Chris S. Christo

A lifelong Jamestown resident, he was born April 25, 1923, a son of the late Sotir and Vasilo Jani Christo.

He attended Jamestown Public Schools and was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army serving from 1942-45 and achieving the rank of sergeant.

Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Watson Manufacturing as a cabinet maker and earlier had worked for Dahlstrom Manufacturing. Following retirement he drove for CARTS.

He was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in his early life and late became a communicant of Holy Apostles Parish Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

He enjoyed bowling and watching auto racing.

Surviving are two children: David Christo and Mary Beth (Thomas) Trusso II, both of Jamestown; four grandchildren: David (Leah) Trusso, Eric (Kristin) Trusso, Kimberly (Markus) Valentinetti and Rachel Trusso; six great- grandchildren: Trenton, Temperance, Lucas, Benjamin and Amelia Trusso and Mason Valentinetti; and a brother, James Christo of Nevada.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Billstone Christo, whom he married Nov. 19, 1949, and who died June 11, 2015; two brothers: Pete and Andrew Christo; and a sister, Olympia Eames.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Lind Funeral Home.

Friends will be received for one hour prior to the service Monday in the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to any organization to benefit military veterans.

You may leave words of condolence at www.lindfuneralhome.com.