It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christina Engel Gallagher (Chris), 71, on November 23, 2023. Chris left this world in comfort and peace with the love of her life, Kevin, by her side.
With a kind heart and gentle nature, Chris led a life of love, devotion to her family, and service to others. A beloved wife, mom, and Gramma/Gaga, she was happiest when surrounded by her family and friends. Nothing brought her more joy than being with (or talking about) her grandchildren. An animal lover, Chris gave many pets a warm, loving place to call home throughout her lifetime by compassionately adopting animals from multiple rescue organizations. She worked for the Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue for over 25 years, a career she loved and was most proud of, retiring in 2019. She was a bright light in this world, and we encourage everyone to carry her light in their hearts throughout their lives, as we promise to do.
Chris is survived by her husband of almost 50 years, Kevin; her eldest daughter, Jen, and her husband, Bryan; her youngest daughter, Manda, and her husband, Zack; her two beloved grandchildren, Carter and Arya; her sister, Luann; her nieces, Jill, Louise, and Fran; and her nephews, Jay, Rob, and James. She joins her mother, Gene, and her father, Norm, in Heaven. Her family will receive friends and loved ones to celebrate her life on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 5-7 pm at the Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue Training Center at 1300 Thomas Street, #201, Hampton, VA.
In lieu of flowers, her family lovingly requests a donation in Chris’s honor be considered to either the Animal Aid Society at https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/in-loving-memory-of-christina-engel-gallagher/8880/
or the Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond at https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/in-loving-memory-of-christina-engel-gallagher/8881/