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Christopher Mapes Obituary
Chesapeake - Christopher David Mapes, 22, died November 25, 2011. Christopher was born in Chesapeake to David L. Mapes and Deborah Jean Upchurch. He was a Star Scout in troop 836, had wrestled at Oscar Smith Middle School and played soccer with the South Norfolk Recreation League. He was predeceased by his grandfather David Mapes.
Left to cherish his memory are his parents, David L. Mapes and wife Rachel and Deborah Upchurch of Chesapeake; sister, Brandi Nicole Mapes of Chesapeake; fiancé Alaina Mullinax and her daughter, Brianna of Chesapeake; paternal grandmother, Donna Mapes of Chesapeake; maternal grandparents, Carl and Betty McNail of Chesapeake; aunts and uncles, Donna, Burt and Tina Harrison, Deborah Warren, Danny and Susan Mapes, Darlene Whitesell and fiancé Will, and Dianna Thomas and fiancé Harvey; very special cousin, Mike Thomas; best friend, Lance Louvette; and a host of other family and friends.
The family will receive friends at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 929 Battlefield Blvd., South, Chesapeake, VA on Tuesday from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyer.com.
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JOE MCLAUGHLIN
December 1, 2011
YOU WHERE CALLED TO EARLY. ONLY GOD KNOWS HIS PLAN FOR YOU. YOU ARE LOVED BY MANY,AND YOUR MEMORIES WILL LIVE IN THE MINDS OF YOU FAMILY AN FRIENDS FOR EVER .WE LOVE YOU CHRIS .
Rich Grimm
November 30, 2011
To the family and friends of Chris, I was saddened to learn of Chris's passing. I first met Chris a number of years ago when he joined Boy Scout Troop 836. As a Scout leader in Troop 836, I spent many enjoyable hours with him on camping trips and other Scouting activities. Chris was a good Scout who enjoyed the outdoors and was well-liked by the other Scouts. Over the years I saw him around Chesapeake often; my son, Brian, was also a wrestler and we would see Chris at middle school wrestling events. Later on in high school, Chris and Brian worked together for Farm Fresh grocery stores. Chris never failed to engage me in friendly conversation when our paths crossed. Sadly, I lost touch with Chris when my family moved away from Chesapeake earlier this year. I will always remember Chris as a fun-loving kid, with a good sense of humor. I have enjoyed the photo tribute that Brandi placed on Facebook. I will keep Chris and his extended family in my prayers.
Amy Voll
November 29, 2011
To the family and loved ones of Christopher Mapes, Like the setting of the sun with the rising of the moon, Gone too Soon, Like a comet blazing through the evening sky, Gone Too Soon. My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to your family. I am so very sorry for the loss of such a young man.
Reuben Shaw
November 29, 2011
I can not even begin to fully understand the pain that you are going through but one thing that I can assure you of is that God did not take Chris away from you. God is a loving person and would not do anything to purposely hurt you or anyone else. The bible tells us at Ezekiel 18:32 that God "does not take delight in the death of someone dying." I am very sorry for your loss and hope that you will find strength to endure and comfort for your souls. Learn more about your Heavenly Father and how one day things like this will never ever happen again.
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Nickey Rosnato
November 28, 2011
Dear David,Debbie and Brandie, My family and I are so sorry for your loss, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.Respectfully.The Rosnato Family
Janice Shreves
November 28, 2011
So very sorry for your lost. Praying that God will carry you all through the coming days and that He will grace you with His comfort and peace. Love, Janice and family
November 27, 2011
Chris this is crazy yo we never really chilled but u was my lil home I miss u...
allison obenaus
November 27, 2011
Chris, there are so many good qualities to you. You were such a nice person. Good hearted. You always made people smile and feel better when they were down. I'm going to miss you and I know there are so many more who will as well. I can't believe your gone. You always made me laugh in english when it was dead silent. You were a great person. I know you will be looking over everyone.
Laura Mason
November 27, 2011
We will never understand why God takes the good ones from us, He called him home way too early. None of us will find the right answer, but we must believe that it is the best thing. It still is unreal, doesn't seem like it was possible for someone so blessed, so loved to be gone. Chris, you were not only my ex-neighbor (: but you were a friend, who always brought a smile to our faces. I'll never forget you yelling from across the street, that giggle you made, sitting in the street, or listening to that car of yours pulling up to Lance's, being as loud as you possibly could reving your engine...it was going to look good once you painted it bud...everything you did, everywhere you went you put a stamp on someone's life.
All of my respects go out to your family, they are filled with grief, but I will pray they are comforted by your memory.
Kathy Leonard
November 27, 2011
Danny, Susan, Allie and DJ,, We are so sorry for the loss of your loved nephew,, Please know that we are here for all of you ..
Mark and Kathy Leonard
Moyock, NC
Joanne Landgrave
November 27, 2011
Please know family our deepest sorrow is with you during this time.Our prayers are with you as well.
Your second cousin from Texas
November 27, 2011
I am thinking of you Mija. All of our prayers are with you and your family
Love
Your Burger King Family
samantha bryant
November 27, 2011
Chris, I can't believe your gone. Scotty called me in Maine and told me. My mind keeps replaying middle school and high school, we alway joked and you kept me laughing on my rough days. I will always.remember.you! Love you bud Samantha
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