Christine Marie Neiner's Obituary
Christine Marie Neiner (Arko), 71, a loving wife, mother of three children, and grandmother to five grandchildren died Monday, November 5, 2018 at her home in Strongsville, Ohio.
Chris was born on May 25, 1947 in Newburg Heights, Ohio to Anthony and Josephine Arko (both deceased). She attended Villa Angela High School in Cleveland, Ohio. She received her educational degrees from St. Johns College and Baldwin Wallace College. She was a well-respected Teacher and a Primary Grade Consultant in the Medina County School District. Before retiring from education, she served as the Principal at Raymond and Cuyahoga Falls Elementary Schools. On October 2, 1971 she married George Harold Neiner. They raised three children, Catherine Marie (46), Robert George (44), and Jennifer Anne (42).
Chris had a passion for education, touching the lives of many students and teachers during her career. She loved baking for the holidays with and for her family. Not having her own kitchen could not stop her from the joy baking brought her. She found her way into the kitchen at Pearl Crossing where she baked for many to enjoy. Her beautiful counted cross-stitch artwork she created for so many births, weddings, graduations and other events adorn our homes and hearts. She carried her love of gardening and wildlife with her everywhere she went. Her home and garden were always filled with fresh flowers and welcomed furry and feathered friends. Chris was a worthy opponent at scrabble, avid scrap booker, a fan of old western movies, and music. She sang in the St. Mary’s choir and played the organ at St. Monica. Her heart was filled with love for her family and friends, and Chris lived to spoil her grandchildren, whom she deeply loved.
She is survived by her husband George; her three children Catherine, Robert (Jennifer Rebecca) and Jennifer (Ivan); grandchildren Mia (11), Brynn (7), Evan (7), Oliver (11) and Anthony (1); siblings Mary Jo (Michael), Tom (Denise), Nancy (Allen), and Marilyn and many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews and a host of family and long-time friends.
Chris was preceded in death by her parents Anthony and Josephine Arko; brother, Anthony Arko.
Funeral Mass for Christine M. Neiner will be Saturday, November 17 at 10:00 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 16271 Pearl Road, Strongsville, Ohio 44136. An intimate luncheon gathering for family will be held immediately after Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations to your favorite charity in honor of Christine Marie Neiner are appreciated.
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