Christine Marie Kitchen's Obituary
Christine Marie Kitchen, 44, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away March 21, 2025, in her home.
Christine was born in North Miami, Florida, on March 5, 1981, the daughter of Cynthia (McCluney) Kitchen. She earned an associate’s degree and then became a pharmacy technician. In her spare time, she enjoyed arts and crafts, walking the trails, and taking care of animals. She was a bright spot in any room she entered, bringing kindness and joy to everyone she met. She loved her family deeply and will be greatly missed.
Christine is survived by her son Riley (Balie Johnson) Kitchen of Decatur; mother Cindy Kitchen of Sevierville, TN; grandmother Sylvia McCluney of Sevierville, TN; sister Melissa McCluney of Decatur; aunt Debbie (Bryan) Foster; niece Madilyn Stone-McCluney; cousin Megan Heath and family; grandmother Barbara E. Janowitz of Homestead, FL; and many extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Frank C. McCluney.
Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home is providing cremation services for Christine. A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Friday, March 28, at the funeral home. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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