Christine Olney
January 9, 1957 – January 9, 2020
In accordance with her wish cremation will take place and the family will hold a service to honor her life at a later date. Those wishing to make a lasting gift in Christine’s memory may make a memorial to the Olney Family (checks payable to Joseph Olney), c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 63, passed away unexpectedly at home on the morning of her birthday, January 9, 2020. She was born in Kalamazoo on January 9, 1957, the daughter of the late Walter and Audrey (Billman) Ludwig. Christine was a kind, loving and gentle woman. She had a servant’s heart and was always willing to help those in need. She used this gift to help children in the Special Education Department of Comstock Schools where she worked as a Para-Pro for several years. When not working, she enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening or mushroom hunting with her husband. Above all Christine loved her family and was especially proud of her children and grandchildren. She leaves behind many wonderful memories to cherish. On February 18, 1989, she married Joseph Olney who survives. She is also survived by two children, Wendy and Heather Rodriguez; an “almost daughter,” Shannon (Lynn) Carpenter; three grandchildren, Caleb Sugden, Jace Elijah Rodriguez, HarLeigh Rodriguez; great-grandson, Leighem Sugden; three siblings, Becky (Brad) Smith, Chuck Ludwig, Randy Ludwig; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Christine is also preceded in passing by two siblings, Nancy Alford and Wendy Kay Ludwig and a granddaughter, Christalyn Rodriguez.
Barry grew up knowing Chris back in 1970 . i knew Chris a few years later in the 80,s at victory Baptist church where we visited ! Barry and his twin cheri who were friends of Christine,s hung out weekly in there younger years.chris was also willies good friend.they all loved her. Chris was fun to be around,friendly,talkative, a kind soul who loved the lord and her family.chris was a special ,awesome friend to us.i,m sure she’s in a better place visiting her mom and others .she will be missed .i,m sure she has a special place in heaven! rest in peace Christine!
I had the privilege to meet and work with Chris in a special education classroom. She was the smile you looked forward to seeing every morning. She will be greatly missed. I was blessed to have her as a friend. May you rest in heaven dear fried. I look forward to seeing you someday.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
We grew up together on Berkley Street and have so many memories of that time. Chris was a few years younger than the majority of the other kids in the neighborhood. We learned not to underestimate her; if we tried to exclude her she would warn us that she would “tell Ma.” Well…so we let her come along. Was it because of her warning or because she was just so darn cute? Our childhood would not have been the same without you Chris! We love you!
She was a great lady she loved her job and the kids she was always helpful and caring to my 2 boys and I’m so sorry for the family lost and the kids at the school she will be missed
Chris was such a caring and loving person. My prayers go out to the entire family!!
She was always one of my favorite people…she will be missed.