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CHRISTINE TONKINSON Obituary

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CHRISTINE STEWART, 86, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away on Tuesday August 19, 2014. Christine was the loving wife of the late John J. Tonkinson III. She was predeceased by a son: John J. Tonkinson IV. Surviving are 4 children: Christine D. Tonkinson (William Kerling), Mary Tonkinson, H. Stewart Tonkinson (Kimberly) and Carole W. Tonkinson (Barry Langford) and 3 grandchildren: Michael D. and Lori Tonkinson, and Noah D. Langford. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial on Mon. Sept. 8, 2014 10 A.M. at Mother of Divine Providence Church, 333 Allendale Rd., King of Prussia, PA. Burial will be private by the request of the family. The family requests no flowers.

Arrangements are with ALLEVA FUNERAL HOME, INC., Paoli, PA.

Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2014.
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A devoted child of the Sacred Heart from Eden Hall has entered into the rewards of His Kingdom! A dear friend and inspiration. Rest in peace and joy close to Christ's Heart. Fr. Peter Burkauskas

August 29, 2014

A gracious hostess with her dear husband Prof. Tonkinson at their lovely home on Hilldale Ave. near Villanova. Sincere condolences to her family.

Richard R. Di Stefano

August 29, 2014

I have many fond memories of Chrissie. We used to get together and be able to talk about anything. She was very helpful to me on my spiritual journey. I will miss her! Kate Hill Kolb.

Kate Kolb

August 28, 2014

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