Christena M. Snapp's Obituary
Christena Margaret Snapp, age 65, of Milton, Delaware passed away on December 17th after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Kings Park, New York, the daughter of Chrissy and Thomas Allen, who were both immigrants from Ireland.
Chris found her voice and her soulmate at King's Park High School. There she met Warren Snapp as a freshman and they were inseparable from then on. Chris and Warren were voted Romeo & Juliet of their graduating class of 1959. True devotion between Chris and Warren has been shown throughout their 46 years of marriage.
Chris had boundless energy and an incredible zest for life. She never sat still for long. Chris sang in numerous stage events throughout high school and continued to sing throughout her life. One of her highlights was singing at Carnegie Hall. Among her favorite hobbies were singing, gardening and especially art. She most enjoyed spending time with her husband, family and friends. In addition to being a loving mother and wife, she also had a career as a secretary and business owner.
Chris saw the good in everyone, was nurturing and caring, and always had a genuine concern for others. She enjoyed giving her grandchildren the gifts of time, joy, affection, guidance, support and toys. She encouraged everyone to pursue their own personal interests, hopes, and dreams. Even during her battle with cancer, she inspired everyone around her with a positive attitude and outlook.
The family will enjoy many happy memories of their homes, lives, and adventures in Kings Park, Long Island; Andover, Massachusetts; Denville and Montville, New Jersey; Weybridge, England and Southport, North Carolina before finally settling in Milton, Delaware. As the first resident of Paynter's Mill, she enthusiastically welcomed new residents and enjoyed many special bonds with new neighbors and friends.
Chris will be sadly missed by her husband Warren; her children Brian and his wife Donna, Ken and his wife Sara and Christine Bakos and her husband Tom; sisters Maureen Allen and Eileen Bruso; beloved grandchildren Anthony, Michelle, Henry, Justin, Jacob, Thomas, and Andrew; and numerous friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, December 21, 2007, 10 AM at St. Ann's Catholic Church, 691 Garfiield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE. Interment will follow the Mass at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Dagsboro, DE. Friends may call on Thursday, December 20, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Rts. 26 & 17, Clarksville, DE, from 2-4 PM and from 6-8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Tunnell Cancer Center, 424 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE 19958.
Send online condolences to: [email protected]
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