Christine A. Reed Hoffman, 61, of Canastota, formerly of Watkins Glen, on October 8, 2019.Private services at the convenience of the family. No calling hours. Arrangements by Ironside Funeral Home, Inc., 342 Main St., Oneida.
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Aunt Chris,
The candle that I have lit for you, Ive just sat here for 15min just looking at it and thinking bout you before I even wrote anything. But, you already know this, I wish I got time to spend with you before you passed and Im sorry for that. Last 6 months have been the scariest and toughest time I've ever lived, fighting through each day, just to try and have another... Those Demons, The struggle is real, and thats a job alone for me right now. I feel you close to me now, as if I was that little boy still in Avoca, I use to think you were Jesus's relative. You were direct, and when you spoke I'd get the chills as if you were God! I remember those days better than I can remember a few days ago:( Strongest, bravest woman I've ever seen in life, the struggle of survival, battles to get through, raising me as if I was your own. I remember the trips for ice cream, I remember grandma's old rabbit you had, we were so broke, but you walked around like we were rich, u use to embarrass me so much, but u protected me as well. I use to be so strong, mentally and physically, but I protected my heart, because I know the heart I carry, my life i once knew, is gone! That candle I lit for you, that fire will never burn out, You didn't go anywhere, I can feel you all around me as if I was that little boy all over again. Numb my pain, allow me to find myself again, heal my throat, cleanse me of all bad inside me, teach me to live like you have, and not in defense mode like I have since a young age. I dont want to be broken anymore. You know now my pain, its really taken a toll on my life, Im old school, and very stubborn. I love ya and I Miss ya, Your Forever in my heart now. Thank you! The song I remember over all they others is of course "The Hammer By Ray Boltz.
Heavenly Father, I ask you to give my aunt Chris a curfew please and ask for you to heal me and regain before its to late, continue to look after my kids i miss dearly, and comfort my cousins Amber, Josh, Ashley, Amanda, and the grandchildren. Keep them safe, stay close with my mother and keep her protected, take any sadness or pain away, and bless each and every person that loved that woman Dancing away up there, You'll get use to her,In Jesus name Amen........
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Frank V. Sansone
Family
October 11, 2019
I met Chris when she moved in across the street from us when Amber was maybe in Kindergarten. I used to spend a lot of time over at their house playing and eventually would babysit all 4 kids. I remember going with the family to visit Chris mom and visiting them in Avoca after they moved from Rochester.
Sarah Bristow Hasty
Friend
October 11, 2019
Chris was such a big part of my childhood! I can't remember much of time before she moved in next door, and her family quickly became part of our family. Intercom between our houses, baking cakes, craft at her table, playing in the yard: so many wonderful memories! I cant hear Michael Card without hearing her voice in my head belting out the words, at the top of her lungs, singing to her Lord right there in her dining room on Alexander Street! I picture her belting out those same words to her savior today, this time at his feet, now in his heavenly presence! I love you guys!!
Esther Hannan Warnick
Family
October 10, 2019
My Dear Christine ,
Well this is round two, writing, first one disappear. I can see Christine say oh it's ok you dont have to write it again lol
I was so blessed to have known your mom!! I remember at camp Harley your moms heart started beating a little fast for Ed , then asking Do you think he likes me? Not knowing he pretty much had said the same thing to me earlier .. We laughed about 13 stepping and b4 I knew they were an Item. Christine was so happy to have found someone who absolutely loved her and her children , she often would say with such joy, my kids have a dad!! She adored Ed's children and grandchildren the same.
Christine adored her children, grandchildren and her pets!
Every trial and tribulation, christine always had so much forgiveness in her heart , she never wavered her faith and sure wasnt afraid to speak about the love of Jesus or how much she loved him.
Her legacy will live on through those that loved her !!
I am so blessed and thankful I was able to spend a little time with her this last month I will cherish our last hug and I love you!!
No more worries no more pain..your free .. your really free!!
I can see you now dancing, worshipping and praising Jesus Wow!!
I will miss you my friend until we meet again!!
Yes Say hello to my friend Ed, Ed and Harvey!!
Kathleen Smith
Friend
October 10, 2019
Ur mom was the sweetest woman she always had a smile on her face Im so sorry she had to leave u all so soon but she is looking down on u all
Kathy Weldy
Friend
October 10, 2019
My days are empty without you here. We had such fun the last month you were here, but know your with our loved ones and your special Ed and your in no pain. I love you and will forever miss your free spirit and chasing you around
Kathy Schenandoah
October 10, 2019
I remember Chris as a child growing up when I visited her house with my grandmother , Mary. She was just a kid but we had some good times at her house. Please know she is in my prayers and accept my condolences for your loss. RIP Chris!
Mary McCulley
October 10, 2019
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