Miss Kristen Lee Bernst, age 43 years, passed away in the T.B.R.H.S.C. on Friday, January 30, 2026.  She was a bubbly personality who was always there to give of herself.  She is survived by her parents Richard and Cheryl Bernst.  A service to celebrate Kristen’s life will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel, 21 N. Court Street.  Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery.  As expressions of sympathy memorials to the Dew Drop In would be appreciated.  On-line condolences may be made at www.sargentandson.com.