Grace Margaret Kristich

Grace Kristich, 54, of Harbour Heights went home to be with the Lord on October 29, 2008 at Moffit Cancer Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 7, 1954 in Columbus, OH. Grace was an inspiration to her family and friends. She courageously battled cancer for 8 years and approached every new health challenge with determination and a positive attitude. Grace was an amazing woman, and will be greatly missed by her husband of 27 years, Mike Kristich; mother, Rena Terrell of Port Charlotte; son, Ben (Lisa) Chapin of Port Charlotte; step-son, Kraig (Sabrina) Kristich of Winter Park, FL; brother, Greg (Brenda) Terrell of Port Charlotte; sister, Elaine (Tom) Lillig of Broken Arrow, OK; grandchildren, Olivia and Tyler Chapin; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, William Terrell and nephew, Wayne Martin. A celebration of Grace's life will be held on her birthday, March 7, 2009. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help offset medical expenses. To express condolences to the family, please sign the online guest book.