Christine F. Martin, 100, of Akeley, PA., died Tuesday morning, December 13, 2022, at her residence. She was born November 28, 1922, in Chesterfield, Clearfield County, PA. Christine was the daughter of John and Elizabeth Rapasky Molner. She was a former resident of Smith Mills, Clearfield County, PA., and has resided in Russell, PA., since 1956. She was employed with Blair Corporation for 11 years, retiring in 1987. Christine was a member of St. James R.C. Church, Jamestown, N.Y. and a former member of Our Lady of Victory R.C. Church, Frewsburg, N.Y. She was an avid walker, cook, gardener and enjoyed canning. She loved the outdoors and was known to have her home always open to friends and family.
She is survived by her children – John Martin of Youngsville, PA., Roy Martin and wife, Laura of Russell, PA., Elizabeth Blyth of Youngsville, PA., David Martin and wife, Karen, Sharon Thompson and husband, Denny, all of Russell, PA., Christine Harden and husband, Jim of Warren, PA., George Martin and wife, Trudy of Russell, PA., Irene Funk and husband, Michael of Abilene, TX., several grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews also survive.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Martin who died August 28, 1973, whom she married September 26, 1942, in Ramey, PA., 6 Brothers – John Rapasky, George, Jack, Steve, Mike and Joseph Molner, 5 Sisters – Jane Semon, Susan Granger, Catherine Day, Ann Klett, Irene Weikart, 1 Granddaughter – Renee Martin, a Daughter-in-law, Sherryn Martin, a Son-in-law, Brian Blyth.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, December 15, 2022, from 5 to 7 P.M. where a funeral service will be conducted Friday, December 16, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. with Deacon Michael Lennon, officiating. Interment will be in Hale Cemetery, Akeley, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Russell Volunteer Fire Department, 66 Perrrigo Lane, Russell, PA. 16345. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhommeinc.com
Chris and Jim:
What a sweet lady your Mom was!!! Only met her just recently at her 100th birthday celebration and oh how she was smiling from ear to ear. She was very proud of her family!!! You all made her day very special. Your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers in these days ahead. Love you guys!!
Terri, Rich and family
Thank you for helping us celebrate mom’s birthday and for your thoughts and prayers.
I loved your sweet Mama. I knew her first working with her at Blair where she put us “younguns” to shame with her hard work ethic. We called her the energizer bunny because she never sat down! Then I became best friends with her daughter Sharon and found out what a special lady Chris really was. Cooking and sharing her treats was her love language and she will never be forgotten for her giving spirit. Fly with the angels Chris. Love you
Martin family:
We were so very sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. She was one of a kind and will always have a special place in our hearts. May she rest in peace. Love,
Roger and Kellie Eklund
Thank you for attending mom’s birthday party and her service.
Thank you Lori. You truly are my bff.❤️
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with the entire family.
Thank you Kevin
This greeting is from the family of Claude Anderson, Frewsburg NY.
We remember Chris as a companion to our Grandpa Claude. Chris brought a joyful spirit when around our family. Jeanne, Claude’s stepdaughter was impressed with her devotion to her family. She was always talkative with family stories and had a cheerful personality. Accept our condolences for your loss. What a blessing for all Chris’s children and extended family to have so many years of memories!
Thank you for the kind words. We have fond memories of Claude. He was a great companion for our mother.
Our condolences to the family. May Christine rest in peace.
Thank you.
Thank you for the kind words. We have fond memories of Claude. He was a great companion for our mother.