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Christopher Anthony Chaparro

1988 - 2017

Christopher Anthony Chaparro obituary, 1988-2017, Reno, NV

BORN

1988

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Truckee Meadows Cremation & Burial

616 S Wells Ave

Reno, Nevada

Christopher Chaparro Obituary

Christopher Anthony Chaparro

April 8, 1988

March 31, 2017

Christopher Anthony Chaparro passed away on March 31, 2017 surrounded by loving family and friends. Despite his ongoing battle with cancer, Chris always took the time to make sure those around him were taken care of. He was joined in marriage to the love of his life, Samantha Sue Millard, on July 21, 2012. Sammi remained at his side up to the very last moment.

Chris was born in Bishop, California to Catalino Chaparro and Patricia Brown on April 8, 1988. He went to school in Carson City, Nevada where his love of life and his generous heart forged many friendships. His generous heart extended to animals, including his three pit bulls: Vaca, Penny and Vinnie.

Chris is survived by his wife Samantha Sue (Millard) Chaparro, his mother Patricia Brown Finley, his step-father Rob Finley, his father Catalino Chaparro, his brothers Nick and Steven Chaparro, sister-in-law Julie Chaparro, his grandmother Loretta Brown, his father-in-law Ernie Millard, his mother-in-law Mindy Millard, 2 nieces, and many friends and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 8th. Details will be provided by his wife Sammi and mother Tricia.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Nevada Humane Society or the American Cancer Society.

The family of Chris wishes to extend our sincerest thanks to the wonderful staff at Renown.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader on Apr. 5, 2017.

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Cheryl Scarlata

April 10, 2019

Miss you so much nephew. That will never change.

April 8, 2017

My sincere condolences to your family. May God "who comforts us in all our trials" (2 Cor 1:4) comfort you and your family at such a difficult time. I know God will help you to endure because he cares for you (1Peter 5 :7).

Susan Olito

April 7, 2017

Godspeed, Chris - you fought a valiant fight....condolences to the entire Chaparro family, especially Cat & Patricia, Nick and Steve. You are forever young, always missed.....

Robin Vaulet

April 6, 2017

I'm so sorry for the loss of your Son Patricia and Cat! Although I can't imagine your pain I just want your family to know that are praying for you and your family and his wife!

Tracy Marvin

April 6, 2017

Christopher you were loved by many and will be truly missed..

Tracy Hall

April 6, 2017

Heaven gained another beautiful soul. Rest in Peace Christopher.

With love,
Dave and Tracy Hall

Cheryl Scarlata

April 6, 2017

My heart has a big hole in it now that you are gone. I love you and I miss you so much. You put up a hell of a fight. You grew up to be an awesome man and husband. Until we see each other again...

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