Jean Ruth Christman, formerly of South Beach Gardens, FL, was born on November 2, 1936, in Midland, MI. She passed on to Glory on July 25, 2022, at Houston House Nursing Center, Houston, MO, following an extended illness.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Luella (Doxsie) Powell of Clearwater, FL; her husband, George Christman of Florissant, MO; and two brothers, Jesse and Joel Powell who lived in Michigan.
Jean is survived by her brother, James Powell and wife, Judith of Houston, MO; sister, Janet Powell of Silverdale, WA; and several nieces and nephews.
Jean grew up in Midland, Michigan. She was an accomplished musician, playing piano and viola. She participated in various orchestras and string quartets throughout her adult life.
For 35 years, Jean was a music teacher and guidance counselor in Seneca, Illinois. She was very intelligent and received her master’s degree from Columbia University in New York.
George Christman, Jean’s husband, left his business career to become a minister, pastoring in various cities in Illinois. Jean was a great asset, planning and participating in the church’s music program.
Following her husband’s death, Jean resided in Long Island, NY and Florida before moving Houston, MO. to be near her brother and extended family. She was greatly loved and honored wherever she lived.
