Christina graduated from Wes-Del High School in 1989. In 2006, she received her Associates of Science in Nursing degree from Ivy Tech and became an LPN. Christina loved to garden and can vegetables. She loved to help people and serve, which made her great at her career. She loved her dogs, cats, and family, especially all of her grandchildren.
Christina is survived by her parents, Harry and Shirley; husband, Craig; daughter, Kirsten VanMatre; grandchildren, Lincoln, Ramona, and 8 others whom she loved dearly; sister, Stephanie Mapes; brothers, Harry and Joe Mapes; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her beloved nephews, Brian Crawford and Kevin Kirkwood.
A graveside service will be held in Elm Ridge Memorial Park, on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 2 pm, with Chaplain Rob Mifflin officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
