Birth date: May 1, 1947 Death date: Dec 27, 2024
A telegram wired to the U.S.S. Philippine at sea announcing Christine (Chris) Jean Haines’ birth to her father read, “MAY 1, 1947. MSG NEWPORT RI MAY 1 JESSE M HAINES DAUGHTER BORN 655AM LOIS AND BABY ARE FINE.” Chris was born to Read Obituary
December 27, 2024, we lost the glue that held us all together. Mom, your love was the foundation of our family. Go do great things, and know that you are forever loved and remembered.
I first met Chris through her son Mike, who married my niece Baranie about 30 years ago. Our paths crossed many times as our families met for special occasions. Chris was always engaging and interesting; she knew much about life and human nature. She was a noble lady wholly dedicated to the Lord and His Church and a person anyone would be proud to emulate. To Mike and all your siblings, I pray that you will never forget the happiest times of your mother and that her love for you will always be bright in your hearts. Kelly Taylor
Melanie Carver, Dellory Matthews and Chris Petty about 1994.
Chris was my 2nd mom from 12- my early twenties. I remember many dinners and card games because I lived at the Petty house most weekends/Sundays. Chris always made me feel like part of the family. I would stop by when visiting Garland, after the kids all left home because they were some of my favorite people growing up. Chris told me about her early schooling and how her Catholic school was near a hospital. She said that she learned to say a prayer in her heart, for the person in trouble, each time she heard an ambulance. I do this and I always think of Chris. I know she will be missed and I’m so grateful to have known and been influenced by her for so many years. Love and prayers of comfort to family and friends.
Chris will be missed by us until we can see her again in the next life. It was always a joy to be in her company no matter what the occasion. She loved unconditionally and it was a privilege to visit with her and to hear her words of wisdom. She truly knew what it meant to be a joyful disciple of Jesus Christ. We will always be grateful for the chance we had to walk with her in this life.
Harvey and Rebecca Carter
We love Chris and will miss her until we get to see her again in the next life. She always gave her best and we are so thankful that we got to be counted in her circle.
