Passed away on April 17, 2017 at the Brantford General Hospital, in her 86th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Alberto Marian. She is survived by her niece Gudrun Tragmann and her son David, best friend Inga Schweikart, brother Wilhelm and many nieces and nephews in Germany. Visitation will take place at the “THORPE BROTHERS’ FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL”, on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 from 11am-12pm with a Funeral Service being held in the chapel at 12pm. As per Christa’s wishes cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Alzheimer’s Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.thorpebrothersfh.com.