Christine (Litwinski) Garretson

Christine Garretson, a beacon of love and creativity, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on May 6, 1957, in New Brunswick and raised in South River, Christine's life was a tapestry of dedication to her family, a passion for crafting, and a legacy of kindness that touched all who knew her.

After marrying, Christine spent several years in Pennsylvania, where she embraced life's simple joys and the bonds of community. Eventually, she returned to her roots in New Jersey, making her home in Union Beach for the last two decades. It was here that Christine's warm spirit and gentle presence became a cornerstone of her neighborhood.

Christine's professional life was marked by her tenure at Target in Middletown, where she worked diligently on the floor, always with a smile for customers and colleagues alike. She retired following the onset of illness, but her influence and work ethic remained a lasting memory for those she worked with.

Above all, Christine's greatest pride and joy were her grandchildren; Carly, David, Tyler, Alexander, Zoey, and Helena. She cherished every moment spent with them, instilling love and creativity as their doting grandmother. Her daughters, Shannon Anthony and Monica Litwinski, were the lights of her life, and she guided them with the same loving kindness that she extended to all her family.

Christine was the beloved sister of Stephen Litwinski, who, along with her cherished grandchildren, will carry forward her legacy of love. She was predeceased by her brother Edward Litwinski and her parents, Edward and Helen Litwinski, who no doubt welcomed her with open arms.

Those who knew Christine will remember her as a simple and loving woman whose hands were rarely still. Her passion for crafting, particularly her plastic canvas designs, was more than a hobby—it was a way of sharing her heart with the world. Each stitch was a testament to her creativity and her desire to bring beauty into the lives of others.

Christine's kindness was her hallmark; she approached life with a gentle grace that made her a friend to many. Her creative spirit was not just in her crafts but in her ability to weave love into the fabric of her family's life. She was the embodiment of the word "loving," and her absence will be deeply felt by all who were fortunate enough to know her.

As we bid farewell to Christine Garretson, we celebrate a life lived with purpose and joy. Her memory will be cherished, her stories retold, and her love felt forevermore. Christine's journey on earth may have ended, but her spirit continues to inspire us to live with kindness, to create with passion, and to love without reservation. She was, and always will be, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend

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