Christine Elizabeth

Donofrio

It is with deep sorrow and love that I announce the tragic passing of my wife Chris. She did not suffer, and passed away peacefully on October 11, 2026 in the presence our daughter Katie, niece Trish and myself at Leesburg Hospital, FL.

Born on 8/17/1951 in Camden, NJ, Chris lived a life filled with dedication to helping and serving others. She spent her entire 40 year career in the medical profession as a Radiology and MRI technician. Chris comforted her patients with her gentleness during their times of distress and diligently performed her duties. During her career, she made seven lifelong friends. Chris treasured these beautiful relationships and maintained their deep bonds up until her passing.

Chris was known for her kindness, especially towards people who were most vulnerable. During her retirement in Florida, Chris volunteered at many different organizations that emphasized helping others who were struggling in their lives. This included many Special Olympic events, Cornerstone Hospice, and several Assisted Living and Memory Care facilities.

Chris’s already deep relationship with Jesus increased dramatically after our retirement to Florida. The “roots” of her faith continued to grow and deepen. The relationships and support she developed with other women of faith helped Chris’s faith to continue to grow. Her Emmaus sisters, her MOAMI sisters, her small Christian Community sisters, her Rosary ladies and her meetings with her Spiritual Director all helped to enrich her path.

Chris was so cognizant of doing the Lord's work that she not only volunteered as a Eucharistic Minister at church, but also brought the Eucharist to infirmed individuals at their homes and to The Villages Hospital. Additionally, she was an Usher, a Eucharistic Adorer, Food Pantry volunteer and dedicated her time to many other Church events.

Chris loved being a mom and grandmom. She and her daughter Katie made many happy memories together. Chris was blessed to have known her only granddaughter, Blake, for two years. Chris always cherished FaceTime calls with Katie and Blake. She loved watching Blake being a toddler.

Chris loved being outside and was very athletic throughout most of her life. She loved playing softball, volleyball, golf, and just taking long walks in God’s nature. She enjoyed cooking special meals for her family, but especially loved making desserts.

Chris was also very creative and loved decorating the house for different holidays. She loved to sew and watercolor. She especially loved making various crafts for others and giving them as gifts. Chris also was very talented musically and could play the clarinet. She loved participating in marching band in high school. Chris also had a beautiful singing voice and she enjoyed singing in several different choirs throughout her life.

Chris had found joy in life. Her generosity and charity touched countless lives. Whether through her work, volunteer efforts, or simple acts of kindness, she made the world a better place.

Chris is survived by her husband Vince, their daughter Katie, Katie’s husband Tom and their daughter Blake (granddaughter). She is also survived by her two brothers Lee and Tom Ellis and their wives Jeanne and Pat. She is also survived by her sister and brother in-law Pat and Tom Toy and her brother in-law Tom Donofrio; as well as many nieces and nephews. Chris was preceded in death by her sister Margie Davis, who she had a special bond with.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Wildwood, FL., where family and friends are invited to attend. A celebration of life luncheon will be held at the church’s Family Life Center immediately following Mass.

Her love will remain in our hearts forever, and her memory will continue to inspire us each day.

Arrangements entrusted with BALDWIN BROTHERS Funeral & Cremation Society-Spanish Springs, 352-430-1449. Sentiments are encouraged at www.baldwincremation.com.