She was born in Patterson, CA on August 1, 1950 to the late Jesse and Evelyn Reis.
Chris was a graduate of Patterson High School, class of 1968. She attended college of Modesto Junior College where she received her degree in Early Childhood Development. In her younger years she taught preschool in the Patterson area. She was a member of St. Edwards Catholic Church in Salem, OR.
Chris married Phillip Cunningham of Patterson, CA in 1971, they were married for 12 years and later divorced. Chris married Gary Milner of Salem, OR on June 27, 1987.
Chris was a crafter, a garage saler, and an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. She loved her family and her many friends and was loved by all who knew her.
She is survived by her husband Gary Milner, her sisters; Jean Adcott of Vacaville, CA and Betty Donahue of Kansas City, MO, and many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held in Patterson, CA. Information about which will be posted at a later date.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hed-fh.com for the Milner family.