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Christopher Andrew "Drew" LANDIS

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Christopher Andrew Landis ("Drew") was born October 28, 1986 to Edward and Carol Jeanne Landis in Jakarta, Indonesia. Drew was the younger brother to Adrian and the older brother to Ted and Andrea. Growing up, Drew enjoyed reading, playing baseball and basketball and adventures with siblings and friends through the hills surrounding the Landis' home in Independence, Kentucky.

Drew was homeschooled by his mother through 10th grade. Drew graduated in 2004 from Calvary Christian School. He attended a Discipleship Training School through Youth With a Mission in Colorado, with a missions outreach in India. He worked with Samaritan's Purse in the tsunami relief in Sumatra in 2005. Drew attended Grove City College, and sold books door-to-door with Southwest Book Company in the summers. Drew graduated in 2009 with a degree in History. He attended one year of law school at Salmon Chase School of Law prior to joining the Army in 2011. He continued his sense of adventure through mountaineering in the lower 48 states.

Drew was killed on February 10, 2014 in Parwan, Afghanistan. Drew is survived by his parents, siblings, sister-in-law Sarah Jayne and nephews Judah and Eli. His visitation will be Saturday, February 22, 2014 from 2 to 4 p.m., with a one hour break for family, and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church, 9379 Gunpowder Rd, Florence, KY 41042. A funeral service will begin at 7 p.m. at the church. His interment, at Independence Cemetery will be private at the convenience of the family. Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home in Independence is assisting the family with services. Memorials may be made to May We Help, 7525 Wooster Pike Cincinnati, OH 45227, www.maywehelp.org. Online condolences may be expressed to www.chambersandgrubbs.com

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer from Feb. 20 to Feb. 22, 2014.
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Thank you for protecting us. My son served side by side with Christopher on the night. We will always honor your name.

Heidi Davis

Acquaintance

May 24, 2020

I would simply like to say I am so sorry for your loss, but because of people like Mr. Christopher we can all enjoy our freedoms. I am a senior at Winfield High School and we were assigned a project today. Each of us was to look up a fallen hero that was related to us in some way. My father's name is Chris so this is how I came upon Christopher A. Landis. I am so thankful that I can play basketball which I love so much, watch all of my favorite t.v. shows such as "Friends", and to be able to do these things freely I will be forever greatful for. I know words will never be able to take away your pain and loss, but again, I am very sorry for your loss but I am thankful for men and women who fight for our country so we can be free. Y'all will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. Just know that you are never alone in your battle.
If you would like to contact me you can do so by emailing my teacher at [email protected]

Katelyn K

November 6, 2014

Dear Parents and siblings, My heart goes out to you and your family. Many prayers to all of you as your souls ache. I am a GCC grad and a mom of 3 young men in the Marines and Navy. Your son's service and sacrifice are appreciated. With prayers and great love for you, Kathie Constable

Kathie Constable

May 1, 2014

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Landis Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Christopher A. Landis US Army Specialist. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Charlie Gili

March 11, 2014

To the Landis Family, Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one and Hero Christopher, and my sincerest gratitude for his service for our country.
God bless you Spc. Christopher A. Landis...you will not be forgotten.

S. Kronenwetter

March 5, 2014

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected] is an organization with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church of Mechanicsburg, PA would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your loved one's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift which will be mailed to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne

Lynne Neibert

March 5, 2014

Our hearts are deeply saddened by Drew's tragic passing. Please know that we've been praying for each of you. May you be comforted by His strong arms, sustained in His love, and be assured of a future and a hope. Job 19:25-27 . We love you.

Yutaka & Sue Kawase

February 26, 2014

To the family - May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts and comfort you during this time and in the years to come. May you also be comforted as you cherish the many fond memories.

February 25, 2014

Our thoughts are with you during this time of sadness.

Greg Thomas and Family

February 24, 2014

I did not know your son, but my deepest sympathy for your loss. He was a fine young man and the world was better off for the short time he was here. He was a true hero.

February 23, 2014

Dear Landis family ,
We are remembering you with love and a heavy heart. Please know you are in our prayers.

Dean and Becky Good

February 23, 2014

Ed and Cj, my heart breaks for all of you, reading his life story sounds like he was a very special young man you have a lot to be proud of, thank you Drew for your sacrifice for our country, you are a special young man, May you rest in peace. Love to all.

betty summerlin

February 22, 2014

I do not know your family, nor did I know your son but I sincerely appreciate his sacrifice for our freedom. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and may God bless you with his strength and peace.

February 22, 2014

Ed, CJ and Family,
We just found out about Ted. I am so very sorry. Bob and I are just heartbroken for you. We are praying for your comfort and know that God will be very close to you. We love you guys.
Bob and Debbie Porter

February 22, 2014

The Blue Star Mothers of America, Northern KY #5 wish to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero, Spec Christopher Landis. We thank him for his service to our nation and to each of us. May his fam...ily find peace and comfort in the months and years to come in knowing that he served proudly and is now home with his heavenly Father.
May you rest in peace, dear Son, for your mission is now complete. God Bless You and Thank you.
Lorene Friedman
Blue to Gold Liaison for NKY.

Lorene Friedman

February 22, 2014

Drew may God bless you with the peace and happiness that you deserve, thank you for your sacrifice for us!! Praying for you all in this difficult day!!!

Jenny Griffin- ayers

February 22, 2014

Our prayers are with you as you work through this great loss of a son. Sounds like his life was a blessing to your family. Love, Richard & Fannie (Bomberger) Miller ....Stuarts Draft, Va

February 22, 2014

Dear Ed & CJ,
May God's peace fill your hearts during this sad time in your life. Please know our hearts ache with you.
Sincerest sympathy to you and your family,
Joe & Linda Hess

February 22, 2014

Ed,
I'm praying for you and your family. I grieve your loss.

Carl Krueger

February 22, 2014

May the God of all comfort ~
comfort you
and
give you a peace
that
passes all
comprehension.

February 22, 2014

Forever I remember this week as it is when I lost my own father, Ed's eldest uncle, David Leaman Hess, Jr. (1921-February 14, 1958) and in 1958 CJ's father, Dr. Clarence Rutt, was one of my Dad's attending doctors at LGH. I was 11 years old and my father was 36 years old. My 36 year old mother was left with 5 young children… and now in 2014 Drew was killed on February 10 in his 28th year. Our tears flow for both of these great men… both great losses… and all I can say is love, hugs, and prayers in the midst of these painful times.

Joanne Hess Siegrist

February 22, 2014

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of great loss. May our Lord and your faith in Him bring you much peace.
We had the pleasure of meeting your wonderful son, as he is a dear friend of our son, Eric. God Bless you.

Ron and Karen Straut

February 21, 2014

Ed and CJ, How my Dad loved you, Ed! He considered you "OUR" pilot in Hitadipa and he took that very seriously, up at 5am every morning to pray for you and your family. May you be comforted knowing your precious Drew stands in very good company! Amy Cutts-Meredith

Amy Cutts-Meredith

February 21, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

young

February 21, 2014

Prayers to your family in this difficult time.

February 21, 2014

God will make you firm; he will make you strong. (1Pet. 5:10)

February 21, 2014

Ed and CJ and family, we want to express our sincere condolences in your loss. It is very difficult and we pray the God of all peace will comfort your hearts. John & Betty Wilson

February 21, 2014

Ed and CJ, Please know our prayers are with you daily as you walk through this. We love you guys so much, Clair and Elizabeth

Clair and Elizabeth Black

February 21, 2014

My sincere condolences on the loss of Chris. I remember him well, particularly his sunny smile and infectious laughter. My deepest sympathy to your entire family.

Marian Benavides

February 21, 2014

Ed and family,
Deepest condolences to you and the family. Know that your Astar Pilot family is praying for you and stands with you.

Mark Christensen

February 21, 2014

I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Christopher will never be forgotten.

For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part. I salute you.
For those missing in action;for those who didn't make it home.I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.For every neatly folded flag;for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory. I salute you, allow me the honorto salute you with permission let me say even though I hold no rank know that from my heart my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part. I salute you.

I Salute You.

Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M.Fisher KIA 12/1/04 Iraq -


~

Suzanne MacDaniel

S MacDaniel

February 19, 2014

To the Family, Friends, and Military Unit of Specialist Landis, Please, accept my deepest condolences for your loss of Christopher. Also, my deep gratitude for his brave service to defend freedom and protect our way of life. He is a true American Hero. May he rest in Peace. May you have comfort and healing for your loss.

M Carpenter

February 15, 2014

To the family and friends of SPC CHRISTOPHER LANDIS, everyone in the Fort Bragg area feels his loss. We are fiercely proud of our Airborne warriors, and owe all of them a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid. Now Christopher is gone far too soon, and all of us will have less light in our worlds. I am always filled with gratitude for his patriotic service to America, and for those who supported him and mentored him in his efforts. God bless you SPC LANDIS. Your mission is complete.

KATHLEEN CODY

February 14, 2014

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