Kenneth Poe Funeral Services

January 31, 2026

Christine Fowler Price, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away in 2026 after a long and courageous battle against a rare autoimmune disease. She was born on January 18, 1960, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Robert Fowler (who preceded her in death in 2014) and Helen Fowler.

Christine grew up in Charlotte alongside her two sisters, Amy Prasol and Vickie Bellai, in a home filled with family, faith, and love. She graduated from Garinger High School and continued her education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte on a Bonnie Cone Scholarship, an achievement she carried with pride throughout her life. 

In 1976, Christine met the love of her life, Joe Price, on the Waverly swim team. What began as a shared passion and friendship, grew into a life long partnership when they were married in 1982. Together, they built a family rooted in devotion, laughter, and unwavering support. Christine and Joe welcomed three children: Joanna, Leah, and Jacob. 

After the birth of her second child, Christine made the deliberate and proud decision to leave the workforce, where she had worked in Human Resources at First Union Bank, to devote herself fully to what she often called her “real job”: raising her children. She poured her heart into their lives by volunteering at their schools, driving them everywhere, cheering them on from the sidelines, and making sure they always knew how deeply they were loved. 

Christine’s life was defined by service. She played a key role in reigniting the children's basketball program at Sharon Presbyterian Church and volunteered extensively with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, including participating in an international mission trip to Cambodia. Whatever cause she committed to, she approached it with full energy, compassion, and wholehearted dedication. Her passion for service and caring for others extended to mental health advocacy, reflected in the Christine F. Price Center for Counseling and Psychological Services at UNC Charlotte, as well as her deep involvement in church life through the Christine Price Outreach Center.

A lifelong sports fan, Christine was fiercely loyal to her Carolina Panthers, never once doubting their chances to win on any given Sunday. She was equally devoted to the UNC Charlotte 49ers, Niner Nation, across all sports. She loved being present for her children’s activities as well, whether it was swimming, soccer, school plays, softball, or tennis, always there, always encouraging.

In 2012, Christine was diagnosed with Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration (PCD), a rare condition with a typical life expectancy of two years. She defied those odds for more than a decade, entering her fifteenth year with the disease in 2026. Throughout her long battle, Christine remained a shining example of resilience, positivity, humor, and grace. Her spirit never dimmed, and she inspired everyone around her with her strength and attitude.

Christine found joy in life’s everyday pleasures, from watching General Hospital and Property Brothers, traveling from the mountains and beaches of North Carolina to as far as Antarctica, and playing games with friends and family. Skyjo and Red Letter were among her favorites. She especially cherished time spent with her four grandchildren, Lucas, Addison, Wyatt, and Hannah, who brought her endless joy. 

Christine is survived by her loving husband, her three children, her four grandchildren, her mother, and her sisters.

Christine Fowler Price will be remembered for her faith, generosity, resilience, and fierce love for her family and community. Her legacy will live on in the many lives she touched, and she will be deeply missed.

A funeral service to celebrate the beautiful life of Christine Price will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Sharon Presbyterian Church. A visitation will begin at 1:00 PM in the sanctuary. A reception will follow the service.

To honor Christine’s lifelong commitment to service, memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, the Christine F. Price Center for Counseling and Psychological Services, or the Christine Price Outreach Center at Sharon Presbyterian Church.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral and Cremation Services, 1321 Berkeley Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com