

  14. Melissa Quinn

    September 26, 2024 at 10:00 PM

    I’m saddened to hear of Kristy’s passing. I have fond memories of her gentle and creative spirit from when she was a member of Studio 54 at Gallery Stratford. She will be missed.

    Condolences to her family & friends.

  15. Paul & Phyllis Bradley

    September 26, 2024 at 6:14 PM

    Frank & Joan:

    We are so sorry for the loss of Kristy. We are praying that you will feel God’s loving arms wrapped around each of you as you grieve.

    Paul & Phyllis Bradley

  16. Bill and Shirley Bannerman

    September 26, 2024 at 3:55 PM

    Dear Frank and Joan. We grieve with you on the passing of Kristy.
    Kristy was a quiet person and so loving and kind. She loved to be in nature and near water. She loved it at her grandparent’s cottage. Just recently she and her family enjoyed a holiday at Thornbury, right across from the bay. . Kristy loved animals, perhaps horses were her favourite. Kristy we love you and miss you .
    Our condolences to all your family, especially remembering your nephews at this time.

  17. Jami-Ann St Pierre

    September 26, 2024 at 2:23 PM

    Dear Frank and Joan,
    We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Kristy! Please know we are faithfully praying for you and your family during this difficult time!
    Love,
    Jami-Ann and Jason

  18. Helen Lewis

    September 26, 2024 at 10:26 AM

    Dear Joan, Frank and family, we are lifting you up to our Heavenly Father at this difficult time as you grieve the loss of Kristy.
    Stan and Helen

  19. Angie Johnston

    September 26, 2024 at 9:44 AM

    To Frank, Joan , Andrew and Tyler and families..
    My deepest sympathies to you all during this time of the loss of Kristy..
    I hope you may find peace in your memories of Kristy you hold dear to your heart..
    With love and sympathy
    Angie..

  20. Darryl Corbett

    September 26, 2024 at 1:10 AM

    I’m still in shock that Kristy passed away.

    She was a close friend of mine and I’ll miss her dearly.

    My deepest condolences to her family.

  21. Brenda and Dave Swan

    September 25, 2024 at 10:08 PM

    Deepest sympathy to all of you at this most difficult time. Good memories of Kristy as the sweet little girl she was in the neighbourhood in Kirkton.

  22. Lindsay Hyatt

    September 25, 2024 at 8:10 PM

    Sending deepest condolences to the entire family. I have very fond memories of Kristy growing up. May she rest in peace. Sending strength to all during this unimaginable time.

  23. Lissa Puttock

    September 25, 2024 at 8:06 PM

    I am so sorryfor your loss. I remember Kristy from her South Perth days. I hope you can find comfort in cherished memories.

  24. Carl & Donna Jantzi

    September 25, 2024 at 7:39 PM

    Dear Frank, Joan and family,
    So sorry for the loss of your precious daughter and sister. May the memories you have help you through this difficult time. Praying God’s peace and comfort!

    Carl & Donna Jantzi

  25. Cathy Zurbrigg

    September 25, 2024 at 7:26 PM

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Kristy my deepest sympathy

  26. Lesley Swan

    September 25, 2024 at 7:09 PM

    My condolences to Kristy’s entire family and friends. Kristy and I spent a lot of time together as kids in Kirkton, including being bride and groom in a Fall Fair Parade, fighting over who would be the bride because neither of us were girly girls! I am saddened to hear of this news and will be thinking of everyone who knew her.

  27. Fred & Ann Zwaan

    September 25, 2024 at 2:04 PM

    So very sorry to read that Kristy was taken to her heavenly home at such a young age.
    I know I taught her in grade 2 ..or was it grade 1… years ago at South Perth. I remember her as a pleasant, quiet girl. I pray that God will comfort her family and those dear to her at this sad time.
    Ann Zwaan

  28. Doreen & Bill Newsome

    September 25, 2024 at 12:44 PM

    Dear Joan & Frank

    Feeling the pain of your
    loss of dear Kristy.

    May our God of all comfort be your peace and comfort in your grief.

  29. Don &Julene Riley

    September 25, 2024 at 11:19 AM

    So sorry to hear about your loss. May God give your family the strength and peace at this difficult time.

  30. Mike and Patty Brine

    September 25, 2024 at 11:09 AM

    Frank and Joan and family—we are so very sorry for your huge loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  31. Bill and Marilyn Hack

    September 25, 2024 at 10:20 AM

    Dear Frank, Joan, Tyler, Andrew and families, we are so sorry to hear of Kristy’s passing. We remember her best as that sweet little girl coming to church. We pray for the peace of God and His presence be with you at this very difficult time. She is in the arms of Jesus till you meet her again. Bill and Marilyn and family

  32. Ron and Lidia Taylor

    September 25, 2024 at 9:57 AM

    Joan, Frank and family,

    We were shocked and heartbroken when we heard about Kristy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord sustain you during this terrible time. Ron & Lidia

  33. Ed Holland

    September 25, 2024 at 9:56 AM

    Frank & Joan So sorry to hear of your daughters passing. We know the heartbreak of losing a child. Praying for God’s strength the Holy Spirit’s comfort for you and your family as you go through this difficult time. Ed & Sandra

  34. Noel & Darlene Banavage

    September 25, 2024 at 9:55 AM

    Precious Frank and Joan, our hearts go out to you . There are no words. Just know that you are so loved and are being lifted up in prayer.

  35. Doug & Nancy Garrett

    September 25, 2024 at 8:45 AM

    Dear Joan, Frank & family
    We are so saddened by your sudden loss of Kristy. No words can help ease the loss you are all feeling. We are away right now but we wanted each of you to know you are in our hearts and our prayer is God will fill you with so many fond memories to help ease this loss
    Love & Prayers
    Doug & Nancy G

  36. Carl and Donna Jantzi

    September 24, 2024 at 9:30 PM

    Frank, Joan and family
    So sorry for the loss of your precious daughter and sister Kristy! May the memories you have help you through this difficult time. Prayers for God’s peace and comfort for you.

    Carl and Donna Jantzi

  37. Eric and Sue Gerber

    September 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Dear Frank and Joan,
    We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter Kristy. You are in our prayers and we ask our Lord Jesus to sustain you during these difficult times. We are sure she will be missed by the whole family.

  38. Don and Wendy Hiscox

    September 24, 2024 at 3:36 PM

    Frank, Joan and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories. We are praying for God’s peace and comfort for you in this time of grieving.

  39. Cindy Ens

    September 24, 2024 at 3:04 PM

    Dear Joan, Frank, Andrew, Tyler and family,
    I was so very sorry, to hear of Kristy’s passing.
    You are all in my thoughts and prayers, as you endure this time of grief and loss.

  40. Clare Bickell

    September 24, 2024 at 2:36 PM

    Dear Frank, Joan & Family. Our Deepest Sympathy we extend to all of you at this time. We are very saddened by this news. Losing Kristy is very shocking but God has a reason for taking her. We are Praying that God will give you strength and comfort as time passes. Love Clare and Nancy

  41. Elizabeth Shier

    September 24, 2024 at 2:05 PM

    I’m so sorry to hear of the news about Kristy’s passing. I have many great memories of her from our childhood. Rest in peace Kristy.

  42. Adrian & Cheryl Heming

    September 24, 2024 at 11:52 AM

    Frank, Joan, Andrew and Tyler

    We are so saddened to hear that Kristy passed away! You are in our thoughts! Deepest Sympathy💞

  43. Megan Lennox

    September 24, 2024 at 9:22 AM

    Frank and Joan,
    I was so sorry to hear the news of Kristy’s passing.
    My path crossed with Kristy a few times in Stratford over the years, and it was lovely to make that connection.
    Thinking of you all as grieve. Sending big hugs,
    Megan Lennox

  44. Will and Sharon Martin

    September 24, 2024 at 8:50 AM

    Frank, Joan, and family,
    We are so saddened to hear of your loss of sweet Kristy. May God be your comfort during this time.

    Love and prayers,
    Will and Sharon Martin

  45. Barbara Johnson

    September 24, 2024 at 7:49 AM

    Joan and Frank
    So sorry to hear of Kristy’s passing. I will never forget going to look at a horse for Kristy.
    Praying the Lord will comfort you at this time.

  46. Larry and Angela Jones

    September 23, 2024 at 8:35 PM

    Frank and Joan, we are so sorry for your loss of Kristy. It is our prayer that our Lord and saviour will continue to comfort you as you grieve and remember all of the good times that you were able to spend with your daughter. I am sure that she loved you dearly.
    Larry and Angela Jones

  47. Ezra McKay

    September 23, 2024 at 7:37 PM

    We are deeply saddened by this news. Kristy was a creative soul who was cared and loved by many. We send our condolences to the Dishman family. Love from the McKays out west.

  48. Abbey Thistle (DeLong)

    September 23, 2024 at 5:53 PM

    Frank, Joan, Tyler, Andrew and families, I am saddened to hear of Kristy’s passing. I have some vivid childhood memories with her and it was a pleasure to reconnect with Kristy as adolescents, when she would come to my hair salon. She was always so kind and her laugh was contagious. While having her hair cut, one of the things we would talk about was how much she loved your family cottage on the lake.
    I am thinking of you all during this unimaginable time.
    Rest in the sweetest peace Kristy

  49. Marg Vernick

    September 23, 2024 at 5:27 PM

    Dear Joan,Frank,Tyler,Andrew and family

    I am so sorry for your loss and for the grief you are enduring.
    Praying God will give you strength and peace at this time and beyond.

    With deepest condolences
    Marg

  50. Kathie Lewis

    September 23, 2024 at 4:06 PM

    Dear Joan,Frank,Tyler,Andrew and family
    I can’t say how sorry I am at the loss of dear Kristy.
    How I am praying for all of you. Praying for supernatural strength,comfort and peace.
    I love you xoxoxo

  51. Roan & Pat Elford

    September 23, 2024 at 4:04 PM

    Dear Frank, Joan, Tyler, Andrew & families. We grieve will you in your loss of your dear daughter, sister and aunt, Kristy. We didn’t know her but our hearts feel for you in your sudden loss. We pray that God will be your source of peace as you trust in His promises of eternal life and are comforted by His grace and love. We are praying for you.
    With love and sympathy,
    Roan and Pat

  52. Carol Sloetjes

    September 23, 2024 at 3:22 PM

    To the Dishman Family

    Our condolences and prayers for you all!

    Dan and Carol Sloetjes

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