Kris Kristofferson's family reveals how they found comfort in Thanksgiving rainbow months after his death

HANA, HAWAII: Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, gratitude, and family, and Kris Kristofferson’s loved ones embraced this spirit in a meaningful way. Following the country legend’s death in September, his family found comfort during this first holiday without him.  

The celebration was made even more special when a beautiful rainbow appeared, offering a poignant sign of Kris’ enduring presence during their Thanksgiving gathering.This holiday marked the first without their beloved patriarch, but they were not alone in their remembrance. 

Surrounded by close friends, including fellow country artist Margo Price and longtime bandmate Willie Nelson, they gathered in Kristofferson’s home state of Hawaii for a Thanksgiving weekend filled with heartfelt tributes and shared memories.

Margo Price joins Kris Kristofferson’s family in celebrating Thanksgiving

In a recent post, Margo Price shared a heartfelt reflection on her Thanksgiving celebration with Kris Kristofferson's family. Through a carousel of photos, she captured memories of the weekend, including moments spent together, enjoying food, and engaging in fun activities. 

In her caption, Price recalled the special gathering, writing, "This is our third year to visit our chosen family, Willie and Annie Nelson (and the Kristoffersons!) for the holiday in Hawaii. We had a leftovers and listening party at Willie’s where we played each other mixes from our unreleased albums and swapped jokes."

Price’s post also featured snapshots from her time in Hawaii, including a visit to Kristofferson's family home.

She continued in the caption, "We also had the once in a lifetime chance to visit the home of Kris and Lisa Kristofferson in remote Hana, Hawaii. Lisa cooked a beautiful meal on Thanksgiving and I made a pecan pie. We rode ATV’s, fed pigs and hit Hamoa Beach." 

The final image in the carousel showcased a stunning natural scene, with a rainbow captured in the shot. Price concluded with a touching sentiment, writing, "Thanksgiving marked two months since Kris passed but his presence looms all around their beautiful home. To say we are lucky is an understatement."

This celebration takes place two months after Kris Kristofferson’s death. In a heartfelt message following his death, the family expressed their grief, saying, “It is with a heavy heart that we share the news our husband/father/grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28 at home. We’re all so blessed for our time with him.”

The family concluded their message with a touching sentiment about the connection between the rainbow and Kris, saying, "Thank you for loving him all these many years, and when you see a rainbow, know he’s smiling down at us all.– The Family of Kris Kristofferson."

Internet hails Margo Price for celebrating Thanksgiving with Kris Kristofferson's family

Just days after Margo Price shared a post on Instagram about celebrating Thanksgiving with Kris Kristofferson's family, the post quickly gained over 13,000 likes, prompting a wave of comments from online users.

One user wrote, "This is everything. I read your book and seeing where you are now is fantastic. Real people find real people and make a family. This is awesome." 

One fan shared, "This is what life is about! And your pecan pie looks out of this world! Makes me miss my grandmothers pies." 

A person wrote, "Hana is amazing. Feel like you're on the edge of the world." 

One person on Instagram expressed, "Beautiful, Margo, thanks for sharing. Many a road trip in the Ford Country Squire, it was Kris's voice that tumbled out of the dashboard and fell over us like an embrace. I always considered him an honorary family member whether he knew it or not. Thankful to have shared this world with him...and now with you. ✌️ 🥧🍁." 

One reminisced, "I just came across the cutest outfit that Lisa and Kris gifted me as a baby that my mom saved all these years ❤️ Happy Thanksgiving!" 

A netizen wrote, "I mean, I can't even imagine getting to tell someone that when they asked where you go for Thanksgiving. Oh just had Thanksgiving with Willie freakin' Nelson and the family of Kris Kristofferson, Lol." 

Another claimed, "Chosen fam Thanksgiving is truly the best kind of Thanksgiving."

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