1954-2019
M. Christina “ Chris” MacNeil 65 of Norwich died on Monday March 25, 2019 at Hartford Hospital surrounded by loving family. Chris was born on March 2, 1954 in Norwich, Connecticut to Kevin & Shirlee MacNeil.
Chris was a kind and compassionate soul who cared deeply about people, animals, nature and sharing her knowledge with others. During her lifetime, most of her work centered around helping others. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse at the time of her death, but had also worked as a massage therapist and loan originator. Chris graduated from Montville High School and the Norwich Tech Nursing Program.
Chris is survived by her son Matthew Crandall and his wife Christine. Her daughter Kirsten Dalton and her husband Kyle. Grandchildren William & Emily Crandall and Korbin Dalton. Siblings Kathleen MacNeil, Brian MacNeil and Maureen Pollard, several nieces and nephews and other extended family members and friends whom will miss her dearly.Chris was predeceased by her parents Kevin and Shirlee MacNeil, brother Richard MacNeil and sister Darlene Dickinson.
In keeping with her wishes, there are no calling hours or formal funeral services taking place. The family will host a celebration of her life at a later date. Church & Allen Funeral Home of Norwich is assisting the family with fulfilling Chris’s final requests.
Memorial donations in her memory can be sent to:
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
109 Pequotsepos Road
Mystic,CT 06355
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