Christine Shier

Christine Shier, 91, of Rockford, IL passed away at 10:18 pm Friday February 12, 2010 in St Annes.  She was born December 27, 1918 in Indiana, PA, the daughter of Matthew and Elizabeth Kerr. She married Robert F. Shier in Detroit and they were married for 45 years. They moved to Rockford in 1970.  He predeceased her in 1998. Chris was a member of Rockford Newcomers, Rockford Hospital Auxiliary, and the Ledges Womens Golf League.  She was also a member of Hope Reformed Church and currentlya member of Westminster Presbyterian Church.  Survivors include her daughter Reverend Lorie (Celia Meerman)Shier of Spring Lake, MI.  Granddaughter McKenna Shier of Spring Lake, MI.  Grandson Jon (Nicole) Vandermeulen of Seattle, WA.  Two Sisters-in-law Carol Arbour of Westland, MI and Louise Shier of Port Huron, MI.  Several nieces and nephews and long time familyfriends and devoted caregivers Tom and Marion Gentry.  She was predeceased bynine brothers and sisters.Memorial service at 1pm Saturday February 20, 2010 in Westminster PresbyterianChurch with Pastor David Smazik officiating and reception following.  Private family burial.  Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory 1860 S. Mulford Rd. Memorial contributions to Westminster Presbyterian Church or Northern IllinoisHospice. Send online condolences to: www.fitzgeraldfuneralhome.com