VIA Times – July 2019 Issue Vital News, Vibrant VIews for Asian Americans in Chicago & Midwest
Beauty Queen Joi Hunter (Mutya ng Pilipinas of Illinois) crowns Christa Maree.
Ms. Julie Berkowitz, Will County Board, District 11, guest speaker.
“Mr. Entertainer” and promoter Gene Flores, entertains the guests.
Th e Queen’s Court who did the honor on the sash, crown and the beautiful bouquet of fl owers.
Christa Maree’s large, happy family
Christa Maree, surrounded by jovial Jessie , Froilan, Gerry and Ed.
Christa Maree Papa was crowned 2019 Mrs. Grand Universe America on June 22, 2019 at Crowne Plaza Lombard in Downers Grove. She was crowned by @Joi Hunter, beauty-titleholder of 2019 Mutya ng Pilipinas Illinois. e pageant was emceed by Eric Magundayao and entertainment provided by “Mr. Entertainer” himself, Gene Flores, international promoter from California. Gerry Rebello is the Midwest coordinator. Christa Maree will be competing for the International title sometime in September in the Philippines. She was a runner-up for Ms. Teen Illinois in 2015.
