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1945

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Christopher BUSSELL Obituary

BUSSELL, Christopher Christopher Taylor Bussell, beloved wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on July 25, 2017 in Burnet County, Texas. Chris was born on March 11, 1945 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She graduated from George Washington High School in 1963 and went on to attend Mills College and graduated from the University of Iowa in 1967. Chris worked in the technology industry, and obtained a C.P.A. later in her career. She was an avid runner, and was passionately involved in her church choir, piano and writing. She devoted many hours to volunteering with CASA. She found great joy in spending time with her grandchildren, particularly in immersing them in the arts. She is preceded in death by her father Robert, and her mother Mary Frances Taylor. She is survived by her husband Bill, stepmother Mary Susan Taylor, daughter and spouse Susan and David Marx, stepdaughter and spouse Barbara and Jon Laing, stepson Douglas Bussell, brother and spouse Robin Taylor and Richard DiBella, sisters and their spouses Debbie and John Chehak, Susan and Tom Chehak, and Meredith and Ulises DuBon, sister in law Mary Ellen Kaufman, her 6 grandchildren, Katie Bussell, Nathan Laing, and Emily, Charlie, Adelyn and Lyla Marx, and many nieces and nephews. Chris was known by loved ones for her love of ballet, music, theatre, running, yoga, singing, writing, volunteering, and most of all, her endless love for and dedication to her family. She was deeply rooted in her spiritual journey and found peace and comfort through reading and journaling her questions, learnings, and understandings. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, because Chris lived her life in service of others, her family requests that friends of Chris and those wishing to pay their respects do so in the form of support and donations for CASA For the Highland Lakes, 1719 Ridgeview Dr, Kingsland, TX 78639 (www.highlandlakescasa.com). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 29 at 2:00p.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Marble Falls, Texas.

Published by Austin American-Statesman on Jul. 28, 2017.
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Bill so very sorry to hear about Chris, what a terrific lady and what a great team you two made. KK and I send our sincerest condolences. God Bless you and your family, George and KK

George Brannies

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August 1, 2017

On behalf of CASA for the Highland Lakes Area, our deepest sympathy goes out to Chris' many friends and the Bussell family. Chris was a light to everyone who knew her. She will be greatly missed.

Kristen Harris

July 31, 2017

It was with great sorrow that I learned of the untimely passing of Chris. She was a wonderful friend in junior high and high school and though we did not see each other often after that, we maintained a special friendship. I just had the good fortune to visit with her about a year ago. I know she will be greatly missed by her family and close friends. She had quite a life of service to many people and she will survive in the hearts and minds of all of us who knew her. My deepest sympathies!

Dennis Goettel

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July 29, 2017

Dearest Bill: Our deepest sympathy and condolences to You and Your family. It seems just yesterday we saw You and Chris at the Conspiraire Concert. May God surround You with his Peace and Love.
Much Love,
Myron and Diane Pilat

Diane Pilat

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July 29, 2017

We have such fond memories of Chris from our Supper Club and days together in Mason, Texas! Denwood joins me in sending our sympathy to Bill and all of Chris' family. Our prayers go out to you. With love, dana Butler

Dana and Denwood Butler

July 29, 2017

I think Kristin Dufour Hill was 6 years old when I met Chris... Can't believe it's been that long. Thoughts and many prayers for your entire family. Kimberly Dufour Gardner

July 29, 2017

Bill, I am so sorry to hear of Chris' passing. She certainly lived a full life and your family will always have such memories of her. God bless you and family members.

Joe and Liz Matz

July 28, 2017

My Prayers are with Chris's family. She will be missed by all. She was a beautiful and kind soul.

Gwen Kinnibrugh

July 28, 2017

I know Chris from CASA and we worked on several cases together. Chris was a joy to be around and she spoke often of her love for her family and grandchildren. I will miss her dearly. My deep sympathy go out to all the family members.

Christa Collins

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July 28, 2017

Our condolences. So sad to hear about Chris's death. Sending love and prayers.

Bob and Cathy Terrell

Friend

July 28, 2017

Our family mourns with you. Many prayers for Chris' Family.

Cindi Fry

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July 27, 2017

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