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for Christine Lemke Keene
Gina Vinkavich
November 7, 2007
When I met Chris I thought she was the most wonderful gift from God a friend could have. Although, she and I were basically a 'friend of a friend' she would always treat me and everyone around her as if we were the best of friends. Her upbeat and inspiring personality was addictive; with Chris around, you were sure to have a happy day! God's blessings to her family; and thanks to God for blessing us all with Chris.
Matt Byrnes
November 5, 2007
Chris and I worked on training workshops in the late 80s, and she would never let a moment turn dull. We rode buses with 30 men from around the country, and she would yell "This bus is too quiet!" and anything else to make the trip fun.
Our heartfelt condolences go to Chris' family.
Marilyn & Tom McNabb
November 4, 2007
We haven't seen Crissy in the past year but we have wonderful memories of her. She was our daughter's, (Sue McNabb Janowitsch), best friend from kindergarten until now. We have seen her grow up from a small child to a grown woman. Always full of fun and always with a smile. She will be missed by many.
Butch Wittman
November 1, 2007
I worked with with Chris on many occasion thru all her years at bowling HQ and she was very special to EVERY situation. Special thoughts and prayers to the family from Arizona.
Robert "Robbie" Coulson
October 29, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Larry Mathias
October 27, 2007
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Chris's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Chris from 1986 through 1988, and had spoken with her a number of times since leaving Greendale in 1988. Each time, we picked up like it had only been a few days since we last spoke, even when it was months and years.
She has an infectious sense of humor, and could see the positives of any situation.
She was one of the most wonderful people I've ever had the pleasure to work with.
I want to send my deepest condolences to her husband, Raymond, her daughter Carly, and her entire family.
Ann Sullivan Redding
October 25, 2007
I worked with Chris long distance over the last two years. She was such a pleasure to work with, we would share stories of our families and laugh. We finally got to meet face to face last October when she came to Reno for a USBC event, our local Northern Nevada komen Affiliate greatly benefited from her tireless work on our behalf. My heart goes out to her family and friends she left behind. God Bless you Chris.
Patti Parker
October 25, 2007
What a loss - having worked with Chris on several events and sharing the family atmosphere at HQ it was obvious that Chris was a loving, caring and dedicated person, with courage no one could match - her passing is a great tragedy. My prayers to her family.
Leah Moe
October 25, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your many memories of Chris bring you comfort. She was an amazing person and lived her life to the fullest. She will be missed by many.
mandy wilson
October 25, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. I met Chris when I competed for Team USA in the 1990's and she always was fun and cheerful.I Will always remember a trip we took to downtown Akron and got lost but still laughed a lot. Please know she was a wonderful person and will be missed..
Abbi LaRose
October 25, 2007
Chris was a very special and wonderful lady - we celebrate her life - and offer our prayers for your loss.
Abbi & John LaRose
Pat
October 25, 2007
Chris was one of a kind always with a smile on her face no matter what ,she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. My prayrs are with her husband a nd daughter.
Kevin Schafran
October 25, 2007
Chris was such a great person. She was an extreme help to me and my family. She will be greatly missed by many.
dale burkhart
October 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dan and Paulette Heney
October 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. May the memories of Chris and the way she celebrated everyday of her life be of comfort during this sad time.
Anna Marie Green
October 24, 2007
Even though I had limited contact with Chris through Bowl For The Cure, she always made me feel like I was was someone she had known for many years and a good friend. I am truly saddend by her passing. May God bless her family and friends at this time.
John McGinnes
October 24, 2007
Chris is truly missed already by the many friends she had made in Reno. Our condolences to her family and to all that know her.
Joan Feinblum
October 24, 2007
My Prayers and thoughts are with the Family.
Chris was a special person with a smile on her face.
She was an inspiration to all of us as she worked so hard for Bowl for the Cure.
Joan Feinblum, Santa Rosa, Calif.
Karin Zuber (Faust)
October 24, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to Chris and her family and friends. She was an awesome lady.....always with a smile and kind words toward everyone. She will surely be missed.
Yvonne Bennett
October 24, 2007
All of her family and friends are in my prayers today! May she rest in peace knowing that she had a profound impact on others diagnosed with breast cancer.
Ron, Nancy, Madeline and Emily Duernberger
October 24, 2007
Our heartfelt condolences to all of the family...Our girls do recall fond memories of Karly @ Discovery House, and we pray that the family will be strong in themselves and in helping Karly through the struggle loss of her mother.
Mark Honea
October 24, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathleen Klipstein
October 24, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Jeanne & Gary Harlan
October 24, 2007
We are saddened by the passing of Chris. She touched many lives and was a first class lady. We will miss her very much.
Scott Fisher
October 23, 2007
To the Lemkes and Keenes. I only knew and worked with Chris for parts of the past year, mostly from a distance. But it didn't take long to discover what a bright, positive, capable and energetic person she was. Knowing Chris, she will never be far from you. God bless you all.
Lois Gibson
October 23, 2007
Thank you for sharing your time with us in our Bowl for the Cure.
We will all miss you
Dallas USBC Women's Bowling Associaion
Lisa Lemke-Tompa
October 23, 2007
Dear extended family,
My heart ached when I heard about Chrissy.....She will be remembered by me as the last time I saw her in August, happy, smiling, laughing at Carly and with a spiritual sweetness about her that warmed her soul. I am so deeply sorry...
Dena Jasinski (Coulson)
October 23, 2007
I'm going to miss Chris' smiling face and up beat attitude. We always had fun together whenever all us girls -- her homies, would meet up for cocktails and/or crab legs. We had a great time out a few weeks back and this memory I will cherish. My deepest sympathy goes out to Ray and Carly and Chris' parents and family.
Mike and Joanne Spridco
October 23, 2007
Know that there are many people thinking of you at this sad time. We will keep you in our prayers.
karen kryscio
October 23, 2007
Last time I saw Chris we were at "girls night" having our crab legs, but me and Chris didn't feel like eating, so her and I sat at the bar drinking Miller Lite and having fun conversation. I'm so grateful that is my last memory
Jan Buchen
October 23, 2007
I just ran into Chris and her daughter at the library a month ago and she was so happy and cheerful. She always had a way of making others smile. I will miss her and will keep her family in my prayers.
Melissa Kuester
October 23, 2007
Christine will be greatly missed by anyone who ever had the pleasure to meet her.
She showed such strength and determination and always had a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Melissa K
OA Medical Secretary/Dr Pierce
Thomas Chingway
October 23, 2007
To Chris's family; may the Great Spirit guide and comfort you in this time of sorrow. Know that even though he has called his child home, she is always with you and at peace.
October 23, 2007
Christine will be sadly missed by all of us.
Jill Haupt (nee Potrykus)
October 23, 2007
It has been many years since the last time I saw Chris and I am so very sorry for your loss. My heartfelt sympathies go out to Chris' entire family during this difficult time. May your memories of her bring comfort and smiles to you.
Roseann Kuhn
October 23, 2007
To the family of Chris, you have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Roseann Kuhn, USBC
Jane Thomas (Fredrickson)
October 23, 2007
Ray, Carly and Family
I am deeply saddened by Chris' passing. My heart goes out to both of you. I will never forget how she could always make me laugh and what great times we had out at tournaments. Chris was someone who was a mentor for me and a friend. Words cannot express how much she will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you,
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