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Christine Heiser Obituary
She was born on May 24, 1956, in Woodbury, N.J., to Carl and Doris Clement. She attended Paulsboro High School in New Jersey.
She moved to Utah with her young family before relocating to New Hampshire. While in Utah, she earned a bachelor of arts degree from Brigham Young University.
She was part of the New Hampshire Union Leader team for 19 years. Originally part of the copy-editing staff of Neighborhood News, Christine worked her way through the ranks to become the Executive Editor of the weekly newspaper staff. Her many contributions include the serial column titled, "The Single Cynic," in the Manchester Mirror magazine that humorously explored life's happenings of a middle-aged, tongue-in-cheek realist.
Christine will always be remembered for her intelligence, witty remarks and unconditional love for her family and friends.
She was an avid reader, and enjoyed writing and spending time with her family.
Christine is survived by her four children, Erin, Jeffrey, Kevin and Lauren, and her eight grandchildren; her brothers, Robin, Butch, Gregg and Paul; and her sisters, Cathy and Cindy. Christine was predeceased by her parents and her sister, Laura.
SERVICES: There will be a celebration of life on Thursday, July 11, from 2-5 p.m., at 60 Village Circle Way, Manchester.
Please wear blue to honor Christine at the celebration event.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Brigham and Women's Hospital cancer research.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Cindy Downing
July 9, 2019
Chris is my sister, my first friend and my leader through life, she showed what to do, and what NOT to do.
I believe with all my heart, that she is with my parents and my sister, Lora , as well as many other relatives and loved ones gone before.
Golden slumbers fill your eyes. Smiles are with you when you rise. sleep little darling, do not cry. And I will sing a lullaby.
Time to rest, now, Chris.
Therese Potvin
July 8, 2019
I am so sad to hear of Christine's passing. What a beautiful soul she was! I had the pleasure of working with her at Neighborhood News and she really was an intelligent, wholesome individual with an amazing sense of humor. Please accept my deepest condolences. Until we meet again Chris.
Ginger Kozlowski
July 7, 2019
Chris was one of the most wonderful, caring, smart, sassy, lovely people I have ever known. She had more than her fair share of troubles in life, but was always able to let things roll off her with a laugh. I wish we could have made it to the nursing home, where we planned to sit in rocking chairs and tell stories of the old days at the newspaper. I will miss her till the day I die.
Loretta Clement
July 7, 2019
I have had the great pleasure of knowing Chris as friend, sister in law and sister of my heart. There was never a dull moment with Christine. We laughed ourself silly most of our time together. I will miss her company, but most of all her kindness and sense of humor. Till we meet again...
Kathryn Clement
July 7, 2019
Chris was a very intelligent person with a great sense of humor... So glad she finally was able to work her dream at a newspaper. She will be missed and especially her great laugh. Being able to come to NJ for a few visits this past few years meant a lot to her.. reconnect with girlfriends, family friends as well. New Hampshire was her home with all her love of family. Thinking of everyone. sister in law Kathy Clement
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