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Christine Meehan Obituary
August 7, 1959 - February 9, 2022
O'Fallon, Illinois - Christine "Christy" Meehan, nee Hyatt, 62, of Smithton, IL passed away on Wednesday February 9, 2022. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert "Rob" Hyatt. Christy was born to Gene and JoAnn (nee Weissert) Hyatt on August 7, 1959, at St. Mary's Hospital in East St. Louis, IL, and they survive her. She met her husband, Robert "Bob" Meehan during their seventh grade year at Our Lady of Assumption in Fairview Heights, IL, where they were later married on October 3, 1980.
Upon graduating high school, Christy worked at Famous Barr. Christy and Bob later welcomed four beautiful children into the world-Bobby Meehan, Megan Meehan, Michael (Jenifer) Meehan and Molly (Alan) Klein, and they survive her. Christy devoted her time to her children and stayed at home to raise them, starting her own cleaning business and an at-home daycare where she cared for many other children throughout the years. When her children went on to start school, Christy began working as a legal secretary for Rosen Law Firm and later as a legal secretary and office manager for the Gavin Law Firm. Christy is also survived by her grandchildren, Robby and Raymond Meehan, Jessica Willhite, Hayden and Kaylei Priest, Leo and Clara Klein; her siblings, Steven (Davina) Hyatt, Pete (Lori) Hyatt, Cynthia Hyatt Warren (Gregg), Kathy (Danny) Kurowski, Doug Hyatt, Clara (Bill) Harrison, Eddie Hyatt, Keri (Jeremy) Ward; parents-in-law, Bob Sr. and Marcia Meehan; her sisters-in-law, Donna Meehan and Traci (Robert "Rob") Goldschmidt; brother-in-law, Brian (Ellen) Meehan; as well as 28 wonderful nieces and nephews. When she was not spending time with her beloved family, Christy enjoyed golfing, fishing, cooking, and gardening. Per Christy's wishes, she will be cremated.
A memorial gathering at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Paderborn, IL will be held on Saturday February 19, 2022 from 9:00am-11:00am and Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow with Fr. Jim Voelker, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Family Hospice of Belleville, IL www.familyhospice.org.
Hoffen Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Mary K & Charlie Beyersdorfer
February 19, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Christy.Spent many OLA hours with her and the rest of the Hyatt Family.She was a wonderful young lady so full of fun and energy.Always had that sweet smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob and rest of family.Hopefully all the good memories will help you through this difficult time.
Tom & Cindy Cates
February 17, 2022
Gene and family. Cindy and I want to express our heart felt condolences for your loss.
Chico and Mary
February 17, 2022
We will miss our beautiful friend. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Bruce R. Cook
February 17, 2022
I will always remember Christy as the best babysitter I ever had. As a young boy, I lived on Wayne Drive in Fairview, close to Bobby. On the nights mom and dad went out, Mike, Susannah and I hoped it would be Christy who would be watching us. She always paid attention to us, made sure we had fun, and even after all of these decades, I still remember her skill with an ice cream float. I also remember that Bobby would always happen to stop by to say "hello" to Christy.
While I am so sorry about her passing; I am glad to learn that they shared such a wonderful life.
Aloys ´Chip´ Julleis III
February 17, 2022
The family has my condolences. Great memories were made on the golf course.
Darlyne and Wayne Newingham
February 17, 2022
So sorry to hear of Christys passing. Christy was such a fun and caring person. She will be missed.
Lisa Reid
February 17, 2022
Lori and Pete, Prayers of peace and comfort for your family.
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