Christine Denise Braithwait, age 64, of Shawano passed away on Tuesday October 6, 2026. Christine was born on April 1, 1962, in Shawano to the late Charles Rusch and Grace (Koralewski) Rusch. She graduated from Shawano High School and attended college in New Mexico. Christine lived in Kansas, Greece, and New Mexico; returning to Shawano in 2011. She worked as a chef in local establishments. Christine was fond of her car “Mustang Sally” and her plant children.

Christine is survived by her daughter, Leanna; siblings, Karen (Todd) Turner, Debbie (Perry) Parmer, and Butch (Katie) Rusch. She is further survived by several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends including Sara, Liz, Sabrina, Dustin, and Isaac.

Christine is preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Kathy, Sandy, and Chuckie.

A memorial service for Christine will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 11:00 am at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Dick Menning officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 am until the time of service.