Christine C Chiginsky

Christine C. Chiginsky, 75, of Northborough, formerly of Phoenix AZ, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 3, 2015, with the music of one of her favorite performers Neil Diamond playing. Her devoted sister Irene, her son Thomas and her daughter in law Kimberly were by her side. Christine was born in Worcester, one of six children of Joseph and Mary (Naudzius) Chiginsky. She graduated from St Stephen's High School and the Saltus School. Christine then accepted a position with the FEDEX Corporation and worked many years in several locations including Worcester and Phoenix before retiring and returning to Northborough where she lived with her sister and caregiver. Christine is survived by a son, Thomas G. Chiginsky and his wife Kimberly Holcombe of Jamestown, RI and her sister, Irene G. Sokolowski with whom she lived; several nieces, nephews and extended family members. Christine, a strong willed individual lived the simple life; family, friends, crafts and the New England sports teams were her passions. She loved to knit, crochet, paint and read. She was a lifelong Patriots and Red Sox fan, and was not afraid to express her passionate opinions on their performance. Funeral services and burial will be private. Donations in her name can be made to the MSPCA- Angell West, 293 2nd Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.