Christine Shanley

Christine Shanley, 69, of Stanfordville, passed away October 7, 2022, with her family by her side.

An area resident since the early 70s, she was born to the late Buddy and Franky Shanley, December 14, 1952, in Valley Stream, NY. Christine graduated from Valley Stream Central High School in 1970 and received a BA in Political Science from Vassar in 2001.

Christine is survived by two children: Brandi (William) Elderkin, of Stanfordville and Jennifer Grillo-Mawson, of Phoenix. She is also survived by one grandchild, whom she adored: Eimile Mawson; and two sisters: Gale (Gary) Johnson and Susan Shanley.

Christine was the owner/operator of the Gristmill Bakery & Deli on route 82 for many years. She loved to cook and bake and passed on her appreciation of good food to both of her children. Christine also loved reading, classic movies, music,
impressionist art (particularly Monet) and was active in local politics.

Per Christine’s wishes, there will be no viewing or service. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, to be announced. Because Christine was an avid supporter of local food pantries, believing that affordable, nutritious food should be available to everyone, the family asks that people make donations in support of Dutchess Outreach
(https://dutchessoutreach.org/how-you-can-help/donate/) in lieu of sending flowers.