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Christa Cheek Obituary
SUGAR GROVE: Christa (Miller) Cheek of Sugar Grove, Ohio and Frankfurt a/M Germany, left us softly on Monday morning, February 21, 2011 at the age of 70.
Beloved wife of Paul W. Cheek, Jr. and beautiful mother of Natascha Miller, she is preceded in death by her dear son, Frank M. Miller (1994).
She is survived by her three step children, Randy and Tammy Cheek of New Albany, Todd Cheek of Columbus; and her granddaughter, Rachel Cheek; her brother, Heinz Kempf; and her cousin, Klaus Hänsch.
Christa studied tailoring and fashion design in Germany before immigrating to the States in the early 70's. She was employed for over 18 years at the Eastland Lazarus Department Store, where she was known for her hearty sense of humor, her pretty long nails and red hair, and her genuinely warm service to her customers. Christa loved nature, especially her hummingbirds. She eagerly awaited them each spring. Her big heart always provided refuge for strays and wildlife. She will be missed by so many who knew and loved her.
Christa and family extend a sincere thank you to Fairhope Hospice & Palliative Care for their compassionate assistance in those last weeks.
The family asks to be supported in this time of deepest mourning with a visit from friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 24 at the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME in Lancaster, Ohio. A service will take place at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Brian Dillahaunt. Burial will follow at Stukey Cemetary on Old Logan Road near Sugar Grove.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fairfield Area Humane Society, 1721 Granville Pike, PO Box 1109, Lancaster, OH 43130.
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Elli Lippencott
March 1, 2011
Im so sorry for you loss Christa was a frend of myn 27 years ago I lost trak of her after she good marrid and moved away Rest in pease Larry Elli
Judith Fisher
February 24, 2011
Dear Miller and Cheek Families,
I am writing on behalf of Teddy, who Christa rescued from an intolerable home situation and, in turn, placed into my care. Teddy only knew of her as a deeply caring friend who loved animals with a passion, especially the little ones. That he is today a joyful, beloved member of my family is testament to Christa's efforts to right what she saw as a deep injustice. We were blessed by her compassion and warm encouragement. Christa was such a special person, one who truly lived her deeply-held beliefs. May she rest in the Hand of God, forever a protector of "the little ones."
Brigitte Rickards
February 24, 2011
Dear Natascha,
So sorry to hear about your Mom.She was a very speacial person.Thinking about you
Amy Cheek
February 24, 2011
You will be greatly missed..My fondest memories of you was your beauty and your accent..something as a child that I loved to hear! We will meet again in Heaven! Love you Aunt Christa!
Terry Conrad
February 24, 2011
Paul,
My condolences to you. Paulette and I enjoyed your company everytime you and Christa visited Kane's Restaurant. She was a very nice lady. Again, sorry for your loss.
Terry Conrad
February 23, 2011
To the beautiful ladie that always brought me something very special every forth of July. I will miss you bunches.
Karley Rae
February 23, 2011
So sorry to lose our dear neighbor.
Patty Peery
Lisa Frew
February 23, 2011
Todd,
I am very sorry to hear about Krista, she was a very beautiful lady. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or the family.
February 23, 2011
We are so sorry to hear this sad news and we extend our deepest sympathy to all of you.Uschi and Jim Roberts,Townsend, TN
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