Kristina Renee Mammel, 40 of Myrtle Beach SC, formerly of Essexville and Saginaw, passed away Friday, August 7th after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Saginaw, MI on March 14th 1975. Kristina graduated from Garber High School in 1993. She took great pride in creating her very own business Caffe Diem of Myrtle Beach, SC. In her spare time, she loved to be creative with her music, photography and art. She enjoyed the company of her many friends, and always had a smile on her face.Kristina was predeceased by her mother, Sharon Ann (Grierson) Mammel. Surviving is her father, Joseph Mammel; two brothers; David (Courtney) Mammel and Steven Mammel; grandparents, Randolph and Jane Ann Grierson; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Kristina's wonderful spirit, joy and talents will be celebrated on August 14th at 7 pm at Gephart Funeral Home, Inc., 201 W. Midland St. in Bay City MI., preceded by visitation with the family from 2-7 pm.