Corrine Mae Christie, age 65, of Arlington, Washington, passed away peacefully at home September 21, 2024. She was born December 16, 1958, to Amy and Neil Higbee in Bellingham, WA.
Her family lived in Everson and later moved to a farm about six miles east of there. It was within her family that she learned her love of singing and music, her obsession for gardening and landscaping, and a deep and abiding faith in Jesus.
She graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1977 and went on to marry Tom Williams. After they parted, she married Ken Roos. They had two daughters, Katherine and Aubrietta, and adopted Luke and Melissa.
Corrine became a successful Pampered Chef consultant. Later, her passion for singing led her to join several local groups. She was never more alive than when she had a microphone in her hand.
She and Ken parted, and Corrine was single again. 2012 brought her to the Deming Log Show—and a surprise reunion with her childhood sweetheart, Matt Christie. They married in July, 2016. Less than a year later, she was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Matt was by her side through everything.
Corrine’s faith steered her through all the hard times and sickness; she was a constant inspiration to others with her perseverance and determination to always look on the bright side. She brought light to so many lives and had friends wherever she went.
Corrine is survived by her husband, Matt; children, Katherine, Aubrietta, Luke and Melissa; stepchildren, Matt Christie and Mindy (Woody) Dixon; brother, Bob (Colleen) Higbee; sisters, Miriam (Don) Ambrose, Naomi (Rick) Rumpff, Bonnie (Maynard) Oliver; other relatives, and her special friend, Kathleen.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Neil and Amy Higbee.
Her memorial service will be held at 1:00 Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church, 1511 East Broadway, Mount Vernon, WA. Please share your memories of Corrine and sign the online guest register.
Corrine was one of those special people who, it seemed, came fully formed. I had the fortune of knowing her in high school where she radiated a natural confidence and authenticity, always kind and cool and humble. I’m not surprised to hear she was involved in the Chryslers, I’m sure she made many people happy. To her family and friends, I know the loss is great, thoughts and prayers to you.
Kelly O’Neill
In the early 1970’s, I met Corrine and her family. Neil and Amy Higbee reached out and helped me with my son, Russel Jerry (who passed away last year). He was about 8 or 9 years old then. Corrine and my son were like brother and sister. I know, if my son was still alive today, he would be writing this. The Higbee family were so wonderful. I will always be grateful for their love and support to me during those years. My son and I attended Amy Higbee’s memorial service and were able to visit with Corrine and her family. I was blessed to hear the girls sing together. I am so sorry for your great loss. The last time I spoke to Corrine was in September, 2023, after my son passed away. We spoke about the Lord together. I know she is with the Lover of her soul and the Keeper of her heart, Jesus, right now, singing His glorious praises. Love and prayers go out to all of Corrine’s family and loved ones. Love, Vicki, Pearl and Patty (Jerry’s mom & sisters.)
beautiful, intelligent bright spirit, making hearts flutter with joy when entering the room.
even though taking a piece, will always be in our hearts, tales told of the young lady who was taken to soon.