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for MARTHA TAYLOR
Heidi Jaeck Campbell
August 14, 2023
I wrote this mostly for Chris´ mom, whom I knew, but also for her husband & children. I was the matron of honor at Chris´ wedding ceremony to Cliff. She was like a little sister to me. We met initially at St Mark´s Episcopal Church in Evanston & grew our friendship from there. I only recently learned of her passing through a mutual friend of ours. I cannot imagine how all of you had your hearts shattered when she left this earth. She was a kind, sweet, funny human being & I am ashamed I lost contact with her. What a precious life gone way too soon. Belated but most heartfelt and deepest condolences to all who knew her & loved her well.
Eleanor J Taylor
October 18, 2020
My dearest Christi
Time has not dimmed your memory or the love I feel for you in my heart, nor will it ever. I think of you many times each day and look always toward the time when I will see you again.
With so much love,
Mom
Stacey Berardino
November 3, 2011
I had the honor of meeting Christine in grad school. I became her research assistant, and she was part of the inspiration to go into forensic psych. She was such a sweet, kind, soothing, gentle, yet strong person. I loved her sense of humor. I just thought of her this evening, and looked her up online. We had sent holiday cards for many years but lost touch over the last couple of years. I was so saddened to learn of her passing. Christine- thank you for everything....you will be so missed!
Kathy Dummer
November 11, 2010
I was lucky to sit in front of Christine in the 6th grade and remember her as being smart, kind, funny and having the most beautiful waist-length hair that was the envy of all us girls. She was also incredibly compassionate for a kid that age and wasn't afraid to have a different opinion from what was considered popular or safe. Later in high school, where prep fashion was the rage, I'd see Christine in the halls wearing her hippy flannel, acoustic guitar in tow and it made me happy to see she still possessed the courage to be her own person. Rest in peace, Chris. Your quiet rebelliousness was an inspiration to me and I thank you for that.
Kathy Dummer
November 11, 2010
I was lucky to sit in front of Christine in junior high. I'll alway remember her as being kind, funny and having the most beautiful, waist-length head of hair all of us girls envied. I also remember her as having a sense of compassion not usually seen at that age, and not being afraid to state an opinion that was different from those around her. Later in high school where preppy fashion was the rage, I'd see her in the halls wearing her hippy flannels, carrying her acoustic guitar and I totally admired her ability to still resist the norm. Rest in peace, Chris. Your quiet rebelliousness was a real inspiration.
Gary deVoss
November 5, 2010
I knew Christine both as a delightful person and a talented psychologist. She learned her skills from my dear late wife Judy deVoss, who was so proud of Christine and her achievments. Christine, I will miss you and think about you every time I think about Judy.
Ami Morrison
November 4, 2010
I am so so sorry to hear about the passing of Christine. I will always remember her sense of humor and her positive emails she had sent me back in June about school. I will miss you. :(
May you rest in peace.
Roxanne & Bill Hendricks
November 2, 2010
My husband and I moved in next door to Christine, Cliff, Ceight and Ian in October of 2006. We are so grateful to have this wonderful family as our neighbors and more importantly, our friends. Christine’s warm smile always lit up a room; the sparkle in her eyes was friendly, welcoming, and at times, delightfully mischievous. I deeply admired her courage and strength in fighting her illness, all while still being a fantastic wife, mother, and working professional. A phenomenal friend, constant inspiration, and shining example of so many incredible, positive qualities…we love her and will miss her deeply.
Donna Barkell
October 29, 2010
Christine touched the lives of many children with her kindness, compassion, wisdom and sense of humor. She was a gracious volunteer in my classroom for two years when Ian was a second and third grader at Chaparral. Both Ian and Christine hold a special place in my heart. My prayers go out to the Levy family.
Arthur Bennett
October 29, 2010
I was very saddened to read about the passing of Christine. I will always treasure the memories of working with one of the kindest most loving persons I have ever known. We lost contact but I always considered her a friend. My deepest condolences to the family.
Dr. Katherine Quinn
October 29, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anne & Michael
October 29, 2010
We are grateful, that we had the opportunity to know Christine.
Theirs warmly, open kind with which she met us in Berlin and Hameln (in „old Europe“) has touch us with lasting effect and will always remain to us in recollection: Good conversations, laugh and Christine‘s cookeries (especially Mexican). Thank you Christine, for everything!
We wished, we would have had more time with you, and we are sad that your time has run off so fast. You had a clear image of value friendship has. You have lived with pleasure. The life is sometimes simply unfair.
Anne and Michael (Bad Münder und Berlin)
October 27, 2010
"When you part from your friend, grieve not. For that which you loved most in him may become clearer in his absence, as the mountain, to the climber, is often clearer from the plain." --Khalil Gibran.
While we are saddened to learn of Christine's return to the Greater Oneness of God, we take comfort in the knowledge that her memory is a blessing to everyone who met her. Cliff, Kate and Ian, we send you strength, light, love and peace -- the same qualities Christine shared with us.
With kind wishes and condolences, Keith A. Liker, Robin Daus and family (Poway, CA)
Vicki Dickenson
October 26, 2010
Light emanated from Christine. She was always concerned for others rather than for herself and her light shone on those around her. Her dignity during her illness and continued concern for others was inspirational. She was a special person and I will miss sitting near her in our yoga classes.
October 26, 2010
I am deeply saddened to think that beautiful, gentle, kind and courageous Christine is no longer physically with us. I met Christine during one of my walks with a friend ,and thereafter Christine and I would spend time chatting about politics and how to keep the planet green. She was always uplifting, always wise, always calm. I will miss her. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I will treasure her memory.
Rita Rowan, Santa Rosa CA
Julie & Tina Budde
October 25, 2010
Safe in the light that surrounds you,
free of pain and fear,
sadly you're not longer here,
but we will never let
our memories of you disappear.
Knowing you and being your friend
has been a real blessing for our family.
Christine, you will be in our hearts forever!
Julie & Tina
Richard Donnell
October 25, 2010
Both my wife and I are filled with sadness on hearing of Christine's passing. She was full of a positive energy that lit up her eyes. I knew her from her early San Diego days in Ocean Beach and have many memories of her and her family, from her playing guitar and singing to her long hard studies in graduate school. Unfortunately I had not seen her recently. Cliff, my heart goes out to you. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Cathy Cervantes
October 25, 2010
To Cliff, Cate and Ian, my heart is filled with sadness to hear about Christine. She was a loving spirit, and we were all better people for knowing her. I hope and pray your family finds some peace and comfort during this very sad time. I know you meant everything in the world to her.
Richard Donnell
October 25, 2010
Both my wife and I are filled with sadness on hearing of Christine's passing. She was full of a positive energy that lit up her eyes. I knew her from her early San Diego days in Ocean Beach and have many memories of her and her family, from her playing guitar and singing to her long hard studies in graduate school. Unfortunately I had not seen her recently. Cliff, my heart goes out to you. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Becky Lindsay
October 24, 2010
Our daughters were in preschool together quite a few years ago; this is how I came to know Christine. Although it has been years since we've spoken, when I think of her I always remember her calming nature and kind way. May you rest in peace Christine.
Mamaghani Family
October 24, 2010
Tender heart tending wounded souls.
Delicate fingers prodding her native plants to grow.
Trellis and patient guide to her childrens' seeking tendrils.
Eyes bright, welcoming every surprise and tomorrow.
Brave smile and open heart for all who came to visit.
Giving us hope when we were too full of sorrow.
Sarah Murray-Novak
October 24, 2010
Our family knew Christine and her family some years ago. She was wonderful, a beautiful person. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Roger Gagos
October 24, 2010
I am so glad we had the chance to meet and talk during one of Christine's stays at the hospital. She was a wonderful person remains a tremendous inspiration to our whole family!
Vickie Fernandes
October 24, 2010
I knew Dr. Taylor through her wonderful work as an expert for the San Diego Public Defender's Office. I had the great pleasure of working with Christine several times a few years ago, and I am deeply sorry to hear of her passing. Christine was a dedicated, compassionate psychologist who had our indigent client's best interest at heart. I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing and I wish her family my utmost sympathies.
cheryl davidson
October 24, 2010
Please know how sad I was to hear of Christine's passing. My friend and I would walk up the hill on our daily walk. More often than not, we'd see the lovely Christine and stop to have a great conversation with her. She's was and is an inspiration to all of us. She was a courageous lady with a kind heart and wonderful spirit. I will never forgot her beautiful smile.
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