Katrina Fullerton

We are deeply saddened by the passing of your daughter and sister. It was a sheer pleasure and joy to have known and worked with Katrina over all these years. She gave us so many wonderful memories that make us want to laugh and cry at the same time.
Our heartfelt condolences to your family.

I had the pleasure of meeting Katrina when I stepped into her shoes during her maternity leave. Even in the short time we spent together, her smile lit up the room with positivity, patience, and warmth, making me feel like part of the family in the department.
One of my most vivid memories of her is when she surprised me and generously made me a homemade birthday cake, showing her thoughtfulness and kindness.

Katrina was loved so much by the children; I watched as they would swarm around her in the playground, showering her with love, highlighting her incredible bond with each and every one of them. It was obvious that the children adored her.
I will be forever grateful for the short time we spent together.
Rest in peace, my friend.
With love,

We were lucky enough to know Katrina as teacher to our two girls and also outside school. We will always remember her as such a ray of sunshine in all our lives and just the perfect primary school teacher.

Our girls loved lessons with Miss F (as they call her), and she gave them the greatest gift - she taught them to read in English and to love reading. So whenever our girls enjoy a book we will remember Katrina, her enthusiasm and encouragement will stay with them for years to come.

Our love to PA, Oscar and all the family, and our thanks to all who brought Katrina into our lives.

Julia and John Atkinson (Lyon)

Cher Pierre-Alexandre, Cher Oscar,
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Fullerton, family and friends.

Words cannot describe the profound sadness felt upon the loss of dear Katrina.

It was a privilege to have known and worked with Katrina, to witness her zest for life, her limitless joy and immense love and kindness towards others. Her profound humanity and warmth will never be forgotten.

May Katrina rest in peace.

Holding you close in my thoughts.

With sincerest condolences.

Julie

There are no words to express the sadness of this tragic loss. My children have very fond memories of Katrina (especially Elias who was lucky enough to have her as his teacher in CE1). I remember her getting the children singing at the Halloween party, getting the children acting in Jack and the Beanstalk, organising a collection of supplies to take to Nepal one summer, dealing with all of the technical aspects of Google Classroom and Bug Club - she certainly went above and beyond in her role as a teacher and she will be sorely missed. Lila was so looking forward to having her as her teacher one day. I hope Katrina's family finds some comfort in reading about how much she was appreciated, and we send our sincere condolences to them at this difficult time.

It’s been over six years since I’ve been in Miss Fullerton’s class, since I was taught how to use my gmail account and how to make a PowerPoint, created a website page about endangered coral reefs and much more, and yet it makes me smile every time I think back. We’d studied The Breadwinner, and talked about the living conditions of women in Afghanistan in depth despite our young age at the time. One thing, if I had to pick, that I will remember forever, was a simple sentence she told me, but which means the world: that I had a British accent when I read aloud, this accent I was already starting to lose ever so slightly but that I am still fighting to keep. Even now, every time I read out loud in class I think back to those words and it makes me confident all over. Thanks for everything, Miss Fullerton, I will truly miss you forever.

I am still and will never be over the fact that miss Fullerton died, she was a great teacher and was always super positive about the smallest thing. May the angels protect her and her family.

I was really sad to hear of our Ms.Fullerton's death. She was a great teacher and I imagine a great wife and mom. I offer my best wishes to her family and stand by their side through this. I'm really sorry.

I loved Mrs. Fullerton and how she helped everyone during difficult times and how nice she was. As a new student in CE2 (2022-23), she helped me make new friends and integrate well.

Zahi El Haibi, CM1 at CSI

i’ve never had Miss Fullerton but i’ve heard amazing things about her
Suaimhneas síoraí chailleann fullerton

So sorry to hear about Katrina - we had such good times living together in Prague and I have very fond memories of her. Thinking of Pierre Alexandre (PA), baby Oscar and Katrina's parents and siblings. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Dear Miss Fullerton’s family,

When I heard about what happened I was devastated. Miss F taught me to read and to enjoy learning, she was my English teacher in CP and CE1. I miss not being able to see her around school.

Emilie, CM1


I loved Miss Fullerton, she was a beautiful teacher and I miss her lots.

Lucie, CE1

Dear Katrina's Family,

I don’t have words to express my feeling on this unbearable loss. Please accept my deepest condolences.
My warmest thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of immense sadness.

Working alongside Katrina for so many years was an absolute joy. Dedicated, innovative and rigorous, full of sparkle, warmth and gentle humour - no one could ask for more in a colleague or a teacher. She was modest too and wouldn’t believe I could miss her as much as I do.

All my love and thoughts to her beautiful family in Ireland, and of course to Pa and little Oscar here in Lyon.

To Katrina's family in Lyon & Donegal,

Katrina taught both my girls, Annalie & Josie, and I got to know her well through helping out at school. She was always smiling, cheerful and fun, and the children adored her.

I can't imagine the shock and sadness you must feel, but I hope knowing the positive impact she made in her teaching and her joyful presence at school will provide you with some comfort. It will certainly remain with her pupils and the parents who had the privilege of knowing her.

I particularly admired Katrina's approach to celebrating difference and, of course, her St Patrick's Day celebrations always went down a treat.

She was a well-loved person and will be very sadly missed by us all.

I send you my love and sincere condolences.

When I think of Katrina, sometimes we’re cycling along the river after work on a sunny day, or ensconced on a sofa with a large supply of chocolate biscuits. Possibly we’re in the park with a newborn Oscar, sharing our pregnancy journeys and planning the future friendship of our little ones (whilst trying to scare the geese away from our sandwiches). Whether I remember us talking about books, work, or babies, in my memory we are always laughing; usually a rather mischievous cackle.

I will be forever grateful for having been able to call Katrina my friend. As well as this, she was an inspiring colleague who brought joy to the mundane and made my daily life in Lyon that much brighter.

To all of you, her family, I can only imagine the pride and love with which you must be filled when you think of your Katrina.

With warmest wishes to you all,
Beth

Sincere sympathies on the passing of Katrina. May she rest in peace

I have had the privilege to work with Katrina for 7 years. Both being expats, we formed a very close and strong bond. We saw each other every day at work and often during weekends and holidays.

Katrina’s company was easy- we could chat, moan and laugh about anything. She could always see the funny and positive side of any situation. I will miss the times we have been robbed of spending together and the chats that we didn’t get to have. But I deeply cherish all the memories made and the support we gave each other while both living away from our families.

When I think of Katrina, I think of her great sense of humour and some hilarious one liners she came out with!

Our boys, Oscar and Kian, will continue to see each other a lot and I know that will make her smile.

Shine in peace my dearest friend.
All my love,
Eve

So sad to hear of Katrina's passing x lovely girl rip. Bless all the family and may God give them strength.

Au nom des personnels et des élèves de la cité scolaire internationale, recevez, chère famille de Katrina, nos sincères condoléances et nos pensées attristées.
La perte de Katrina est un immense chagrin pour tous ses collègues et pour les élèves qui ont eu tant de joie à apprendre et découvrir à ses côtés. Puisse ce souvenir demeurer toujours.

Chacun son étoile
Filante
Car rien ne dure
Tout s'inscrit dans l'éternel éphémère
Quelque soit la douleur
Quelque soit la souffrance
Quelque soit l'Injustice
Patente
La vie est plus forte
Que tout
Dans les gestes qu'on laisse
Dans les dignités qu'on lègue
Dans les transmissions qu'on offre
au quotidien, au-delà de soi
Et ça
Quelque soit son âge
l'enfant qu'on a, l'a et l'aura, au delà de la chair.

Our deepest condolences to Katrina’s family, her husband and baby son. She will be dearly missed. Our children enjoyed very much her teaching during 2 wonderful years. She was one of those person that make a difference, bringing joy and energy in every day class and will be remembered as such.

We have been deeply affected by this terrible news. Our children simply adored their teacher, and we can say without hesitation that it was mainly her enthusiasm, devotion and deep tenderness that made them love this school. Alice was terribly moved by this news... Our sincere condolences.

Terribly sad news! I have fond memories of Katrina as a young bubbly teacher in Lyon. The world was her oyster. Deepest sympathies to all the family.

I am deeply saddened by Katrina's passing. She was very professionnal and kind to pupils. She will be sorely missed.
I remember how cheerful she was, I remember her smile.
My sincere condolences,

Sincerest condolences to Katrina's partner, baby son, family and friends on her passinf. She was a much loved person and valued member of our small Irish community here in Lyon and will be sadly missed.

My sincerest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of immense sadness. Katrina was a kind and joyful colleague who was loved by all in our school.

I am so so sorry for this unbearable loss. Katrina was an inspiring teacher, a valuable colleague and such a joyful presence in our lives. I can only imagine what you must be going through and I hope that you can take some comfort from knowing that so many of us feel lucky to have known her. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

The news of Katrina's passing has left me with a heavy heart, and I struggle to find words adequate to express the depth of my sorrow. Katrina's departure from this world has created a void that seems insurmountable.

We will remember Katrina's zest for life, always open to a new adventure and up for anything.

Katrina also taught both my children the love of learning - they love reading and learning because of the joy she imparted to them. So lucky that both of them had her as their first teacher, the bar she set is high.

Please know that our thoughts are with you, Pierre-Alexandre, young Oscar, and all her extended family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you, and may Katrina's memory be a blessing that brings you peace in the days ahead.

With Love,
The Rozés (former teacher at CSI, Lyon)

So sorry fiona
to hear about the loss of your sister katrina
Very sad news
May she rip

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Katrina's family and friends. Katrina ("Miss Fullerton" for us ) was the fabulous English teacher of our kids (Iban and Eneko) at CSI, Lyon, for a cumulative 3 years. She has touched our lives and many more and we are so sad we won't get to see her again at CSI. At the same time,we are conforted that she is likely happy and at ease now, and continuing to love and support those dear to her heart from Paradise :). We will remember Miss Fullerton's communicative smile and happiness, her love for her students and passion for teaching. Baby Oscar, we think in particular of you in these tragic times and of your Daddy. Know that your mommy was incredibly happy, grateful and proud to be expecting you back in 2023, and happy to share this wonderful pregnancy experience with her little students. During her pregnancy she regularly allowed our kids, her students to touch her belly which touched us. Her kind heart didn't want to disappoint the primary students! They were very proud to tell us about these priviledged times at homes, and we were all very happy to meet you Baby Oscar at school when you both came to CSI for a visit and attended the 2023 school year end party at CSI.
We hope that the love of family and friends brings you peace during these difficult times.
The Randlett Family, Lyon

Our deepest condolences to you during this very difficult time.

Our son remembers Katrina as a fun teacher with whom he really enjoyed learning.

She will be sorely missed in our anglophone community at the CSI Lyon.

Our warmest thoughts to you.

Dear Miss Fullerton

I loved your lessons so much and have been looking forward to the next one for a long time. I’m sad that I will not see you again but I’m sure you’re happy where you are now. I will always remember you.

EJ

Katrina was the first teacher to welcome us to the CSi when our son started CP. I immediately knew my son was in good hands.

Katrina you were such a bright bright light and will be sorely missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as they learn to navigate life without you.

You are fondly in our hearts.

Bukky

Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of beloved Katrina. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Katrina, your strength and joy brought light to this world. You will forever live in the hearts of all those that had the honour of knowing you.

Beijo enorme de Saudade

Dear Katrina’s loved ones. I am truely sorry for your loss, please accept my condolences. Katrina was a warm, calm and always smiling person. She always told me that Poland, where I come from, is a beautiful country. She will stay in my mind forever.
Your sincerely,
Kasia from CSI School

I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. All my warmest thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember Katrina, her kindnesse and cheerfulness.

My thoughts are with you during this difficult trial.
My deepest condolences

Silvia Paredes

Rest in peace Katrina - you deserved many, many more years. Deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved you

I want to offer my deepest, heartfelt condolences to Katrina’s family and her precious little Oscar.
Katrina was a wonderful teacher to my daughter when she started at CSI. As soon as I met Katrina I felt instantly comforted that my little one was in good hands. Her smile and warm, kind nature was a delight to be around and will be sorely missed by the Anglophone community at CSI. I pray her family find strength to see them through this heart ache.
Rest in Peace lovely x

Dear Oscar, Pierre-Alexandre and Katrina's family,

I cannot imagine the loss that this is for you. There are no words.

Katrina was our dear colleague and friend. It was a great privilege for me to have known her and worked with her.

Katrina was a beacon of light and spread happiness wherever she was and with whoever she was. Katrina was kind, caring and compassionate and was a truly dedicated professional who made a difference in many children's lives.

We will not let go of this memory of Katrina in our hearts. She will be sorely missed.

Let me take this opportunity along with the rest of the staff here at CSI Lyon to extend our deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time.

Yours sincerely,

Simon Herd

Quelques mots pour vous dire que je pense bien à vous en cette douloureuse épreuve. Katarina va beaucoup nous manquer.
Je vous adresse mes sincères condoléances.
Christelle

We are so grateful for the deep and positive impression Katrina made on our son, upon his arrival at the CSI. She was a wonderful teacher and a delightful person.
Our thoughts and sympathies for this tragic loss.

Deepest sympathy to Pierre, Oscar, Breege, Joey and all the Fullerton family on the untimely passing of Katrina. May she rest in peace.

Katrina was a wonderful colleague, always smiling, cheerful and so positive. She will be sorely missed at school, by children and adults alike. My thoughts are with her little boy, her partner, her parents and all her family.
With my most sincere condolences,
Anne Brancart
French cm2 teacher at CSI, Lyon, France

Katrina was a wonderful colleague, always smiling, cheerful and so positive. She will be sorely missed at school, by children and adults alike. My thoughts are with her little boy, her partner, her parents and all her family.
With my most sincere condolences,
Anne Brancart
French cm2 teacher at CSI, Lyon, France

To Pierre-Alexandre and Oscar, and to Katrina's family,

My heartfelt condolences for your devastating loss.
I remember all the good moments we spent as a team on social occasions, going bowling and I remember Katrina's constant cheerfulness and her radiant smile.
Karine Empana, a colleague from CSI Lyon.

It was with greatest sadness that I learnt of the passing of Katrina. I will always remember her lovely smile, her cheerfulness and her sincerity. I send my deepest sympathy to her partner, to her precious son and to all her family.

Thank you Katrina for making my daughter so happy at school and for being such a great teacher for CSI children.
Rest in Peace
All my thoughts go to your little one, your family and friends. May they find the strength to deal with your absence...

Ms Fullerton was my teacher in my first two years in primary and I remember her as being an extremely kind, sweet, caring and funny person and always being very full of life. I will miss her a lot but I will always remember her for being the amazing teacher that guided me through my first school years.

Rest in peace beautiful girl, love and prayers to your heartbroken family. 'Like a brilliant beam of sunlight that lights up a room, gone too soon'. Safe in the arms of Jesus 🙏

May your soul rest in peace dear colleague..
My most sincere condolences to your family..

Breege Joey and family. We are so sorry about Katrina You' are in our thoughts and prayers
Gerry Elizabeth and family

Deepest sympathies to Maria and all her family on the very sad passing of Katrina, may she rest in peace.

With deepest sympathy on the passing of Katrina. May she rest in peace ✌️🕊️

Dear Katrina’s family,

I am so sorry for what you are going through. Those of us in the wider circle of people who love Katrina are willing you on.

Her loyalty and steadiness, her interest in reading and talking about books, her impeccable French (or so it seemed to me), her dry humour, her unwillingness to make a fuss, her absolute gift with young children including mine, and her eagerness to get out there and see the world - these are some of the things I think of when I think about Katrina, and when I do I feel sad but also very grateful to have known her and had her as a friend.

With love,

Fran in Lyon

Deepest sympathy to Pierre, Ocar, Breege, Joey and the Fullerton family on the passing of Katrina. Such a lovely person in every way. We have cherished memories of time spent with her in Warsaw, Praque and Achill. We are thinking of you all at this difficult time. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Breege, Joey and family, deepest sympathies on the untimely passing of Katrina. May she rest in peace.

It's very hard to accept that someone so lively, so generous and so young is no longer with us. Katrina was a lovely, dedicated colleague who won't be forgotten. Wishing Oscar, Pierre-Alexandre, Katrina's parents and family all the strength they need to cope with their loss.

Chers Pierre-Alexandre et Oscar
Dear Mr and Mrs Fullerton, family and friends,

It was with immense sadness that we learnt of Katrina's tragic passing.
Katrina will be sorely missed by all. She was the ideal professional, always aspiring to learn, develop and perfect her craft. Kind and dedicated to the children in her charge; generous to and supportive of her colleagues.
Most importantly, she was a wonderful human being, always radiating positive energy through her heartwarming smile.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Rob Miller and Donna Philip
Former Heads of the CSI Anglo Section, Lyon, France

Condolences to Joey and his wife and family and to Katrina's family May she rest in peace