Christine Adelle Thompson, 44, of Helena, passed away on November 22, 2011 of meningitis. Christine was born on March 1, 1967 in Missoula, MT, the daughter of Michael and Adelle Thompson.
She attended grade school at Bryant, Broadwater, and Four Georgians. She graduated from Capital High School in 1985. She attended college at the University of Montana, where she was the President of the Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority. She graduated from Montana State University in 1990 with honors with a double degree in History and Psychology. In 1993, she received a degree in Elementary Education.
She was married in 1991 to Larry MadPlume. She had two children, Michael Lawrence and Sarah Katherine.
She worked at BCBS of Montana. While there, she earned 18 Service Plus Awards for outstanding customer service. She later worked at the VA Medical Center at Ft. Harrison, MT as a Claims Analyst.
Chrissy was a very talented ballet dancer throughout high school. She enjoyed spending time reading science fiction books and watching science fiction movies, doing crossword and Sudoku puzzles, hanging out with her cats, Max, Bart, and Murphy, and her cockatiel, Newton. She made a fantastic cherry pie (her dad’s favorite!), apple pie (Sarah’s favorite!), chocolate mousse (Mikey’s favorite!) and delicious peanut butter cookies. One great joy of her life, were her children, Sarah and Mikey.
Chrissy is survived by her son, Mikey; daughter, Sarah; parents, Michael and Adelle Thompson of Helena; sister and brother-in-law, Katy and John Laible; neice, Addy; and nephews, KJ and Quinn of Boise, Idaho. She is also survived by her grandparents, Eugene and Grace Thompson of Tucson, Arizona; Uncle Mark and Aunt Barbara of Eugene, OR; Uncle Jake and Aunt Patty Jacobs of Helena; Aunt Joyce and Uncle Garry Wegner of Condon, MT; Uncle Ernest and Aunt Polly Gomez of Silver City, NM, Uncle Don Guest of Missoula, Uncles Bob and Jim Guest and families; cousins, Blaise and Kyung Jette of Portland, OR; Lisa and Lance Leister of Eugene, OR, and Christopher Jette of Bozeman, MT.
She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Maxine Thompson and Margaret Ostergren; grandparents, Edward and Helen Rogers; and her Aunt, Bette Rogers.
The family will begin receiving friends at 2:15 p.m. Monday, November 28th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 North Montana Avenue with funeral services to be held at 3:00 p.m. A reception will follow in the social hall of the funeral home. Memorials in Christine’s name are suggested to a fund for Christine’s children, Mikey and Sarah Mad Plume C/O Valley Bank 3030 North Montana Avenue Helena, Montana 59601. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com
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Amy Kiffe says
May her beautiful spirit provide comfort to those who loved her and were loved by her. Rest in peace, Christine.
Barbara Clawson Nolan says
I am one of Chrissy’s sorority sisters from Alpha Omicron Pi-Beta Rho. I am still in shock I think, but I am so glad for Facebook as it has gotten many of us sisters back in touch after many years. My prayers to her family, especially her children, I could tell by her posts she loved you both soooo much and was very proud of you both. I am living in Bozeman now and am planning to come over for the service Monday. God’s love surround you.
Barb
Bob and JoAnn Longmire says
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
Charity Rowsey says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, the Fries girls, Charity, Heather, Heidi, & Amanda
Christina Kelly says
Even though it has been awhile since I have seen Christine and were only connected by Facebook as of late. I was so sad to hear of her passing. What a great person she was and difference she made for so many. My heart goes out to her family and children.
Cindy Brooks Melton says
I was so sorry to hear of Chrissy’s passing. We met during sorority rush at UM in 1985 and she is one of my all-time favorite people. I have some really terrific memories of our time together at UM. She will be missed. I will keep her family in my prayers.
Diana and Brian Zins says
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything we can do-food, room, help at all, please let us know. With our heartfelt sympathy, Diana and Brian
Empathy says
I am very sorry for your family’s loss. Christine sounds like a very special person. Please find comfort in the bible; Isaiah 25:8 says that God will “swallow up death forever” and “wipe the tears from all faces.”
George and Jackie Lloyd says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
George and Jackie
Yuma AZ
Janice Rumberger says
Mike and Adelle; So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. Please accept my sincere condolences at this difficult time. Janiceqa
John & Donna Cooknell says
We’re so sorry to hear about Chris’s passing. There are times when the right words just don’t exist. All I can say is now she’s beyond pain, and in a place of perfect peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Keith Farquhar says
Chris, may God keep you and shine upon you.
Kim Brown says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Chrissy was an amazing and lovely person.
Leona Zaharko says
I am so sorry for your great loss. Please call me if you ever just need to talk.
Lester Johnson, III says
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. She and I worked together at Johnson’s Cafe in St.Mary for what seems like many summers ago. I have the fondest memories of her as a waitress and fun person to pal around with. Memories of she and Tammy Albee, as well as Peggy and Wade Walla, are forever etched in my mind as some of the best times of my life. She was a witty person with a joy for laughter and a bit of sarcasm. I will forever recall Chris and a person that enjoyed a great joke and a smile. A very intelligent lady.
Linda McCarthy says
I have very fond memories of Chrissy from our days together at UM. She had the best sense of humor. So, so funny! We were able to reconnect recently through Facebook. She sent me a Birthday Wish just six days before she died. I wish I had known she was not feeling well. It’s really hard to lose someone you like, and by heart goes out to her children. May the doors of Heaven be wide open for this beautiful spirit!
Lisa and Matt Dorrington says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of your family during this time.
Loyd A. Rowe says
May God keep you in his loving arms and bring comfort, peace, and understanding to all those who loved and will miss you.
Mitchell Tolman says
We are very sorry for your loss. Sue and I send our sincere condolences, and wishes for your peace and comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mitch and Sue Tolman
Patricia Scott (Fries) says
Mike, Adelle, and Katy, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Crissy. I can’t imagine your pain. My prayers are with all of you. Our loving Father in Heaven is always with us during our darkest days. He will comfort all of you. I wish I lived closer so I could attend her service. Please know that I will be there in spirit praying. Again, my deepest sympathy. Love, Pat
phillard balsley says
mike and adelle. so so sorry to hear of your loss, if there is anything debb and i can do will you please call! you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Randy & Tracy Witter says
We are saddened by the loss of your daughter, sister, and mother. Our thoughts are with your family. We wish for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Rob Dickey says
Mike,Adelle Sarah, and Michael-
over the years I’ve gotten to know Christine and I can say she was my friend. He love for her family and he kindness to others was a virtue. I am sorry for your loss and you know I will be there for you. I regret that I won’t be able to make the service but please know I will be there in my heart.
Rob
Sandi (Sangray) Meyers says
Mike, Adelle and Katy,
I am so sorry that you have lost your beloved Chrissy!
Chrissy and my daughter Denise were close friends back in the Bryant School days. You were our close neighbors and Chrissy and Denise spent a bit of time together. She was always a very quiet, caring, polite, sweet smiling little girl and I am sure she grew up to be just as wonderful!
You will all be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through these difficult times! Just remember Chrissy is now a beautiful Angel looking down on all of you!
Tina Arvish-Wade says
My thoughts and prayers go out to Chris’ children and family. I lost my 3 year old niece to Meningitis and its cruel. My heart is with you all.
Tina Rosenthal says
I am still shocked and sad about Chrissy’s passing. My heart goes out to her family and children. I was lucky to know her from high school, and lucky again to work with her at the VA. She had the greatest smile, and she was so beautiful inside and out. I will miss her. Rest in Peace Chrissy, you have a beautiful soul.
Wade Walla says
I’m deeply moved to hear about Chrissy’s passing. She was a tremendous person to know and I’ll never forget her.
I met her in the freshman honors English class at UM. I remember striking up a conversation with her in the student cafeteria in order to impress my friend Mike (Chrissy was really pretty). We all ended up being close pals.
Her sly sense of humor was so much fun. She had the most incredible laugh. I just loved to make her smile.
Chrissy was an unbelievable combination of sass, self-deprecation, wit, intelligence, and beauty. Larry and Chrissy actually lived with me in Bozeman for a time.
I’ll truly miss her.