Christina Mari Evans
January 16, 1976 - January 30, 2008
Obituary
Christina Mari Evans
January 16, 1976 thru January 30, 2008
Christina Mari Evans was born in Edina, Minnesota to Gerald Lee and Sanae Evans January 16th, 1976. Her family moved to Seattle in 1976 when Christina was six months old. She attended private elementary schools until her family moved to a home on the Puget Sound in Normandy Park. During her school years she played a flute, the piano and the koto as well as being involved in a few sports. She loved fishing with her father and brothers and at one time caught a huge Walleye at Banks Lake in Eastern Washington. A picture of her holding the fish was put on the cover of a National Magazine.
Christina’s high school years were spent at Highline High School. During high school, she was involved in the Seattle Ballet Academy and Seattle Girls Choir. Christina also did a lot of traveling with her family. She visited Japan, the Philippines, the Caribbean, Canada, Mexico, Alaska and Hawaii, plus ten other states. Christina enjoyed traveling, reading, bowling, cooking, spending time with friends, family and her two dogs Reggie and Rocco.
After her last year at Highline High School, she went to work as a Dental Assistant.
Upon selling the family home in Normandy Park, Christina and her brother Jerry moved to West Seattle where they lived for a little over a year and a half before her death.
Christina is survived by her Father, Gerald Evans, brothers, Gerald Evans II and Michael Evans, all of Seattle, Washington.
…I have trusted the Lord, He carries me forever…
I’m missin you…& your Chicken & Potatoes..
Thinking of you Christina…
Christina,
I miss your joyful laugh and your radiant smile, but most of all I miss the unforgetable memmories you and I shared! You are in a place now full of the same kind of love that you always showed me!
I will see you again some day!
I love you!
XOXOXO
Dear Jerry, Sue, Jerry and Mike,
It is with profound sadness that I learned of Christina’s passing today. My son David called to tell me. How ironic because it was Christina at age 11 who took care of David when he was just a year old.
Bill and I extend our deepest sympathies. Christina was a blessing to all who knew her. We must be grateful for the gift of her life that touched us all and gain peace by knowing that she is now with Sanae and her grandmother.
God Bless you and keep you.
Happy Valentines Day Sweetie!
Missing you very much.. I’ll always remember the goofy and crazy moments we’ve had..Your always in my heart Christina-Beenah..
When I met Christina for the 2nd time I was taken by what a beautiful girl she was and I loved her smile. My heart when out to her because she seemed so very lost and conflicted at the time. How I longed to have the chance to get to know her better, to love her as a sister, and to know that sweet girl deep inside who once loved music and dance. I can’t believe that she is gone now, but I do trust that she has found true happiness in Jesus’ arms and will never feel lost again.
I remember our last conversation…
I can still hear your voice…
I’m gonna see you again, we will laugh again…
Love you sister…..
On the wings of a dove, Christina…..be in peace. Your Father’s very old friend.
My deepest sympathies and sorrows for the loss of Christina from this world. My comfort at the idea that she now resides in the spiritual realms, which truly is the greater reality – ours is but a blink in comparison.
You are dearly missed, Christina. May God and the angels guide your journey.
Jerry…..
As a father I can only imagine the disorienting journey you are now taking. After you deal with the loss of this gift I hope you are able to return to an appreciation of the special gift you enjoyed for 32 wonderful years. I know that as a parent you will love and honor and value Christina’s life and continue to make her presence known in the lives of family and friends. Know that you are surrounded by others as you make your way.
Dear Jerry, Although we didn’t know your daughter, we can only imagine the grief you must be feeling over the loss of this beautiful young woman, your loving daughter. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for all your family. Fondly, Sally and Chick
Jerry, Sue and Family,
It’s always difficult to lose someone who is so dear but the memories that you cherish will live forever in your heart to help you find peace and strength.
Jerry
My thoughts are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Having children of my own I can only imagine your pain. Knowing that your daughter is now in the hands of the lord and looking down on you, you need to remember all the good times you shared with her while she was on this earth. Wrap yourself in the arms of your family and friends and allow them to help you through this time of loss.
Your friend and classmate from TR.
My prayers are with you and your family at this time. I believe Jerry II said it best remember the 32 years that she lived. This will bring you laughter and tears all at the same time but those are beautiful memories. Christina was a beautiful young woman and full of spirit she always made you feel like you were family. She will not be forgotten and her spirit will live on. Be at peace Christina…
To Christina,
I am so grateful for the opportunity to get to know you. Thank you for being a part of my life these last few months, there is no doubt that you touched my heart deeply. I look forward to being able to continue to grow with and learn from you, only no longer on a physical level.
To her family,
I cant put into words the saddness I feel for all of you. I will always cherish the memories that I have of Christina. Knowing that I will get to see her again someday gives me the strength to carry on and try to make her proud of me and my life without her.
With all my heart.
Isaiah 54:10
I love you all.
Lisa
Dear Christina,
You are truly a vibrant spirit; you have profound beauty and contain such an elegant way about you that attracted so many to you! Your smile would light up a room and your amusing; loving bright humor and whit revealed how much zest you had for life. I can still hear that infectious laugh of yours, it won’t leave my head!:
Oh how I wish that I could have heard that laugh again…it had been too long. After getting in touch with you after so many years…I had anticipation of seeing you again and catching up on our lives…
I recognize that you are in a much better place now and I know you are surrounded by the love of God, your Grandma and your mother; just knowing that gives me peace that passes understanding!
I feel so blessed to have known you and to be able to walk with you in HS Graduation! You are remarkable! I will miss you deeply; but treasure the unforgettable memories I have of you and our friendship!
Rest in Peace hun, I know I will see you again some day!
To the Evans Family,
My heart goes out to all of you at this time. She was so beautiful inside and out. I can’t even begin to explain the sadness I feel for you all!
I know she is beaming down on us from above with love; we will all have the chance to be with her again some day!
John:14
With so much love!
Jerry and Family:
I didn’t know Christina well but both times I met her I do remember that she was a beautiful woman with an amazing smile and was funny I still remember those mismatched striped socks she has on at Latrice’s house that we all had a good laugh over.
I pray that you all find strength, understanding and peace through this difficult time your going through. I’m so sorry for your loss. Just know that I’m here for you.
To My Beloved Husband and his precious sons, Jerry II & Michael,
At a time when words are hard to find, please know that I care very deeply for you and loved Christina very much. I truly enjoyed the times I spent with her. I can only feel part of the pain you feel in the loss of a daughter/sister and am trusting that God will carry you through these difficult days. I will remember the special times we shared during the holidays and birthdays, she brought that special girl touch in a house full of guys. Her memory will live long in my heart and I will miss her. I will keep all the good things about her in my heart as down through the years, thoughts of her cross my mind. May God go with you as we treasure the good memories about this one we all loved.
Jerry and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of loss. I can still remember climbing the huge snow hills with Christina at my parents house in Michigan when we were kids. I won’t forget riding go karts with Christina and Jerry Jr. when my husband and I were there on our honeymoon. Christina had an infectious smile and a giving heart. I am sure she will be spending eternity reuniting with her mom and Grandmother.
All our love, The Davidson Famiy
A prayer for the Evans family from Mary Jane and Forest Lane.
Words adapted from Ps 30 and Ps 6
I have tried to exalt you, O Sovereign LORD,
You are worthy of praise; but it does not come.
O LORD my God, I called to you for help
      and you healed me.
O LORD, you brought me up from the grave;
      you spared me from going down into the pit.
But now when I try to exalt you, It does not come.
My lips are dry and my song is choked out in my throat.
How long, O LORD, how long!
My soul is in anguish! How long, O LORD!
Be merciful to me, LORD, for I am faint;
      O LORD, heal me, for my bones are in agony.
 My soul is in anguish.
      How long, O LORD, how long?
 Turn, O LORD, and deliver me;
      save me because of your unfailing love.
 No one remembers you when he is dead.
      Who praises you from the grave?
 I am worn out from groaning;
      all night long I flood my bed with weeping
      and drench my couch with tears.
 My eyes grow weak with sorrow;
      they fail because of all my foes.
 Away from me, all you who do evil,
      for the LORD has heard my weeping.
 The LORD has heard my cry for mercy;
      the LORD accepts my prayer.
Sing to the LORD, you saints of his;
      praise his holy name.
 For his anger lasts only a moment,
      but his favor lasts a lifetime;
Weeping may remain for a night,
      but rejoicing comes in the morning.
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How long, O LORD, how long?
 Turn, O LORD, and deliver me;
Someday I will again exalt you;
And praise you, O God my Savior.
To you, O LORD, I will call;
      to the Lord I will cry for mercy:
“Hear, O LORD, and be merciful to me;
      O LORD, be my help.”
LORD someday you will turn my wailing into dancing;
      you will remove my sackcloth and clothed me with joy!
Then I will unburden my heart; I will sing to you and not be silent.
O LORD my God, I will give you thanks forever.
May God bless you in your time of sorrow. We will always cherish the fond memories of this beautiful young lady.
Dear Jerry and Family,
We were so touched to see the picture of your beautiful Christina
and read her story.
You great loss reminds us of this hymn by Annie Johnson Flint:
“He giveth more grace when the burdens grow greater, He sendeth more strength when the labors increase; To added affliction He addeth His mercy, To multiplied trials, His multiplied peace.
When we have exhausted our store of endurance, When our strength has failed ere the day is half done, When we reach the end of our hoarded resources, Our Father’s full giving is only begun.
His love has no limit, His grace has no measure, His power has no boundary known unto men; For out of His infinite riches in Jesus, He giveth and giveth, and giveth again.”
Our Love,
Gloria and Ted
Christina was one of the best people I knew. Im happy and grateful she blessed me with her friendship. I will miss her and love her always.
TO the Evans family:
I would like to extend my condolences. I am very grateful that I was given the opportunity to get to know her..Though I did not see or talk to her on a daily basis, we still managed to keep in touch. She will always hold a very special place in my heart that nothing can or will fill that space.
The two hardest things to say in life are hello for the first time and goodbye for the last..I am glad I was able to do both. Thank you for sharing her with us.
The DEPTH of my FRIENDSHIP with her did NOT depend on whomever was there first, or consist in the multitude of friends we had, or the length of acquaintance,but her friendship had its OWN WORTH AND MEANINGFUL VALUE to me, as well as my family. I will cherish all the memories given, made, and shared with her…
I will all miss her GREATLY…….
To Christina:
Life is a journey, and it doesn’t stop when you die. Death is a transition to a new, grander state of existence where you continue to refine your spirit in the pursuit of perfecting it for an understanding of God. You are there now, with Mom & Baba, and though it’s a painful but inevitable must to carry on in this life, I do so knowing we’ll all be re-united one day in eternity.
My 29 years of growing up with you have had all the ups and downs of any sibling relationship. But we were always very close, people knew that. All our great times together live with me forever. And even the bad times provided learning opportunities so we could both emerge stronger, wiser, and better.
With all the relentless inquiries and questions I get, I truly hope that everyone remembers not the one single day that you died. But instead…..the 32 years that you lived.
Love ya,
Your brother Jerry
Christina is in the perfect presence of God for all eternity-praise His name. Her life will impact us in ways that only God can understand. We give thanks for having her as family.
Dennis & Kenlynn
Jerry, Sue and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. God bless.
Larry, Brenda, Troy & Charlie
Jerry, Sue & family,
We grieve with you all at the loss of Christina. We wish we could have gotten to know her better. She was a beautiful young woman. May the Lord comfort you as you remember her life on Tuesday. We are sorry we are not able to attend the service but you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Gilbert & Vivian Woo
We extend our most sincere sympathy to you upon the loss of Christina. Bereavement is so personal that few of us, unless we have experienced it ourselves, can comprehend its grief. A beautiful, bright young woman taken way too soon. We hope that our caring will lessen the sorrow that youi bear.
To the Evans family:
You are in my thoughts and Prayers. May God give you strength and comfort in this your time of loss.
The Clark family
My grief is deep, but Christina is now safe with her mother and grandmother and Jesus.
We are so sorry for your loss, We have great memories of her when you guys came to stay with us yrs ago. She was a very bright, beautiful loving young woman. We are praying for you all and We are sure that Christina is in God’s hands now. Love Jim and Nancy{Evans}Palmer