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Christopher Wilming Obituary

Wilming, Dr. Christopher Ryan SALT LAKE CITY, Utah Dr. Christopher Ryan Wilming, 34 of Salt Lake City, died unexpectedly, on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. He was born in Niskayuna on April 27, 1986, to David and Rosemary Wilming. Chris was a clinical pharmacist at the VA Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Chris received his B.A. in psychology from SUNY Albany in 2008 and went on to graduate Cum Laude from Albany College of Pharmacy in 2016, with his Doctor of Pharmacy, and was a board-certified psychiatric pharmacist (B.C.P.P.). After graduating from ACPHS in 2016, he completed a PGY-1 at the Portland VA Medical Center, and then completed a PGY-2 residency in psychiatry at the Salt Lake VA. From there he pursued a career in clinical pharmacy and was only beginning to realize his full potential. Chris had a deep passion and commitment to his work, science, and medicine. He loved to challenge himself. He enjoyed back packing across Europe after college, sky diving, and just recently was learning to ski. Chris loved hiking and was always planning his next trip with his friends in the mountains of Utah. He was a kind, sensitive, passionate, and caring friend to everyone and his radiant bright smile and sense of humor was contagious to everyone around him. Christopher is survived by his beloved mother Rosemary Evans; his father, David Wilming; his brothers, Michael and Matthew Wilming; his sister Cassandra Wilming; and his grandmother Florence Wilming, all of Clifton Park. Christopher's life and loving spirit will be celebrated on Friday, April 16, at a 10:30 a.m. Mass in St. Edward the Confessor Roman Catholic Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Rd., Clifton Park. Christopher finally, is at rest, and we hold him close within us in our hearts, mind, and spirit. Remember the meaning of this tragedy. If a young man or woman says "maybe I'll kill myself," tell someone. Don't leave him or her alone. It is not a game; it's a symptom. Let us find and encourage within ourselves, within our society, those gifts that make each of us special: not star power, not intellectual prowess, but the ineffable mystery and extraordinary beauty of the simple human heart.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Apr. 14, 2021.

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A VA Employee

April 20, 2021

My empathyt and condolences to his family. I did not know Chris but, became a VA Pharmacy employee shortly after he completed his first year of residency.

Cathy Ochrym

April 18, 2021

Dear Rory, Ron and I just found out about your terrible loss. I will always remember Chris as a baby when you brought him into Helping Hands for Matthew´s conference. He was such an adorable toddler and as he grew he became such a happy child who always had a smile on his face and such a great laugh. We had some fun times at your house and in the backyard. Rory, my heart is broken and I´m so sorry for your loss, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers each day. If You need anything, please let me know (518-598-6130).
Cathy Ochrym

A mom

April 17, 2021

To Dr Wilming´s family,
Please know that your son´s life did make a difference.
Your words about suicide will hopefully save a life.
May he Rest In Peace.

A VA employee

April 16, 2021

I was a resident just a year or two before Dr Wilming at the VA Portland and while I did not know him closely or personally, I heard nothing but great things about him. He was an excellent clinician with a kind heart and evidently loved by all who came in contact with him. May his soul rest in peace and my prayers go out to his family during this time.

Elysia Pace

April 16, 2021

My heart goes our to Dr. Wilming's family and loved ones. I am truly saddened to hear this news. He really helped through me getting over the threshold to get my COVID Vaccine after we talked more about it and had some one on one time in a training.

Sending much love and prayers to you all!

Acquaintance from pharmacy school

April 15, 2021

So sorry for your loss. That was a beautiful obituary that highlights Chris´ life that was too short.

Billie Jo Cuthbert

April 15, 2021

Sending my deepest sympathies for your family's loss! May Christopher's soul rest in eternal peace and your family be comforted by the loving memories that you each hold in your heart!

VA Employee

April 14, 2021

The VA was so fortunate to have your son working for us! I am so sorry for the loss of your son . I cannot imagine there is a pain more deep and terrible than losing a son. My heart, soul and prayers go out to you at this most harrowing time .

Clayton Hamilton

April 14, 2021

Chris demonstrated excellence during his time as my colleague. He is deeply missed by myself and the Whole Health service here in Salt Lake City.

Jan

April 14, 2021

I was just getting to know Chris. He had an incredible smile. I am deeply sorry for the loss of this amazing young man.

Zac Hill

April 14, 2021

Chris was a dear friend to me. In the time that I knew him he was a bright and caring individual who will remain in my heart. It was a privilege to know him.

A sister who misses her brother

April 14, 2021

I do not know Christopher or your family but I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been in your shoes. My heart breaks for all of you. RIP

Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS)

April 14, 2021

On behalf of the BPS Board of Directors and staff we offer our deepest sympathies to Chris' family. We are all saddened by a life cut short.

Sandra Sidoti

April 14, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss, and I send my prayers for healing.

A mother

April 14, 2021

May God Bless you at this most difficult time.
I am sincerely sorry for you loss.
Rest in peace.

Mary Alice A Russell

April 14, 2021

I am so sorry for your great loss. I know first hand this kind of loss. I will be praying for your family and all who knew and loved him. God bless you all.

Rt. Rev. Jonathan Gray

April 14, 2021

Your family will be in my prayers as you cope with the tragedy of losing your beloved Chris. You will al be in my heart.

Michelle Gallen

April 14, 2021

I did not know Christopher, but I am incredibly sad for your loss. Thank you for sharing about suicided. I think you will help at least one mother, father, sister, or brother, from loosing someone they love. RIP Christopher. We have lost to many to suicide.

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