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Christopher Barrack Obituary
Christopher Alan Barrack, 23, of Forest, died Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, doing what he loved best: working on cars. He was the husband of Lesley Anderson Barrack. Chris was born in Charlotte, N.C., on Aug. 1, 1987, the son of Carrie Karpenske Barrack and Roderick Clifton Barrack, of Barrack's Landing, Glass.
In addition to his wife and parents, Chris is survived by his grandparents, Jack and Peggy Karpenske, of Lynchburg, and Susan Reinecke and Russ Ferris, of North Carolina; his mother and father-in-law, Richard and Lisa Anderson, of Goode; his aunts and uncles, Jennipher and Mike Lucado, of Lynchburg, Jane and Jeff Bockert, of North Carolina, Sara and Rob Black, of Oregon, Jonathan and Mary-Lynn Karpenske, of New York, and Gerald and Cindy Barrack, of Gloucester; his grandmothers-in-law, Phyllis Anderson, of Lynchburg, and Janet Cox, of Goode; his pet Doberman, Scooter; and a large extended family and many good friends.
He was predeceased by his grandfather, Reginald Clifton Barrack, and his grandmother, Mary Geraldine Doyle.
Chris graduated from Jefferson Forest High School and attended Central Virginia Community College. He was employed as an automotive mechanic with Berglund Kia of Lynchburg and attended Lynchburg Church of the Brethren.
Chris was talented in many artistic mediums. He had a special love for his family and touched many lives with his sense of humor.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010, at Lynchburg Church of the Brethren, with the Rev. Jack D. Karpenske officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow the service.
Memorial contribution may be made in Chris's memory to the Doberman Rescue League of the Triad, P.O. Box 14037, Greensboro, NC 27415.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharp
funeralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Barrack
Christa
September 16, 2010
My heart goes out to the family. Chris was a wonderful guy and will truly be missed.
Lianne Hunt
September 15, 2010
Lesley,
My deepest sympathy to you and the entire family. You all will be in my prayers. Take comfort in knowing Chris is with our Lord and you are in the palm of His hand.
September 14, 2010
Carrie and Rod,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for the loss of your dear son.
Liz Smith & John D. Barksdale
Becky and Dennis Bigger
September 12, 2010
Rod and Carrie,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will be kept in our thoughts and prayers. May god be by your sides, and bring you comfort.
niki DiGuardo
September 11, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We used to live in front of Chris and at the time his fiance Lesley. They would come hang out and take care of our daughter. What a sweet guy Chris was and so caring. To all the family I am sorry and you are all in my prayers.
Danny & Brenda Coffman
September 11, 2010
Rod & Carrie,
We are so sorry to have read about Chris' passing. I haven't seen him in years but remmember him well. May God be with all of you at this time.
Nancy Gillespie
September 9, 2010
My deepest and most sincere sympathy goes out to each member of the family of Chris. To Peggy and Jack - I met you after the UVa game on the shuttle bus and prayed over you. I continue to pray over you, and all the family, praying that the Holy Spirit will blanket you with God's love, His Peace, and His Comfort. To Lesley, Carrie, and Rod - please accept my love and sympathy, even though we have never met. I will continue to keep you close to my heart in prayer and thought. May God Bless You and Keep You. May He Make His Face to Shine Upon You and Be Gracious to You. In Christ's Unending Love
September 9, 2010
Carrie and Rod,
Words cannot express your loss. We are so sorry to hear about Chris. You are in our prayers,God Bless.
Don't hesitate to call if you need anything!
Mike,Dianne,Christopher and Cory Hammock
Brittany Anderson
September 9, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that Chris will always watch over you and will live on in our hearts.
Talma Mills
September 9, 2010
Carrie and Rod, I was so sorry to hear that Chris had passed.My deepest sympathy to you both. God Bless you.
Kerri Ogden-Wright
September 9, 2010
Jack,
How times fly. I am very sorry for your loss, I know we haven't spoken for many, many years, but if there is anything I can do for you or your family please feel free to let me know.
Again, my sincerest sympathies!
Wesley, Linda and Carol Sue Walker
September 9, 2010
Carrie, Roderick and Lesley,
Magic happens when two hearts become connected, and memories can never be erased. We are so sorry for your loss.
Fred Schmitt
September 9, 2010
Rod and Carrie,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I have fond memories of Scooter, he was a great young man.
steve&becky worley
September 9, 2010
Rod & Carrie ... We are so sad to hear about your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. May God comfort you and help you through this most difficult time.
Steve,Becky and Scott Worley
Ezzat Motaghedi
September 9, 2010
Chris was a great guy, I remember him well from when I was at JF with him.I give the family my deepest sympathy and my prayers are too with you all. May God bring peace.
September 9, 2010
Lesley (Baby girl),
You know how I felt about Chris. He and I clicked the momemt you introduced us. I am truly going to miss the joking around the 3 of us did. Take comfort and find strength in knowing that he is with God now. You know you can call me anytime if you need me. Love your other Mom, Delphia
Phyllis & Bill Huffman
September 9, 2010
Our deepest sympathy for both families. David & Shirley would come here sometimes with Chris. He was the cutest little boy, & just fit in with all of us. Sorry we have let the years go by & they really fly.
If there is anything at any time that we can help, please let us know.
God bless always,
Bill & Phyllis Huffman
September 8, 2010
Lesley,
Praying for the peace that only God can provide. You have my number if you need to talk.
Susan K. Roehrich
Belinda Scott
September 8, 2010
Barrack Family... i knew Chris in high school and am DEEPLY sorry to hear of your loss! he was such a good guy ... full of jokes and laughter always .... he was a good friend. and he will be missed terribly!
Dora Brockman
September 8, 2010
Jack and Peggy,
You have been on my mind and close to my heart since Saturday on the shuttle bus going back to our cars. You are in my prayers. May God bless you and keep you in His care, may He lift you and help comfort you.
In His love,
Dora Kay Brockman
Charlottesville, Va
Alice and Sonny Dix
September 8, 2010
Carrie,Rod and Leslie,
Sonny and I will keep you in our prayers and pray for you during this most difficult time. With love and deepest sympathy,
Mollye Hays
September 8, 2010
I worked with Chris for four years on the Cavalier Corner Morning Show at JFHS. He was such a great guy. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
Donna Will
September 8, 2010
We are so very sorry to hear about Chris, he was such a great guy. Our thoughts are with you!!!
cindy krantz
September 8, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. God Bless you!
September 8, 2010
Carrie and Family,
I am so so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. He was a sweet boy and I enjoyed talking to him when he would come into Lowes. Please know you are all in my prayers.
Wendi Bell
(Lowes Timberlake)
Dan & Dana Osborne
September 7, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss
Gibbs and Jean Arthur
September 7, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
The Bailey's
September 7, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Kirsten Gravely
September 7, 2010
Rod, Carrie, and Lesley,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember our childhood scavenger hunts with white chocolate covered oreos at the end. Always cherish the good memories. He was truly an amazing person with a kind heart.
Robinette Moon
September 7, 2010
Lesley,
Words can not express how deeply sadden the boys & I am for you and your family. You are in our prayers.
Linda Adams
September 7, 2010
Lesley,
We are so sorry for your loss. Chris was a sweet young man and will be missed. May you and your family fill the loving arms of God during this difficult time.
Melissa Lindstrom
September 7, 2010
Lesley, i'm so sorry for your loss...Chris was a great man and will be missed by many...may you have some comfort during this difficult time..i'm praying God will give you strength during this time of loss.
LaRae Davis
September 7, 2010
Dear Barrack Family,
I just wanted to let you'll know that you're in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time of loss. Chris had a great sense of humor and may that smile that he gave to others be with you'll always. Take Care...
Jared and Jennifer Marquis
September 7, 2010
Rod, Carrie and Lesley,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Donald and Wanda Goodman
September 7, 2010
Rod, Carrie, Lesley and families, Our thoughts and prayer be with you all in this hard time. We loved Chris, as he was a good helper at the New London Airport. The world has a little less spark in it, but heaven is a little brighter.
Rea Brown
September 7, 2010
Just to let you all know we heard about this after the UVA game Saturday and want to express our thoughts and prayers.
September 7, 2010
Lesley:
I love you and Chris so much and my heart breaks for you. I am continually lifting you up in prayer and ask God to give you his comfort, peace and love as only he can give. You're my sweet girl and you can count on me to be there for you whenever you need me.
Rick & Lisa:
I know that Chris was such a special, vital part of your life. We are all here to surround you with our love and prayers.
I love you and will truly miss our Chris.
Love,
Lisa Kay
Lori Loos
September 7, 2010
Carrie and Rod,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you. May God wrap his arms around you both and give you peace during this most difficult time.
The Hegners'
September 7, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family during this time of sorrow.
If you anything at all please do not hesitate to call.
God Bless!!!
The Hegner Family
Kim Miller
September 7, 2010
Thinking of you in sympathy and prayer. May God bring you acceptance and serenity.
Carol Scott
September 7, 2010
You have been in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 7, 2010
Our sympathy to the family. A & M Hipps,Church of the Brethren
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