Christine E. Bunyan

Christine E. Bunyan of Grafton passed away at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital Milwaukee during the afternoon of Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, at the age of 80.  

She was born the beloved daughter of Vincent and Marion (Boelter) in Milwaukee on Feb. 28, 1945.

Chris graduated from St. Joan Antida High School and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. 

She met William “Bill” Bunyan while he was stationed in Milwaukee with the U.S. Navy and they were united in marriage on Feb. 24, 1968, in Bethesda, Md. The couple settled in Milwaukee, where they began their family. They later moved to Janesville and eventually to Port Washington.

Chris enjoyed playing bridge at the Port Washington Senior Center.  She was an avid reader and especially loved a good mystery.  Chris was beautiful inside and out. She lived a selfless life and often gave of herself to help others in need. Above all, her family, and especially her grandchildren, were her true passion. She followed her grandchildren’s adventures and sporting endeavors with support and love.

She leaves behind her devoted children William (Rhonda) Bunyan Jr. of Middleton, Julie (Neil) Walkoff of St. Louis, Mo., John (Sheri) Bunyan of Port Washington, Laura Bunyan, also of St. Louis, Mo., and Matthew (Stephanie) Bunyan of Las Vegas, Nev.; adored grandchildren Anna, Maggie, Samantha, Michael, Cooper, Jack, Jake, Abby and Grace; and brothers Duane (Hannelorie) Catania and David (Jean) Catania. She is further survived by other relatives and friends.

Christine was preceded in death by her parents and husband William.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon Thursday, Jan. 8 at St. John XXIII Catholic Parish, St. Mary’s Church, 451 N. Johnson St., Port Washington, WI 53074.  The family will receive friends and relatives at the church from 10 a.m. to noon.  

Chris will be laid to rest next to her husband at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choosing in Christine’s memory.

Eernisse Funeral Home of Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.