Kristine A. (Snyder) Giannandrea , R.N.

Mrs. Kristine A. (Snyder) Giannandrea, R.N., age 42, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, August 8, 2006. Born in Utica on February 2, 1964, Kristine was the daughter of Keith and Helen Jean (Allen) Snyder. Raised and educated in Whitesboro, she was a 1982 graduate of Whitesboro High School. On March 31, 1992, she married Frank Giannandrea. They were committed to each other during their marriage, and were blessed with the greatest of joys, their children. Kristine began her working career at Faxton-St. Luke’s Nursing Home, a position which motivated her to realize her destined calling of becoming a registered nurse. She attended M.V.C.C., fulfilling the requirements of licensure in New York State. She then took a position at St. Luke’s Hospital and subsequently worked at Bassett Hospital. Most currently, she was employed by the Faxton-St. Luke’s Campus at the St. Luke’s Hospital. During her tenure in these facilities, these positions were in the Intensive Care and Critical Care Units. A well loved and respected professional, she was appreciated by her co-workers and patients alike. A fun loving person, Kristine was the joy of her parents’ life. A nurturing, warm, and ever-watchful mother to her children, she naturally had a profound interest in their lives. She frequently left cleverly creative notes for them to read in her absence, and she furnished her home with comfort and love. She enjoyed cooking and gardening, and derived great pleasure from being outdoors. She was very fond of the holidays, and the closeness of family at these times. Kristine was gifted with artistic talent in the area of artwork. She had an aesthetic sense for music of all eras and composers, and had amassed an impressive collection. She was very well-read, and was an astute history buff; she was especially interested in Civil War memorabilia. Kristine was of the Episcopal faith. Kristine is survived by her husband, Frank; her adored children, Marina Snyder Giannandrea, and Dana Andrew Giannandrea, both at home; her parents, Keith and Helen Jean Snyder of Deerfield; her brother and sister-in-law, Kelly and Rebecca Snyder, and their daughter Tiffany, of Syracuse. Always close to her heart was her brother Kevin, who passed away in 1986. Surviving also are nieces and nephews, including Kevin’s children, Sean, Carly, Emily and their mother, Amy. Kristine also leaves her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Umberto and Luigia “Gina” Giannandrea, and brother-in-law, Anthony Giannandrea; a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins; and her long time friend, Charmaine; her co-worker and dear friend, Tammy; and her many wonderful workmates. The family wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to the Utica Police Department and the Utica Fire Department for the kindness and compassion shown to the family, and a sincere appreciation for the outpouring of friendships, which have helped the family endure the difficulties. In keeping with Kristine’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial donations in Kristine’s honor to the family to establish an educational fund for her children, or to the Stevens-Swan Humane Society, in acknowledgement of her love of animals. Envelopes will be available and may be directed to the funeral home. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Kristine A. (Snyder) Giannandrea , R.N.

February 2, 1964 - August 8, 2006