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Christine Millet Obituary

Christine Millet was born in Mesa, Arizona to Artimus and Janey Millet on October 30, 1957. She moved to Eugene, Oregon where she raised a family single-handedly. She died on March 4, 2010 of neuroendocrine cancer.

She is survived by her children Deborah Bryan, David Bryan, Rachael and Nick Wolfgang, and Madeline and Timothy Cooper. She is also survived by a grandson, David Robinson, whose presence brightened her final days.

Christine was an artist by nature, and enjoyed writing, drawing, and theater. She was the proprietor of a second-hand childrens' clothing shop, "Reruns for Wee Ones." Her other passions included antiquing and gardening. She enjoyed volunteering for multiple organizations, including Salvation Army, until her illness prevented her from doing so.

Above all else, Christine was dedicated to raising her children. She struggled toward this end with limited resources and against overwhelming odds. For her courage, humor and strength, as well as the gifts of compassion and hope she bestowed upon her children, she will be remembered eternally with respect, gratitude and, above all else, love.

Arrangements made by West Lawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home. Remembrances to Sacred Heart Hospice. Please sign the guest book at www.registerguard.com/legacy

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Eugene Register-Guard on Mar. 8, 2010.

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Shannon McGill

March 2, 2023

I still miss you. You were the one who always understood.

Rosanne Rickel

February 5, 2013

Tina, Looking for you found me here. A Wonderful person you were, I see you left 4 very loving children. I remember your beautiful smile. It was fun knowing you even as a child. My sister Kathy remembers your sweet energetic spirit, Diana how you were so outgoing , nice and alway's having a smile on your face. Peace to you

Hanya Etter

April 2, 2010

I was saddened to hear of Christine's passing. We met at the Eugene Friends Meeting, and she saw to it that all of her children had music lessons with me, whether they lasted only a couple of months, or several years.
That passion and devotion to her chldren was inspiring to me, knowing the hardships she endured.
I'm honored to have known her.

Madeline Cooper

March 17, 2010

I love you mom. I miss you. I wish I could have another hug from you or a kiss. I wish I could snuggle next to you and have you tell me "everything's going to be alright." It feels like I have so little to remember you by.It's sad for me to think that you will never meet any of my children on this earth and that they will never meet you or hear any of your jokes or stories. You were an amazing mom. I love you

Shannon May

March 13, 2010

Christine was my best friend through highschool and beyond. When our oldest were born, we joked about making an arranged marriage between them. We exchanged Christmas gifts for years, using the same box with only the label updated, each of us urging the other to moved closer but neither willing to do so. I have been searching for her for some time through the internet, not realizing she had reverted to her maiden name. My brother sent me the link to this obituary, and I am grateful he did. I hope to see her in Heaven, my dear friend.

David Millet

March 11, 2010

It saddened me to hear of my sisters illness, I wish there was something I could have done for her. It makes me happy to hear so many wonderful memories from Christine's friends and children.

Sherry Young Franzen

March 10, 2010

Christine, I've always cherished our days of sharing stories, hunting for treasures left behind by others, and laughing spontaneously and uproariously at one another and, ultimately at ourselves – the best part. You were vivacious, a bit outrageous, and fun!
I enjoyed your four children and have a special place in my heart for Madeline, the baby of the family – a place I hold in my family.
I feel like I *really* knew you - and appreciated you anyway. :) Your honesty was inspiring, and still is - even to this day. I recall you insisting on giving my friend, Bob, more money for his yard sale items, saying, “I need to pay more than this because I'm buying to resell.” How many people do that?!
We had crazy, innocent fun on our planned nighttime outings, which always ended with long discussions afterwards, going over all the angles of what we didn't learn or find.
Even though we differed in our political views, we always shared our hopes and aspirations.
Your life centered around giving your children the best you could, especially encouraging their success in education. I know they must be as proud of you as you of them.
Deborah, Rachael, David and Madeline: you're very fortunate to have had such a devoted, loving and lovable mom. I'm sorry for your loss, but you have your mom's love for life. Cherish that and pass it on to those deserving ones in your midst.
Love, Sherry >^_^<

March 10, 2010

We are saddened to hear of Christine's death. She volunteered to do yard work around the White Bird Medical and Dental Clinic. We appreciate the time she shared to make our space beautiful.

Linda Weber

March 10, 2010

Christine was such a great person, full of life, LOVE and Kindness to all she had contact with. Her spirt was unsurpassed along with her compassion. I count myself very blessed to have worked with christine and had got to know her well,
she worked with us at Lifetouch. Helping with school photos. She loved the students of all ages and really could get them to smile.She was such a hard worker in everything she did .we spent alot of time traveling together and we LOVED all her stories and great sense of humor.Christine you will be missed on earth but I know you are pain free and very happy living and becoming a ANGEL I know god has blessed you in many ways.
With Love,

Charles Letts

March 9, 2010

I hold dear the happy moments I shared Christine; competing at garage sales to snatch up the treasures, laughing at her jokes, watching her interact with her daughter. Goodbye Christine, you did well.

Rachael

March 8, 2010

Dear Mom: I miss you so much already. Every corner I turn in this city, I recall being there with you. You gave us so much light and brightness, so much hope, and the courage to believe in our dreams, even when we doubted ourselves. You will never meet any of my children, but if I can instill in them one ounce of your courage, liveliness, humor, love, and spirit, than I will consider myself blessed.

Thank you, Mom, for giving me life, for blessing me with three wonderful siblings. I know you have finally found the peace you so deserve. I love you.

Nishanthi

March 8, 2010

Christine, I only got to know about you from your daughter Rachel. May you rest in peace in the grace of God....

Kimberly Gibson

March 8, 2010

I knew Christine from Garage sales and as at the antique shop where we both were venders.

She was a beautiful and caring person with a brilliant mind and a passion for the poor. She loved her children and was so proud of them. I will never forget the happy fun times we had garage saleing and antique junking together and just laughing on the phone. I wish we had not lost touch.

Christine, I know you loved the Lord and he is happy that you are with him now. I will miss you.


Kimberly Gibson Springfield Oregon

Employees Salvation Army

March 8, 2010

Christine you are sadly missed here at the Salvation Army Thrift Store. We miss your smile, your warm attitude. Throughout your illness you have shown such grace and courage. You and your family will remain in our Prayers. God Bless.

March 8, 2010

I enjoyed working with Christine at Gray's Garden Center many years ago. She always made me laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor.
You are truly loved, Christine!
Jan Hentze (Eugene, Or)

Julie McCauley

March 8, 2010

Madeline - I was so sorry to read about the loss of your mom. She was truly blessed to have you as her daughter! I hope the memories of the special times you had together serve as beacons of light to help you and your family get through these dark days!

Tom Heatley

March 8, 2010

Christine was a very sweet, kind woman who always put her bike on my LTD bus. One of my favorite passengers. I knew she was very sick and she told me she had cancer. But she never complained and she was brave to the end. I will miss her.

Deb Johnson-Shelton

March 8, 2010

I knew Christine at Liberation House and she has had a profound influence on my life. We were close to her when she gave birth to her first child Deborah (my name also). I saw Deborah two decades later at the San Fransisco Airport and recognized her immediately.
I knew Christine struggled as a single mother of children she loved so deeply and passionately. She was a model of courage, integrity and faith. Her work as a gleaner inspires me today in my community work to advance food skills among low income people and in healing our broken food system. Christine is one of the most impacting people I've known in my life. I know there are eternal songs of praise happening in God's glory for this precious human being. I pray joy, peace, and capacity for her precious children.

Deborah Bryan

March 8, 2010

What a gift to be your daughter! Love you so much, Mom, and hope you have finally found peace.

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