Grace is predeceased by her husband, Philip Christopher, Sr. She is survived by her children, Andrea (Don) Reitano, Philip, Jr. (Joyce) Christopher, Denise (Bob) Malara, Paul (RosaAnn) Christopher, & Patrick (Julie) Christopher; grandchildren, Jason (Jennifer) Reitano, Lyndsay (Jeff) Chapin, Josh (Peggy) Reitano, Jenna (Patrick) Donovan, Ashlee (Brian) Cecere, Philip, III (Ciara) Christopher, Nicholas (Kelly) Malara, Rachelle (Anthony) Colosimo, Dominique (Tyler) Scaccia, Nicolette (Dr. John) Mariano, Paulie Christopher, Maresa Christopher, Gabrianna Christopher, Sophia Christopher; 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Burgo; several nieces, nephews, cousins & dear friends.

Grace’s life story will be shared during her visitation at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane, (between 390 & Long Pond Rd.) Friday, Dec., 20th, 3-7 PM. Her funeral mass will be celebrated, Saturday, Dec., 21st, 10 AM at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 N. Greece Rd. Immediately following Grace will be laid to rest in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in Grace’s memory.