Christine Ann Dobson
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Born on October 7, 1981, in Morris County, NJ, Christine grew up in Montville, NJ. She graduated from Rutgers University and later became a Registered Nurse, earning a Bachelor's of Nursing in the accelerated second Bachelor's program at New Jersey City University where she was inducted in the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She held several nursing positions until her own illness prevented her from continuing to care for others. Christine earned the Mary Anne Rooney Essence of Nursing Award and served as the President Sigma Theta Tau.
Christine's ability to strike up conversation with anyone she met earned her many friends who will remember her for her carefree spirit and sense of humor. Christine enjoyed reading and being part of a book club, road trip vacations with her young family and very intricate jigsaw puzzles. Her faith and love of God was central in her life. She was the cherished daughter of Deborah Licciardi of Jackson, NJ and Donald Kostka of Montville, NJ, dear sister to Mark & Nicole Lois (nee Kostka) of Chatham NJ and Vito Licciardi of Jackson, NJ, loving Aunt to Christian and Russell Lois.
A memorial for Christine Dobson will be held Saturday April 22, 2023 at Forked River Baptist Church beginning with a time of remembrance at 2 pm and a Memorial service at 3 pm.
Forked River Baptist Church
21 Haines St. Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
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Cathy Maclean
October 5, 2025
Happy Birthday Chrissy, our angel in heaven.
Know that you are loved and missed very much.
Our prayers are with you. Prayers for Chris, Lilly and Bobby to keep them save and for the strength they need to carry on.
Aunt Cathy
Yvonne Walden
October 2, 2025
The visit to New Mexico the best time . Her Birthday is on the 7th mine on the 17th. Of course we would put together our Wizard Of Oz puzzle. She was so loved her photo holds a special place in our home. We will never forgot her and her love.
Deborah Licciardi
October 1, 2025
I guess since it is October 1 and almost Chrissi´s birthday - she has been on my mind more than usual. I had a lovely dream about her this morning. We were shopping in a gift shop at a beautiful farm-like setting. For some reason we were all dressed up except for me but I wanted to shop with her before I finished dressing. We were enjoying ourselves, having something to eat when all of a sudden I looked across the street and saw the store "Bahto and Son". Actually not anywhere where it was originally located. That´s all I remember right now as things are coming to me as I write this. I am definitely NOT the storyteller she was. Her crazy dreams. Chrissi, I miss those funny phone calls honey, especially during dinner. Happy birthday - I hope you´re baking something special for everybody in Heaven.
I continue to pray for you and Christopher, Lilly and Bobby and all of us left behind. Dear Lord I pray that we all find peace, comfort and the promise of seeing Chrissi again someday.
Deborah Bahto Licciardi
December 19, 2024
Chrissi loved baking,
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June 26, 2024
Cheerleading at St. Chris
Deborah Bahto Licciardi
April 21, 2024
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April 21, 2024
Dena Bianchi
February 24, 2024
I went to nursing school with Chrissi, and she had the best sense of humor! it was an extremely stressful time for most of us, but Chrissi could always be relied upon to make everyone laugh. I remember her warm smile and her ability to connect with everyone! She was a real gem. My heart is extremely heavy thinking of her husband and her kids.
Beth Battaglino
June 9, 2023
Chrissy just made everything better. She was an amazing nurse, super smart, funny, magical in her approach with patients and her colleagues. Her absolute passion and what made her the happiest is being with her beautiful babies and her amazing husband. Lady Godiva was the icing on the cake. Chrissy magic was truly taking care of others. She was a great teacher, and over these past four years taught all of us who knew her how to live better. I am so grateful to to have had her in my life, and as a friend. Xo Beth
Katie Botti
May 11, 2023
I remember meeting Chrissi as a nurse at RMC 13 years ago on the 3rd floor. She would joke and call me "pharmacy girl". What an amazing human being. Full of love. She could light up every room with her smile. We would compare how much grey hair we had, how to do the curly girl method and what fun it was to be a Mom. The world lost an angel when she passed.
Much love to you and your family,
Katie Botti
Pat Joffe
April 24, 2023
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Pat Joffe
April 24, 2023
I am forever grateful that Chrissi was my friend. We were board members of Sigma, Kappa Eta Chapter, the International Honor Society of Nursing. Chrissi loved nursing and was an outstanding nurse, leader and mentor. Her leadership resulted in the Chapter receiving the coveted Key award for chapter excellence.
She had a special place in her heart for vulnerable populations and expanded community service projects. She had members baking cookies and cakes for a cake sale to support the smallest survivors of the Hurricane Harvey to purchase diapers. With ability to connect with others, she talked her hospital administration into matching the donations
As much as she loved nursing, her family was central and she loved Chris, Lily and Bobby
She was an angel and now she sits front row, center seat with the other angels sending love down to us.
Jenny Delapaz, RN
April 24, 2023
Chrissi was an inspiration professionally and personally. She always looked at things in a positive light and with the lens of understanding. In this photo we were at a local shelter to hand out socks, she always put others first. I miss you my friend.
PattyAnn
April 23, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Chrissie was a brilliant, positive person. She was an amazing nurse. Watching her evolve from novice nurse to expert nurse was inspirational. She was the whole package, beautiful on the inside and outside. She was a wonderful friend. By the outpouring today it was clear that once you were her friend you loved her. The world is less without her.
Wendy Machado-Seaman
April 22, 2023
I was so blessed to have met Chrissi through the Forked River Baptist Church Mops Group. Our boys are close in age and we clicked right away. Chrissi was a beautiful, warm & friendly person always sharing her faith, wisdom and sense of humor. When my family & I took our first flight with our then almost 2 year old Chrissi lent us her umbrella stroller and provided all the travel tips to help me survive the trip with my very active toddler, the rest was history. She was such a bright light, always smiling, positive & happy, a wonderful friend and momma. Shes the reason my oldest son is going to Pilgrim Academy and loving his High School Experience. Chrissi had such an impact for God's kingdom. Im so very thankful I had the privilege and opportunity to call her friend she loved to cook and share recipes and bring food to share each time we got together. I will always cherish the times we had. Chrissi, will be sorely missed praying peace, the Lord's continual protection & and comfort to be with this sweet family in the days, weeks and years ahead. Blessings & love to all her family & friends in Christ our Lord
Yvonne walden
April 22, 2023
There has been so much said about this beautiful soul. She was my neighbor and friend and family. I will miss her laugh when she got Dan's dad jokes. We won't get through game night without thinking of her,Cards against humanity, Aggravation and the last time we played Train Game. The neighborhood barbeques,where we played the 5 people you would have in your hot tub. The badminton games in the backyard. When Dan set the house on fire it was Chrissi who ran in house to put it out. Her and Chris where there for my family when my son died. We had several great Thanksgivings together,and graduations. The last time we where together was at our son Tim's wedding in November and that Friday my daughter Michelle and myself and Dan went over to the house for a meal and visit little did I know it would be the last time to see her. We talked on the phone a lot,we talked a week before she passed. My best memory is when the whole family flew out to New Mexico to visit us for a week which we loved we know how hard it can be to fly with kids. Chrissi would pick me up at Newark airport we called it a drive by .She would make me the best waffles. She was an excellent cook. She was apart of our family and she will be missed but never forgotten. We will always be here for Chris and the kids. Our love runs deep.
Darlene Simms
April 22, 2023
I had the pleasure of knowing Christ briefly from the Grove Women´s ministry. I am so thankful she attended our last retreat with her daughter Lilly and I was truly blessed to be at there table. She will be truly missed here on the earth side but, we will see her again. My prayers are with her family and children.
Greg & Natalie Lois
April 22, 2023
In loving memory of a funny, smart, loving mom, wife, and friend. We will love you and miss you always. Our family´s thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kate Boskey
April 22, 2023
Heaven gained an angel for sure.
Stacey Jones
April 22, 2023
Chrissi´s radiant joy, intellect, and friendship will be dearly missed. Loved sharing book club discussions and adventures together always. Sending sincere condolences to her beautiful family.
Leeann Pesini, RDH
April 21, 2023
She was always a ray of sunshine, no matter her storm. Always upbeat with her beautiful smile. Heaven has gained a true angel.
Crystal Fitzpatrick
April 21, 2023
I feel so grateful that God choose me to be one of Chrissi´s friends. I met Chrissi through a bible study group and from our first encounter I felt like I had known her forever; thats just the kind of person she was. Her strength and resilience through her illness was remarkable. Her nursing background helped her to truly understand what was happening while her strong faith gave her the confidence to walk through her circumstances unlike anyone I had ever known. She was an immense support to me when both my sister in law and my best friend were diagnosed. Chrissi was always thinking of others before herself and would never want to ask for help. Chrissi loved her family so much and would always tell me how she won the "husband lottery"! I am going to miss her tremendously. Her sense of humor, her smile, her positivity, just her presence. Please give Jesus a hug for me and get all the answers to all our questions!! Until we meet again sweet friend
Patty Heinzelmann RN
April 21, 2023
i will miss her smile and positive energy. Heaven has inherited a special nurse!!
Sincerely
Patty Heinzelmann RN
Philomena
April 21, 2023
May God her and her family during this period of sadness.
Philomena Hamid Cyrus and family
Catherine MacLean
April 21, 2023
Chrissy you were taken from us way to soon. Your beautiful smile and your laughter will live in our hearts forever. God has a plan for each of us and I believe heaven needed a angel. Your life will live on with your two beautiful children Lilly and Bobby, and your husband Chris.
May God bless them and keep them strong and safe.
Uncle John & Aunt Cathy
Jayne
April 21, 2023
Chris,
Your strength has been quite an inspiration. Keep up the good work, Lilly & Bobby are in the best hands, yours. Your girl knew exactly what she was doing when she picked you. Stay strong we will be praying for all of you!
Our hearts are attached With Love Jayne & Gino Snow
Michael Kaiser
April 21, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Although I dont believe we ever met... I feel like I know you through your Dad and how proud he is of you as a Daughter, Mom & Wife!
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I don't know if I made in difference in Chrissi's life but I know she made a difference in mine. She always let me know that I was important to her, as she was to me. I will miss you and our funny phonecalls - beloved niece, godchild and friend...
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Chrissi....Forever smiling, forever making us laugh and forever in our hearts
Auntie Pam
April 20, 2023
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Mommy
April 20, 2023
Chrissi, she didn´t start talking until she was 18 months old and then, well, you know the rest.
Crystal Fitzpatrick
April 19, 2023
Carl Von Stetten
April 19, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Diane Moser
April 19, 2023
I met Chrissi and her children at MOPS. She had a friendly smile and a warm and loving personality. I am so saddened by her passing but I know she is resting in the arms of our dear Lord. Sending my deepest condolences to her beautiful family.
Tina Kerr
April 19, 2023
I worked with Chrissi at RMC. Chrissi brought such light and happiness when she came to work. She was a fantastic nurse and friend. I shared many lunches in our lounge just chatting with her about everything and anything. She always tried to convince me cooking was awesome! She was such an amazing mother and so present in her children´s lives. We also loved to review books together. I know she loved to read. I am going to go buy baby´ breath and plant it today for her because I always told her she reminded of the baby breath flower! I will miss her!
Sending condolences to the family for such a loss
Mommy and Eddie
April 19, 2023
Chrissi, sweet little girl. Our hearts are broken and our lives will forever be changed but your strength, courage and mostly your faith will help us through this until we meet again in Heaven. "Where´s my assistant?"
Love you, Mommy and Eddie
Maddie & Bill Smalling
April 19, 2023
I had the pleasure to meet Chrissi at FRBC during Vacation Bible School. She always had a smile. The community lost a dear person.
Sending love to her family. I am sorry for your loss.
Vito Licciardi
April 19, 2023
Vito Licciardi
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Bruce J Hardesty
April 19, 2023
I did not know Chrissi but her father, Don Kostka, has been a longtime friend. I cant imagine the depth of sorrow the family is feeling but I do know she was very much loved and will be greatly missed. I hope there can be some solace is knowing that she is no longer suffering. May God bless her and the family. You have my deepest sympathy.
Janet Conwell
April 19, 2023
I met Chrissi at RMC when she blessed us by joining the staff on maternity. Seeing her and working with her was truly a blessing. Just seeing her in the morning was a ray of sunshine. She was a beacon of light, a tower of knowledge and compassion. I feel blessed to have known her. She has been in my thoughts and prayers during her long battle. God took her home to too early. Prayers for her husband and family.
Much love my dear friend.
Lisa
April 18, 2023
I was Chrissi´s tech while in nursing school. I thought she was the most brilliant nurse, with the most beautiful eyes I had ever seen! We stayed friends LONG after I graduated and I watched her children for her when she needed help. My daughter was one of her regular babysitters back in new Jersey. Chrissi and I never lost touch, I spoke to her one last time right before Easter Sunday. I will miss her forever... she was the most amazing friend, wife, mother. I can´t wait to see her in heaven! Love you, Chrissi!
Manno family
April 18, 2023
. So sorry to hear about Christine´s passing. May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow . Deepest sympathy. Manno family
Nicole Damiano
April 18, 2023
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Chrissi @RMC. She was such a beautiful person inside & out.
My love & prayers are with her family at this time.
Valerie Gresham
April 18, 2023
Chrissi's dad, Donald Kostka is a longtime family friend. I read all the wonderful statements about Chrissi and realize the apple didn't fall far from the tree. No parent wants to predecease their child; . . . we feel your pain.
Much love, light & sympathy to Chrissi's family.
God bless
Gahan Stefanacci
April 18, 2023
Chrissi in a nut shell was thoughtful. My favorite memory was right after Frankie was born she came to my rescue. I came Christi in a panic. I awoke 4 days after giving birth and was leaking. I called Chrissi freaking out. She calmly said, "I'll be there is a few with everything you need". She showed up with a beast feeding top, nipple cream (organic) and her wisdom. She brought her 4month little girl Lily and visited for a few hours. Watching Chrissi be mom was amazing and our kids played together for years to come. I will miss my friend. Sending hugs and prayers to her husband Chris, Lily and Bobby, and to her parents. I am blessed to call Chrissi my friend.
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April 18, 2023
I met Chrissi im undergrad at Rutgers, and the rest as they say is history. We've been the 4 Musketeers for over 20 years and were so blessed to have had her kindness, humor, and light in our lives.
Farewell dear friend, may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.
Phoebe Carumba
April 18, 2023
I work with Chrissy in RMC and she was the sweetest nurse ever. She has an infectious smile and just has a positive attitude. Rest in peace my dear Chrissy.
Patrick
April 18, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Chrissi in RMC. She always lit up a room with her positive and fun energy and infectious smile and laughter. She was always kind to her team mates, patients, and their families. She is an angel and will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies to her loved ones. <3
Aileen Brossa
April 18, 2023
My deepest condolences. I worked with Chrissi at RMC. She always brightened up a room. She was a wonderful,caring nurse and person. May she rest in peace and always be in our hearts.
Aileen Brossa
Dina Arce
April 18, 2023
Please accept my deepest condolences to her sweet family that she loved so so much. I got to know Chrissy a few years ago when she was first diagnosed with cancer. We spent many hours talking about her love for God and her family. She had an infectious smile, a joyful, positive heart, and a great sense of humor. Her walk in obedience to God was an inspiration and I am so thankful that I knew her.
William Lorenzo
April 18, 2023
I was classmates with Kristine at St Pius and MC. She had a contagious laugh. She was a friend to all and was always smiling. I can only imagine all the lives she touched in the 20+ years that followed. I´m so sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Kristine.
Kathe Wright
April 18, 2023
I knew Chrissi first as one of my nursing students. She was whip-smart, confident, caring, practical and funny. I found out she had gone to Mon Don with my son and we joked about his 'napping' habit. A few years later my son ran into her on the Long Branch boardwalk with her daughter, Lily and they reconnected over brunch. Occasionally they would meet up and walk together. Chrissi reached out when my son's wife was expecting and delivering where Chrissi worked, offering support. Not long after, Chrissi and her family moved to a home a few blocks from me. She would occasionally walk with Lily and Bobby and stop by. Lily was so much like her mom: Frank, funny, inquisitive and not afraid to ask questions. Lily asked for a tour of our house and immediately enchanted my husband. Chrissi told her no, Lily rolled her eyes and a tour ensued. Both kids were so smart and I found out they were homeschooled. I admired Chrissi for that, and the way her children reflected that effort. We moved away and I lost touch with Chrissi. I am heartbroken for her husband, family, and her amazing children. I am so glad I got to know her. What a space she has left among us.
Amanda Chirelli
April 18, 2023
I got know Chrissy through a women´s Bible study Truth Seekers Women´s Bible Study through Bayside Chapel. We connected over our love for the lord. Even though I´m deeply saddened over the passing of Chrissy I know she´s in a better place and no longer suffering. My heartfelt condolences go out to Chrissy family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace my sister in Christ.
-Love your Sister In Christ
Amanda Chirelli
Lorie Caddock
April 18, 2023
I worked with Chrissi at RMC. Fantastic RN, person, friend, wife and mother to Lily and Bobby. RIP you beautiful angel.
Philomena Christy
April 18, 2023
Beautiful person indeed. Our heartfelt condolences to family. Sorry about this. Love and hugs.
Laura Gerard
April 18, 2023
Sending our deepest condolescenses and prayers for family and friends.
Nancy Kaminski-Defibaugh
April 17, 2023
I had the privilege of meeting Chrissi last year at the oncology dept where I work, she easily made friends with the staff. She was admired by all for her courage, grace and positive outlook. We later saw each other at FRBC, not realizing we both attend services there. I remember her beaming smile one day when she proclaimed " my husband believes!" She told me that her and Lilly were singing Christmas carols at the top of their lungs while Chris sat in another room listening to them, a voice said to him, remember this day and everything is going to be alright, then a peace came over him. I feel blessed that she shared this touching memory with me, she had a way of filling your heart with joy. Her faith and passion were contagious. My heart and prayers go out to Chris and the kids. God Bless you and give you strength.
Art Masker
April 17, 2023
Joe & Terri Milko
April 17, 2023
Words escape me. She is resting in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior. Carry on her spirit and faithfulness so she lives forever in our hearts.
Nikki
April 17, 2023
Andrea Polachek
April 17, 2023
Such a beautiful vibrant soul! My deepest condolences for family and friends. So glad our journeys in live crossed. Love&Hugs, Jane Polachek
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