Christine M. Firlein
December 16, 1956 - October 21, 2025
Christine M. Firlein, age 68, of Townsend, DE, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, on December 16, 1956, she was a daughter of the late Charles J. and F. Jane (Hood) Evans. Christine loved every moment of her well-earned retirement from Delaware Pediatrics, fillings her days with her family, her friends, and a good happy hour with her husband Brian.
Christine loved visiting the Odessa National neighborhood’s Legacy Clubhouse for their activities. Some of her favorites were card making, playing Mexican Train Dominoes, swimming and Zumba. Christine always looked forward to visiting the Delaware and Florida beaches. She also enjoyed cheering on all the Philadelphia sports teams. Christine’s most cherished memories were made on Firlein Family Fun Day.
In addition to her parents, Christine was preceded in death by her son, Michael Patrick Dougherty. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Brian K. Firlein; children, Christie Watlington (Dave), Kimberly Reagan (Joe), Kelsey Huegel (Dave), and Brittany Shepheard (Randy); siblings, Sam Evans, Ginny Evans, and Bette Ebel; and grandchildren, Madison, Hailey, Luke, Hayden, Wes, Carter, Kenzie, Brady, and Callan.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 pm until 8 pm on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE. A second visitation will be held from 9:30 am until 10:30 am on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the funeral home, where a funeral service will begin at 10:30 am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Christine’s memory to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), c/o Development, 511 East John Carpenter Freeway, Suite 200, Irving, TX 75062or online by clicking here.
alice mitchell
Chris and her girls were the first people we met, when we moved to Delaware 30 years ago. So many happy times and memories made with family get together and parties hosted by Chris and Brian.
Chris was a special friend, we shared grief and love…and many happy times together
Chris was devoted to her family and loved unconditionally. Always a good story to tell about what the kids were doing.
I will miss her very much!
Ollie
Kathy Potts
My heart is very heavy. Chris was an outstanding and loving friend. Our time together was always fun. She will be terribly missed. My heart goes out to Brian, the girls and the grands. She love all of you so much.
Rest in peace dear friend
Love
Kathy
Pat Bromm
Such a kind, beautiful, fun loving gal. She Will be missed. Condolences to Brian and your wonderful family
Maureen Kebea
With deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow, I extend my most profound condolences to Christine’s family during this difficult time of loss.
Victoria Loesch
I am sorry for your loss. Always think of the happy times, be strong.
Jane Carlson
So sorry for your loss. Chis worked for us for several years and was always a very special lady! She will be missed.
Jane & John Carlson
Connie White
So sorry to hear about Chris. I lived on Sarah Court in Jamestowne. Prayers for Brian and the family. Remember all the happy times. Connie White
Rich Quickle
Condolences for the entire family from our family. Chris was so wonderful and we love the entire family she and Brian cultivated. Prayers for everyone, and keep her memory close in your hearts and heads, they won’t ever go away.
Patty Jones
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Christine! What a wonderful woman. I worked with her at Delaware Pediatrics, a joy to work with! Deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Tricia Scheers
Chris was a kind, warm and friendly person who loved her family. She also loved going to the clubhouse regardless of what was happening. She will be dearly missed by all!!
Steve Klein
Love never dies. Chris’ spirit will forever be a part of you. Cherish the wonderful memories you made together.
Kathy McNally
To the Firlein Family, I am so sad to hear of the passing of Chris. I remember her fondly from Jamestowne. Sending prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Penny Lewis
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Kathleen kelleher
Christine was one very special lady. She will be missed by so many of us!
May she rest in peace. God Bless her soul.
Sharon Rago
Our deepest condolences 💔
Prayers and love being sent 🙏
Tessa Bosch
Christie and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was so sad to see this, but happy that your Mom is back with your brother, of which I am sure she longed to be. Your Mom was a perfect combination of “Cool Mom” and don’t mess with “Chris” Mom. I always had so many memories of just sitting and chatting with her because she was so funny and a friend when you needed her to be. She was a tough cookie in this life, someone that I admired when I was going through my own tragedy. Something bad happens, you still need to drive on. I am sure she instilled that in all of her girls. Hang in there! Praying that you will feel peace in the fact of knowing, she is back with Michael.