Christine M. "Chris" West
August 27, 1953 — February 7, 2022
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Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Starts at 1:30 pm
Christine M. "Chris" West
Chris was born in North Adams on August 27, 1953, one of three children of the late Edward J. West and Dorothy E. (Moore) West. She was raised in Clarksburg, graduated from St. Joseph's High School in N. Adams, and from UMASS-Amherst. She received her J.D. from St. Louis University School of Law and worked in the legal department for Kemper Insurance Co., specializing in workers compensation litigation for over 20 years.
Chris was a woman with a huge heart. In her own way, she did her best to be present for others and open her home to those in need. She provided loving and tender care for her family, friends, and the many rescue animals that she adopted over the years. With a passion for animals, she cared deeply for animal welfare and adopted numerous cats and dogs from local shelters. Most recently, her dear Schnauzers, Emma and Bobby and her cat, Papa held a special place in her heart.
Chris attended the Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church where she was married. In her free time, she enjoyed attending books clubs, swimming, and loved music and singing. Chris will be missed, but will be remembered for her caring nature, and willingness to help.
Chris married her best friend, the late Thomas Jackson "Jack" Potts III on October 8, 1988.They shared many happy and adventurous years together. Jack passed away in 2012.
Chris leaves behind two brothers, Robert West and his wife Ann of Stamford, VT and Edward "Joe" West and his companion Denise McConnell of Florida.She also leaves her foster child, Shayna Perechodiuk of Lynn, MA and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to gather for visiting hours at the Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church, 273 Vernon St., Wakefield on Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 12:30-1:30pm, followed by her Funeral Service at 1:30pm. In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of Chris may be made to PAWS Wakefield, 411 Lowell St., Wakefield MA 01880, or to Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave., Salem MA 01970.
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Past Services
Visitation
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
12:30 - 1:30 pm
Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church
Funeral Service
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Starts at 1:30 pm
Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church
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