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Christina (Jones) Frakes
1975 - 2011
Christina (Jones) Frakes
1975 - 2011
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BORN
1975
DIED
2011
Christina Frakes Obituary
Christina was born October 1, 1975 in Kansas City, Kansas to Albert Lee and Sandra Frakes. She was a very loving mother and her true joy was spending time with her children. Christina worked as an LPN since 2003, first at Edwardsville Manor in Edwardsville, Kansas and later at Life Care Center in Charleston, South Carolina. She was very well thought of at Life Care Center and even won the "Whatever It Takes" award recently.
Christina was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents and her parents, Albert and Sandra Frakes. She is survived by her children Dedrick and Kayla Jones and their father Carlos. Christina also leaves her four brothers, Brian Frakes and wife Ariel of Kansas City, Kansas, Robert "Bobby" Stanfield of Kansas City, Kansas, Timothy "Timmy" Stanfield of Kansas City, Kansas and Steven Caswell of Kansas City, Kansas; her maternal grandparents, George "Junior" and Doris Caswell of Kansas City, Kansas; her aunts, Melissa Logan of Kansas City, Kansas, Sherry Rose of Atchison, Kansas; her uncle, George Caswell of Kansas City, Kansas; her special friend David Huggins of Charleston, South Carolina; and her best friend and "adopted mom" Connie Bejan and her children Timothy and Katerina Bejan of Shawnee, Kansas.
Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.chapelhill-butler.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Chapel Hill-Butler, 701 North 94th Street in Kansas City, Kansas (913) 334-3366.
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Nakia Thomas
December 23, 2014
I think about you often! I love and miss you!
Valentine Wambu
March 22, 2014
I thought of you today - which is not unusual, I thought of you yesterday, and so many other days. Rest well my friend, rest well.
March 4, 2013
Thinkn every journey needs to be completed to find the tru results.. LOVE YOU DDKC
kelsey spell (holcomb)
March 3, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful woman I only knew a short time. It was great getting to know her and her family. R.I.p Christina
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David
January 17, 2013
Hi Baby, I remember picking up Christina from work on Valentines with a White Rose single as I pulled up there was a hearst loading someones love 1. Her job that profession can be very stressful yet inspirational to the heart,I would often watch as she worked in her whites, she was most beautiful then being serious & focused. So many moments i got to be with and watch my love my meaning of love.I was Blessed for the oppurtunity to feel have realness,Truth, Love and a Best Friend..Miss You CKDD
David
January 10, 2013
It was bout this tyme one, 2 AM My auntie Jolynn (R.I.P) was a big Lite House Lover, Me & Christina was talkn about curious why.. I found that Charleston had thee or 1 of the oldest working to date. Dee (DJ) always down for the family thing said lets ride, Baby Girl (Kayla)!! well she follows Momma step 2 step the cutest..Like many of our days it was an adventure the four of us unknowing.. Beauty like Happiness Differs from person to person, Family Love Is Forever..
GODS TRU GIFTS
DAVID BELLM-HUGGINS
January 1, 2013
DAVID BELLM-HUGGINS
January 1, 2013
6 years ago today I made a phone call that would change my life. I called Christina wishing her a Happy New Year, after that her and her brother came by the house we briefly caught up only to agree on getting together and catching up on lost years... I LOVE AND MISS YOU CHRISTINA YOU WERE MORE THEN A WOMEN BUT A TRU GIFT...
mary cindy oakley wheeler
January 22, 2012
i loved her mother she will b missed dearly heart goes to her fam she loved just like her mom
Kay Emery
January 8, 2012
To all of you, my family, I know your hearts are heavy right now but put your heavy load on the Lord Jesus for I know he will be your comfort thru these very long and tough days ahead. My prayers are with you all and please know I love you all. Christina will be missed by many for a long time, but the memories of her will bring you pease and joy, they will put a smile on you face, help you make it thru another day, help you to get up in the morning when you think you can't, they will help you rest when you are the most tired. My heart goes out to you all, but I know that our God will give you all strenght to make it thru. Love and Prayers, Kay Barnett Emery
beautiful faces
david huggins
January 8, 2012
leon Barnett
January 7, 2012
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of the family. May God comfort you during your time of grief & sorrow. We love all of you very much. Leon & Greta Barnett (Shepherd, Texas)
Courtney Herndon
January 7, 2012
I met Christina about 2 years ago when I started working at Life Care. She was on of the first nurses that I met that was kind and helpful. Throughout the years Christina has taught me a lot about nursing and life. She was a great nurse who was always very passionate about her job and her patients. she took her time with each patient and cared for each and every one. She was very dependable and dedicated to her job. She was always there for any of us if we needed her. When I first met her, she worked the night shift and she relieved me from my shift, I still see her smiling face walking down the hallway with her big gulp cup filled with Mt. Dew. No matter how tough things got for her, I can't remember a time that she didnt have a smile on her face. She's taught me that no matter how bad things are smoewhere out there thihngs could always be worse. Christina was grateful for what she had and I never heard her complain about anything, she made the best of whatever came her way. In some ways I admire the way she lived; she is one of the most open minded and nonjudgemental people that I've known. She lived her life and didn't care what anyone had to say about it. She did notmake excuses for her actions, she just lived and learned. Christina had a soft heart and she would give someone in need the food off her plate if they needed it, even is she didn't have more for herself. She was a free spirit with a big heart and I think that's what made her such agreat nurse. I don't think that Christina realized how much she actually impacted our lives at Life Care. Even in death she is still teaching me. I know now that life is short and it can change in an instant. Every day we are here on Earth is a precious gift from God and we need to take note from Christina and live each day with no regrets and like it may be our last. I am glad that I got to meet Christina and work with her for the time that I did and I will take what I've learned and cherish it. May you rest peacfully Christina, you will be missed by yours nursing family.
"Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. and meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends."
Richard Bach
Courtney Herndon
Lushawn Austin
January 7, 2012
Christina wa the kind of person that rose to any challenge that came her way. She always had a smile upon her face no matter what. She had inner strength that I longed for. I will truly miss her smile and her goofy laugh.
The morning Star 3-11 CNAs were privileged to work with her.
Lushawn Austin
Tammy Hiott
January 7, 2012
As the family and friends of Christina frakes, I consider you a blessed group of people to have had such a special individual on your lives.
Christina was a special nurse who loved the nurses she worked with as well as her residents. She was a caregiver at heart. She worked numerous hours at Life Care, never tiring as she cared for her patients, and their families. She was always there to fill holes in the schedule, and do whatever needed to be done in the facitility. She was truly a team player and a member of our Life Care family.
There is an award at Life Care that is selected by a committee and given only to those who are highly recomended by families, staff and residents. It is the 'whatever it takes' award. Some nurses work their entire career trying to achieve such a high standard of excellence. In May of 2011, Christina achieved this award. She was truly deserving of this award and to see Christina in action as a nurse, was what Florence Nightingale meant when she spoke of an Angel of Mercy. I am glad I was able to witness Christina's surprise and delight as she was presented with this award.
Christina loved her children. Through thick and think it was very apparent that her children were her life and her pride and joy. You weren't around Christina long before she was telling you about her son and daughter.
Mother Thresa once said, " It is not how much you do, but how much love you put in the doing." Christina put love into everything she did. I can truly say that during her short time on earth, she made a big difference in the lives of those around her at Life Care Center. I consider it an honor to have worked side by side with Christina. I am proud to have called her my colleague, fellow nurse, and friend.
Sincerely,
Tammy Hiott
Nakia
January 7, 2012
January 07, 2012
To the family of Christina I would like to start off saying that I am sorry for your loss. As saddened as I am by your loss, I am so grateful for all the richness Christina brought into my life. Christina will be truly missed.
Christina and I met while working together on the night shift at Life Care. She was a Great nurse and showed so much compassion to her residents. Over the three years that we've known eachother, we became very close as did our daughters (Kayla and Te-Te). Christina and I were also neighbors and were inseparable. We woukd shop, swim, workout and carpool to work. When we went shopping together she would blame be if she overspent and when we joke around she would always say "you know I'm a blonde". My boys (Jarden and Seth) loved and adored her. If I wanted them to clean their room, all I had to say was "you guys wont fo to Chrissy's house" and they would rush to get the job done. I can hear her now greeting them by saying "Hi Babies!" With her big smile.
Chrissy's passing is hard on me. I keep going through my phone looking at the text messages that she sent. I also have a picture of us in the pool that I made my screen saver. I will never forget you Chrissy! You've always seen the good in people. you are a rare diamond and your glow will forever shine in all the lives you touch!
Forever Christina's friend
Nakia
Dorothy Trent
January 7, 2012
David is here Christina and I keep expecting you to show up, I have to remind myself you are gone. I see his longing for you..and I understand it. You were a beautiful person in every way. I'll miss you. God be with those who loved you, bringing his measure of peace.
Steven Caswell
January 7, 2012
I miss you sis soooo much
good tymes
david huggins
January 6, 2012
Connie Bejan
January 5, 2012
To my BEST FRIEND in the whole world, They say you have one true friend in the world and you were mine!, we have been through so much together, even though you were in South Carolina, you were always there for me, Rest in Peace Sis , I Love You, and will miss you more than I can say.
a mother and her cub
david huggins
January 4, 2012
a happy site seein your girls get along
david huggins
January 4, 2012
david huggins
January 4, 2012
so close yet so far away
DAVID HUGGINS
January 4, 2012
"I ALWAYS THINK OF YOU" IN MY SLEEP, IN MY DREAMS,EVEN EYES WIDE OPEN I THINK OF YOU.
Tinker bell loves you too.
Lynne Malden
January 3, 2012
I will miss your smile, your laugh, and your friendship. Such a great friend with such a BIG HEART. We shared so much and will miss our long talks but I will continue to talk to you. You were always strong and taking care of everyone else. May you be at peace now. I pray for your loved ones...I know you will be watching over everyone. You will be thought of often and missed deeply. I love you girl.
Rhonda Storo
January 3, 2012
Christina, I love u with all my heart. It was a pleasure getting to know you over the past 3 years. We had a good time when we worked together on nights. I enjoyed the time we got to spend with each other outside of work. I miss you and will never forget you. Remember what I said, praise jesus in all his glory. Dance and sing before him, he is our savior. You are in his loving arms now. I love you
January 3, 2012
To Christina's family, we are so sorry for your loss. Christina had a gift of wanting to help others. She was a wonderful nurse who gave from the heart. No matter what department you worked in, Christina would help you if she could. The staff at Life Care Center of Charleston was blessed to have known her. She will be greatly missed.
Beth Cliett, Executive Director
Rae Ferrer
January 3, 2012
Christina was more than a great nurse. She had so much compassion for everyone & that comes from within, not from a textbook. That's why she always did the best she could for everybody. I have lost a good friend. My thoughts & prayers are with you Dedrick, Kayla & Tim.
Larry Dash
January 3, 2012
When I arrive to our place of employment the one person I look forward to speaking with is Christina. That crazy laugh and beautiful smile will never be forgotten. You are truly missed. Life Care
Wendy Brown
January 3, 2012
Christina you will be missed.
Sophia Backus
January 2, 2012
David I am so sorry for yours and DJ and Kayla's loss. Listening to the stories Christina was a special lady. (((hugs))))
Karen Tanner
January 2, 2012
Christina was a great and compassionate nurse. She taught me so much about nursing while we worked together. I will remember her most for her intelligence, patience, and generosity to both staff and patients/residents.
LaShon James CNA
January 1, 2012
Christina you were a great nurse and wonderful friend I will remember the many laughs we shared when those mornings seemed to drag by at work. Please know that you will truley be missed and PC will not be the same without you. we love and miss you girl! Love always both staff and residents of PC.
Vickie Davis
January 1, 2012
Christina, you was such a pleasant and fun person to be around, you will truly be missed. May god bless your children.
breezy bernheisel
January 1, 2012
may God bless you family and wrap his love around them!!!
Breezy Bernheisel
January 1, 2012
Christina, i miss seeing your beautiful face, words cant express how i miss you, you were a wonderful nurse here at Life Care center thanks for always being there!!! May God bless your family and wrap his love around them!! love always!
December 31, 2011
God bless her and her children. May she forever be at peace at the hands of Jesus.
Cathy Martines
December 31, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Lushawn Austin
December 30, 2011
Christina, the words can't express how I feel right now, you will be truly missed.
Carrie Gravelle
December 30, 2011
Christina will truly be missed at Life Care. She will not be forgotten
Tammy Hiott
December 30, 2011
Christina was wonderful and caring nurse. She will truly be missed at Life Care of Charleston. Our prayer is that God will provide your family with a peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time.
Tammy Hiott
Director of Nursing
We took over the pool that day.
Nakia Thomas
December 30, 2011
Christina and I were close friends as were our daughters. We met while working at Life Care. She was a wonderful nurse with so much compassion. I will never forget her. I love you Chrissy!! Forever your friend Nakia
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