Christine Jesse (nee Martin) Miller 71, formerly of Marengo, IL passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Deer Park on September 23, 2021. Christine was best known for her compassion and kindness for people and animals, especially dogs, but above all else her unconditional love for her family. Her greatest joy was spending time with her 7 beloved grandchildren. She volunteered herself to Starfish Animal Rescue and Glory Bound Farm.

Christine is survived by her loving children: Michelle (Jeff) Anderson, Michael (Andrea) Gavigan, Jessie (Alexandria) Miller; beloved grandchildren: Reilly, McKenzie, and Brady Anderson, Jessandria and Ray Miller, Finley and Hudson Gavigan; sisters: Elizabeth (Edward) Pedersen, Nancy (Mark) Drinnenberg; brother David (Nancy) Martin; sister-in-law Trish; and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond C. Miller, and brother William Martin.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday October 1, 2021 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm with a 6:00 pm service at the Hope Collective Church 23153 W. Miller Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047.

Donations in Christine’s name would be appreciated to Starfish Animal Rescue PO Box 1355, Plainfield, IL 60544.