HUDSON FALLS – Kristen M. Temple, 44 of Hudson Falls, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020, under the care of hospice at her fathers home in Fort Ann.
Kristen Michele Temple was gifted to the world on March 21, 1976. Born in Ticonderoga NY, she was adopted at 10 weeks and began her new life in Fort Ann. She loved horses and cats and began riding at Jan-San Acres when she was seven. Soon after, she was gifted her first horse Mike, who happily carried Kristen and her best friend, Molly McFadden on many backyard adventures.
Kristen and Molly became involved with Girl Scouts when their moms started a troop for Fort Ann girls. Kristen transferred to Hudson Falls Middle School and enjoyed having her mom as her 7th and 8th grade Art teacher.
Kristen’s favorite place on earth was South Welfleet, Cape Cod, where she and her family spent many summer vacations. Kristen was a redhead and of course had that signature personality, some might have called her “bossy”! By taking on the responsibility of social director at the beach every day, Kristen assured that she and her parents were always socially connected with fun and interesting people.
The summer before her senior year, 17-year-old Kristen was discovered to have Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She was treated with great care and ultimate success by Dr. JoAnne Porter of the Children’s Cancer Center at Albany Medical Hospital. Later Kristen was honored to be recognized by Channel 6’s “Melodies of Christmas” at Proctor’s Theater, through which she was highlighted as a young cancer survivor in a video seen on television. After having received chemotherapy and then radiation for over a year and seeing so many other young children fighting their way through the scourge of cancer, Kristen decided her life’s vocation was to be a nurse. She became a CNA, then furthered her education to become an LPN. She worked at several nursing home facilities, her favorite was Teresian House where she found the love of caring for the elderly was most satisfying and rewarding and would be her life-long commitment. While living in Albany, Kristen found time to become a foster parent for many abandoned and rescued cats while raising her beautiful daughter Marley, but when twins Ahayla and Arion (both their initials “ART” in honor of her mother) came along it was time to return to the North country to be near her parents.
Marley, Ahayla and Arion were lovers of all things Minnie and Mickey, and Kristen made sure that she was able to take her children on the vacation of a lifetime at Disneyland in Florida.
Kristen then was employed by Fort Hudson Health Care Facility while she and her children lived in Hudson Falls. Tragically, during this last employment Kristen was diagnosed with breast cancer. She fought bravely for 3 years with the relentless investigation for the newest and most effective help and treatment by Dr. Christopher Mason at the Glens Falls Cancer Center. Kristen’s family gratefully acknowledges his unyielding devotion to his patients as one of the finest Oncologists to be found anywhere.
Because of the current healthcare crisis caused by the Coronavirus, Kristen and her 3 children lived with her parents for her last 3 weeks. High Peaks Hospice health care professionals Maura and Debbie cared for Kristen with great love and tenderness during her final days, and thankfully, Kristen was able to leave her earthly home, peacefully, with a little smile, and her Mom and Dad at her bedside.
Kristen is survived by her parents, Maureen and Robin Temple, her daughter Marley Olivia MacPherson, her twins Ahayla and Arion Temple, niece Alexis Temple, and sister Lauren Temple.
Also, her extended birth family- mother Judy LaMott, grandmother, special sister Jennifer Burnett, and two other sisters and a brother.
Warmer weather will come to help us celebrate the life of Kristen. Until such time that we all can gather to share stories and hugs, we will think of this brave young woman who gave life her best shot! Stay tuned for that date to be announced.
Donations to ‘gofundme.com for Kristen Temple’ to help her children in their transition to their new life, or ‘highpeakshospice.org’ are greatly appreciated.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Dear Maureen and Robin, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved and cared for her and her children. God bless you both!
A sad day for our friends the Temples. May their many friends be their strenght
I can not begin to express how sad I am for your loss. Experiencing the loss of a family member is so personal that very few of us can understand the grief involved. My god bless and be with you . Big Hugs. with sympathy, Mrs. Ibby
Kristen will always be remembered for the smile and laugh that was unique to her. On behalf of The Chard Family ( Thomas and Lauren, Jesica, Tom , Jasmine and Todd) we extend our deepest and most sincere prayers. Maureen and Robin , we love you and are all thinking of you, sending love .
Kristen was a classmate and her mom was one of my favorite teachers. I am so very sorry for the loss. I love the picture. Her big, bright, beautiful smile! My condolences to the family, especially her loving, sweet mom and her three children.
Friends and loyal customers aren’t forgotten. Carolyn and Tom Clary are thinking of you both at this sad time.
To robin and maureen
My deepest condolences to you and family at the time of loss of kristen.
She will be missed by so many,i will cherish all those memories ive had with you all of you
So sorry to hear of your loss. What a nice young lady. My thoughts remain with you.
Maureen and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Kristen’s passing. I am sending love and prayers to you, along with a big hug for Marley.
Fondly,
Danielle
Dear Maureen,Robin, Alexis, and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Love, Mindy and Jerry Stockman.
To Kristen’s family we send our sincerest sympathies for your tragic loss. Her life was cut short, but her fabulous smile will live on in your hearts. We remember that smile well at HFHS where she bore her illness bravely, wearing her baseball cap and daring the disease to stop her! We’re happy she had a life of love & fulfillment, helping and loving those who needed her.
Dear Maureen, Robin and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you with the loss of
your dear Kristen. May the happy memories of her be a
source of comfort during this difficult time.
Most sincerely, Sue and Roy Cottrell
I didn’t know Kristin, but I had the pleasure of having her mom as my art teacher. I’m so sorry for your families loss. May she be at peace 🙏🏻
Mrs Temple and family:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. Thinking of you all
Kelly Waters Leclaire
Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.
My dearest sympathies.We send our love and heartfelt prayers! ❤️
Kristen was a wonderful, caring person and we were so blessed to have her volunteer for F.A.C.T. in 2018/2019. She helped us with an area in Granville that had over 40 cats and kittens, all of which needed extra medical care. Despite her struggles with cancer, she went above and beyond to make sure every cat had the best chance possible. Over 40 cats have better lives now thanks to her kindness and dedication. We were all so sad to hear of her passing. She will be very missed. Your family is in our thoughts. ❤️
Maureen and Robin,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your daughter; Kristin. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. ❤️🙏🏻
Dear Maureen and Robin,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter, Kristen.
May she rest in peace knowing that your love will help guide her beautiful children.
Our Deepest Condolences for you and her extended family.
Robin & Maureen
Words don’t seem to come easy at a time like this. My deepest condolences to the family. May the good Lord watch over you and the children and may you find comfort through family and friends. You are with me in thought and prayers.
❤️
“Love, like a beautiful song, carries on in the heart when the last note is silent.“ Author unknown
Mrs. Temple, I am shocked and saddened to hear of Kristen’s passing. I remember her as that cute little kid roaming the halls in junior high, in between classes. A sweet girl who always got along with everyone. Sending you love hugs and wishes for healing for you all.