Birth date: Dec 10, 1929 Death date: Dec 13, 2008
Lucia C. Christman, age 79, of Holland (formerly of Spring Lake) passed away Saturday, December 13, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland after a short illness. She was born December 10, 1929, in Norwalk, CT, to George Henry and Mary Read Obituary
Mary, Sarah and John:
I learned over the holidays of the passing of your Mom and was truly saddened. It made me remember all those "old days" growing up, of school and church. Both your parents were good peopele that we looked up to. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.##imported-begin##Jill (Bussard) Ferris##imported-end##
Dear Sarah, Mary, John, Chip and Grandchildren,
How she loved you !! She spoke of you all the time with much love and pride. I am ever so sorry that you can not have her for a longer time.
She was a dear friend, wise, unpretentious, humble and bright. What I loved the most about her was fun, infectious, childlike joy in the little things. When anyone would ask me how Lucia liked her move to Holland, I would respond that she was like a little girl in a candy shop !
As a newcomer to Spring Lake in 1977 "the Thurday ladies " took me under their wings. Your mother was my favorite.
I have fun memories of riding my bike on Fruitport Rd. . I would drop in on your parents to visit, check on the garden and see how Norm was doing in his battle with the neighborhood groundhog!
I am sorry i could not attend the memorial and extend my sympathy in person and I just wanted to be there. I will miss her immensely. Rejoice for all her special attributes, they are a part of you!!
Sincerely, Jeanne O'Brien##imported-begin##Jeanne O'Brien##imported-end##
Dear Sarah, Mary and Johnny, I am so sorry to read about your dear Mom's passing. She and your dad were one of my very nicest and best neighbors.
The world is missing a special couple.
I will inform Arlynne of this when I have a chance to talk to her.
Much love, Trudi##imported-begin##Trudi Eisner##imported-end##
To the Christman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.
The Ned Reidy Family, (Gurnee, IL)##imported-begin##Ned Reidy##imported-end##
Sarah, Mary and John: We are very sorry about the loss of your mom. I will always remember Aunt Lucia as a gracious, caring person who always had a warm greeting and smile for me. I fondly remember the times at your house and I was very appreciative that your family took in our dog Zach when we had to move to Midland back in 1970-71. Our family here in Arizona wishes you peace and much love. May the lord bless you and keep all of you close to him.##imported-begin##Kevin, MaryLynne, Justin and Megan Christman##imported-end##
Dear Sarah, Mary, John & Molly - I was stunned to learn of Lucia's death! What a sane, gracious, wise and thoughtful person, as were her parents, and Jim! And what a warm ready smile, what delicious laughter! Lucia knew life's burdens, and yet carried on with warmth and energy! Lucia was alive to "small deeds of great worth", as when she delivered in person to devoted senior friends of Mary Crane's small little "treasures" from Mary's apartment, as keep-sakes! - I also witness to her care for Gwen Hills! - I hope to be at Monday's Service, but with the blizzard raging I may not make it - so I wished to send you each and all my warm regards and love! John Hills##imported-begin##John B Hills##imported-end##
Sarah, Mary and John.......our hearts go out to you at this sad time. Please know you are in our prayers for strength and comfort. I am so glad my Mom and Dad, George and Shirley Christman, got moved back to MI and had time with your Mom at their new place. She was loved by many and touched many lives. She will be missed. May God bless you........##imported-begin##Dave, Gigi and Chelsea Fox##imported-end##
Dear Sarah, Mary and John,
We were all so sad to hear of Aunt Lucia's sudden illness and then of her passing. I always loved talking to her and reading notes from her. She was always so wise, practical and interested in whatever was going on with us. I'm so glad that Mom was able to go on that bus trip with her this past summer--I know that your Aunt Molly liked nothing better than being with her sister. You and your families are in our thoughts.
Love,
Rick##imported-begin##Rick, Anne, Aaron and David Peckham##imported-end##
Dear Mary, John and Sarah. I was so sad to hear of the passing of your Mother. She was such a nice lady. Your family is in my prayers during this time and I know that God will give you the strength and comfort you need. Matt & Lisa##imported-begin##Matt Donselar##imported-end##
Blessings to all of you during this time of great personal loss. We knew
Norm and Lucia as great family people and your individual representations confirm their goodness. May all of you
find comfort as you reflect upon your
mother's life and influence. We offer
you our heartfelt sympathy.##imported-begin##Jan and Jim Bussard##imported-end##
