Christine M. Yarbrough, 73, died on February 21, 2021 with her husband and three sons at her side. She fought a brave battle with cancer, only to eventually pass away of complications from the treatment. She was born in Hayward, California, to Harry and Worlean Hodgson.
Chris was a beautiful Christian woman who always thought of others before herself. She treated everyone as "family" and never met a stranger. Nine days before her death, she asked her husband to include the following in her obituary:
1) Chris grew up in San Lorenzo, California with her parents and brother Bill. They had fun family vacations to North Carolina, Yosemite, Russian River, and Disneyland. Faith in God was always part of her family.
2) She went to San Lorenzo High School and met the "love of her life", Dave. They started dating at age 16. Chris was a cheerleader/song girl for Dave's basketball team. Following high school, she and Dave went to San Jose State University. They were married in January 1970. In June of 1970 they moved to Southern California for Dave to attend medical school at the University of California, Irvine.
3) During Dave's medical school, Chris worked as a counselor for delinquent juveniles at a 24-hour facility. (There is no doubt she had a positive impact on those children.)
4) In July 1974, Chris and Dave moved to Stockton for Dave's Internal Medicine residency. This was completed in June 1977 and it was decided Stockton would remain their home.
5) Chris and Dave have three sons (Michael, John, and Brian), all of whom are exemplary, loving husbands and fathers. As children they played multiple sports. As a result, Chris often participated in booster clubs and fundraising. When the kids were young, many vacations were sports related.
6) In earlier years, Chris was heavily involved at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, where she continued as a member until her death. At one point she was the women's ministry event coordinator. She was also a part of choir, bible studies, meal ministry, church fundraising, and was "mentor mom" for MOPS. She and Dave were co-chairs with the Hakeem family for the 50th (Jubilee) celebration of the church.
7) Chris saw God bless her family in many ways. Her sons are godly, loving, and caring men. Each of them married wonderful women who Chris and Dave considered their daughters (not in-laws). She has seven natural grandchildren. One of them recently married, so there are now eight grandchildren. Each is unique and have special gifts of their own.
8) There are numerous members of her extended family and also numerous friends who are like family. These individuals know who they are and how much they were loved.
9) Her brother Bill was a wonderful brother who picked up their father's love for sports. Bill and his wife are always so welcoming to everyone. Both are hard workers and family oriented.
10) She wanted everyone to know that she had many favorite Bible verses, but especially Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 40:31, Romans 8:38-39, Philippians 4:13, and John 5:24.
11) Chris wanted to encourage everyone to listen to two of her favorite songs, "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe and "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)" by Chris Tomlin.
12) She wanted all to know that she was blessed by God as she was able to connect and re-connect with so many people during her illness. She felt an unbelievable amount of support. The love of so many reminded her of the love of Christ. People everywhere around the world were praying for her and that made a big impression on her. She wanted to make sure to thank everyone for their prayers, flowers, food, texts, and gifts during her illness.
13) Chris describes her husband Dave as her soulmate, her loving husband of 51 years, and her steady partner. She recalls 51 years of parties, travels, photographs, and games played at their home.
Chris is survived by her husband Dave; by her sons Michael (Mella), John (Melissa), and Brian (Melba); by her grandchildren Jake (Sami), Shelby, Peyton, Cooper, Lydia, Asher, and Noah; by her brother Bill (Debby); and by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
There will be a visitation at Vineyard Chapel (Cherokee Memorial Cemetery) on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Due to Covid, only 5 visitors are allowed at a time inside the visitation room. There will be a memorial service at Quail Lakes Baptist Church on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am.
In memoriam, donations may be made to Aslan Child Rescue Ministries at http://www.aslanchildrescue.org/
Chris was a beautiful Christian woman who always thought of others before herself. She treated everyone as "family" and never met a stranger. Nine days before her death, she asked her husband to include the following in her obituary:
1) Chris grew up in San Lorenzo, California with her parents and brother Bill. They had fun family vacations to North Carolina, Yosemite, Russian River, and Disneyland. Faith in God was always part of her family.
2) She went to San Lorenzo High School and met the "love of her life", Dave. They started dating at age 16. Chris was a cheerleader/song girl for Dave's basketball team. Following high school, she and Dave went to San Jose State University. They were married in January 1970. In June of 1970 they moved to Southern California for Dave to attend medical school at the University of California, Irvine.
3) During Dave's medical school, Chris worked as a counselor for delinquent juveniles at a 24-hour facility. (There is no doubt she had a positive impact on those children.)
4) In July 1974, Chris and Dave moved to Stockton for Dave's Internal Medicine residency. This was completed in June 1977 and it was decided Stockton would remain their home.
5) Chris and Dave have three sons (Michael, John, and Brian), all of whom are exemplary, loving husbands and fathers. As children they played multiple sports. As a result, Chris often participated in booster clubs and fundraising. When the kids were young, many vacations were sports related.
6) In earlier years, Chris was heavily involved at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, where she continued as a member until her death. At one point she was the women's ministry event coordinator. She was also a part of choir, bible studies, meal ministry, church fundraising, and was "mentor mom" for MOPS. She and Dave were co-chairs with the Hakeem family for the 50th (Jubilee) celebration of the church.
7) Chris saw God bless her family in many ways. Her sons are godly, loving, and caring men. Each of them married wonderful women who Chris and Dave considered their daughters (not in-laws). She has seven natural grandchildren. One of them recently married, so there are now eight grandchildren. Each is unique and have special gifts of their own.
8) There are numerous members of her extended family and also numerous friends who are like family. These individuals know who they are and how much they were loved.
9) Her brother Bill was a wonderful brother who picked up their father's love for sports. Bill and his wife are always so welcoming to everyone. Both are hard workers and family oriented.
10) She wanted everyone to know that she had many favorite Bible verses, but especially Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 40:31, Romans 8:38-39, Philippians 4:13, and John 5:24.
11) Chris wanted to encourage everyone to listen to two of her favorite songs, "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe and "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)" by Chris Tomlin.
12) She wanted all to know that she was blessed by God as she was able to connect and re-connect with so many people during her illness. She felt an unbelievable amount of support. The love of so many reminded her of the love of Christ. People everywhere around the world were praying for her and that made a big impression on her. She wanted to make sure to thank everyone for their prayers, flowers, food, texts, and gifts during her illness.
13) Chris describes her husband Dave as her soulmate, her loving husband of 51 years, and her steady partner. She recalls 51 years of parties, travels, photographs, and games played at their home.
Chris is survived by her husband Dave; by her sons Michael (Mella), John (Melissa), and Brian (Melba); by her grandchildren Jake (Sami), Shelby, Peyton, Cooper, Lydia, Asher, and Noah; by her brother Bill (Debby); and by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
There will be a visitation at Vineyard Chapel (Cherokee Memorial Cemetery) on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Due to Covid, only 5 visitors are allowed at a time inside the visitation room. There will be a memorial service at Quail Lakes Baptist Church on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am.
In memoriam, donations may be made to Aslan Child Rescue Ministries at http://www.aslanchildrescue.org/
Christine M. Yarbrough, 73, died on February 21, 2021 with her husband and three sons at her side. She fought a brave battle with cancer, only to eventually pass away of complications from the treatment. She was born in Hayward, California, to Harry and Worlean Hodgson.
Chris was a beautiful Christian woman who always thought of others before herself. She treated everyone as "family" and never met a stranger. Nine days before her death, she asked her husband to include the following in her obituary:
1) Chris grew up in San Lorenzo, California with her parents and brother Bill. They had fun family vacations to North Carolina, Yosemite, Russian River, and Disneyland. Faith in God was always part of her family.
2) She went to San Lorenzo High School and met the "love of her life", Dave. They started dating at age 16. Chris was a cheerleader/song girl for Dave's basketball team. Following high school, she and Dave went to San Jose State University. They were married in January 1970. In June of 1970 they moved to Southern California for Dave to attend medical school at the University of California, Irvine.
3) During Dave's medical school, Chris worked as a counselor for delinquent juveniles at a 24-hour facility. (There is no doubt she had a positive impact on those children.)
4) In July 1974, Chris and Dave moved to Stockton for Dave's Internal Medicine residency. This was completed in June 1977 and it was decided Stockton would remain their home.
5) Chris and Dave have three sons (Michael, John, and Brian), all of whom are exemplary, loving husbands and fathers. As children they played multiple sports. As a result, Chris often participated in booster clubs and fundraising. When the kids were young, many vacations were sports related.
6) In earlier years, Chris was heavily involved at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, where she continued as a member until her death. At one point she was the women's ministry event coordinator. She was also a part of choir, bible studies, meal ministry, church fundraising, and was "mentor mom" for MOPS. She and Dave were co-chairs with the Hakeem family for the 50th (Jubilee) celebration of the church.
7) Chris saw God bless her family in many ways. Her sons are godly, loving, and caring men. Each of them married wonderful women who Chris and Dave considered their daughters (not in-laws). She has seven natural grandchildren. One of them recently married, so there are now eight grandchildren. Each is unique and have special gifts of their own.
8) There are numerous members of her extended family and also numerous friends who are like family. These individuals know who they are and how much they were loved.
9) Her brother Bill was a wonderful brother who picked up their father's love for sports. Bill and his wife are always so welcoming to everyone. Both are hard workers and family oriented.
10) She wanted everyone to know that she had many favorite Bible verses, but especially Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 40:31, Romans 8:38-39, Philippians 4:13, and John 5:24.
11) Chris wanted to encourage everyone to listen to two of her favorite songs, "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe and "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)" by Chris Tomlin.
12) She wanted all to know that she was blessed by God as she was able to connect and re-connect with so many people during her illness. She felt an unbelievable amount of support. The love of so many reminded her of the love of Christ. People everywhere around the world were praying for her and that made a big impression on her. She wanted to make sure to thank everyone for their prayers, flowers, food, texts, and gifts during her illness.
13) Chris describes her husband Dave as her soulmate, her loving husband of 51 years, and her steady partner. She recalls 51 years of parties, travels, photographs, and games played at their home.
Chris is survived by her husband Dave; by her sons Michael (Mella), John (Melissa), and Brian (Melba); by her grandchildren Jake (Sami), Shelby, Peyton, Cooper, Lydia, Asher, and Noah; by her brother Bill (Debby); and by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
There will be a visitation at Vineyard Chapel (Cherokee Memorial Cemetery) on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Due to Covid, only 5 visitors are allowed at a time inside the visitation room. There will be a memorial service at Quail Lakes Baptist Church on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am.
In memoriam, donations may be made to Aslan Child Rescue Ministries at http://www.aslanchildrescue.org/
Chris was a beautiful Christian woman who always thought of others before herself. She treated everyone as "family" and never met a stranger. Nine days before her death, she asked her husband to include the following in her obituary:
1) Chris grew up in San Lorenzo, California with her parents and brother Bill. They had fun family vacations to North Carolina, Yosemite, Russian River, and Disneyland. Faith in God was always part of her family.
2) She went to San Lorenzo High School and met the "love of her life", Dave. They started dating at age 16. Chris was a cheerleader/song girl for Dave's basketball team. Following high school, she and Dave went to San Jose State University. They were married in January 1970. In June of 1970 they moved to Southern California for Dave to attend medical school at the University of California, Irvine.
3) During Dave's medical school, Chris worked as a counselor for delinquent juveniles at a 24-hour facility. (There is no doubt she had a positive impact on those children.)
4) In July 1974, Chris and Dave moved to Stockton for Dave's Internal Medicine residency. This was completed in June 1977 and it was decided Stockton would remain their home.
5) Chris and Dave have three sons (Michael, John, and Brian), all of whom are exemplary, loving husbands and fathers. As children they played multiple sports. As a result, Chris often participated in booster clubs and fundraising. When the kids were young, many vacations were sports related.
6) In earlier years, Chris was heavily involved at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, where she continued as a member until her death. At one point she was the women's ministry event coordinator. She was also a part of choir, bible studies, meal ministry, church fundraising, and was "mentor mom" for MOPS. She and Dave were co-chairs with the Hakeem family for the 50th (Jubilee) celebration of the church.
7) Chris saw God bless her family in many ways. Her sons are godly, loving, and caring men. Each of them married wonderful women who Chris and Dave considered their daughters (not in-laws). She has seven natural grandchildren. One of them recently married, so there are now eight grandchildren. Each is unique and have special gifts of their own.
8) There are numerous members of her extended family and also numerous friends who are like family. These individuals know who they are and how much they were loved.
9) Her brother Bill was a wonderful brother who picked up their father's love for sports. Bill and his wife are always so welcoming to everyone. Both are hard workers and family oriented.
10) She wanted everyone to know that she had many favorite Bible verses, but especially Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 40:31, Romans 8:38-39, Philippians 4:13, and John 5:24.
11) Chris wanted to encourage everyone to listen to two of her favorite songs, "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe and "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)" by Chris Tomlin.
12) She wanted all to know that she was blessed by God as she was able to connect and re-connect with so many people during her illness. She felt an unbelievable amount of support. The love of so many reminded her of the love of Christ. People everywhere around the world were praying for her and that made a big impression on her. She wanted to make sure to thank everyone for their prayers, flowers, food, texts, and gifts during her illness.
13) Chris describes her husband Dave as her soulmate, her loving husband of 51 years, and her steady partner. She recalls 51 years of parties, travels, photographs, and games played at their home.
Chris is survived by her husband Dave; by her sons Michael (Mella), John (Melissa), and Brian (Melba); by her grandchildren Jake (Sami), Shelby, Peyton, Cooper, Lydia, Asher, and Noah; by her brother Bill (Debby); and by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
There will be a visitation at Vineyard Chapel (Cherokee Memorial Cemetery) on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Due to Covid, only 5 visitors are allowed at a time inside the visitation room. There will be a memorial service at Quail Lakes Baptist Church on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am.
In memoriam, donations may be made to Aslan Child Rescue Ministries at http://www.aslanchildrescue.org/
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