KORTNEY KRYZYNSKI OBITUARY CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kortney Kryzynski, 32, a dedicated registered nurse and cherished member of the Charlotte community, has died, family members and local officials confirmed. The unexpected loss has sent waves of sorrow through her circle of loved ones and the patients whose lives she touched through her compassionate care.
Born and raised in Charlotte, Kryzynski devoted her life to helping others. After earning her nursing degree from Queens University of Charlotte, she spent over a decade serving patients across multiple local healthcare facilities. Known for her empathy, keen clinical skills and unwavering commitment to patient welfare, she became a trusted caregiver and mentor to colleagues and patients alike.
Kryzynski’s influence extended far beyond the hospital wards. She was an active volunteer with community health outreach programs, frequently dedicating her free time to health education initiatives and free clinics that served under-resourced neighborhoods. Friends said her passion for healthcare was matched only by her generosity and boundless optimism.
“Kortney was a bright light in every room — especially for those who needed it most,” one longtime friend said. “She had an extraordinary ability to make people feel heard, cared for, and hopeful, even in the hardest moments.”
Her dedication was recognized by peers and leaders throughout the healthcare community, and she was often celebrated for her leadership in patient advocacy and wellness education.
Kryzynski is survived by her parents, her younger brother, extended family and countless friends whose lives she enriched with her kindness and spirit. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Charlotte, where family and friends will come together to celebrate her life and legacy.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to support local health outreach programs that reflect Kryzynski’s lifelong commitment to community care.
Kortney Kryzynski will be remembered as a devoted nurse, a compassionate advocate for health and well-being, and a beloved daughter, sister and friend whose influence will continue to resonate throughout the Charlotte region.