OBITUARY
Christa Elisabeth Altman
Born February 18, 1980
ALTMAN, CHRISTA ELISABETH, 30, of Louisville passed away Thursday November 18, 2010.
She was the former Christa Elisabeth Amshoff a 1st grade teacher at St. Aloysius grade school in Shepherdsville.
She graduated from Presentation Academy and Bellarmine University.
Christa was preceded in death by her grandmother, Jean Lewis.
Survived by her loving husband of 8 1/2 years, Travis Altman; parents, Louis and Laura Lewis Amshoff; sisters, Sandra Maciuba (Chris) and Meredith Amshoff; grandfather, Morton Lewis; and many caring relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass: 10 a.m. Monday, St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 187 S. Plum St. Shepherdsville, KY with entombment in Evergreen Mausoleum. Visitation: 2 - 8 p.m. Sunday Arch L. Heady & Son - Okolona 8519 Preston Hwy.
Through her illness she always went the extra mile for her first graders. Christa was also a champion for other Cystic Fibrosis patients. After her lung transplant on January 12, 2010, Christa lived each day to the fullest, not taking a breath for granted. Christa dedicated her life to helping others at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, KODA, and St. Vincent de Paul at St Ignatius.
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REMEMBERING
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RECEIVE UPDATESMelissa Blansett
December 16, 2010
Christa,
I know we lost contact when we graduated from St A's, but I never for got you. I was very sad to hear of your passing. I know we will meet again in heaven one day. I am praying for the family and Travis to comfort in your times of need. I am sure this si not easy for any of you all. If you need anything just to talk to or whatever let me know. Love you all. Christa I will keep you in my heart always.
Béatrice Spruill
November 30, 2010
With deep sympathy at this time of sadness, may God's love make your grief bearable and happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Lorine Gruner
November 30, 2010
Although I never met Christa personally,I felt I knew her through her father who was a student of mine at St.Ignatiius.God has truly added another Angel to heaven. God Bless all who cared for her and her family.
Beverly Owen
November 28, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Travis & Christa's family.
God has welcomed home, truly, one of His most precious and faithful servants. Such a beautiful, courageous, and inspiring young lady.
Onward Christian soldier -- Christa. May perpetual light shine upon you and may you rest in heavenly peace.
I will light a candle for you on Sunday, Dec 12th, at 7:00p., as part of the worldwide candle lighting event.
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Nick Raley
November 22, 2010
I am so sorry about what has happened. Fr. Naylor was very eloquent today, as always, and Fr. Mike Tobin's remarks were very touching. I hope that your family is able to find some comfort in the days ahead.
November 22, 2010
Travis, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in God's love.
Kristina Ethridge
Diane Vanover
November 22, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of Christa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
John and Diane Vanover
St. Ignatius
Cathy Basey
November 22, 2010
Larry,
I am so sorry to hear about your neice's passing. You & your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Cathy
November 22, 2010
Christa was one of the most special persons I have ever known. I loved her from the moment I met her. There was always something so special and warm about her. She was intent on living life to the fullest no matter where she found herself. I will miss her so much! God blessed us all with her and now it is time for her to go home to her heavenly father. I am comforted knowing she is in God's arms at this time and is whole again. I am praying for you Travis and Louis, Laura, Sandra and Meredith. Cheryl McGruder
tiffany Mullins
November 22, 2010
Travis, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Don McQueary
November 22, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
LeAnn Rone
November 21, 2010
Christa, your love of life inspired us. You and your family showed us how to live with CF with grace and courage. With great sadness, the Lyons/Rone family hopes you rest in peace...
Sheila Speers
November 21, 2010
To Travis and Family, You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheila Speers
Carolyn Whitaker
November 21, 2010
There are no words at all to comfort you, Christa will be missed deeply. My prays and thoughts are with you and the Family.
Joan Irwin
November 21, 2010
Our condolences to the Altman and Amshoff families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Irwin Family
Laura Warren
November 21, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to your family from our family.
November 21, 2010
Dear Christa,
You are God's special angel now. We love and miss you so much. We will always remember you and your family in our prayers and we ask that you pray for us as you glorify God in His heavenly kingdom.
Mary and Dennis Stumph
Phyllis Skonicki (Jen Lyons grandmother)
November 21, 2010
Laura, Louis, Travis, Sandra and Meredith- Christa taught us so much about love of life and taking each day as a gift. She was such a inspiration to all of us by her bravery and grace under the most difficult of circumstances. I will remember all of you as you go through this terrible loss. May you find peace and comfort.
Alice Kubac
November 21, 2010
Christa,
You will always be in our heart. We love and miss you and will always remember you.
Alice,Jeremy, Ava, Abby,James Kubac
Julie Adams
November 21, 2010
I haven't spoken with Christa for many years, but her loss still saddens me deeply. Know that I am thinking of her. Her family and friends are in my prayers.
Sue Foushee
November 21, 2010
Louis, Laura, Travis, Sandra, and Meredith - the world has last a beautiful person, but be comforted in the trust that you will all be together again one day. I'm so sorry - had hoped she could have many more years.
The Robards Family
November 21, 2010
We are there for you if you need us.
The Jarboe Family
November 20, 2010
Thinking of Travis, and Christa's family at this time. Our prayers are with you.
Sonny and Regina Hall
November 20, 2010
Our condolences to all of Christa's family and friends. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Paula Braun
November 20, 2010
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Sondra Walker
November 20, 2010
She knew lots of pleasure and sometimes pain, she lived in the sunshine and walked in the rain. She's walking with someone else now, just know she's not in pain. Remember her sunshine and she will see you again someday.
Steve & Ginny Hensley
November 20, 2010
Louis & Laura & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. No words can confort you in this time of your loss,but know our prayers and friendship is there for you. Christa was a very special lady, loved by many! Our deepest sympathy to each of you.
Barbara Accordino
November 20, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rodney and Sharon
November 20, 2010
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the family
Amy Huelsman
November 20, 2010
Dear family,
Christa has been a shining light in our lives since we have met when she was little, and she will always continue to shine on. Her love for live, her ever giving heart and her inspiration to all those who lives she touched will always be remembered. God blessed our lives with Christa and the family in it. May God be with you now as she enters his home where she will continue to touch so many in her vary special way and live on in our hearts always. Our deepest sympathy's, and much love always. - Amy & Marty Huelsman (Alisha) and family
November 20, 2010
I know there are no words to truly comfort you. Please know I am holding your hands in mine next to your hearts, knowing that is where Christa is. How precious it is knowing my sweet daughter, Kristina was there welcoming Christa home. What a blessed reunion they had and will have until we join them. How precious in the sight of he Lord they are, forever and ever. Amen
Welcome Home Christa......WELCOME HOME