Kristin Dawn Richert (nee Bultas-Rand), born October 6, 1971, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023, in Cape Canaveral, FL surrounded by her adoring children Brett, Jason (Jay), and Sophie, her beloved life partner, Mike Knoebel and his children Cole, Cason and Kinsley whom she lovingly regarded as her own.

A registered nurse, Kris was guided by a deep compassion and desire to help others. She worked tirelessly to help all people and devoted her life to altruism. Her magnetic personality and infectious laugh endeared her to everyone she encountered. To have met Kris was to love Kris. Always bubbling with enthusiasm for new adventures, she opened the business of her dreams with her loving partner Mike, Salty Gator Bike Factory in Cocoa Beach, FL, selling and renting custom designed E-bikes.

Kris was passionate about animals and nature, always feeding, rescuing, or nurturing every animal that crossed her path.  She was a lively, bright presence and her unfailing kindness elicited a ripple effect that will forever echo and resonate in the hearts of all who knew her.

Kris’s greatest joy in life was providing for her children, which she did with an extraordinary degree of love, patience, and enthusiasm.  Ever the fun Mom, she spent every moment of every day ensuring that her children lived a life embraced by unconditional love.  She found beauty in everything that she touched, and her contagious personality will live on, reflected in those whose lives she encountered.

Kris was preceded in death by her parents.  She is survived by three siblings and many nieces and nephews in addition to her children, life partner and many friends. May the beautiful memories and lessons that Kris created be eternal.  Rest in peace our mother, sister, aunt, soulmate, and dear friend.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, October 27th from 4pm until 8pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W 55^th St, Countryside, IL 60525.

In lieu of flowers, monetary donations would be appreciated to benefit Kris’s children as a trust is being set up to ensure their future. Donations may be sent to Sandy Lane c/o The Kristin Richert Family:  530 East Hunt Hwy, Ste 238, San Tan Valley, AZ  85143. Funeral information: 708-352-6500