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Chris KUZMA Obituary
He was a resident of Colorado Springs, Colo., for 17 years. He was originally from Newport News, Va., graduating from Menchville High School. He married his high school sweetheart Sharon Poole Kuzma, they had two boys Zachary and Samuel. He owned and operated his own business Bike Stop of which he was very proud.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Florence Kuzma.
He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Sharon; sons, Zach and Sam; sisters, Carol McLain (Jeff), Janice Bernardini; brothers, William Kuzma (Becky) and Doug; father and mother-in-law, Dan and Lois Poole; sister-in-law, Lisa Elder (Stephen); nieces and nephews, Kevin, Andrew, Scott, Max, Travis, Amanda and Molly; and many friends, neighbors and business associates.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7, at Zion United Methodist Church, 2109 Seaford Road Seaford, Va.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to LIVESTRONG National Mail Processing Center P.O. Box 6003 Albert Lea, MN 56007-6603. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Caroyln Kautz
June 22, 2014
Still In our thoughts and prayers.
Jack Parsons
June 22, 2012
Years back, we were BMX racing in Fairfax, and I was introduced to Chris, 1st time he was in 16+ expert with us. He offered me some cantaloupe in between moto's which I have never eaten before. It must have worked for me as I won that day. Chris is etched in my memory forever, and everytime I see or eat cantaloupe I think of Chris. I am saddened to hear he is no longer with us. My condolences to his family, may they find strength in knowing Chris touched so many people in positive ways.
Kenny Newton
April 27, 2012
Wow so young, made a great impression, role model without effort, take care Godbless you and your family bro! The fast and the good die young....
Chris at Hampton BMX early 80's
Craig Ponton
March 28, 2012
Chris was a such a great guy, very sorry for you loss.
Raymond Luscombe
October 31, 2011
It has been just over a year and it seems like yesterday, I do pray that time has been kinder to the family. We do miss you all.
July 22, 2011
Sharon and boys, I sorrow for your loss. Your dad use to beat me in bike sprints all the time. God comfort your hearts. Alan Pearce Bluefield VA
Ron Jessup
July 15, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Chris's passing. Chris touched many of us with his tremendous speed on the track, and his big smile off the track. God bless Chris and his family.
June 22, 2011
Jeff...I couldn't agree more!
Jeff Reid
June 21, 2011
@Ray.....I opted for the email updates to check back on new entries. I was talkin about Chris just this past weekend with an old bmx buddy from VA that raced with Chris....He'll always be in our memories!!!!!
Ray Luscombe
June 20, 2011
Not sure if you guys are coming back and checking these but I want you to know that you are still in my thoughts and prayers. This may just be making it to cyber-space but atleast it is a way to voice my heart for Chris and his family.
Robert Bobrow
January 31, 2011
I just found out about Chris passing. I raced against him and his HDK Team in Virginia back in the late 1980s and early 1990s. We weren't close friends, but I had a lot of respect for Chris because of all the cycling battles we fought against each other, which he usually won.
My sympathies to Chris's wife and sons and the rest of his family.
RDB
Doug johnson
December 5, 2010
I just learned of Chris's passing. He will be missed! If Zach and Sam want to get out for a bike ride sometime, let me know.
D Smith
November 25, 2010
Chir - Rest in Peace.
D Smith
November 25, 2010
Chris - Rest in Peace.
Lori Sorokatch Sulmasy
November 14, 2010
Shari, I was so shocked to hear about Chris. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons, Sam and Zack, during this most difficult of times. You and Chris were such a happy couple, and looking at the great photos of your family and Chris that you shared here brought back so many nice memories of times at York High and after graduation when we were all back in Virginia together.
With love and deepest sympathy,
Lori (Sorokatch) Sulmasy
November 9, 2010
I remember cycling with Chris throughout Hampton Roads, fast, serious, for many hours. I remember the enthusiasm new bike colors for the HDK team brought Chris; bright orange with black lettering for the Paramounts. I remember the scooter to motor-pace with along Jefferson toward Williamsburg. I remember turning on the nite lights and riding through the dark streets.
Blessings
Adam
November 8, 2010
Sharon, I was so sorry to hear about Chris. You, Zach and Sam are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Macrae, (Kegan and Randen's grandma)
Tim Slemons
November 8, 2010
My wife and I worked with Chris for many years in the bicycle industry. He never failed to impress me with the enthusiasm he had for his family - often regaling me with stories of the latest BMX race he had attended with his sons - and for his business, where he seemed to have a never ending drive to succeed. He always had a positive attitude, and used it to overcome any obstacle in his path. A true example for all of us. We'll miss you Chris.
Sheri Nichols
November 7, 2010
I first met Chris at the skating rink in Newport News waaaaaay back in the day! What a great guy and such a gentleman! I couldn't believe it and was very sad when I heard the news of his death. I often wondered which way the trails had taken him. He always had a go get 'em attitude, a smile on his face and a sparkle in his eye. He truly will be missed by everyone that had the honor to know him. God bless his friends, family, wife and kids... God Speed Chris!!!
Sheri Nichols
November 6, 2010
I first met Chris at the skating rink in Newport News waaaaaay back in the day! What a great guy and such a gentleman! I couldn't believe it and was very sad when I heard the news of his death. I often wondered which way the trails had taken him. He always had a go get 'em attitude, a smile on his face and a sparkle in his eye. He truly will be missed by everyone that had the honor to know him. God bless his friends, family, wife and kids... God Speed Chris!!!
Sherri Provance
November 6, 2010
Doug,
I know how you felt about Chris, know he will always be with you. My thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family. May peace and understanding find its way to you soon.
Helen Chewning
November 6, 2010
Doug, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother my heart goes out to you,please know you are in my prayers
Beth Jones-Fortner
November 6, 2010
My hearts go out to the Kuzma family. I can only imagine the loss your family feels. Chris was a wonderful person who will be missed by all! He was so proud of his family and I know he will be watching over you always! My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Vicky Tilley Creel
November 5, 2010
I first met Chris in Middle School. I have some great memories because of Chris. He was so full of energy and always had a smile. He was always making us laugh and showing off on his bike.LOL
A friend and I were talking not so long ago and I had wonder about Chris. I was really sad to see the news today. Please know your family is in my prayers.
l
November 5, 2010
Kuz and I worked at Bicycle Village together and from the first time I met him I knew we would be brothers for a long time. Many long hours together building bikes, installing networks and working hard! Chris has the capacity to work like no other person I have ever met! Chris had no guage of risk which is what made him such a successful retail businessman. Sheri, Zach and Sam your husband and dad was an amazing person and you should be proud of your Kuzma name. Chris put in the BIG RING and drop some people in heaven for us!
Love Mark Hall, Denver Colorado
Sherrie Cheshire Bollhorst
November 5, 2010
My deepest condolences for the untimely passing of your husband, brother, son, father, cousin and friend. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers. There is no doubt he is riding the hills in heaven!
November 5, 2010
I first saw Chris running around the Kuzma household, he must have been 7 or 8. Had a lot of energy. I remenber the old man shouting Billie... Douglas... See Chris was the good kid. He liked bikes and art. My condolences.
David Norton
November 5, 2010
Sharon and family, so sorry for your loss.Chris will be greatly missed by all that knew him, David and Caroline Norton (Newport News, Va.)
Charlotte Swindle Atkins
November 5, 2010
Shari, Zach, and Sam,
I am so sorry for loss! You and your family are in my prayers.
November 5, 2010
There will also be a memorial Ride leaving from the Williamsburg BikeBeat on Sunday morning (11/7/2010). The group is meeting at 9:30 for about a 30 mile social pace loop thru the classic roads of Williamsburg.
JJ & Cheri Jones
November 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Savour the memories you shared. God bless you all.
David, Dixie & Dakota Wilson
November 4, 2010
Shari, We are so sorry for your loss, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. David, Dakota, and I had such a wonderful time visiting with Chris in Vegas, he talked about you and the boys incessantly, he was so proud of his family! We are of course so grateful to have had those few hours, and will treasure them forever. We pray that you will find comfort and peace in the love and support of your family and friends. Blessings to each of you ~
November 4, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joanne Miller
November 4, 2010
Shari and Family,
We here in Seaford, Va and Zion Meth Church are so sadden by your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Miller (Julie's Mom)
Maurice (Reecee) Betz
November 4, 2010
I was dismayed to hear of Chris passing and am writing to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Wow, Kris was always full of energy and optimism. Always smiling and boy could he pack a punch. You will be missed brother. Bike in peace!!!
Kathi Whitt
November 4, 2010
Sharon, Zach, Sam, Dan, and Lois -- I am so very, very heartsick for each of you with the sudden and unexpected loss of your dear Chris. I have only heard him to be a truly wonderful husband and father, with a proud legacy to live onward.
No one will fill his shoes, but I pray and believe that over time, as you adjust to this tragedy, you all will find love, rest, and comfort among friends and family that care so very much for you. With my prayers and very sincerely, Kathi Randall Whitt
Carol McLain
November 4, 2010
We are devasted and hearbroken by the loss of my brother. He was well loved by all who knew him. Shari, Zach & Sam we love you - see you soon.
Cheryl Long
November 4, 2010
Shari,Zach,Sam and Kuzma Family,
Our hearts go out to you and your families during this sad time.Chris will be missed so much.You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Kautz
November 3, 2010
Shari, Zach and Sam,
Our hearts go out to you and your families at this time. Chris was a great individual and he was so proud of you and the boys. Please know that you are in our prayers and knowing God will keep you in his care during this time.
The Kautz Family
November 3, 2010
Shari, Zach and Sam, Our hearts go out to you and your families. Chris was such an inspiring man and very proud of you and they boys. Prayers for strength during this time. Love you all,
The Kautz Family
Paul Waring
November 3, 2010
We were very sorry to here about Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 3, 2010
Our prayers are with you Shari, Zack and Sam. Chris was an inspiration to so many!! Our kids truely adored him and will miss him!! The Kelty family
Robin McGarvey
November 3, 2010
Sharon, I am so sorry for your Loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you,the kids and the entire family. May God grant you the strength to find peace.
Ted Moreland
November 3, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Chris' untimely passing. The entire bicycling community joins you in mourning your loss. Ted Moreland
Donald Flinchum
November 2, 2010
Sharon, I am sorry to hear about Chris passing away, We raced BMX back in the 80's together. He was a great guy My family will keep your family in our prayers during these heard times.
Nissa Weisser
November 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Chris will be missed. He was a bright light in our lives. His laughter and energy will always fill our hearts and minds with fond memories.
David Wallace
November 2, 2010
It is very hard to say goodbye to family.Chris ,I know that you're smiling while in heaven knowing how many lives you have touched.Thank you for being a friend ,a brother,and a catalyst to make things happen.Know that you will never be forgotten.
Tom Petrehn II
November 2, 2010
I have not heard much about Chris since our BMX days in Hampton VA. , as the father of two and a small businessman I am touched deeply by this sad news. R.I.P. my friend.
Chris Rossow
November 2, 2010
Chris Kuzma you are a great dad! I am saddened that your gone.
Our prayers go out to Sharon,Zach and Sam. Many fond memories working for/with the Kuzma family at Bikestop.
Dolores Waltrip
November 2, 2010
May you rest in peace and enjoy the cycling of the heavens!!!! GOD SPEED for the family and childres
November 2, 2010
Sharon, I am so heartbroken for you and the boys. Chris was a wonderful person. The first week I knew him he was offering to show me the ropes of running a small business anytime I wanted to open my own! He was such a proud dad of Sam and Zach. When I would ask about you when you weren't in the office, he spoke of you with such love! He was a hard worker and a dedicated family man. I am so sorry for your loss! My prayers and thoughts are with you all!
Paul Danek
November 2, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear this! Chris was a wonderful guy to work with. We will miss his enthusiasm and friendly, joking manner.
Anthony Newsom
November 2, 2010
He was a great man, he will be missed. My heart goes out to Sharon and his boys.
Chris leading at Hampton BMX.....where he normally was...up front!!!
Jeff Reid
November 2, 2010
Jeff Reid
November 2, 2010
I raced with Chris years ago in Hampton ,VA and am so very sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers go out to Chris' family and friends.
Jim Doolittle
November 2, 2010
Sharon and Boys, I am so sorry about losing Chris so suddenly and unexpectedly. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jim Doolittle
Stan Winter
November 2, 2010
Doug, so upsetting to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers for Chris and your family.
The Winter Family
November 2, 2010
Dear Shari, some of our fondest memories from living in Colorado are of hanging out with Chris and you while our boys were still little. We are looking forward to seeing you on Sunday, just wish it were under much different circumstances.
Love, Johnnie and Christie
November 1, 2010
My condolences to the family. Chris was a great guy.
Joe Kincaid Elkview, WV
Darin Zaruba
November 1, 2010
We will miss Chris very much. He was an amazing guy. Our prayers are with your family.
Lisa Evans Field
November 1, 2010
Shari, Zach and Sam - I am so sorry for your loss - there are just no words. Our love and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Johnny West
November 1, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Chris at his store just a few days before his passing. As a vendor of Bike Stop I was really excited to work with him and Justin and we hit it off instantly talking only like 2 proud fathers can. Although I only knew Chris for a short while I felt privileged to have spent that hour or so talking with him and could instantly tell what a special person he is. My deepest condolences to his family and friends
November 1, 2010
Chris,
you will be truely miss. My prayer go out to your family.
Darlene Hill
November 1, 2010
Sharon, Sam, and Zach, our heartfelt prayers are with you during this time. We were completely shocked by this news! Although we knew your family through racing, it was clear that Chris had great integrity as a man, a father, a businessman, and husband. He was always offering support and encouragement to Tim and Justin at the tracks. We will miss Chris greatly!
Becky Kuzma
November 1, 2010
I am proud to be a member of the Kuzma family. I will always treasure the memories of the Holidays we shared together." Only the good die young".
Joanne Lara
November 1, 2010
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. May the memories keep you going...God Bless!
A childhood friend!
Cindy Lee Woods
November 1, 2010
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Kuzma family, Chris will be missed!!
November 1, 2010
Sharon,
We are so sorry for your loss. You and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nick and Jeanine Kokot and family
Douglas Kuzma
November 1, 2010
Chris ,
You were my hero my MVP my Superstar. But most of you were my brother
I will forever miss you.
Rick Bartels
November 1, 2010
To the family so sorry for your Loss , thoughts and prayers are with you
Bonnie Patton
November 1, 2010
My heart goes out to you for your loss and I am pray'n for your family.
Brian Jones
October 31, 2010
We will all miss you brother.Shari,Sam and Zach you are in our prayers.
Denise Staples
October 31, 2010
I'm sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you
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