Cristina May Ham Gaha, 48, of Lebanon passed away July 7, 2018 at The Waters of Lebanon.

Cristi was born May 7, 1970 in Lebanon, to Patricia Anne (Rader) Johnson and James Michael Ham; they survive. Cristi has three sisters Jeanie Velasuez and Lori Steele, both of Colorado and Brandy Ham, of Lebanon and one brother, Logan Ham of Barstow, CA.

Cristi married Anthony G. (Heidi L.) Gaha on June 15, 2000. They divorced in 2009, but share two children; Brittney N. Gaha and fiancè Zachary Stemple and Derek G. Gaha, all of Lebanon.

Cristi was a devoted mother and selfless soul. She enjoyed gardening, watching birds, her dog Murphy and spending time with her family, particularly her children. She took pride in being an AKC breeder of Miniature Schnauzers. Cristi thoroughly enjoyed watching her kids play sports. She was a talented artist and especially enjoyed using paint. Cristi believed in giving good and receiving good, as she lived her daily life.  She is preceded in death by her grandmother, grandfather and two cousins, Darrin and Chad. Cristi fought a battle far stronger than many beings.

Family and friends will gather Friday, July 13, 2018 for visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. with Pastor Mark Clark officiating in the Strawmyer & Drury Mortuary, 2400 N. Lebanon Street, Lebanon. Cristi will be laid to rest at Old Union Cemetery in Jamestown. You are invited to visit the website www.strawmyerdrury.com where you may sign her online register and leave a personal message. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 6500 Technology Center Dr. #100, Indianapolis, IN 46278.