Christi Renee Driver Sasser
July 3, 1973 – July 14, 2026
ZEBULON – Christi Renee Sasser, at the young age of 53, passed on from this life after a courageous battle with brain cancer. She has fought her fight and has now finished her course. Christi was born in Wake Co. to Charles Raeford Driver and his wife, the late Joan Baker Driver. Christi was the brilliance of life, which shone through her smile and uplifting personality. Being able to teach expressions of life through dance to youth was when she shined the most. Christi’s love for dance extended back to her childhood, leading her to becoming owner of the Joan Baker School of Dance, established by her mother back in 1966. Although dancing and music were her passion, it was only second to the immense and unmeasurable love she had for her babies, Luke, Logan, Jordan and Joanna. Her family was her life, and they meant the world to her. She often looked forward to the family trips with them to the beach, one of her favorite spots. The thought of radiant smile and her genuine love for her family, her family friends, and for dance and music will remain locked in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of sharing their life with her. Along with her mother, Christi was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Johnny Winfield Sasser, mother-in-law, Sue Joyner Sasser and her aunt, Betsy Baker Smith.
Christi leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband, David Sasser; her children, Luke Sasser, Logan Sasser, Jordan Sasser and Joanna Sasser.
Funeral service will begin at 4:00PM on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Zebulon Baptist Church, located at 400 N. Arendell Ave. of Zebulon, NC.
Flowers welcome or memorial contributions can be made to the Jordan Sasser Account in c/o your local State Employees Credit Union (SECU).
A special thank you to her cherished friends, Jennifer Woody, Tammy Johnson, Cissie Gay, Tammy Noble, Stacy Marshburn and Dolly Cannon for the love, support, motivations and encouragement given to Christi throughout her life’s journey. A special thanks also for the Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center for the care and support shown to Christi and the Sasser family during her courageous fight.
Visitation will be from 4:00pm to 6:30pm on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Strickland Funeral Home& Crematory, 211 W. Third St, Wendell NC.
Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell. www.stricklandfuneral.com
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Prayers of comfort for the Sasser family. Christi was definitely a wonderful and kind hearted person.
I loved christi so much. She was a joy to be around. At least she’s at peace and I feel that heaven has a beautiful new angel that has touched so many lives just by being herself. Rest in peace sweet girl. I’ll never forget you
What a beautiful person inside and out. Heaven has an angel!
Christi was my cousin…not sure how many times removed but when you were from and raised in North Carolina that doesn’t matter. We left North Carolina in 1970 but always returned for visits! From the time we heard of Christi’s cancer I was in awe with her strength and resilience through it all. Rest now beautiful Christi and dance dance dance with Joan and Betsy! Until we meet again!
Praying for peace and comfort for the Sasser Family. East Wake Class of 1991
She is now healed and in heaven with her sweet mother. Rest in Peace sweet Christi. Heaven has gained another wonderful angel!
Prayers for peace and comfort for David, her children, family and friends. Christi was beautiful inside and out. Reunited with her mom, Ms Joan.
Prayer for comfort and peace for David and her family.
Charles and especially David on behalf of all the Young family we send our sincere condolences! My prayers are for you and your family as you continue through this difficult journey! 🙏🌹
Sending deepest condolences to your family. 🙏
I was saddened by the news of Christi. She was a joy to know.
Christi, may the Lord Jesus forever walk with you & give you the peace he freely offers us! RIP & blessed are the ones who endure.
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