Escanaba, MI
Kristen Madeline Farrell, age 49, of Escanaba (Soo Hill), passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, September 17, 2025 at Emmon’s Adult Foster Care Home, surrounded by her loving family.
Kristen was born September 16, 1976, in Escanaba, the daughter of Charles and Katherine (Kitty Larson) Olsen. She was raised in Escanaba and was a 1995 graduate of Escanaba High School. Following high school, Kristen enrolled in the pre-engineering program at Bay de Noc Community college, graduating in 1997. She went on to attend and graduate with her Civil Engineering Degree from Michigan Tech University in 2000. Shortly after graduation, on June 10, 2000, the former Kristen Olsen was united in marriage to William Farrell, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Escanaba, and together the couple made their home and raised their two daughters in Soo Hill. Kristen was employed at several Consulting Engineering firms throughout her career, most recently C2AE in Escanaba. She was a longtime member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Escanaba. In early years, Kristen enjoyed playing softball and volleyball on the women’s local leagues in Escanaba. She was also an avid Green Bay Packer fan. Kristen adored her loving husband Bill and their two beautiful daughters, Hattie and Harper and will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her.
In addition to her husband Bill, Kristen is survived by
Daughters: Hattie and Harper Farrell
Parents: Charles and Katherine Olsen
Brothers: Thomas Cummings, Thomas (Sheila) Olsen and Jeff Olsen
Nephews: Devin Olsen, Braden Olsen, Jarret Olsen, Jacob (Sydnee) Farrell and
Nicholas Farrell
Mother in law: Sally Farrell
Brother in law: Steve (Deena) Farrell
Kristen was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents and her father in law Robert Farrell.
Kristen’s family will receive friends on Monday September 22, 2025, from 2:00PM to 5:00PM, at the Skradski Familly Funeral Home in Escanaba. Funeral services will follow visiting hours on Monday, at 5:30PM, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Escanaba, with Pastor Elisabeth Daniels officiating. Luncheon will follow in the Bethany Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall. Kristen will be laid to rest in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells. Bill and his family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Emmon’s Adult Foster Care and U.P. Home & Hospice for their exceptional care for Kristen. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements.
Pat Rudden - Escanaba, MI
I met Kristen when we both played volleyball at the Escanaba Civic Center. Besides being an awesome player, she was a very kind person. My prayers for her family. May she rest in peace.
Ann Streichert - Escanaba, MI
Dear Bill and Girls,
So sorry for the loss of Kristen. May all her beautiful memories help you all find peace and understanding of her short life. Although we will not be able to attend. Know our thoughts and Prayers are with everyone.
Love to all,
Ann Streichert and Mike King.
Robert and Cathy Blalock - Escanaba, MI
Thoughts prayers and hugs for you and your family
Sue Pifke - Escanaba, Mi
My deepest sympathy to Chuck and Kitty and their family.
Michael DePlonty - Kiel, Germany, MI
To Bill and the family of Kristen, it is with a very saddened heart that I learned of Kristen’s passing. I did not know her well, other than she was with my brother in school from Kindergarten to graduation and through Sunday school. I remember us picking her up every Sunday and driving her to church, and she almost always had a wonderful smile on her face. To me, she was a wonderful, sweet girl who exuded sunshine. May God comfort you in this immediate time of grieving and fill your hearts with laughter and fantastic memories as you reminisce and continue to grieve.
Mike Lehman - Oshkosh , WI
Bill, I am so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. You and your family have my deepest condolences. Take Care Mike Lehman
Marilyn Albrecht - Gladstone , MI
Thoughts and Prayers for you and your family.
Becky Quinn - Gladstone , MI
My deepest sympathy to you Kitty. Sending you love and prayers for strength.
Kathy & Paul Dollhopf - Gladstone, MI
Sorry for your loss. Glad you could help with her journey.
Theresa Pietsch - Gladstone, Mi
Dear Chuck and Kitty, Bill and girls,
I just found out about Kristen and am so sorry for your loss. May God help you all through this very difficult time, and with time I pray some of your grief is lessened.
Prayers, Theresa (Bowden) Pietsch