Christel R. Bastien Obituary
In loving memory of Christel R. Bastien of Palos Heights, Illinois, who departed this world on August 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Christel leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her daughters, Daniela McClellan (Mark) and Nicole Bastien; and her parents, Frieda Szeklinski and Kurt Szeklinski. She is survived by: her husband Wayne P. Bastien; her grandchildren, Jackie Groberski (Eddie), Eric McClellan and Greg McClellan; her great grandchild Evelyn; and her siblings, Uwe Szeklinski and Detlef Szeklinski.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to SAYv Animal Organization, a small volunteer-run animal rescue organization created by her granddaughter, would be greatly appreciated. To donate online, please visit sayvanimals.org/donate (http://sayvanimals.org).
