A graduate of Miamisburg High School in Miamisburg, Ohio, Chris went on to attend The Ohio State University. She was licensed by the Ohio Funeral Directors Association as well as the Ohio Department of Insurance.
Together with her husband, Warren, Chris owned and operated the former Warren F. Kauber Funeral Home in Pataskala, Ohio, and the Crouse-Kauber Funeral Home in Johnstown, Ohio. They made their home in Pataskala for many years, where Chris was a charter member of Hosanna Lutheran Church and enjoyed teaching Sunday School. She was active in the Sertoma Women's Club, the Pataskala Historic Registry, and gave her time generously to the activities her daughters participated in.
Following retirement, Chris and Warren moved to North Carolina, where they enjoyed time spent with family, boating, and traveling together.
Chris is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, Warren; daughters Saundra (Todd) Koesters of Chapin, SC, and Michele Brannon of Belmont, NC; and beloved granddaughters Katie Koesters, Claire Gates, and Ashley Gates.
A private family service will be held to honor and celebrate Chris's life. Donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
