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She was predeceased by her husband, Rick, and her parents, Virginia and Edward Zdroj.
Chris is survived by her three daughters, Melissa, Melanie, and Cindy; eight grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.
Chris spent time outdoors, including camping with her family and fishing with her husband. She loved watching eagles in the winter, planting flowers in the spring and cuddling with her pets through the years.
No services will be held. Her ashes will be interred with her husband at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
For those wishing to make a donation in Chris' memory, the family suggests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Donations can be made online at https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_icid=header-btn-donate-now or through Zieren Funeral Home, PO Box 276, Carlyle, IL 62231.
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