Christine Lilley Eason Ward, 87, passed away December 19, 2020.  She was born in Gates County, NC the daughter of the late John David Lilley and Vansilla Parker Lilley.  She was predeceased by her husbands, Owen Eason, Jr. and J. Morris Ward; son, David Owen Eason; and step daughter, Jennifer Ward.  Christine retired as a supervisor for Lipton Tea Company.  She was a member of Whaleyville United Methodist Church and served on the church council.

Christine is survived by her daughter, Rebecca Ann Eason; and step sons, Dr. Jack Ward, Ronnie Ward, Charles Ward, and Edwin Ward.

Services will be private.  Memorial donations may be made to Whaleyville United Methodist Church at 6312 Whaleyville Blvd., Suffolk, VA 23438. Parr Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.  Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com