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Christine Cloud
Jan. 13, 1953 - Dec. 22, 2017
BUCHANAN - Christine Cloud passed away on December 22 surrounded by morning sun coming through the trees and listening to Janis Joplin.
Chris was born to Bette & Bob Chase on January 13, 1953. She grew up with her brother Robbie, who died in 1986, and her sister Sharon Hurd. She spent most of her life in Buchanan and loved visiting Chicago for its parks, museums, food, blues, and art.
She loved all living things, so she became a vegetarian at 13; her house was always home to rescued animals, and she volunteered every week at Pet Refuge (PetRefuge.com).
Chris knew that nature was key to one's wellbeing and that we must all be good stewards of our environment. She loved her woods and Fernwood (FernwoodBotanical.org). She supported efforts to protect wildlife and the environment.
She believed all people should be treated with kindness and compassion. During her 31 years at the post office, she made wonderful, loyal friends and loved getting to know the folks on her mail route. She sought ways to help those who are often mistreated, which included volunteering at Redbud Area Ministries food shelf every week (708 N Redbud Trail, Buchanan).
Food and art made life worth living for Chris. Her favorites were spicy foods with lots of vegetables. She loved poetry, paintings, music, literature, dance, and all forms of art that spoke to the joys and challenges of life.
Chris' passions survive in her family and friends. Her sister, Sharon, nurtures the many animals that come into her life. Her daughter, Alice Hiniker, develops affordable communities that are healthy for people and the planet.
Chris' family and friends also thank the team at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville for their boundless warmth and caring.
Gatherings for Chris will occur on her birthday, January 13th. Memorial service at Fernwood, 11:30 am-2 pm (13988 Range Line Rd., Niles). Celebration of her life at the Buchanan Legion, 2:30-5 pm (403 E. Front St.).
Donations are being collected at Fernwood for a tree or bench (fernwoodbotanical.org/about/memorials-tributes.html). People may also donate in her memory to nonprofits supporting animals, the environment, people in need, public television/radio, and the arts.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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I'm sorry that I didn't know sooner. You were such a wonderful person that had such a positive impact on my life. You will be greatly missed but always remembered. Much love.
Tabetha
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January 30, 2018
I did not no Christine but I wish I had. What a kind and loving soul she was. Not many can say that. God bless her for taking in stray animals...she knew every life has a meaning. I'm sure God will give her a wonderful place in heaven. Janice in So Bend, IN.
January 4, 2018
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