Ridgeview, WV – Christine Denny, a cherished member of the Ridgeview community, passed away in late October 2024, just shy of her 75th birthday.
Her family is organizing a memorial service set to take place by October 31, 2024, as they seek to honor her memory and gather funds to support the arrangements.
Known for her kind spirit, Christine was a familiar presence in her neighborhood, often seen walking outdoors and engaging warmly with those she met.
Her daughter, Deborah Bender, who set up a GoFundMe for Christine’s memorial, wrote that her mother “treated everyone like family,” with a warm sense of humor and a love for activities like cross-stitching and puzzle books.
“She never said anything bad about anyone,” Deborah shared, highlighting Christine’s joyful approach to life.
Messages of sympathy poured in on social media.
One well-wisher, Lisa Johnson, expressed, “If me and Jacob had any money we would help as much as we could, you know we would help if we could,” while another supporter, Nicole Stackhouse, added, “I wish I could help if I had the money.”
The family has raised approximately $175 toward a $4,000 goal to cover funeral expenses, with supporters like Hannah Massey and Stephanie Massey contributing to the fund.
Christine’s legacy of kindness and compassion lives on in the hearts of those who knew her.