Christine I. (Teeny) Nonnemacher, 84, of Emmaus, passed peacefully on April 1, 2015 surrounded by her family. Born on April 25, 1930 in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Wilbur C. and Bertha B. (Bitting) Roth. Christine was a loving sister to siblings Wilberta, Paul, Kathryn, Kenneth, Janet, and Barbara. A talented artist, she studied painting with Dr. Walter E. Baum, a renowned Pennsylvania impressionist. She was a graduate of Allen High School. She was a devoted wife to the late Harvey J. Nonnemacher , her high school sweetheart. Known to loved ones as Jack and Teeny, they enjoyed auctions and antique collecting. Christine's true passion was her twelve children. The boundless love she felt for her children made their crowded home a haven of laughter and joy. Their household served as a frequent gathering place for her growing family, and was always decorated festively to match the occasion. She relished holidays and family trips to the beach, loving to float beyond the breaking waves. With a legendary voice, she was a dedicated fan at her family's sporting events. Her boisterous cheering and encouragement made her well known to many local sports fans and athletes. She was a lifelong fanatical Philadelphia Phillies fan, even attending the 1980 World Series. Following the tragic passing of her son Gary, Christine and Jack joined the support group Compassionate Friends.She was preceded in death by her husband, sons Gary, William, Barry and daughter Judie Goff. Christine was the matriarch of a large family, and her loving, funny, and feisty personality was magnetic to all who knew her. Her infectious laugh and warm smile will be missed dearly by her extensive family and countless friends. Survivors: Sons, Thomas E., Jack D. (Dianne), Ron K., Michael K., Timothy F. (Jan), and Terry L. (Martha); Daughters, Renee C. Halm (Michael) and Alice D. Welsh; In-laws Rose, Denise, and Belton; 25 Grandchildren and 22 Great Grandchildren. Services: Following a private graveside ceremony, a Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 6, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the Macungie Institute, 510 East Main St., Macungie with fellowship to follow until 7:00 PM. Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements. Contributions: To a charity of choice .