Photo Courtesy of Manzanares’ GoFundMe Account.
While on a cruise on July 25, the life of Kristy Manzanares was tragically taken from her. A current resident of St. George, Manzanares grew up in Sunnyside and graduated from East Carbon High School.
A GoFundMe account has been created to benefit the three daughters of Manzanares. Due to the fact that she passed away on the cruise, her body is far away from where she is hoped to be laid to rest. Unfortunately, the cost of such travel is sizable.
“Kristy was a smart, kind, beautiful woman that had so much to live for. She had three beautiful daughters that she loved more than anything,” the GoFundMe account boasts.
The account goes on to state that Manzanares worked hard and put her three children before anything else in her life. The goal for the account is $50,000. At press time, the amount raised was around $30,000. If you would like to donate to this account, click here.
The family has released a statement, which reads:
“We are devastated over the loss of Kristy. She is the light of our lives – a devoted mother, daughter, sister and friend. Kristy led by example with her giving heart and we are inspired by the legacy of kindness and optimism she has instilled in her children.
We appreciate all of the support shown toward us from friends and family in Carbon and Washington Counties as well as Princess Cruise Lines and Alaska Airlines. We ask for privacy as we mourn together and continue our focus on Kristy’s children.”
— The Hunt and Manzanares Families