Birth date: Nov 9, 1980 Death date: Aug 24, 2021
Kristina Danielle Hunt, 40, passed away August 24, 2021. Kristina was born in Winter Haven, Florida on November 9, 1980. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.A. in History. Kristina was currently employed b Read Obituary
I shared the office next to Kristina, with only 1-dividing wall between us, our doors are next to each other which indicates how closely we worked. I remember Kristina from her 1st days with the City as I was a member of the HR interview panel who selected Kristina. She was self-motivated to learn all aspects of HR and being her best self. She excelled in learning and applied it to become a key contributor in HR. We relied on her calm demeanor and passion to do the right thing for each challenging case she handled.
Often, we were the last 2-stragglers leaving HR after 5PM as we were both working late to complete something we thought couldn't wait until the next day. We worked on many issues together as we tried to apply policies and the laws to arrive at the right determination in the best interest of employees. Kristina was also witty and had quick humorous responses to lighten the mood or ease tension during discussions.
To many employees, Kristina was the face of HR from the new hires at Orientation to assisting with New Supervisor Training on Employment Law and Labor issues, she capably handled FMLA; Accommodation requests; Fitness-for-Duty; Pandemic Covid issues; Sick Leave Pool and many others that required her to show empathy and kindness.
To me, next door to her, she was like a daughter. She born the same year as my only daughter, so we connected on a personal level too. There is a hole in my heart from the loss of Kristina and I will reach out to her Mom Cassie to express my sincere condolences.
Geli Eldemire
My deepest condolences to Kristina’s family. She was a very sweet and caring person. I enjoyed biking and running the races with her. She will be missed!
Most of my memories are of Krissie - I knew her as a little girl and watched as she grew into a beautiful woman - always so proud of her - my heart breaks for her and Cassie and family. I love you friend💔 Kathy
Thoughts and prayers for family and friends. I will miss our daily chats at work- never calling each other by name just “hey pal”. The world has lost a little of its light without Kristina. Until we meet again pal.
Mike Williams
Cassie!! My heart is breaking for you right now! I was so so sorry to hear this…she was such an amazing person! So full of life and I know how this has had to totally rock your family. The only blessing in this is that she’s having so much fun right now with Grandma Betty and you will see her again one day. Sending All of my love and prayers to you and your family. Melissa Rotarius Thompson
