Shirley M. Champlin-Christy

Shirley M. Champlin-Christy, 78, of Wakefield, died Tuesday, November 4th, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in South Kingstown, she was a daughter of the late Milfred, Sr. and Pearl (Reels) Champlin. Mrs. Christy was a member of the Narragansett Indian Tribe and was employed for the tribe as a Tribal Clerk. She is survived by four children, Nita M. Christy of Wakefield, James R. Christy, Jr. of Voluntown, CT, Sheila Christy of Wakefield, and Steven Christy of Wakefield; nine grandchildren; four brothers, Eugene Champlin, Douglas Champlin, Craig Champlin, and Gary Champlin; and five sisters, Barbara Sekator, Virginia Perry, Sheila Champlin-Levy, Donna Maddox, and Gail Champlin. She was the sister of the late Mickey Champlin, Gloria Fry, and Cynthia Champlin. A graveside service will be held at 11 am Monday in New Fernwod Cemetery, Kingston. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted.