Christine Kardasz, a Wrexham AFC fan for over 60 years, passed away. Tributes honored her devotion to the club and community impact.
Christine loved her local football club, having been a fan for over sixty years. She was born in Wrexham, Queens Park in 1952. Her family and friends surrounded her. Her father, Patrick, was very important to her.
Christine had season tickets for forty years. Her children, Katy and Adam Kardasz, said she never missed a game. Christine pushed boundaries in the late 1960s, becoming the first from Spring Lodge to attend university.
She lived away from home and traveled the world. Throughout her life, she trained local chefs and lectured in catering at Wrexham Polytechnic for over twenty-two years. She graduated from Garnett College in London.
Adam said his mother loved cookery a lot and wanted to be great at it. He thought his mother was extraordinary. She protected and supported him, loving him unconditionally.
She watched their sports in all kinds of weather, always cheering and supporting them. Christine loved Wrexham AFC and went to almost every game with Geoff. She celebrated their promotions at the Racecourse.
She enjoyed the wins after years of support. Adam said she touched everyone’s lives, keeping her friendships for a lifetime. Her kindness left a lasting impact, giving love and support to many. She will be missed very much.
Her daughter, Katy, said Christine was remarkable. She went to games even when sick and enjoyed away games on the bus. Katy stated caring for her was the greatest honor.
The hearse passed Stok Cae Ras on February 11 before a match. Fans called for applause during the 60th minute. A funeral mass occurred on February 12 in Wrexham at St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral.
After that, they went to Pentrebychan Crematorium. People wore Wrexham scarves or red and white. The family asked for donations to Macmillan Nurses to honor Christine’s memory.