Kristen Tomey of Manahawkin, NJ, died Thursday, October 20, 2011 at the age of 52 after a short illness. She was born in Waterloo, IA and was the daughter of the late Rex and Helen Tomey. She grew up in Moline, IL, attended Moline High School and later graduated from Illinois State University with a double major in English and Theater. Her first real career began with State Farm Insurance Company in Bloomington, IL right after college. In the 27+ years with State Farm, she served in various positions living in Illinois, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New Jersey. She spent the last five years as a very successful State Farm Agent in Manahawkin, New Jersey. When relocating to New Jersey in 2006 to start her business, Kristen immediately immersed herself in several community and business organizations such as the Manahawkin Soroptimist, Business Professional Women, Southern Ocean County Medical Center Foundation, Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce, and Business Network International. She was an avid learner, enjoyed traveling, the theater, fine arts and music. Kristen’s kindness, caring nature, intellect and her wit touched all of those who knew her. She is survived by her sister, Cheryl Anne and Willie Jones of Burlington, IA, her brother Mitch and Deborah Tomey of Minneapolis, MN, sister Lisa and Danny Haynes of Elmwood, IL, and brother Steven and Darlene Tomey of Bushnell, Il and an extended family of many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Monday, October 24 from 3-6:30 with a memorial service at 6:30 at the Maxwell Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ. 08050. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Soroptimist International Island, NJ (Tomey Scholarship Fund), American Cancer Society of Toms River, NJ, or Humane Society of Ocean City, NJ.
I was so saddened this Saturday morning to read of Kristen’s passing. Though I did not know Kristen personally, when we loose someone in our State Farm family we are all affected and heart broken.
My deepest prayers go out to those she loved that are left behind and hope that we all share in the belief that she is in a safe beautiful place with our Saviour.
She was a wonderful Aunt and was robbed of so many years. All who knew and loved her are now victims.
She was a wonderful Aunt and was robbed of so many years. All who knew and loved her are now victims.
Such a dear friend that always saw the good in people, and was always a positive influence; she will surely be missed.
Kristen eas such a dear friend that always saw the good in people, her positive influence will be missed.
Although I never met Kristen, we spoke on the phone business to business. She was always very kind and good natured. I’m sure she will be missed by all that knew her. My thoughts are with her family as well as her State Farm family.
Kristen will always hold a special place in my heart. Kind hearted, caring, and an advocate for all. I am grateful to Kristen for being my champion and credit her for much of the success I’ve accomplished. She had a special knack for seeing the potential in everyone and took the effort to help people see it and believe too. Accept my deepest sympathy and know that Kristen will always be remembered for her generosity, kindness and the adventures I was fortunate to share with her. I can still see her in a blue raincoat smiling on the bow of the Maids of the Mist in Niagara Falls. Thank you Kristen for the light you shone on us all.
Kristen was a wonderfun person. She touched so many lives. I knew her for 20+ years and she was such a great friend. I will truely miss her and her smile.
Kristen and I were cousins. At one time, many years ago, we would write each other. As time went on we lost touch. I wish that had never happened. My sympathies go to her family, who is so full of love. God Bless, Love, Lisa
Mitch,
Sorry to learn about the passing of Kristen. I have not seen her since high school butI really liked her and it saddens my heart for you and your family.
I have only good thoughts of my time with Kristen. I’ve known her for about 18 years and it started with our paths at State Farm. She was a mentor to me and I grew as a person because of her encouragement and confidence in me. I am forever thankful for her laughter and positive influence in my life. She had the ability to find that special part in people and help them thrive to accomplish their goals. I’m sad that she is gone, but truly know in my heart that I will see her again in Heaven with MY Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a tremendous example of how we should all live on earth.
Thank you! Gena Gray
I just got car insurance from Kristen in September. I am very upset to hear of her passing. She gave me a State Farm mug and I complimented her on her cheery office and her courteous professional service. I took her card and promised to recommend her to friends and family. Manahawkin and State Farm lost a great Agent. Sincere condolences to her family.
My Condolences to Kristen’s family. I have only known Kristen for the past Year and a half as one of her State Farm Customers, however she was very kind and helpful during my process of relocating to NJ from PA. I was very saddened to hear of her sudden passing.
With Kind Regards,
Chris Ball
Kristen and I knew each other at Il State. She was one of the most amazing persons that I ever met. I will miss her. scott hettrich