Christine A Mathews

MATHEWS, Christine A. Of Lowman, NYWas born July 24, 1951 in Elmira, NY the daughter of Edward and Caroline (Kennedy) Walton, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center at the age of 57. Her father, Edward Walton, in-laws, Edgar and Phyllis Mathews, brother-in-law, Stanley Mathews, sister-in-law, Jan Leuken, sister, Kathy Cramer and son-in-law, Stevie Parker all predeceased her. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 39 years, Edwin N. Mathews; beloved children, Rebecca (Joe) Spencer of Lowman, NY; Stephen (Heather) Mathews of Horseheads, NY; Samantha (Erich) Ferriter of Lowman, NY; adored grandchildren, Kayla, Stephen, Kyle, Megan, Jacob, Paige, Jared, Brittany, Joe and Chris; loving mother, Caroline Walton of Elmria, NY; siblings, Debbie (Pete), Ed (Julie), Joyce (Brian), Patty, Nancy (George), Susan (Steve) and David (Mary Jane); special sister-in-law, Charlene (Lynn); along with many family, friends and special niece, Amanda; loving canine companion, Penny. Christine was a faithful member of the North Chemung United Methodist Church and was very active with the youth group. She enjoyed knitting and her crafts. Most of all she greatly enjoyed the many sleepovers with her much-loved grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmria, NY on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. Funeral services honoring Christines life will follow the visitation at 5 PM. Her Pastor and friend, the Reverend Anne Mowrey will celebrate her services. Interment will take place at the convenience of her family in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the North Chemung United Methodist Church North Chemung/Breesport Road Lowman, NY 14861.