Christine Hofmann Chariton

Christine Ruth Hofmann was born June 10, 1959 in Peoria, Illinois and died at the age of 55 years on March 21, 2015 at the Circle of Friends Legacy Lodge in Chariton Iowa.

Christine was the fifth child born to Silas and Thelma Hofmann-the first daughter in their family. Later, Christine became the big sister to four more siblings. In 1964 Christine’s family moved to a farm near Humeston, Iowa. Growing up on the farm provided Chris many happy hours playing outdoors with puppies and kittens, watching baby calves and pigs, and taking long walks over the farm. “Home” represented the family farm for the rest of Christine’s life.

Many gifted individuals helped to prepare Christine for her adult years. Mrs. Murray, Mr. Kaler, and Ms. Gangestad each lovingly and patiently contributed toward her early education in profound ways. Coleen Craig was a particular childhood friend whom shared a special bond with Christine for many years.

Christine graduated from Jefferson Developmental School in Creston, Iowa in May 1981; then began working at Tenco Workshop in Chariton, Iowa. Christine spent over 25 years enjoying the routine of “working” during the day and spending her evenings and weekends at home. In 1998 Chris moved with her parents to their home in Chariton, Iowa. In 2011 Chris then moved into a group home under the caring staff of Mosaic.

Christine had many pet names for her family and found delight in merciless verbal teasing. Yet we could all take a lesson from one who has never cheated, been manipulative, or put personal gain in front of morals. Few in the world meet those criteria.

Christine was preceded in death by her grandparents, an aunt, two brothers, and recently her father. Left to cherish her memory is her mother, Thelma Hofmann of Chariton; siblings Steve (Nancy), Carl, Fred (Sheila), Kathleen (Dennis), Ron (Mickie), and John (Cindi), and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Services were held were held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 26, 2015 at the Fielding Funeral Home located in Chariton, Iowa with Pastor Paul Olson officiating. Visitation took place from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at the funeral home. Interment was held in the Chariton Cemetery following services. Condolences may be sent to 1012 Hillcrest Ave, Chariton, Iowa 50049. Memorials may be directed to Circle of Friends Legacy Lodge.