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Christine Budinock Obituary
She was predeceased by her father Nickolas Budinock; mother Helen Budinock; and her sister-in-law and dear friend Dawn Budinock.
Christine is survived by her loving partner, Lori Reals; her brother, John Budinock; sisters, Nickoline Henner (Jim) and Reenie Baltzer (Chris); nieces and nephews: Sabrina, Alyssa "Lucy" (Dylan), Kara (Jack), Nickolas, Kasey (David), and Quinn; and beloved great-nephew Bodhi.
She was born in Wolcott, N.Y., on October 4, 1957. Family was everything to Christine. She was a devoted sister, partner, aunt, and friend who brought warmth, humor, and love into every relationship.
Christine worked in local law enforcement for the community of Savannah, where she was proud to be the first female Chief, as well as Clyde, Sodus, and Sodus Point, prior to joining the Wayne County Sheriff's Department in 1989. She continued her service as a dispatcher for the Wayne County 911 center from 1996 to 2017.
She was a lifelong athlete and competitor, especially in bowling and softball. A highlight of her bowling career was her 299 game on October 22, 2001, along with multiple 700 series. Christine also loved camping, national parks, live music, and bonfires with friends and family.
She will be remembered for her loyalty, her strength, and the love she shared so freely.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 25 at Warfields Restaurant, 7 W Main St., Clifton Springs, N.Y. Words of Remembrance will start at 12:00 p.m., with a reception to follow.
The family requests the courtesy of no flowers. Memorial contributions in memory of Christine may be made to The House of John, www.houseofjohn.org, or to Ontario-Yates Hospice, URMC.Rochester.Edu/Home-Care
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penny l eider
October 18, 2025
All my love sent to Lori and Christine's family at this very hard time
MYRA
October 17, 2025
Lori, I didn't know Christine but if she was your partner she had to be a great person. May your memories carry you through this troubling time. Rip Chris
Darla
October 16, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
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