Theresa M. Christie
September 05, 1931 - July 15, 2013
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Theresa M. Christie
September 05, 1931 - July 15, 2013
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Theresa Mary Christie Tess
81 Years Old, lived in Mission Viejo where she was surrounded by her family and loved ones as she passed on peacefully July 15, 2013.
Tess was born in the Bronx in New York City on September 5, 1931 to Ann and James Connolly. She later married her sweetheart, Pete Christie for an incredible 62 years! She is a beloved Wife, Mother, Nana, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend. She is survived by her husband, Peter Christie; her three daughters: Terry, Pat, and Diane Christie-Brammer; three grandchildren, Kim Clark, Tracie Benham, and Rickie Brammer; one great-granddaughter, Kylie Benham; two sons-in-law, Charles Brammer and Thomas Benham; her adopted daughter Bonnie Kaufman; and her adorable terrier, Hercules.
Tess will always be known for her gentle, yet effective approach to life. She was loved by all who had the fortunate event of meeting her. Heaven now has a terrific new angel.
Services will be held at O’Connor Mortuary on August 24 at 10:00AM, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA.
50 responses to Theresa M. Christie
Muff Elstran says:
August 12, 2013
I didn’t know Tess but I knew Pete from the old days at (then) McDonnell-Douglas. He worked with my Dad and kept in touch with him and with me about my Dad. Based on the devotion Pete showed Tess and the depth of his love for her, she must have been very special. I wish the entire family peace and comfort in knowing that you served her well on this earth and that she is still in your midst.
Julie Schoen says:
August 13, 2013
There are people you meet who inspire you and change your life. Pete Christie is one of those people. Pete is a friend and mentor and daily reminder that if you want to accomplish something, you can. But the guiding light and supportive force behind Pete’s dedication was Tess. Seldom have I heard a man still speak of his spouse in such loving terms as Pete spoke of Tess after so many years of marriage. His eyes twinkled even more when he spoke of her. He was motivated to make her proud. When I saw them together at occasions the love was so evident.
I know this phase of his life will be extremely difficult, but the light of Tess’s love will still inspire Pete, I am sure. As I mentioned to Pete after Tess’s passing, that heaven is now graced with a new angel by the name of Tess and in time, Pete will be able to live a life in her honor.
Much love, Julie
Julie Schoen says:
August 13, 2013
Lit a candle in memory of Theresa M. Christie
Lorraine Kozloski says:
August 13, 2013
Lit a candle in memory of Theresa M. Christie
Allen Thunselle says:
August 14, 2013
My condolences to the Christie Family. I worked for Pete for a number of years and while working at the McDonnell Douglas Lomita facility in the early ’70’s, our office had a window overlooking a parking area. Each Friday Tess would pull up and wait for the pay master to come out with Pete’s check. I was always struck by her beauty as she waited in her vehicle. In subsequent years I had the pleasure of meeting her at a social gathering. She was such a classy lady!