Christine Lea Edgil, 75, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away at home on Saturday, October 10, 2026. She was born on May 5, 1951, in South Bend to Leo and Mary (Tucker) Chodzinski.

Christine was first married to Steve Schroeder, with whom she had three children. They divorced in 1987. On June 1, 1991, she married Clent Edgil in South Bend, where they continued to make their home together.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Clent; her sons, Jeffrey (Heather) Schroeder, Daniel (Nikki) Schroeder, and William Schroeder; her stepson, Shawn (Richy) Marrell; her stepdaughters, Dawn Marrell and Kelly (JoeJoe) Holmes; 13 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her stepson, Scott; her parents; two sisters; and a grandson.

In her younger years, Christine was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church. More recently, she attended Holy Cross Catholic Church. She earned her associate degree from Davenport College and worked as a nurse/registrar at St. Joseph Hospital and Memorial Hospital before retiring.

Christine enjoyed baking, creating diamond art, tending to her outdoor flowers, and spending time in her pool during the summer. She was an excellent cook and had a special love for The Wizard of Oz and musicals.

Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola, IN 46561.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Clent Edgil.