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Ryan Donaldson posted a condolence
Monday, February 15, 2021
For six amazing years of my youth I had the wonderful experience of going to Camp Woodsmoke. Those years were some of the most formative in my life and I have a deep love of nature to this day that would not have been possible if not for Kris and Jane. I remember being Kris' tennis partner one year and her encouragement and leadership standing out to me so much. I also won't forget the music at Saturday night Vespers and the love she had for so many of us.
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Chris Rossignol posted a condolence
Friday, July 10, 2020
I apologize for this belated message. To Jane and family of Kris, I am very sorry for your loss. What can I say about Kris and Woodsmoke. I would not be the person I am today if it were not for Kris and Jane. She took me in for a few summers as my parents were divorcing. She did not want me to be around as they worked/battled through their divorce. She took care of the whole summer and it was there I learned to really have fun, work hard, learn to teach and become who I am today. She was as tough as nails but only because she wanted what was best for you. When I was old enough she gave me a job and I taught sailing for 5 years with her and Jane at Woodsmoke. Years later, a year before Woodsmoke closed my daughter wanted to go to Woodsmoke so I made some inquiries and was getting ready to send in a deposit and sign my daughter up when the phone rang. On the other end was Kris in her way asking what the heck was I thinking about paying for my daughter to go to Camp. She had already sign Jessica up and to make sure we had her there on time. All I can say is my daughter left for camp a timid young girl and when we picked her up several weeks later she walked off that boat as if she owned the world. She walked right up to me and said Dad, I know what you mean now. From that day forward she has taken charge of life and has been very successful, All I can say with sincere gratitude to Kris, Jane and the Woodsmoke family is thank you. You taught me how to be a man and you did it again 15 years later with my daughter. Kris, you were the toughest and most caring person I ever knew. I will always cherish the time I spent with you for those 8 summers and I am so sorry I lost touch over the years. Again, my deepest condolences to Jane and Kris's family. With Love, Chris Rossignol
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Andrea Riner posted a condolence
Friday, March 8, 2019
Three of the best summers of my life were spent as a young girl at Camp Woodsmoke and I know that the beauty of that place, the people who worked there and the magical experiences I had there changed my life. All for the better. I wished I had let Kris know that a long time ago so I hope Jane might also hear what important women they were in my young life. Thank you. Know that your legacy is strong.
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Missi Strack posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
You will be missed my friend, you will be missed..... Love ya........
"I give you this one thought to keep-
I am with you still - I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone-
I am still with you - in each new dawn."
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Sarah Clark posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2019
Kris, you had a beautiful life here on this earth. Your journey is now complete and time for you to relax and enjoy. take all those up in Heaven and show the all the wonderful times and features that the great out doors has too offer. Thank you for making me a better person for knowing you. I remember some of our long talks when I was you "team manager" at NCCC. The memories of Camp Wood Smoke will be long lasting and even when I went there and begged you to let me go home when I was supposed to be out there for a week. Makes me smile just knowing you. Rest Well now and Godspeed Ma'am...
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Carol Hoffman posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2019
So sorry for your loss, Jane
I met Kris when she was my Phys-Ed teacher and basketball coach at North Country. I always felt she was larger than life. My daughter spend a couple of summers at Woodsmoke and had a great time. Kris will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy
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Kerry Flynn posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Dear Jane...we are so sorry to hear about Kris passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and both of your families.
Kerry Flynn and John Lacy
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David Ross posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Kris was a big part of our summers at Lake Placid. I’ll always remember the summer I spent helping out as the pack boy for the New Hampshire hike, and the evenings at the lodge, by the fire, with Kris at the guitar, leading us in camp songs that never ended ... Rest In Peace.
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James Lalonde posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Kris was a true leader who guided myself and many in life. Her leadership has shaped our lives and will live on in many generations to come. My deepest sympathy to both Jane Bacon and Kris Hansen family's. As a camp cook for several years the fun in your life will live on - Gin and Tonic on the lake is forever. Godspeed!
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Judy Todd posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
I consider Kris and Jane part of my family. I
Kris introduced my parents to Lake Placid and I am forever grateful for that! I live in the ADK now. I took all of my swimming and lifeguarding courses at Woodsmoke, was a CIT and Instructor for many years. Camp was a second home to me. I am a 46er because of Kris and Woodsmoke. I will miss you Kris and I think of you often as I swim, hike, and enjoy the ADKs. Love, Judy
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Monica Davis posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
What a fantastic forward thinking leader who positively influenced and inspired so many. Thank you.
❤️Blessed to have known you❤️
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Ken Youngblood posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Kris would never have known the esteem I cherished in how she comported her life. In a time when same sex marriages were taboo even to talk about, Kris never wavered in expressing her love for Jane. She is one of those pioneers who made possible the evolution in a society's acceptance of alternative life choices. I knew her as a colleague at North Country Community College, and the example she set as a professional educator superseded any dwelling on her gender role. Even back in the 70's we didn't think about that other aspect of her life, other than to know she loved, and loved well . She was too much of a human being to be confined by narrow-mindedness.
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Lora Brown,Sarasota FL posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Dear Jane and Family, Kris was the strongest lady I ever met and her legacy of helping children's esteem will last forever. My prayers are with you as you celebrate the life of this amazing lady who will long be remembered as a giver....when I think of her, I think of two words....SHE LOVED .
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