Krista Lee Gisvold

Krista Lee Gisvold
Grand Forks Herald
Published Wednesday, June 25, 2008

On Thursday, June 19, 2008,while on vacation in Wyoming, Krista Lee was called home to the Lord.

Krista Lee Gisvold was born on Thursday, September 29, 1988, in Cavalier, ND the first daughter of Dean and Janice (White) Gisvold. In 1989, Krista's family moved to Grand Forks, where she spent 18 fun-filled years. In 1991, Krista welcomed her little sister, Shanna Ruth into her home.

Krista started kindergarten at the age of 4 at Winship Elementary. She continued her education and graduated with honors from Central High School in May of 2006. During her school years, she was active in choir, softball, National Honor Society and taught Sunday school.

In August of 2006 Krista moved into the dorms at UND to attend nursing school. She became a CNA and began working for Development Homes, Inc. in June of 2007. She loved her work and had many wonderful clients.

Krista had an incredible smile and lived each day to the fullest. She held no grudges and lived without regrets. Her motto, "Take life by the reigns". Family and friends were very important parts of Krista's life.

The special people she shared her 19 years with included, her dad, Dean, mom, Janice, sister, Shanna Ruth, her "fat puppy" Shabie, her special grandmother Laura White and a very special friend Matt. Krista also was loved by aunts, uncles, cousins and tons of friends.

Krista continued to help others in need by donating several of her organs.

A Celebration of Krista Lee's Life will be held on Friday, June 27 at 2:00 p.m. at University Lutheran, 2122 University Avenue, Grand Forks, ND.

Friends may greet the family one hour prior.