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Christopher Lewis Obituary
KANNAPOLIS - Christopher Ryan Lewis, age 32, died Monday, April 5, 2010, on arrival at Rowan Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, after injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born Nov. 2, 1977, in Lynchburg, Va., the son of Edward Lewis and Anne Cosby Lewis. He attended Larry A. Ryle High School, Richwood, Ky., and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College.
He was employed with Rick Pethel Plumbing in China Grove and attended Charity Baptist Church, Kannapolis. Chris was a wonderful husband and devoted father. He touched the lives of anyone that knew him. Chris was a family man whose world revolved around his children and wife.
Survivors, in addition to his parents, include his wife, Amber Little Lewis, whom he married Aug. 8, 1998; three children, Brooklyn Drew Lewis, age 11, Caleb Ryan Lewis, age 7, Madisyn Paige Lewis, age 4;
His grandfather, Edward L. Lewis of Lynchburg, Va.; his brother, William Lewis and wife Jill of Lynchburg, Va., and their son, Connor; his sister, Shannon Perkins and her son, Johnathan Perkins of Florida;
He was son-in-law to David and Dianne Little of Landis; his sister-in-law is Allison Little of Landis; and he has a very large extended family and is survived by a host of wonderful caring friends.
Service: The funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday, April 9 at Charity Baptist Church, Kannapolis, officiated by Dr. R.J. Hammond and Rev. Chris Pethel. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park, Kannapolis.
Visitation: The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 8 at Whitley's Funeral Home.
Memorials: May be made to St. Marks Lutheran Church, c/o Chris Lewis Family Fund. Mail to Center Stage Dance, 150 S. Bostian St., China Grove, NC 28023; or drop off at Community One Bank in China Grove or Enochville.
Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Lewis
CONNIE HELMS
April 13, 2010
AMBER, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE BEEN IN MY PRAYERS SINCE I HEARD. I AM SO SORRY. I PRAY FOR GOD'S PEACE AND COMFORT TO SURROUND YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
I WORKED WITH YOU AT NEMC-PHYSICIAN NETWORK BILLING. I WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP YOU ALL IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
CONNIE HELMS
Myrtie McWhorter
April 12, 2010
Amber I am so sorry to hear about your husband. You are in my prayers and you have a wonderful family for support. I don't know if you remember me but I worked at We Luv Um Child Care where Allison stayed. God Bless you and your family. Love Myrtie
Jennifer Almond
April 11, 2010
Amber,
I just heard this morning and am deeply saddened for your loss. I am so very sorry and can not imagine what you and the kids are going through. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. God is with you and loves you all.
Love,
Jennifer Almond
April 11, 2010
loving you and missing you. I can only imagine,I can only imagine...
Cherrie Fink & Family
April 11, 2010
Amber and Family
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Such a sad time, but GOD will see you thur. Love ya all .
Bev Esteppe
April 10, 2010
Anne and your family, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one.Keep God in your heart, as he does listen. May God Bless you all, in Jesus name.Amen Love, Bev (Sarasota)
April 10, 2010
Anne, Ed and Shannon...
Ron and I were devastated by the tragic news of Chris' death.
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all at this sad time. Please know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris was in Little League Baseball with our 2 sons, Chad & Matthew
and we have the fondest memories of him. I know that the passing of time will strengthen you and surround you all with fond and comforting memories. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Susan and Ron Cox (Jacksonville, FL)
Jeff Mushala
April 9, 2010
I met Chris about 4 yrs ago when our sons played t-ball together. I knew then that he was a good man and had his heart in the right place. I will never forget his smile or his laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emily Taylor
April 9, 2010
I grew up with Chris and the Lewis family in Lynchburg, VA. I have very found memories of him and am heartbroken to hear of your loss. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. You are all in my thoughts, prayers and have my deepest sympathy. May you all have the strength to carry each other through this trying time. My heart goes out to you all.
Tamara Hill
April 9, 2010
To The Lewis Family,
I personally didn't know Chris but just reading the news articles has touched me in several ways. I just wanted the family to know that I and many others whom didn't know Chris are praying for you all in this time of loss.
Julie Pyle
April 8, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family..My daughter use to dance at center stage.. I know they will miss Chris he helped out so much
God Bless you and your family
Julie and Stephanie Pyle
April 8, 2010
Amber & family.I was so sorry to hear about Chris. We can't understand the things that happens in our life,we just have to trust the Lord to get us through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Vonnie Bowers
Harold & Diane Ford
April 8, 2010
Amber, Diane and I are so sorry to hear about Chris. I was at Becky,s Monday when Dale called and told her and she relayed to Betty and me. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We want you to know that we are here if you need us. May GOD bless you and keep you and your family and give you strength and comfort every day.
Andrew & Carrie Deal
April 8, 2010
Amber and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Chris. He did our plumbing for our house a few years ago and was a very nice guy. If there is anything we can do, we would be glad too! You and your precious family are in our thoughts and prayers constantly. Please take care and know we love you all!!
Lucy Wilkes
April 8, 2010
Dear Lewis Family,
We are so terribly sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this time and bless your family. You are in our prayers.
Walter and Lucy Wilkes
Chris, Rhonda, Lacey and Carley Trull
April 8, 2010
Dear Lewis Family - You are and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers in all the days ahead as you face your loss. Our Deepest Sympathy to the entire family.
Pam Hooks
April 8, 2010
Amber and Lewis Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Chris. I had the priviledge of working with Chris at Home Depot and what an awsome and great guy he was. To know him was to love him that's for sure. I can't imagine what you are going through right now but, just know there are people that have never met you that are praying for and thinking of you all. I pray that God touches each of you and comforts your hearts through this difficult time. Treasure all of your memories and smile at just the thought of him. God certainly added another angel in Heaven. He will be there with open arms as one day, to welcome you all when we leave this temporary home we share.
Blessings and my prayers to you all,
Janie Eller Bryant
April 8, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Debbie Terry
April 8, 2010
My heart goes out to the family at this time and the days ahead. May God give you peace and everything that you need.
All families involved are in my prayers.
Love to all,
Debbie Terry (Franklin Heights Baptist Church)
Patsy Sellers
April 8, 2010
Amber and Diane my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steven Rodgers
April 8, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Todd Booth
April 8, 2010
Dear Dianne and Amber, my heart goes out to you both and family in this time of sadness. I pray that God will hold you and your family in the palm of His hand and you will know His peace and comfort. Chris was such a great guy, he was always so nice to me. Amber, you are a ray of sunshine, please continue to let your light shine, for it's sometimes in the darkest hours that our candle shines it's brightest. Romans 8:28. Peace cometh in the morning, it makes us fresh and new. Hold tightly onto your faith and God will bring you through this tragedy. Gosh-my heart goes out to you and the children Amber. I don't understand how things like this happen.
Dawn, Nicholas, Meredith and I will remember you in our prayers.
Peace and Love Always,
Todd, Dawn, Nicholas and Meredith Booth
Aaron Leaton
April 8, 2010
Amber and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with Chris' family and friends. I was able to work with Chris at Home Depot and I will never forget the great times we had. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Tangy H. Roseborough
April 8, 2010
May your memories bring you comfort during this tragic time. Mr. Lewis seemed like such and exceptional man as indicated in the news story. He left his children a rich legacy on which they can build their lives. No fancy words or favorite scripture can ease the pain you must be feeling. Cry when you need to, laugh often, and remember the good times and smile.
Yours in HIS service,
Tangy H. Roseborough
Tommy Cline
April 8, 2010
Eddie and Anne,
I was saddento hear of Chris' death. May the Lord be with you and know one day that you will see him again.
Brandi Drye
April 8, 2010
Amber,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
April 8, 2010
Eddie, I keep up with our class thru the BHS website. You were in our Class of '65. I am so very sorry for your loss and may God be with you through these difficult times.
Cindy Vaughan
Pam Bessette
April 7, 2010
ANNE, ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
TINA UTLEY
April 7, 2010
AMBER AND KIDS,
I CAN NOT BEGIN TO TELL YOU HOW SORRY I AM TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF A WONDERFUL FATHER, HUSBAND, AND FRIEND THAT YOU HAVE HAD THIS WEEK. GOD HAS TRULLY GAINED A VERY SPECIAL ANGEL THIS WEEK AND HE WILL FOREVER BE WATCHING OVER YOU AND THE KIDS. I KNOW THAT IT IS HARD TO FIND ANY COMFORT IN THIS HAD TIME OF GRIEF, BUT YOUR COMFORT IS THAT YOU KNOW THAT ONE DAY YOU "WILL" BE WITH HIM AGAIN ONE DAY IN HEAVEN... THAT IN ITS SELF IS A TRUE BLESSING FOR YOU AND THE KIDS.. MAY GOD'S GRACE AND COMFORT BE WITH YOU AND THE KIDS AND YOUR FAMILIES DURING THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS AND THE MANY HARD YEARS TO COME. IF I CAN HELP YOU, OR IF YOU NEED ANYTHING PLEASE LET ME KNOW I WILL BE HERE FOR YOU FOR ANYTHING GIRL...
MUCH LOVE AND PRAYERS,
MORGAN,MAGGIE, AND TINA UTLEY
Daniel Rayfield
April 7, 2010
Amber and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Chris was such a wonderful man. I enjoyed my time working with him at Home Depot and the many memories and talks we had. Chris was an all around great person, and just had that way of making you smile.
Gracyn G
April 7, 2010
Amber and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. May Chris's memories always be in your hearts.
April 7, 2010
I am so sorry that you and your family have lost such a loved one.I know he was a incredible dad and husband! I also wanted to say a prayer for the people one the other side of the accident and hope they are okay. May God be with everybody!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Duke,Pj,Lil Duke Furr
April 7, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Amber and the family.Chris was a true friend and he will be truley missed and not forgotten.
Jennie Dieter Mast
April 7, 2010
Amber and Family -
I am so sorry for the loss of Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. I am sorry the girls and I can not be there to celebrate the life he led, but know we are thinking about you. With much love.....
Jennie Dieter Mast, McKenna, and Emilie Mast
Citifinancial
April 7, 2010
We are saddened by the sudden death of Chris.
Jim and Jenny Johnson
April 7, 2010
Eddie and Anne,
We are so terribly sad to hear of Chris' passing. This is not the way things are suppose to work. May it bring you comfort to know what a fine young man he was in this life and that one day, you will be with him again. You and your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim
April 7, 2010
I did not know Chris but what I have read he was truely a wonderful man and loved his wife and children. I know the family is in very bad pain I could not imagine lossing my husband like this. I will keep you all in my prayers. God has his arms wrapped around you and his children and he will comfort you and keep you safe.
Doug, Lori &Kayla Moseley
April 7, 2010
Amber- Words can't express to you how sorry we are to hear about Chris.Since coming to Center Stage, we've got to know you and Chris when Kayla was Brooklyn's Big Sister. She still thinks of her as her little sister. We will miss Chris going on stage and showing "his moves"! He loved to dance! Our hearts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Please know that all your CSDC family are with you and will be there to help you through this terrible time. May God bless and comfort you and your children. We will miss him very much! God just gained a very special Angel in Chris!
Much love to your entire family,
Doug, Lori and Kayla Moseley
Cierra Stubbs
April 7, 2010
Amber and family,
I am so sorry for your loss and I just want to say thank you so much Chris for helping our dance studio! God bless your family and the ones you care for!!!!!!!
April 7, 2010
Cierra S
I just wanted to say thanks you so much Chris for everything you did to help our dance studio! We will truly miss you!! :)
April 7, 2010
Amber and family,
I am so very sorry for your lost. You are in my thoughs and prayers. May God help you through this time of sorrow. I am sure no words can help you through this, only your Faith that time will heal your broken heart and know that you have friends and family praying for you. God Bless you all, Jerry and Linda Watson
Danny & Crystal Williams
April 7, 2010
Amber,
I'm so sorry for your heartache.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.Please let me know if we can help you in any way.Love you.
Love,
Crystal Cook Williams and family.
April 7, 2010
Eddie, Ned Haley keeps all of us informed about our classmates, and I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your son, Chris. I have a son, and my God, I pray for you and your family to find some comfort and peace at a time like this. Please know that I have never forgotten you all these many years. Love, Mercedes
Emily Mace Yow
April 7, 2010
Amber,
My prayers are with you, your children and family. May Jesus comfort you in these hard times.
Diane and Gary Mashburn
April 7, 2010
Amber, Dianne, David and family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your much loved Chris. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, Diane and Gary Mashburn
Kyle & Crystal Sechler
April 7, 2010
Amber, We are sorry to hear of your loss. We pray God will give you the strength to get through this and be able to comfort you little ones. God Bless you and your family
Joyce Weant
April 7, 2010
Amber and children,
I will remember the funloving Chris that we all knew and loved. May you find Peace in his memory. He will be missed especially by his Center Stage family.
Lisa Lewis
April 7, 2010
Dear Anne, Eddie, Bill, Shannon, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express our sadness for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Matt and Lisa Lewis
Kimberly Mushala
April 7, 2010
Amber - I haven't seen you since we played soccer together at South. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you peace.
Allen Livengood
April 7, 2010
Amber,
Our Hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. It was good to get to know Chris and your family through school and sports. He was a good Husband,Father and Friend. God Bless,
Allen, Jacob, and Andrew Livengood
Kannapolis,N.C.
Cristin Heilig
April 7, 2010
Amber, I worked only with you a short time at Cabarrus Peds but would like to extend my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Thank God you have the Lord to guide you through this. Just know that even in the valleys Gods there and his almighty hand will guide you through your darkest hours. Love in Christ, Cristin Heilig
Allison Little
April 7, 2010
Sis, Brooklyn, Caleb, and Madisyn,
I love you all. I will miss my "brother" dearly. I pray daily that God will give you all the strength to go on! You all know that I am a phone call away!
Love,
Allie
Mike & Dee Woodie
April 7, 2010
Amber;
You are in our prayers, thoughts and in our hearts. We will always be here for you (your own little army). Please let us know if you need anything! We love you!!!
Mike, Dee, Bailey & Brookey
Tonya Smith
April 7, 2010
I do not know the family personally, but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. God's grace is sufficient in our time of need. God Bless You All!
Misty Shue
April 7, 2010
Amber I am sorry to hear of your loss. We have not talked since High School but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jason Cawthorne
April 7, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Shannon and Bill and the rest of the Lewis Families...!!!!!
I lost my Mother just 1 year ago, So I'm here if you need to talk to someone...!!!!!
(((MUCH LOVE)))
April 7, 2010
Amber,
Our deepest and most sincere condolences are with you. May the calming love of Christ comfort and carry you and your children through this difficult and painful time.
Erin Black Pless, Darren Pless, Drew and Kyndal.
April 7, 2010
Amber,
Our deepest and most sincere condolences are with you. May the calming love of Christ carry you and your children through this difficult and painful time.
Erin Black Pless, Darren Pless, Drew and Kyndal.
Jerry, Jessica &LJ Dixon
April 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
johnathan perkins
April 7, 2010
we love you chris!!!!!!!
Caroline Gallman
April 7, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Morgans
April 7, 2010
You all are in are prayers. Chris was a wonderful person. We are here if you need anything.
Dwaine, Kim, Keirsten, and Kenley Morgan
Christina Harrity
April 7, 2010
Although I did not know Chris personally I want to tell you how very sorry I am for your loss. I am a neighbor of yours in Tanglewood(307) and I am praying for your family during this difficult time.
thomas parson
April 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 7, 2010
Love you Amber and kids. You are in my prayers everyday. Will really miss you Chris and all the little picky things you always did to me. You were all the things a Dad should be and Amber was the love of your life. Love you Chris and God be with you Amber and kids during this trying time. Linda Fink
Ryan Brotherton
April 7, 2010
Chris was a really good guy and friend he will be missed a lot. And we are so sorry for your loss. The Brotherton Family
JACKIE TUCKER
April 6, 2010
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Amber,
My heart goes out to you and your children .
Thoughts and Prayers,
Jackie, Mark & Kaylin Tucker
Paula Jones
April 6, 2010
There are no words to take away the pain but there are the memories of good times and the heartfelt concern of your friends and family that will comfort you in the days to come. With love and prayers, Paula
lisa marshall
April 6, 2010
amber, anne, ed, bill, jill, shannon, and jonathan, baby conor,
I'm so sorry chris wonder life and love for everyone was cut so short. i love you all and if you need anything even if its just to talk call me..
lots of love and prayers the marshall's
Andy Vass
April 6, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
johnathan perkins
April 6, 2010
in loving memory of our beloved christopherryan lewis. he was truly the best uncle, father, brother, and son. we will all miss you dearly uncle chris. R.I.P amen
with love,
johnathan perkins and the perkins family
june lamb
April 6, 2010
dear family, we are so saddened to read this news! our prayers are with you all. love, june waldrop lamb
April 6, 2010
JOHN, MOTHER AND I ARE SO TERRIBLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PLEASE KNOW OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
GOD BLESS & COMFORT YOU ALL.
VIRGINIA STOUT &
JOHN & DEBBIE BASQUEZ
Kathy Current
April 6, 2010
Words can't express how much my heart goes out to this family in the loss of Chris. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything that I can do, please let me know.
Sue Hall
April 6, 2010
Dear Anne, Eddie, Bill, Jill, Shannon, Ed, and extended families,
Our hearts are truly broken for the sudden passing of Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you, especially for his precious children and wife.
With loving prayer,
Sue and Roger Hall
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