Christine Applehans, 54 years old of
Ingleside, IL passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023. She was born June 27, 1969 to the late Leonard and Kathleen (Zeien) Clark in Waukegan, IL. On June 6, 1992, Chrissy was united in marriage with her high school sweetheart, Joseph in Wadsworth, IL. Chrissy enjoyed spending time with her family, especially for the holidays. She loved gardening, sitting by the bonfire, and walking the dogs. Chrissy was known for her beautiful long curly hair and her dedication to family and friends. She worked as the coordinator for the college and career center at Grayslake North High School and loved helping students choose a path to their future success. Chrissy was also the mother hen of the family who always made sure that everyone was taken care of.
Survivors include, her husband of 31 years, Joseph; sons, Zackery and Jacob Applehans; siblings, Julie (Thomas) Friedle, Patricia Pauley, Leonard (Crystal) Clark, and Lori Miller; nieces and nephews, Shawn, Kyle, Megan, Kaleigh, Peyton, Kyleigh, Bobby, Benny, Steven, Lucas, Hailey, Sophie, Aaron, Austin, Joseph, Payton, Nathan, and Amelia; father-in-law, Stephen Applehans; mother-in-law, Candance Applehans; brother-in-law, Bob (Brandi) Applehans; sister-in-law, Lisa Langhans; and many great nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Memorial Visitation will be held from 12:00PM until the time of service at 3:00PM Saturday, September 9, 2023 at the STRANG FUNERAL HOME OF ANTIOCH, 1055 Main St.
Antioch, IL 60002. Interment will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Mount Carmel Catholic Cemetery,
Antioch, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. For additional information, please call (847)-395-4000. Please sign the online guestbook for Chrissy at www.strangfh.com.