Ruth Christine “Chris” Broach, of Graham, NC (formally of Mansfield, OH), passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, April 5 2026 after several months of failing health.
Raised on a Fremont, OH vegetable farm, she later became a cosmetologist and moved to Mansfield, OH to raise her family. There, she enjoyed boating and camping with her closest friends, along with a special talent for producing “ blue-ribbon” winning quilts. She eventually moved to North Carolina, where she developed a new talent for country dance, forming some of her closest friendships. After a dedicated career at the University of North Carolina, she lived a life filled with kindness, faith, and friendship.
As a woman of faith, she was a devoted attender at The Lambs Chapel church. She loved attending Bible studies and formed deep, lasting friendships there. She also loved spending time with her two card-playing groups, where laughter and camaraderie were always present. Her favorite past-time was spending it with family. She loved her kids, but behind every great sister is a brother who has her back and was thankful for Rich, who is her shield and greatest support. Her beloved dog, Zoey was the light of her life, and they shared a mutual devotion to each other.
Chris is survived by her two children, Karen Broach and Doug Broach; a brother, Rich Swain (Betty); favorite Uncle, Glen “Curley” Swain; a special niece, Angela Davidson; great niece, Samantha McKeown and her son, Nate; along with several other nieces, nephews, cousins and their families.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Wyman Leo Swain and Pauline Rose Chellis Jacobs; long-time Companion, Norman Kirby; and sister, Sheila Freeman.
Funeral Home: Lowe Funeral Home and Crematory
Website: https://www.lowefuneralhome.com/