OTEGO – Christine M. Ruland, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2007. She was 62 years old.

Chris was initially hospitalized at A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital on January 13, 2007 and remained there until her transfer to Albany Medical Center on March 5th. In Albany she received further medical care until she succumbed in her battle for life.

Christine is survived by her husband, John; a son, Richard; a daughter, Theresa Check; her grandson, John; and many, many relatives and friends.

Please celebrate Chris' life by cherishing each day for the gift that it is.

There will be no visiting hours.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Otego Fire Department, E.M.S. Squad, River Street, Otego, NY 13825.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.lhpfuneralhome.com

A private cremation has been arranged by the Lewis, Hurley & Pietrobono Funeral Home located at 51 Dietz St. in Oneonta.