Kristene M. "Krissy," of Loveland. Loving fianc of Rick Brown. Dear sister of Michael F. Merz, Sally A. Ward (James) and the late Daniel Merz. Dear aunt of four and great aunt of four. Niece of Elaine Hammersmith and Janice and Emmett Strull. Passed away January 22, 2016 at the age of 50. Friends will be received Wednesday, January 27 from 6-7:30 PM in the Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home, 129 N. Riverside Dr., Loveland, where a Memorial Service will follow at 7:30 PM. Donations may be made to your local S.P.C.A. Funeral Home: Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center - Loveland 129 Riverside Drive Loveland, OH US 45140