Christine Beth (McKennon) Gresh, 62, resident of Upper Pottsgrove, wife of Randy L. Gresh, passed away Wednesday February 7, 2024 at the Pottstown Hospital.
Christine was born September 5, 1961 in Riverhead, New York. She graduated from Warwick High School and achieved a bachelor’s degree in history from Ursinus College. Living in the Boyertown Area, Christine dedicated over 15 years of her life to the Boyertown School District, where she served in various roles including Life skills instructor, one-to-one support, and testing administrator. She was deeply committed to the well-being and education of her students, leaving a lasting impact on the lives she touched.
Christine was known for her compassionate heart, fierce loyalty, and unwavering faith. She touched the lives of countless students, colleagues, and friends with her kindness and gentle spirit. She had a passion for history and genealogy. She was always happiest surrounded by her family. Christine was a faithful member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Bechtelsville, PA, and was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Christine is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Randy; her children, Nicholas Alexander Gresh husband of Felicia, and Emma Christine Gresh; her grandchildren Allison Rose, Harper Nicole and Liam Alexander Gresh; her brother Millard Mason McKennon III; and her two nieces Keary Elizabeth and Hannah Grace McKennon.
She was preceded in death by her parents Millard Mason and Ruth (Fry) McKennon Jr.
A graveside service will be held Friday February 16, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.
In place of flowers, Christine asks that donations be made to Valley Forge Baptist Academy’s Building Fund. Please put Christine’s name in the memo. The address is 616 S. Trappe Rd., Collegeville, PA 19426.