Christine Carol Kohart Michael passed peacefully Saturday, July 1, 2023, with her daughter Tami and her son Brad by her side. She lived a long, full life of caring, nurturing and loving the people around her with her vibrant energy.
She was born May 14, 1936, in Penokee, to Everett and Nellie Kohart. She married William Douglas Michael on Aug. 3, 1958, and they were married almost 40 years at the time of his passing in 1997. Together they lived in several states, including Kansas, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Ohio, and in 1982 they settled in Edmond, Okla.
Chris never knew a stranger and befriended everyone she met. She was an amazing caregiver to her children, grandchildren, and many, many others – being the mom or grandma to anyone who needed extra love. She made her house a warm, loving home where everyone felt welcome and cared for. She made holidays so special that no detail was missed, and created unique and special memories for everyone who entered her life and became “family.”
She was also adventurous – always happy to try new things, whether it be recipes, home décor, clubs, or travel excursions. She was kind, giving, and generous to everyone and with life in general, always making each day special in some way.
Chris is survived by her two children, Tami Steinberger of Cleveland, Ohio, and Brad Michael and wife Vilona of Oklahoma City; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and a brother, Kenny Kohart of Carson City, Nev.
Preceding her in death are her husband, Bill; her son Gary Michael (Paula); four brothers and one sister.
The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 8, at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642.
Her final resting place will be at Hill City Cemetery, 2801 N. Hwy. 283,
Hill City, KS 67642.