Kristen Hartley

Peacefully and surrounded by her loved ones, Kristen Hartley passed away on May 22nd, 2024 after a short and courageous battle with cancer. She was only 32 years old. Our family is devastated by this tragic loss.

Kristen is remembered as a remarkable mother who loved her children with her entire heart.  Kristen brought joy and laughter into the world everywhere she went. A fiercely creative soul, Kristen has spread beauty and joy through her professional endeavors with hairstyling, nail design and most recently, tattoo artistry. Kristen had a special way of making every person she met feel special, accepted and loved. She spent her final days sharing her contagious laughter and strong ‘rebel’ spirit with her loved ones.

Kristen leaves behind her three young and beautiful children, Cole, Quinn, Kade Hartley and their father, Tyler Hartley; her partner, Nicholas Skippen; her parents, Ken and Sheri Whetham; her siblings, Trishia Whetham, Garrett Whetham (Brianna), Austin Whetham (Sydney), Jessica O’Regan (Ryan), and Brandon O’Regan (Nicole); her grandparents, Ken and Joyce Whetham; as well as numerous loving relatives and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Donations can be made in support of Kristen’s children https://gofund.me/27a9bf02.

The family wishes to express their gratitude and appreciation to all of the staff at University Hospital, Grey Bruce Health Services, and Chapman House Hospice for their care and compassion.  Arrangements entrusted to Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services.