Christina Riveland

We just talked about Chris. We are going to Europe in a month and I was remembering years ago on one of my first trips, she put me in touch with her brother and wife. So we went to see them and had a visit. She also was friends with my Mom. Miss you Chris, Wish you could meet my new friend. Love Sylvia Pugh

I still think of Chris - missing the chats we had over the years including her last years, her great love of cooking and books and the keen intelligence and wit she shared with me over many years. I do think she achieved a sense of closure and appreciation for the good life she experienced - characterized by lots of love and resilience even in the face of tragedies. I was sorry she had to be so alone during COVID

My sympathy to your family. I first met Chris when she came to my Ingraham H. S. Home Economics class to do a job shadow to determine if she wanted to go back to Seattle Pacific to update her teaching credential. Thankfully, she pursued it, got hired in Seattle schools and we stayed in touch and met frequently at trainings until she left teaching. I will always remember her determination, the sparkle in her eye, the 'all knowing' wisdom of her life experiences, her infectious laugh, and the...

Chris was a wonderful person that I really wish I had spent more time visiting with. We always had fun and interesting conversations. Some how after my husband got sick and died and I moved, my life changed. I totally miss just knowing she isn't where I last saw her. Knowing she is with our Lord and Dale is so good.
Mel and I enjoyed a visit with Wolfgang and his wife in Germany years ago. I am sorry he is gone too.
My prays go with you all as you grieve your Mom. Thanks be to God...

Chris was a wonderful neighbor. I am sadden about her loss. I have missed our visits the last several years, with her not being in the family house.The special memories of our wonderful visits we have had will stay in my heart. Chris will always be apart of my family.

Christina had a special place in my heart. For several years I took care of her at Richmond Beach where I was a nurse Practitioner. She was an inspiration and always smiling despite her pain. May her spirit be with the angels. My deepest condolences to her family. Marilee Jensen.

Chris and Dale were dear friends for many years - gardening together with Dale, long conversations with both and visits to the Riveland family events. We had such a special relationship. When Dale passed away, I enjoyed many visits (and cookies and other goodies) with Chris at their gorgeous and beloved home. After that it was frequent visits with Chris in her room and on phone and e-mails. Recipes, book suggestions and most valuable just talking with each other. Chris had so many...

Your mom was like a second mom to me growing up. She was a welcoming, stable and soft place for me to fall as a struggling kid without much stability. I will always be thankful for her influence and kindness she showed to me. Smart, funny, generous and kind are just a few words that will never come close to describing what a wonderful person she was. Hugs to all.