August 04, 1921 - February 05, 2016
Christine M. Jorges Obituary
(Age 94) Born Christina Mary Ungari on August 4, 1921 in Spokane, WA. She met Glen John Jorges on a blind date, and they eloped soon after. Glen was drafted into the army air corps and flew in 35 missions over Japan in WWII. When he returned to Spokane, he and his beloved Chris had a beautiful daughter, and six years later they were blessed with another daughter. Chris retired from State service where she worked for School District 101. Chris and Glen spent the next 40 plus years happily golfing, traveling and appreciating their grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were married 74 years when Glen passed away on February 2, 2015. One year plus three days later Christine went to be with him. They were meant to be together forever from the very beginning, and now they are. Christine was preceded in death by her best friend, her sister Virginia C. Anderson, and their baby brother; Paul Ungari. She is survived by appreciative daughters Shirley J. Merry and Janet K. Robinson (Jerry Perryman); grandchildren John A. Merry (Marla), Michelle D. Payne (Kelly), Wade G. Robinson (Leah), and Beth C. Robinson. She is GG (Great Grandma) to Peyton Robinson, Sophia Payne, Blaine Robinson and Sienna Payne. Also survived by niece Nancy Ritz; nephews Christopher Anderson, Richard Anderson, and Ronald Ungari. Momma?s/Grandma?s/GG?s/Auntie Chris? sweet demeanor and strong will, thankfully, will live in our hearts forever. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, February 16 at 1:30 PM at Heritage Funeral Home.
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