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Funeral: 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 4 until 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening, November 5, 2024, at the funeral home
Burial: Elmwood Cemetery
Christina Diane Cook, age 63, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024, at her home.
Chris was born on September 5, 1961, in Flora, to Charles Everett and Sue (Mattox) Spitzner. On New Year’s Day, January 1, 1998, she married her soulmate, Roy Alan Cook, in Xenia. Together, they shared 26 cherished years as each other’s best friend and the love of each other’s life.
Chris’s kindness is something everyone who knew her will remember. She had a rare gift for listening and often provided a comforting presence to anyone who needed to talk. Her caring heart embraced her friends and also her beloved “fur babies,” the cats and dogs she adored, each one dear to her heart.
One of her passions was helping to organize the All ’70s Flora High School Reunion, where she enjoyed seeing classmates come together year after year. She loved flowers and brightening people’s days, finding joy in her past work at Angela’s Village Florist. Chris treasured peaceful moments, especially sitting on her front porch listening to the gentle chime of wind bells, but also getting out in the open and sharing spirited side-by-side rides with friends.
She is survived by her husband: Roy Cook of Xenia; her stepson: David Cook and wife Samantha of Kansas; her brother: Charles “Chuck” Everett Spitzner and wife Linda of Rinard; as well as Spitzner family nieces and a nephew including: Shannon Fehrenbacher and husband Bryce, Nick Spitzner and wife Bethanny, and Danielle King and husband Vince; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in passing by her parents; and grandparents: Clarence and Mary Spitzner, and Lucille Colclasure.
A funeral ceremony for Chris will begin at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. A visitation will take place from 4 until 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to a love fund to help with expenses for Chris, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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We lost one of the best friends anybody could have. She will be missed by many
Roy n family, my heart breaks for you. Chris had a beautiful soul and a heart of gold. My deepest sympathy"s go out to u all.
I'm so sorry for the loss of my dear wonderful friend. She was one of a kind. Prayers for her family!
I met Chris many years ago when she began representing her class at the Memorial Ceremony for the annual All 70's Reunion. Over the years, she became an integral part of assisting with the planning, organization, and implementation of the reunion. All the years I have known her, she always had a smile and was happy and upbeat. My deepest sympathy to her loved ones. She will be missed. Godspeed on your journey sweet Chris.
Fly high Bestie, I miss you! I love you, See ya! Prayers for Roy, David, and family and friends.
So sorry to hear this! Prayers for her family!
This is still so hard to understand. She will be missed by so many. Rest in peace my friend! Until we meet again.....
We have many many many cherished memories with Chris and her family. She was a true friend and will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to Roy, David and the rest of her family.
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Chris was always so sweet and kind. This world is definitely a better place having Chris walking the lands. Prayers for the family.
Condolences to all of the family on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for God's comfort and peace.
Praying for you Roy Chris was an amazing woman that I loves working with she will be very missed
I am just in shock to hear this! Just goes to show you never know when your day comes, so every moment should be shared as if it were your last. You will be missed. You will continue to be loved.
Chris you will be missed by so many. Bonfires and side by side rides with friends. When the weather is warm and a gentle rain you will be there. Roy, Chuck and Linda, David and Samantha, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gone to soon...love you always and forever until I see you again Love you Chrissy ♥️
Rest in Peace my sweet, loving cousin 💔 Roy and all the family , I'm so so sorry. Prayers for comfort during such a difficult time. Love you all
Roy and family you are all in our prayers and thoughts at this hard time. Chris will be missed. We had great times with her on the side by side rides and the bonfires when we were at the camper.
Rest in Peace, my friend! I will always remember our great chats and cooking for the guys during shotgun season! You made the best taco soup and bologna salad! You will be so missed! Prayers for all that loves her…
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. She was a beautiful soul and touched the loves of so many. May your family find peace.
Rest In Peace sweet lady. My condolences to the family 🙏
My sincere sympathy goes to Chris whole family and friends of which she had many. She loved each and everyone of you. RIP Chris
Love, hugs, thoughts and prayers for you all.
Prayers to Roy, David and all family and friends. The world is now a little dimmer without Chris here with us. She was truly loved by all. She knew how to make everyone smile no matter what. Miss and love you Chris
Our condolences and prayers to family and friends. This is hard for all I'm sure. So sudden. Memories in all of your hearts and mind forever.. ♥️
Chris was a wonderful person and a valuable employee at Creative Gifts and Flowers. She will be greatly missed by anyone who had the privilege of knowing her. The Childers and Dehart Families.
Chris was a special person. She was a kind caring person and will be missed by many.
So sorry to hear this. Chris was a good friend & was always just a phone call away. I will cherish all the memories from sitting around the bonfire to taking off on the 4-wheelers. She had a special laugh that would warm your heart. Fly High my friend!! Until we meet again....HUGS!! Ps. Give Em a big hug from us!
Roy, we are so sorry to hear of Chris passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
My deepest condolences. Roy, you and your family are in our thoughts!
RIP dear cousin Chris. My deepest condolences go out To Roy, David, Samantha, Chuck and Linda and family. So many memories come flooding to my mind. She was one of a kind. I can only imagine the celebration in heaven when she was reunited with Uncle Charlie and Aunt Sue and the rest of the family who have all gone before. Much Love and Hugs to you all. Until we meet again dear cuz. Love you.
To family and friends, so sorry for your loss, known family my lifetime Chris was a loving, caring girl, hadn't seen her for years, again so Sorry for Your Loss
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