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Christine Ann Joseph
Christine Ann (Beal) Joseph, age 64, passed away Wednesday January 7, 2026, following a brief illness. Born March 1, 1961, in Massillon, she was the daughter of the late John & Maryann (Maylor) Beal, attended Massillon High School and retired from Blair’s Cleaners. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Louisville Eagles Aire 2374. She was a die-hard Massillon Tiger fan, enjoyed watching her grandchildren’s sporting events, traveling on vacation and had a love for animals. Christine is survived by her husband of 16 years, Thomas Joseph of the home; son, Lance (Megan) Navarra of Columbian Station; daughter, Kendra (Donald) Irwin of Malvern; brothers: Eric Beal, Mike (Jody) Beal, sisters: Jackie Garner, Janis Renae Beal; grandchildren: Elijah, Landyn, Jadyn, Connor, Finnleigh, Elliott, Remington and special nephew, Todd Beal. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her long-time best friend, Janice McNutt and the dog her and Tom raised together, Snickers. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11:00 am in the Wackerly Funeral Home with the Very Reverend Dr. David M. Misbrener, D.Min officiating. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 am in the funeral home.
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