Birth date: Jun 1, 1966 Death date: Jul 8, 2021
Chris was universally loved and admired by everyone he touched along his way through life. If you are reading this, you probably already know that. He was born with a smile that could light the world around him as well as touch a Read Obituary
I still miss Christian so much. He was a wonderful person, and I feel fortunate to have known him. Missing him just really hit me as I was looking through old photos and came across all the pictures that I saved when he passed. Photos that he texted me through the years... Selfies, dogs, beaches, sunsets, random lizards, food, friends, girlfriends, parties... I remember how he was always very open and full of warmth. He really saw the best in people, and found redeeming qualities in just about everyone. The world needs more people like him. He was a very special person.
I only found this because my 20 yr old son was asking about people I knew during high school. Chris was one of the first people I thought of and I decided to look him up and give an example of someone I thought of as a "good friend"
It's been a LONG time but I still have very fond memories of Chris. Travelling together and playing on the QACHS chess team (undefeated winning seaons!). Having issues with my family and Chris repeatedly letting me sleep overnight for several YEARS. Just being there for me when I needed a friend and providing what help you could as another teenager. I wish I had let you know more, before now, how much those times meant to mean.
I hope that by some chance to meet you again sometime. Sleep well buddy.
My fondest memory of you, Chris, was the family memorial ay Kennywood Park. You were happy to have the entire family together. We rode all the rides, had a wonderful lunch at one of the pavillions and went on the merry-go-round with your Grandma. Remember going to Sherry's the night before? Lots of family laughs and getting up.
Your 50th birthday was a riot. Mom made you her famous spaghetti and meatballs. I forget which concert you went to but we were having birthday cake afterwards. Diesel helped himself to the first piece unbeknownst to us. You laughed and cut that side of the cake off. It was a good cake and a great day sharing it with you.
My fav Chris story was when you as a little boy gazed through the hole in roof and said to your Mom: But Mom, look how pretty the sky looks.
I'll miss seeing the pictures you always sent; fishing days, you in your Rennansaise re-enactment clothes, beach pictures and yes, even the snake.
Chris, I'll miss your easy manner, you sharing your love of life, and how much you loved your family. Most of all, I'll miss you.
Your cousin, Kathy
I cannot fathom the thought of my friend of almost 40 years of being gone. Glad to have the memories of beach-combing, crabbing and fishing and growing up thru our teenage years. Words cannot express……
I will miss you brother.
Fly Away Home Brother. You were a Great person and a beautiful Soul. And A better friend.. Ma Jah Guidence and Protection lead you to your next journey. You will be missed. One Love Fam.. Champ
