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Christopher Ising Obituary
He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick and Betty Ising; his father-in-law, Heyburn Gerber; in-laws, Joe Smith and Donna Gerber; and his nephew, Andrew Ising.
He is survived by his wife, Ann Gerber Ising; daughters, Katie and Maggie Ising; sisters, Denise Sadler (Roger) and Dianne Smith; brothers, Mike Ising, Scott Ising (Ann Jr.) and Brian Ising (Nathalie); mother-in-law, Margie Gerber; brothers-in-law, Jim Gerber, David Gerber (Lucia) and John Gerber; and a great many nieces and nephews.
His funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a. m. Wednesday at Our Mother of Sorrows Church, 760 Eastern Pkwy., with burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 8 p. m. Tuesday at Embry-Bosse Funeral Home 2723 Preston Hwy.
Memorial gifts may be made to St. Xavier High School, Assumption High School or the Carmelites Sisters.
"It is not how Chris died that we will remember, but how he lived. How he did live!"
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Ising
Michael Burnell
June 7, 2010
To Ann and family,
I only found out the tradgic news last night. I am devistated for the family and everyone who knew Chris.
To me he was a friend. A true friend.
We had alot of laughs and memorable times together and will be deeply missed.
I'll miss you "Bear"
My preys and love go out to you Ann and the family.
Sincerely, Aussie Mick
Melissa Beckham Born
May 16, 2010
Brian and family,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I have had the entire family in my prayers for many months now.
I pray for your peace and healing in this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Melissa Beckham Born
Tina Owens
May 13, 2010
To the family of Chris,
I have not seen Chris is many many years - since our highschool days. We were in 2 plays together - Annie Get Your Gun and South Pacific. Chris and I became fast friends. We shared some great memories before our choices took us in opposite directions ..mine away from Louisville. But I always remembered him and how joy-filled he was. Wow --what a surprise to learn of his passing. I am so sorry for your loss; there is truly a void here that over time will fill but oh so slowly. Go gently. I am confident you are grateful for the time you had together. Tina
Michael Schenk
May 13, 2010
Ann: Marilyn and I would like to express out deepest sympathies to you and your daughters. The service by Father H was wonderful.
May Peace be with you, Maggie, Katie, and the entire family.
Marilyn and Mike
Carol Neeley
May 13, 2010
Dear Ann, Katie, Maggie, and Ising Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Chris. He was such a wonderful person and everyone loved him. He would always make Mom, Mary Jane Schaaf, laughed so much she would almost cry. Our prayers are with you.
Carol and Brian Neeley
May 13, 2010
Ann, I wanted you to know that the funeral mass for Chris was so beautiful. His Irish Eyes were definately smiling down from Heaven on you and your family. I took my Mom, Dad, and Susan to an Irish Pub yesterday and we drank a beer and toasted his life in Irish Style.
Our love and prayers, Patrice
May 12, 2010
Brian,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlie & Gail Oerther
Kim McIntyre
May 11, 2010
Ann-Please know you and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Kim and James McIntyre
Joe and Melanie Lilly
May 11, 2010
We are very sorry for your loss. We thought Chris was a terrific guy and we enjoyed talking with him, especially at the annual Xtravaganza. You are in our prayers.
May 11, 2010
Brian,
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven became a little brighter this week. Your brother was a good man who overcame many obstacles in his life... he always looked on the bright side.
Tim Furlong
Sondra Albert
May 11, 2010
Ann and Scott -
I was just shocked when I saw Chris's name in the obituary. I always asked Ann how he was doing and knew he had gone back to the hospital, but I just didn't expect this. Scott, I don't know you, but enjoy the friendship I have with your wife, Ann meeting once a month with our Mom's Group. I am so sorry that you, Ann and the family have to experience another loss in your lives. Scott, I am so glad that you were able to spend such a close time with your brother as he was going through his treatments.
Now Ann and Scott your precious Andrew will have another family member to prepare where you will join them again. I'm sure there will be extra beautiful gardens with Chris's help and interesting music being played with Andrew's help.
My thoughts and prayers will be with Chris's family and Scott and Ann as you climb up that ladder of grief.
Lynnetta Hornback
May 11, 2010
Dear Ann, Katie and Maggie,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. Chris was an amazing man who loved you all so much. I will miss his smiling face and delicious cooking! May he watch over all of us as he tends to the beautiful gardens in heaven! God Bless you!
tim faust
May 11, 2010
Ann, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 11, 2010
Lonnie and Jane
May 11, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Lonnie and Janie Ritchey
Terry Clark Osting Blanton
May 10, 2010
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a wonderful man, and I will never forget his generous spirit. I'll never forget him happening along when I had run out of gas in Cherokee Park with a baby and a toddler! He must have been a wonderful father. I remember how excited he was when I was pregnant with Cheryl and still at school at Bellarmine--he kept wanting to feel her move! The world is a better place and I am a better person having known him. You and the girls will be in my thoughts and prayers, especially over these next few difficult days.
Deb Murphy
May 10, 2010
Dianne and family, you're in my heart and thougths.
Love you
Ellen Young
May 10, 2010
Ann, You have my sympathies. Just the mention of Chris and I am carried away to the happy, carefree years we shared at Bellarmine. Heaven is that much more enticing knowing that Chris is there now. Again, I am sorry for your loss.
Love, Ellen McKiernan Young
Anita Simkins
May 10, 2010
Dianne, I am so sorry for your loss!
Anita Worman Simkins, Louisville, KY
May 10, 2010
Diane & family, I'm sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. Sharon Hill (former GFF emp)
Jeanne Mattingly
May 10, 2010
Ann, my condolences to you and your entire family over the loss of Chris. I truly respected him for the issues he faced in his life. He never let anything get in his way. He was a very successful man in his work and home environment. He truly loved his wife and girls. My deepest sympathies Ann and God bless you, your girls and family.
Kimberly Labreche
May 10, 2010
I’ve been reminiscing about all the fun we had as kids fishing at the Ehrler Dairy farm and how Chris chased the geese, the early days working at Pat’s Footlong Hotdogs in the Midway when Chris and I worked all day together trading with the Corn Dog booth behind us, mowing Gramps lawn, picking tomatoes from his garden, and sitting in the swing at night singing “Bat, bat come under my hat and I’ll give you a piece of bacon!” Those were the days! I am so sorry that my dear cousin is gone now, but I take great comfort in the thought that I know I will see him again someday in heaven.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your path straight.” Proverbs 3:5,6
Dear Ann, I am praying for you, Katie and Maggie during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to all of you. God bless you all,
May 10, 2010
I'm sorry for hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers with be with your family. Stacy Franey (sister of Chris and Jaye McAfee)
David Feller
May 10, 2010
Chris was a great guy. He was one of the first guys I met at St. X. He was a great example on how to live life. I glad I knew him. We will all miss him.
May 10, 2010
I have to many funny memories of chris to count. I smiled everytime I saw him. He was truly a Wonderful Man. He will be greatly missed by all that had the pleasure to know him. With Love, Joe Pregliasco (Louisville, Ky)
Cary Willis
May 10, 2010
I'm so sorry, Ann, Jim and everyone else in the Ising and Gerber families. Chris rescued what had to have been the most wretched property in my neighborhood and turned it into a landscaping showplace. I will always think of Chris and the way he laughed at the challenges my wife and I posed for him whenever I wander through my yard. May there be verdant gardens for you in heaven, my man.
GREG MUENCH
May 10, 2010
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, CHRIS WAS A GREAT PERSON. WHEN EVER I SAW HIM HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE. HE ALWAYS TOOK CARE OF ALICE AND TREATED HER LIKE HIS MOM. YOU ALL WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
GREG MUENCH & FAMILY
Rev. Terry Langford
May 10, 2010
Ann, Katie & Maggie,
Please accept my sympathies on the loss of such a wonderful person as your Husband and Dad! Chris was always so friendly and good to me. I will offer a Mass for his eternal rest.
Blessings,
Fr. Terry
Susan Keeling
May 10, 2010
To all the extended Ising family and friends,
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss of Chris and pray God grants you peace, love and wonderful memories to help you through this and that his love for you will sustain you through your life time. God be with and bless you all.
Vickie Sizemore
May 10, 2010
Dianne,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your brother. I never really knew him but I remember your stories. May God carry you and his family thru this time of sorrow.
Vickie Sizemore (an old neighbor)
May 10, 2010
Indescribable sadness for the loss of a great man and neighbor. We remember him for his generosity and terrific sense of humor. Barbara and Carl Nett
Sara (Cashon) Reichler
May 10, 2010
I am crushed by this news. Ann,I regret I never had the pleasure of meeting you and your girls, but you are in my prayers; I know that Chris was very happy. Chris was my first love and my date for my senior prom. I have never forgotten his laugh, his generosity, his lust for life. He was one in a million and he will leave a large void in the lives of so many.
Janet Adkins
May 10, 2010
Maggie and Katie, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers. If there is anything you need, please let me know. Love, Mrs. Adkins (Assumption High School)
May 10, 2010
Dear Ann and Family,
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. May God wrap you in His loving arms and give you comfort.
Love, Barbara (your BBB)
steve mitchell
May 10, 2010
chris was as fine a man as i ever met. he treated everyone as though they were his best friend. he will missed so. he was a true example of how to live life.
Patricia schaaf
May 10, 2010
Dear Ann, Katie, Maggie, and Ising family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Chris will forever live in the hearts of all of us that loved him so. We have laugh and cried this weekend, thinking of all the good times/ stories we have shared through out our lives with Chris. We hope and pray your memories will bring you comfort and knowing he is in heaven with his Mom, Dad, Joe, Andrew, Uncle Bill, and Aunt Mary Jane.
We Love you all,
and we will miss you cousin Chris..
Glenn, Trish, and family
Paul Herde
May 10, 2010
It has been a long time since Annie Get Your Gun and South Pacific. Your upbeat attitude was infectious. You will be missed.
Mary Finnegan
May 10, 2010
I will always remember Chris' smiling face, his sunny disposition and his kindness and concern for everyone. We have lost an angel here on earth. May wonderful memories help his family and friends through this difficult time.
May 10, 2010
Chris was truley a remarkable person. Just want to say it was my pleasure to be able to say I knew him. With love,Debbie Wibbels and Family
May 10, 2010
Maggie and family,
You all are in my prayers. Please let me know if you need anything. Love, Mrs. Lange (Assumption High School)
Donna Laemmle
May 10, 2010
Dear Maggie,
Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you and your family at this difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 10, 2010
Dianne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I did not get to meet Chris, but if he was anything like his sister, he was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Barb
Merry Hemmer Hagan
May 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Chris will truely be missed. Never again will a pinch on the but mean the same.
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