[quote=@JFK]
How about: they got partnered for (e.g.) home economy and made passing friends because he found her funny and Chris was nice enough and seemed useful to know. After she left for the city they didn't stay in touch. Maybe on the way to Elysian Heights, Chris catches her speeding and recognises her and they talk. 
But that depends if she's heading straight to the funeral or arriving before it. 
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Sounds like a plan, I like it! 

She'll be arriving before the funeral most likely so I can interact with everyone fully, but we'll see o7