Lillian Olivia Christian

Lillian Olivia (Walthers) Christian joyfully entered Heaven's Gates into the arms of Jesus on June 20, 2015!! Lil was the eighth of ten children born to Walter Traergott and Theora Mary (Kelly) Walthers on July 14, 1921, Dallas, Texas. In her teen years, Lil, along with her sisters, worked her shift in the family owned Bakery, while her brothers were becoming bakers! Some evenings, with musical instruments in hand, they all gathered for a time of playing and singing. On Sundays they would perform their renditions of old gospel hymns in the Four Square Church in the neighborhood. Lillian's strong spiritual foundation grounded her to become the faithful Godly Woman evidenced through her years of service as a spiritual nurturer, prayer warrior, devoted Sunday School teacher and soloist in the Church Choir of Metropolitan Baptist, where she is a Charter Member. Teaching Christian values and principles to her children, Lillian lived by example! She was a devoted, Beloved Mother and a Role Model to many. Lillian earned a degree from Blair Business College which gained her a position with GM Auto Corp for over 30 years. Lil was a sports lover; Golf being her personal choice! For much of her adult years she was active in Women's Leagues at both Lincoln and Hefner Golf Courses. Lil was an artist specializing is Beautiful China Painting! In her retirement years, Lil was a volunteer with the Public Library Literacy program. Listening to struggling young readers fit right in with her nurturing nature! Lillian was the last of an Era! Preceding her to Heaven are all her siblings, her parents, as well as her husband of 63 years, Waylan Taylor Christian, (whom she met at the Bakery in Dallas!) Survivors of Lillian: daughter, Lynn Christian Hefle (Joel) of Blanchard, OK; son, Jann Taylor Christian, of Trophy Club, TX; Five grandchildren: Janna Hefley Wade(Jay) of Edmond, OK; Lori Hefley Runnfeldt(Jeff) of Tiburon,CA; Jules Hefley Deer(Aaron) of Tiburon,CA; Taylor Colt Christian and Carlee Kathleen Christian of Trophy Club, TX; Five great grandchildren: Hunter Layne Hefley Wade and Zane Hardy Hefley Wade; Olivia Leigh Runnfeldt, Anna Lauren Runnfeldt and Alexandra Layne Runnfeldt. The "grands" affectionately call Lil, "Mawgy". Lillian was blessed often by, at least, a dozen thoughtful, caring nieces, nephews and cousins who have continued to show their love by calls, cards, and letters sent to "Auntie Lil" and some visits through the years! Thanks to the wonderful, sweet caregivers at The Spanish Cove Senior Retirement Center. Lil knew and felt your love. Thank you to Russel Murray Hospice for guidance in these recent months. Donations in Lillian Christian's name may be given to either of these groups or to Metropolitan Baptist Church Mission Fund. A Memorial Service Celebrating Lillian's life will be held on July 18, 2015, at 11 AM, Metropolitan Baptist Chruch, 7201 W. Britain Rd. Okla. City, OK. 73231.