On Saturday December 3, 2022, Christine McDonald Washington, loving mother of Lonnie Washington (Margaret), and Daryl Washington passed away at age eighty-six. Born in Carthage, Mississippi, Christine and her husband, Otis (who proceeded her in death) moved their family to Newport News, Virginia. Christine worked in the Physical Therapy Clinic at Fort Eustis Army Hospital for 31 years before she retired. She loved to sew and she was good at it. She made outstanding pieces ranging from beautiful draperies to elegant gowns. It was her passion. Christine’s family loved her cooking, she made everything taste great. Feeding her family was an act of love for her. She was soft spoken and had a fun sense of humor. Her love and support for her family was unwavering. A memorial service for Christine will be held at a future date.