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Jay Christie Obituary

CHRISTIE, Phillip Jay Jr., of Montpelier, born December 12, 1961, passed into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 17, 2010. Jay is survived by his wife, Robyne Bentley Christie; his beloved puppies, Nalani and Noah; parents, Phillip and Frances Christie; sister, Peggy Elfers and her husband, Steve; and nieces, Caroline and Catherine. He is also survived by in-laws, Clayton and Sunny Bentley, Lynne and Steve Smith; and nephews, Phillip and William Smith. He graduated with honors from the College of William & Mary and the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. He was employed for 22 years at Mercer Human Resources Consulting. Jay lived his life as a humble man with a high level of integrity. The Lord came first in his life, followed by Robyne and the rest of his family. A memorial service will be held in the sanctuary at First Baptist Church, Richmond, on the corner of Monument Ave. and the Boulevard on Thursday, April 22, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UNOS at www.unos.org, or the National Kidney Foundation at: www.kidney.org.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19, 2010.

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Beverley Beer

April 16, 2011

A year has gone by, but, Jay still lives in my heart. I will never forget his gentleness, stead-fast faith, and warm friendship! Robyne, you and your family are very much in our thoughts during this time.
We love you, Beverley & Stephen

Jennifer McAteer

July 4, 2010

It has been a couple of months since Jay left our life and onto a Better Place. My condolences go out to his family. I was lucky enough to get to know Jay thru his job and Mercer and my job at UHC. He will me sorely missed. God Bless

April 27, 2010

Dear Christie family: We are saddened to learn of Jay's passing. Please know our love and prayers are with you all.

Gus & Esther Farria
Surfside Beach, S.C.

Ann Farria Messall

April 27, 2010

Jay was a true friend who had only love in his heart. Our memories of Jay and his friendship will be with us always. God has gained a blessed angel.

Shelley Hoover, MD

April 23, 2010

Robyne, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jay was an inspiration to us all.

Linda Burroughs

April 22, 2010

My heartfelt love to you Robyne and the entire Jay Christie family. Jay’s memory will stay in my heart forever. The example he gave so many made us all much better people.

The Eternal Love Story – Robyne & Jay

Carolyn Davis

April 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort

Barbara Ligon

April 20, 2010

I had the honor of working with Jay for the last 11 years. I will always remember Jay for his compassion, his amazing work ethic, and his strong faith in God. He had so many challenges in his life - and faced them all with strength and dignity. Rest in Peace, my friend.

Renee Grant-Prescott

April 20, 2010

Jay was a wondeful, brilliant, and caring man who led his life with principal and digrnity. He celebrated each day and appreciated all God's greats gifts. He loved his family, including his girls. Jay was also an avid lover of the Dallas Cowboys. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, we have lost a man who stood among men.

April 19, 2010

Robyne,

Jay Christie was among the Greats. He had a wonderful outgoing personality. He had a world of friends. He set a high example to try to follow. I want you to know that you are on our minds and in our prayers as you try to adjust to a new way of life without him. We will all miss him. Please let me know if I can help in some way during these days.

Sincerely,

Norman D. Graham
Richmond, Va.

April 19, 2010

To the family, I offer my condolences. Jay was a top notch individual, a true example of what it means to be Christ-like. May God comfort you during this time of sadness.

Theresa Shackleford (Marsh)

Jane Shapiro

April 19, 2010

I worked with Jay back in the 90's at Mercer. He was a really nice guy and I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.

Beverley & Stephen Beer

April 19, 2010

Jay was such a wonderful, caring, kind and considerate friend. I have looked up to him so many times for the way he lived his life. He truly celebrated every day and was such a testimony of Jesus Christ! He will be sorely missed, but, we all know that he is now at peace and with the choir of angels. Robyne, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family! We love you!

Christian Fischer

April 19, 2010

Robyne, I had the privilege of working with Jay on many proposals, sales and projects in my two short years here with Mercer. Jay was a wonderful person who exhibited the highest level of professionalism while maintaining a selfless concern for the success of others. I considered Jay both a colleague and a friend and will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

David Dross

April 19, 2010

I was fortunate enough to work with Jay at Mercer for 13 years. Both Mercer and mankind have lost one of our best. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

April 19, 2010

Although I was only fortunuate to know Jay professionally he was truly a wonderful person. I could call Jay with questions or to pick his brain that was full of knowledge and each and every time he would be infinitely patient. Jay was so kind and sweet. I will miss Jay very much. My condolences are with you Robyn. Sincerely, Tami Mahrt (Mercer colleague).

Sally Wetzler

April 19, 2010

Robyne - Though my relationship with Jay was primarily a professional one, his kindness and spirit always showed. Please accept my condolences.

Pratt Stelly

April 19, 2010

Jay exemplified the life of a true Christian. His impeccable character should be an example for all to follow. He faced many trials with grace and dignity, and he will be sorely missed on our pew at church. Robyne, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Jan Moser

April 19, 2010

My deepest sympathies to Robyne and the rest of his family. He guided me during my initiation at Mercer and was a mentor and friend during those first couple years. We laughed, lamented and he was always positive about the many things of which we spoke. He was committed to his faith, Robyne and his kids. I will always remember how he handled his personal health challenges, providing for me an example of exceptional will to do what he thought was the right thing and his unwavering faith in God. It is an honor and a great privilege to have him touch my life and hope that I can be half of what he represented to many people. He is at peace with Him now. I will miss him greatly.

Kevin Cook

April 18, 2010

Jay exemplified a full love for Jesus Christ in every area of life. His testimony was always of Jesus Christ, always making much of Him. Really, Jay's life was lived for the fame and renown of Jesus Christ, that Christ would always be glorified. Jay always lifted Him up, that Jesus would draw all people to Himself. God is very glorified by the life of Jay Christie.

Linda Bellamy

April 18, 2010

Jay has always been a true inspiration in the way he served the Lord and lived his life. He remained positive in even the most difficult times and was committed in every aspect of his life. While Jay is "home" now and will endure no more suffering, our prayers are with Robyne, the Christies, the Bentleys, and the Smiths during this time of loss.

Love,
Linda and Bob Bellamy

Anson Williams

April 18, 2010

Robyne, My conolences go out to you and Jay's family. He was a gentle, caring considerate man. He loved life and he loved you. He will be missed by all.

Pat Shearon

April 18, 2010

There are no words that could describe our friend Jay. He loved his God, was a devoted husband always wanting happiness for Robyne. Jay was a sweet, kind, gentle man and even during illnesses he would always say "God will use this for His good". Jay Christie touched our lives in unforgettable ways, we will miss him so very much. In loving memory, Pat and Jim Shearon

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