ARCHULETA, Dr. Christine Frances, With heavy hearts, the Archuleta Family announces the passing of their beloved Christine, the light of their lives. Dr. Christine Frances Archuleta was born on October 6, 1990, in Richmond, Va., and died at St. Mary's Hospital on January 17, 2022, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Christine is survived by her parents, Drs. Bob and Felice Archuleta of Midlothian, Va., her brother and sister-in-law, Henry and Elena Archuleta of Salem, S.C., and her adored Jack Russell Terrier, Ziti. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Ben and Frances Archuleta of Green River, Wyo., and Henry and Palma Cerquone of Rochester, N.Y. In her all too short life, Christine was loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Christine graduated from St. Michael's Episcopal School and Trinity Episcopal High School in Richmond, Va. She continued her education at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she graduated from Honors Carolina with a degree in Chemistry in 2013. Before entering medical school, Christine earned a Master's of Science in Biomedical Science at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Va., in 2017. In May 2021, Christine graduated with distinction from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C., where she was selected as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honors Society and Kane-King Obstetrical Honors Society. Christine was excited to start her OB/GYN residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., this spring.

In addition to her academic interests, Christine enjoyed running, hiking, gardening, soccer, and basketball. She was always up for a night of board games and looked forward to the family Christmas scavenger hunt, which fueled her passionate, competitive spirit. Christine was an avid home chef who cooked for family and friends and explored various cultures through cuisine and her many travels. She loved listening to music, adding to her vinyl collection, and discovering new artists at local venues.

Interment will be private for the immediate family. Christine will be honored at a memorial celebration of her life at a later date. The family is grateful for the medical care provided by the many physicians, nurses, and other personnel who treated Christine over these difficult months. For those interested in honoring Christine, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Noah's Children Pediatric Hospice were dear to her heart.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jan. 23, 2022.

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Jordan Snidow

January 28, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you both and all your family after Christine"s recent passing. I was an RN at Stony Point Medical Center and worked quite awhile with Dr. Felice and was sorry when she retired from there. We both spoke about our children often as proud mothers do and have always been a supporter of Noah´s Children started by Dr. Bob...you all do have wonderful memories of her very fulfilled life and am so sorry her illness was a very rough time for her especially, but for you all also. Our Richmond area blesses both her parents for all the wonderful care they have given to all their patients over the years. God bless....Jordan

Lisa Baechler

January 24, 2022

I cannot express my heartfelt devastation at such a loss. Dr.A took care of my son Adam for years, and he spoke so lovingly of his children. There are no words I have to offer comfort...but I do hope your family will be able to share wonderful memories of your beloved daughter. My heart weeps with you both Dr. A and Felice and know you are surrounded with love. May God Bless you and your family...Lisa & Adam Baechler

Carol Pipes

January 24, 2022

Dear Bob and Felice,
I am so sad that your beautiful daughter passed away! She was so sweet as a little girl!
If I can help with anything just let me know!
Love to all of you,
Carol

Bob and Doris Nussey

January 24, 2022

So sad to hear about your daughter, we remember when she was born. What a beautiful and accomplished young woman. May your faith and many wonderful memories help you through.

Patricia Dow Hegdal

January 23, 2022

So terribly saddened to hear of the passing of your daughter .

Pauline Crowling

January 23, 2022

I was shocked and saddened to see Christine's picture and obituary today. She was a gifted chemistry student of mine at Trinity and a wonderful person. It is so sad to be taken at such a young age and at the beginning of her career. My sincere condolences and prayers.

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