Shirley Christian Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Shirley Christian (Orwell, Vermont), born in Hancock, Vermont, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Shirley left this world on May 5, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Christian to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Austin Johnson and Katherine Johnson (Fielding); her husband Bill Christian; her son Rick Christian; her siblings, Betha Dewire and Edward Johnson; and her grandson William Christian III.
She is survived by: her children, Michele Derouchie (Charles), Roxann Blackmer (Wayne) and Dwayne Christian (Jane); and her siblings, Austin Johnson, Sr. (Sherry), Mary Orvis, Barbara Brown and Joyce Willard. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren 18 Great Grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made, in her memory to; Project Independence, P.O. Box 581, Middlebury, VT 05753.
