Christine Louise LaTorra passed away June 12, 2025. She was born November 28, 1952 to John Salvador LaTorra and Thelma Jean Genzoli. She lived her entire life in the same house in Blue Lake. 

She was preceded in death by John LaTorra, Thelma Genzoli, brothers Charles (Fred) Hames Jr and Ernie Hames. She is survived by her nieces and nephews Lori Hames (Horacio), John Hames (Trish), Kelly Walls (Patrick) and Kevin Hames; great nieces and nephews Justin Payton; Lacey, Audrey and Riley Hames; Kaitlyn, Gracen and Laurel Walls; Tabytha, Pandora and Ezra Hames, along with her sister-in-law Kathi Hames.

Chris attended Blue Lake Elementary School, Arcata High School (class of 1970) and Humboldt State University where she received her Masters in Science. After college Chris started working at the United State Postal Service where she retired after 33 years.

Chris enjoyed motorcycles, Grateful Dead, Perry Mason and watching sports. People will always remember her for her long conversations and knowledge she would share. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and postal friends as well as her cat Herbie.  

Per Chris’s request there will be no services.  Donations can be made to Blue Lake Fire Department.

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