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Christena L. Cristini

01/31/1960 - 09/11/2024

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Obituary For Christena L. Cristini

Christena (Chris) Cristini, 64, of Rapid City, passed away on September 11, 2024, in Rapid City, SD.

Chis was born in Lead, SD to Gene and Carol Garr on January 31st, 1960. She married Joseph Cristini on July 31st, 1983, in Rapid City. She worked as a CNA for many years, in various locations. Joe and Chris were like a second set of parents to many children.

Chris is survived by son, Kristin Cristini, honorary son, Jonathon He, grandson, Ayden Uecker, father, Gene Garr, brothers, Mike (Leonella) Garr, Lonnie Garr, sisters, Debbie Nelson, Gena (Rick) Thovson; and Brenda Rankin (Robert Watkins), all of Rapid City.

Christena was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Cristini, her mother Carol Garr, one niece and two nephews; and one great niece.

The family of Christena Cristini wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Monument Home + Hospice House, the staff went above and beyond to help Chris, as well as family and friends through this difficult time.

We would also like to thank all the family and friends, too numerous to name that made her feel special and loved.

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28 Sep

Celebration of Life

01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

Eagles Club 1410 E. Center St Rapid City, South Dakota 57703 Get Directions »
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  • 10/02/2024

    I'm sad to hear Chris passed away. I am a nurse, and worked with her many years ago. She was so much fun, and you always knew it would be a good shift if she was there. My condolences to all of her friends and family.

  • 09/24/2024

    Chris... so many super, great memories of our nurses aide days! You made me laugh till my cheeks hurt. I will see you in Heaven when my turn comes. You will be missed!

  • 09/21/2024

    Oh Chris I had no idea, thos is such a shock to see. I have known Chris for about 20 years. We worked together as CNAs at the hospital for many years and again at a home health company for a little while. She was so funny and kind. A good friend. I wish I had k own she was sick I would of come to see her. Prayers to her family. She was a wonderful woman.

  • 09/21/2024

    You were the one of a kind and the best person ever. Very hard to find these days. Love you forever. 💜🙏🏻

  • 09/19/2024

    Best friend ever...always positive, smiling and eager to pray and share conversation about God's Word. She shared her love for Jesus with everyone that would listen. Loved our drives and breaking out for fresh air and Carmel Macchiatos from McDonalds. Great talks and she loved her sons, KC & Jonathan, and grandson, Ayden so much. Chris watch over all of us from heaven and know we will survive but you are really, really missed. Love and hugs always my precious friend.

  • 09/18/2024

    I remember one time me and her were playing cards and I best her and she didnt even get to try to place a card down, her most favorite thing in the world is playing cards with family and friends. We all adored to laugh with her as we play cards and cherish those moments forever

  • 09/17/2024

    Chris you will be missed by so many people. I remember so many trips to Aberdeen, You, Brenda, and I had some great times. Love you, until we meet again my friend.

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