Christine A. Allison, 66, of New Castle passed away the morning of March 22, 2025 at UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh.

Christine was born in Port Allegany, PA to Fred Cornell and the late Nancy McGee Cornell on November 28, 1958.

Christine married her beloved husband, Lawrence Allison, Sr. on August 15, 1987. He survives at home.

Christine worked as a hostess at Chuck Tanner’s restaurant for over thirty years. Her joy and kindness made her a favorite among her customers. She cherished time with her family and often planned lavish holidays and parties at her home.

In addition to her father and husband, Christine is survived by daughter, Victoria McGraw, step-daughters Tammie Maciejewski (Jeff) and Kathie Jenkins (Karl), daughter-in-law, Maria Allison, brother, Scott Cornell (Candice), six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

In addition to her mother, Christine was preceded in death by her brother Kirk Cornell and step-son Larry Allison, Jr.

In honoring her wishes, a memorial service will be held at a later date.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St. 

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