Hilda E. Christian (March 1 1935 - February 12 2024)
Hilda E. Christian, 88, passed away peacefully at her home in New Berlin surrounded by her family.
She was born March 1, 1935, in Middlefield, N.Y. to Louis M. Backus Sr and Fairy B. (Brownell) Backus. She was predeceased by her brothers Louis Backus Jr., Howard Backus and her sisters Bertha Wagner and Bernice Salisbury. She graduated from New Berlin Central School enjoying many class reunions.
Hilda married Robert R. Christian at St. Malachy’s church in Sherburne N.Y. in 1957. Their union was blessed with five children, Kim Jordan, Steve Christian. Jeff Christian. Kathy Smith, and Joe Christian, and blessed again with 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren (14th on the way). She felt very grateful to have spent many happy memories with her grand and great grandchildren.
For many joyous years, she cherished bringing up her children spending time in their various extracurricular activities and family vacations. She enjoyed decorating her home, she was the best wallpaper decorator ever! She was involved in community activities such as the American Legion Auxiliary, a member since 1970 and serving as President for 12 years. She loved country line dancing, crocheting, and visiting family and friends. She also enjoyed her work at I.L. Richer Co., Agway, Mirabito, and finished her working career at Chase Memorial Nursing.
In faith, she read daily affirmations of prayer. The prayer read on February 12th: Father, this day I offer my family anew to you in prayer. Guide each of them in paths that lead to salvation, peace, and Christian service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice at www.hospicechenango.org.
Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 PM Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Dakin Funeral Home LP, 17 N. Main Street New Berlin NY with services immediately following. A celebration following the funeral service will be held at The Pittsfield firehouse. |
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Karen Wellner
Tempe, Arizona
Cushman Street has lost one of its fine matriarchs. Between the Parry's boys, the Sutton's boys, and Hilda's boys, there was always a lot of action on the street and Hilda was always someone who helped oversee all of that action. I will miss seeing and chatting with her when I visit. My condolences to everyone in her family.
Rita &Rick Cornell
New Berlin, NY
Sincere condolences. She was a very sweet lady, always a pleasure waiting on her at Hoyt's Hardware. Later years she helped me get my mom set up at Chase Apartments. Hold close all your wonderful memories.
Renee and Bill Flynn
East Dublin, GA
So sorry for your loss.
Love,
Bill and Renee
Doreen McIntyre
Sheridan
Vernon Center NY
Sending my prayers and condolences to your family at this time. May you rest in peace with our lord and savior
Deb Thomsen
Seneca
So very sorry for your loss. Your Mom and my Mom were classmates at NBCS and then so were we in years to come. I will keep you in my prayers, rejoice in her memories. God Bless!
Carol Morey
Norwich
So sorry for your loss. Hilda was a great lady
Robert Smith
Norwich, NY
Good day, my name is Bob Smith, I was manager of Victory Markets in New Berlin. I remember Hilda Christian as a customer at the store. What a beautiful lady, I recall her being a very pleasant person to deal with any time we met during her grocery shopping experience while purchasing for her family. It saddens me to hear of her passing.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Jayne Baker
New Berlin NY
So very Sorry to hear of Hildas passing. My heart felt condolences to all the family. RIP now Hilda you were an amazing lady.
Robbie stensland
Chesterfield Virginia
Many condolences to your family. I miss our early mornings stops at your home before work with Kathy. God bless.
Sue Wikening
Mukwonago
My condolences go out to the Christian family.
Hilda was a sweet soul throughout. I’ll never forget her wonderful cinnamon rolls she made every time I visited her. Rest in peace.
Keith Wilcox
new berlin
so sorry for your loss
Tom Christian
Port Richey, Fl
Alot of fond memories. Will always remember her smile and humor. My thoughts are with you all.
Connie Ryan
Greene , NY
My deepest sympathy goes out to this lovely, strong, sweet ladies family. Hilda, you will certainly be missed. I have so enjoyed making family memories with you and will cherish them for years to come. May you rest in peace sweet Hilda and may our good Lord help guide your family in finding comfort and peace through the difficult days ahead.
Don and Heather Anderson
Sherburne
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We both have many, many memories Thank you for sharing her with all of us. Many prayers. Thinking of you
Martin Burke
Dade City
Sorry of the passing of your mother and grandmother my prayers and thoughts to you all. May Godbless.
Gina Perry
Guilderland NY
I have such fond memories of Hilda. Throughout my childhood I spent many days playing with her children. Kim, Steve, Jeff, Kathy, and Joe my deepest sympathy to you all on your loss.
Lynne Walton
New Berlin, NY
Hilda was a dear, sweet, loving woman in all she did. She was a dear friend, a great cook, and a devoted Auxiliary member. Her spirit lives on. Deepest sympathy to all of her family.
Pamela Brill Hood
Malvern ar
My condolences to the family. She was a very blessed woman.
Stephen Brown
New Berlin NY
My deepest condolences. Hilda always seemed to have a smile. Such a kind person.
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