Christy Lynn Wiley

Christy Lynn Wiley, 41, passed away far too soon on Monday, February 15, 2021. She was born on April 29, 1979 in Lansing to Larry and Connie (Ankney) Owens, and spread love, light, and learning throughout her short time on Earth.

The consummate teacher, Christy had a kind, gentle way of teaching others; indeed, it was often said that Christy was destined to be a teacher even from childhood. During high school and college at Michigan State University, Christy was a beloved caregiver at a local daycare run by Sharon Showerman. After graduating, she taught a number of different elementary grade levels and she taught most recently at Attwood School in Lansing, where her work as a sixth grade teacher left an impression on many students.

Christy was outgoing and fun, up for any challenge or outing. She enjoyed spending days at the park with her own children and serving as the "adopted aunt" for countless others. Family was deeply important to Christy, and she spent much of her time caring for family members - whether in visits, calls, texts, or Facetime check-ins.

She was preceded in death by her dear family friend and mentor, Sharon Showerman; her Grandpa Owens; and her Grandma and Grandpa Ankney.

Christy's loving and gentle spirit will be long remembered by her husband of 20 years, Roger Wiley Jr.; her children, Cheyenne, Jacob, and Emma; her parents; her siblings, Larry (Dawn) Owens II and Tammie (Ervin) Campbell; and her many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and adopted family members and students.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel, 900 E. Michigan Ave. in Lansing from 3pm until 6pm. Masks are required, and social distancing will be in effect.

A private family funeral and interment will be held. The services will be available to view online on Tuesday, February 23 at 11am through the funeral home Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/GorslineLansing/

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Shiawassee Humane Society, 2752 W. Bennington Road, P.O. Box 1622, Owosso, MI 48867.