Christina Marie Corbett, (nee Savage) 78 years old, of Aurora, passed away on September 24, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Beloved daughter of the late William and Lenore Savage. Cherished mother of Chuck (Diane), Mary Ann (James Petrikas), Ed (Jill) and Liz (Elad Anter). Adored grandmother of Madeline, James, Rebecca, Caroline, Owen, Yahli, Lucas, Nicholas, Nora, Cade, Ivry, Emma, Chloe, Margaret, and Abigail. Dear sister and sister-in-law to Noreen (Pat Somers), Mary, Michele (Bob Signorelli), Cindy, Kathy (Lee Catalano) and preceded in death by Patrick and Billy Savage and Terry Conley. Proud cousin, aunt, friend and teacher to many.
Chris dedicated her life to serving others. She was an active parishioner at St. Margaret Mary, where her faith guided every step. She was also a devoted 1st Grade teacher at All Saints Academy, a committed volunteer to hospice, the Morton Arboretum and countless other organizations. She gave selflessly of her time and heart to everyone around her until the very end, leaving this world a better place.
Chris had a gift for nurturing, not just in her family, but in every life she touched. Her most cherished role was that of loving mother and grandmother. Family was always front and center in her heart. Nothing made her happier than family gatherings and she was always ready with sloppy joes, eclair cake and countless treats for her grandkids, friends and loved ones.
Visitation services will be held on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, from 3:00pm to 8:00pm at Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home, 4920 Main St., Downers Grove, IL. Chapel services and eulogies will commence at 6:30pm. Family and friends are asked to gather Monday, September 29th, 2025 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1450 Green Trails Dr., Naperville, IL 60504 at 10:00am for a one hour lying in state visitation prior to the funeral mass at 11:00am. An inurnment will be held privately for the immediate family at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleum at a later date.
For those unable to attend in person, the funeral mass will be live-streamed and for access please visit St Margaret Mary Catholic Church – YouTube . In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations are appreciated to The Morton Arboretum through their Tribute Gifts page: Tribute Gifts. For additional information please call 630-852-8000 or visit our website www.westsuburbanfh.com