Christina Marie Billiot

February 24, 1976 – February 21, 2017

A native of Chalmette, LA and resident of Houston, TX Christina Marie Billiot passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2017 at the age of 40. Bright and ambitious from the start, she landed her first job at 15, and was consistently promoted in every position she held. Ultimately, she managed the workforce of Fortune 500 companies in both New Orleans and Houston. She won the respect and praises of hundreds of corporate peers throughout her career in staffing and labor management. Through her professional and her personal life, Christina made friends wherever she went. She lived life to the fullest and inspired others to do the same. She loved the outdoors, fitness, and beach vacations. Hosting countless dinners and gatherings so family and friends could get together to share in laughter, she was fun and full of zest for life. With a caring heart and beautiful smile, she was truly a remarkable woman who brought joy to all with her humor and wit. Christina adored her children and spent time with her family and friends, as often as possible.

Christina was preceded in death by her grandfather Stanley Billiot Sr., and her grandmother, Lorraine Mackles Wuertz whom she dearly loved.

She is survived by her mother Yvonne "Sue" Marie Updegraff, father Stanley Billiot, Jr. and stepfather Carlos "Papa" Lind, Jr; grandparents Carlos Sr and Donna Lind; grandmother Pauline Billiot; sister Becky Billiot; daughters, Paris Dominque Bordelon and Mila Grace Pena; grandchildren Mileena and Michael Abracca; godchildren Brooklyn Eagan and Victoria Wilson as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

In Houston, family and friends are invited to attend an early service on Saturday, March 11th at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel at Brookside Funeral Home-Cypress Creek, 9149 Highway 6 North, Houston, TX 77095.You are encouraged to share your fondest memories and thoughts of Christina on the online guestbook at http://www.dignitymemorial.com/brookside-funeral-home-cypress-creek/en-us/index.page. These remembrances will be captured for her family to treasure for years to come.

A separate memorial service will be held in her hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana. Additional information for this service will be provided very soon.