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Christine Wadsworth Cairns (Christi), age 73, of Lakewood Park passed away March 19th, 2025, at Indian River Hospital. She is survived by her spouse, Kalani Dean Cairns, and her two daughters, Malia Lynn Cairns and Kelli Luana Shaddock. Neither daughter has any children. Christi is also survived by her brother, Mark Wadsworth.
Christi was born on April 21, 1951, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Her adoptive parents were Dr. Charles and Virginia Wadsworth. Though they have known each other since the fourth grade at Harbordale Elementary School, Christi and Kalani went on a date for the first time in August 1970 and have been together ever since. Christi graduated from Stranahan High School in June 1970 and lived in Fort Lauderdale until she and Kalani were married in June 1972.
Christi moved to Gainesville, Florida, with Kalani who was a student at the University of Florida. After he graduated from UF, they moved to Lakewood Park in August 1975 where he worked for the Smithsonian Institution at Harbor Branch.
Their first daughter, Malia, was born in July 1977 and their second daughter, Kelli, was born in May 1981, both in Vero Beach. The daughters are married and live nearby (Malia and Chris in north Stuart, Kelli and Joe in Lakewood Park).
Christi enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom with the girls as they were growing up. When they joined the Girl Scouts, Christi volunteered as the local Troop’s co-leader. She also volunteered at Lawnwood Elementary as an instructor of an art program titled, Meet the Masters, where she introduced to the students the backgrounds of various renowned artists. She always said participating in this program was very rewarding for her.
As Christi was growing up in Fort Lauderdale, she traveled with her parents throughout the United States as well as numerous European countries. But her favorite travel destination was the Florida Keys. The family would trailer their boat to the lower Keys to be with other family members and friends for several summers.
Christi loved animals, but especially cats. She rescued around 40 cats during her lifetime in addition to loving and caring for four dogs. For those interested in donating flowers, please make a donation to the animal shelter of your choice.
While living and raising a family in the Treasure Coast the past 49 years, Christi and Kalani were very fortunate to become friends and friendly with so many people. She is loved by many and will be missed. The family is holding a private service with a Celebration of Life to be determined at a later date.
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Jane T
April 1, 2025, 2:45 pm
Christi was such a wonderful, sweet person. It would be impossible not to love being around her. She always had a smile on her face. I like to remember her just as she is in this photo. Full of life and love for everyone. She was such a gem and I was fortunate to have known her.
Joseph Smith
April 2, 2025, 3:11 am
Malia and Kellie, I am so sorry. Your mom was such a wonderfully kind and sincere person. I enjoyed every hug I got from her and loved running into her at Friday Fests or Publix. May she rest in peace. Mr. Carins, I am so sorry for your great loss.
Liberta E Scotto
April 2, 2025, 1:31 pm
Chrsti was the beautiful gift to us as a wife, a mom, a friend, a sister, a daughter, a nature lover and a sweet soul. I will think of you often as I drift in the lagoon by the sandbar. Rest on those mystical beaches where ever you are until we meet again.
Linda and David
April 2, 2025, 2:50 pm
Kalani, Although we didn’t know Christi very well, we know that you and your daughters will miss her terribly. You had such high hopes she would be coming home when we last saw you. Remember all the good times you two have had since the 4th grade and always with a smile on your face. We know from other friends that it is hard to lose a partner in life after spending so many years together as partners in life., which is why we say remember the good times and slowly open a new chapter in your book of life.
Debbie Dawson
April 2, 2025, 6:29 pm
Kalani, Christi was such a kind sweet soul! I am so sorry for your loss and I know heaven just received an awesome angel to watch over you all! God Bless you and your family! Sending our love and prayers Debbie and Bud Dawson
Curtis Kimball
April 3, 2025, 2:28 pm
My cousin, Christi, was a beautiful spirit. She will be missed.
Condolences – Curt
Linda Clemenzi
April 3, 2025, 10:43 pm
We were friends even before we had kids. Our family vacations in the keys were the best. We loved going to Ft Pierce Jai Alai to place our bets for our 3 favorite horse races . I will miss you and Debbie forever. Rest in peace CW LOVE YOU
Marie Knowles
April 4, 2025, 2:06 pm
Your mom was such a a treasure. We loved her flamingo wine glasses! She was a joy to us on our Wednesday night dinners. Much loved, much missed. My prayers are with your earth family who are struggling to live without you . Rest in peace and I will see you again on the other side my friend. God bless.
Phil
April 5, 2025, 2:32 pm
My condolences to Christi’s family and friends, may you find comfort in happy memories.
Phil S.
Ken and Dee Dee O'Brien
April 6, 2025, 2:50 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Cairns family.
Ken O'Brien
April 7, 2025, 12:13 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Cairns family.
Ken and Dee Dee O’Brien
Roger Walker
April 9, 2025, 4:33 pm
Please accept our sincerest condolences, Peggy and I will cherish the memories we shared with you two.
prayers for you family in this time of loss. Until you meet again, Love ya Brother!
Sharon Crum
April 9, 2025, 6:01 pm
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Kalani, you and your daughters and family have my deepest sympathies and condolences. I have had the privilege of knowing Kristi for many years. She and my grandmother, Annie Phillips, had a special relationship. We all knew her love for her family. She will be missed
Gail Darrow
April 9, 2025, 10:07 pm
My deepest sympathies to you all. It’s one of the hardest things in life to lose your soul mate. Take one day at a time and be around your loved ones. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy & Gideon Breithaupt
April 10, 2025, 1:59 pm
Gideon has such fond memories of Christi. He was very sad to learn of her passing. Every time he’s ever mentioned you guys, it’s always with such love and gratitude. Only very special people can draw out such loyalty for a lifetime ❤️ We send love & prayers as you grieve this tremendous loss.
SCOTT PEARSON
April 11, 2025, 2:02 pm
Dear, Kalani and family
I was deeply saddened to hear about Christi’s passing. There are no words that I have that can ease the pain that you, Malia and Kelli are experiencing at this time. I do hope you find comfort in the love and support that I know surrounds you and your family. May all the beautiful memories you shared with CW bring you peace, and may you find strength in days to come. Kalani, Dawn and I are here for you always.
With our deepest sympathy.
Scott and Dawn
Paula Halupa and Bob Frakes
April 12, 2025, 12:17 pm
Dear Kalani and family,
So sorry to hear of Christi’s passing. We sincerely hope that, with time, the enormous void you feel can be partly filled with wonderful memories of her and your beautiful lives and times together.
We did not know Christi well, be we know that she was so happy being with you all.
With deepest sympathies and much love.
-Paula and Bob
Jill Kimball
April 15, 2025, 12:59 pm
Christi was my dear cousin and I have many fond memories of growing up near her in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I send you and Malia and Kellie my deepest condolences and love in this time of loss.