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Chris Hondros Obituary
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
106 Entries
brittany
May 17, 2011
I pray that the family will draw close to one another and to the God of comfort. (1 Corinthians 1:3,4)
Kimberly Heinly - Morris
May 5, 2011
There are some people whose absence diminishes all of us permanently because they are unique, they will not come our way again.
Melissa Mercer
April 27, 2011
"The greatest sweetener of human life is friendship."..Joesph Addison
Chris was most definitely a sweetener in my life, as he was to many. You will be missed in this world. My hope for you is to have finally found complete peace. My deepest sympathies go out for your mom, brother, Christina, and all who loved you.
Rest in Peace my friend......
Jim Colton
April 27, 2011
The light in the photojournalism world shines a little darker today. You will be with us always.
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Jamie Moncrief
April 27, 2011
When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still - even more so when you look back upon Chris' exceptional photographs - all moments where time will forever stand still.
Know the journalism community shares your sorrow during this difficult time.
To his family, friends and co-workers, past and present - celebrate his life, mourn his passing and remember him forever.
Tammy Carr Poquette
April 26, 2011
My thoughts & prayers go out to Christina, Igna, Dean & other family members. I have known Chris for many many years. We go back to like 3rd/4th grade.Chris was an awesome friend, he listen to what you had to say, he give his advise. He always made time to chat with someone that said hello Chris. I was devastated when I got the news on his death. My heart was broken, not only did I lose a friend, but a mother lost her child, a brother lost a brother & Christina lost her love of her life. Christina, you meant the world to Chris, He told me how much joy you have brought him, how excited he is to soon become your husband... oh he would just go on about you. My heart, my thoughts, all my prayers are with you. He loved his work indeed! And we all will sure miss Chris in our own ways. Chris will be missed but I can firmly say he will contuine to live within each of his family & friends. God bless each and everyone of us, with God we will cherish & remember our dear loved one Chris Hondros.
Anne DeAcetis
April 26, 2011
I didn't know Chris well, but meeting him made a lasting impression on me and I was so deeply saddened to learn that we lost him. I've read so many other notes like mine--here and on facebook. It certainly looks like Chris left an imprint everywhere he went.
To his near and dear ones, please accept my deepest, most sincere condolences. Even those of us who stood at the edges of Chris' life will miss him terribly.
The world is already a lesser place without his work and his heart.
Jennifer Janisch
April 26, 2011
My heart aches for Inge, Dean, and Christina, and for his friends and family the world 'round. I pray you’ll find some comfort in how much Chris was loved; and how many people he impacted through his friendship, and his photojournalism.
Juliette Coughlin
April 26, 2011
The last conversation I had with Chris in person was about work. Not about our daily photographic work but the future of the profession. Where were we headed? Were we still meeting the call to inform or had mainstream media taken to pandering to the populous? We discussed all manner of big picture items, because Chris was a big picture guy- literally and figuratively. I later emailed him and apologized for talking shop the whole time. I promised next time we would have a civilized conversation. I got a one sentence reply "Talking shop is civilized." The way you did it Chris, so very true.
You will be missed. I'd like to extend my deepest thoughts to your family and fiance.
Amy Voigt
April 26, 2011
I remember asking your friend JD Pooley what you were like since I was obsessed with your work...and was hoping to follow in your footsteps....JD said that it was strange that I ask because you had just called him from Iraq for a chat and a laugh...I've wanted to meet you for many, many years and every time I saw Pooley I asked about you...and then you sent me an invite to one of your parties in Brooklyn and I couldn't make it...I will forever regret not going....i feel gutted and so very sad...I still have your email....in my special email folder with one from Christiane Amanpour, in other words emails I treasure, my prayers are with your family and close friends..I cannot imagine the agony....
Harold Parker
April 26, 2011
All who knew and loved Chris Hondros will be in our thoughts and prayers. He truly did leave a legacy behind. Blessings,
Hallie Woods
April 26, 2011
My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Chris Hondros. I only met Chris a couple of times, but felt like I knew a lot about him from the plethora of stories told by Greg Campbell on their journalism adventures. I guess I viewed him as somewhat of a celebrity, a well known-photographer famous for his work. The couple times I met him, however, he never made me feel that I was conversing with a celebrity. In a recent trip to NYC, Chris reached out to me to grab a cup of coffee. Sitting in a French cafe on the corner of a Manhattan street, Chris had a way of making you feel important and comfortable. Of all the amazing things he had seen, the stories he could have told, he wanted to talk about you, about current issues. I saw humility on the surface, though I knew that greatness lied within. This is truly a loss for all those who knew Chris, and all those who knew his work.
Courtney Mabeus
April 26, 2011
Chris' spirit lives on in the breadth of his work, the lives he touched through his commitment to journalism and among the friends he made all over the world. Though Chris had moved to New York by then, I met him on the first day of my professional career at The Fayetteville Observer; he was in town for a visit. I am happy to have been able to call him a friend. His optimism and energy was a true inspiration and his death is a tragic loss.
Kelley and Angelo Hasapis
April 26, 2011
Christopher....surreal doesn't even begin to describe this experience....I keep hoping to wake up and find that it was all a dream. We will miss your
incredible mind, beautiful face, and your unmistakable view of
the world with your photos. I
hope that wherever you are that you are surrounded by peace. You will never be forgotten.
Kelley and Angelo Hasapis
April 26, 2011
Christopher....surreal doesn't even begin to describe this experience....I keep hoping to wake up and find that ot was all a dream. We will miss your incredible mind, beautiful face, and your unmistakable view of the world with your photos. I hope that wherever you are that you are surrounding by peace. You will never be forgotten.
Susie Babcock
April 26, 2011
Chris was the type of guy who made you feel like you were the most important friend he had! As a musician, and loving Mahler myself, we used to sit around and talk about the horn parts, the phrasing, and just how great it was to get lost in the beauty of the music. Of course, we all got lost in his art-his pictures. I'm heartbroken that there won't be anymore. I, too, hope that there will be a documentary of his life and of his passion. Just a few months ago he was telling me about Christina and how excited he was to be getting married. Christina, I ache for you. I'm so, so,sorry. God rest your soul Chris. We miss you terribly. I am so grateful that I knew you.
Pulak Saha
April 26, 2011
When I see his photograph on monitor then I feel he is laughing in front of me. lt's very hard for me and l think for every one to take it in mind he will not laugh again!
susan
April 25, 2011
the sad song of saying so long to a man who has embraced the human suffering of war with images of heroic tragedy for all the world to look and ponder; why are we here?, what is our purpose? how can we survive without reflection on the world we create? love is truly the only solution, in Chris' memory let us pray for all humanity that endures suffrage and keeps a faithful beating heart for freedom, fear frozen in courageous images cries out to our world leaders - stop the blood shed of war. His death is not in vain, there is eternal light in the darkness. Hope beams down from heaven, Chris has come home.
Laura Minor Hatfield
April 25, 2011
To Chris's family, please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your kind and brave Chris. Chris was one of the few people I ever knew whose outrage at injustice was tempered only by his ultimate faith that mankind still had beauty and hope. Many of his long phone conversations (and, recently, long emails as I am recently mute) left me laughing or pondering his insightful views on human nature. Please know that we want you to take comfort, if you can, in knowing how very loved he was for speaking for the voiceless and oppressed around the world. It is easy to quote "Greater love hath no man but to lay down his life for another", but Chris truly did this. He will be mourned by so many but I hope you feel his love and warmth. As a mother I cannot even being to imagine the pain of loss like this, but know that we hope you find solace in knowing his life had such deep meaning to so many across the world. We are praying for you. Laura Minor Hatfield and family
Jenny Poulos Mourounas
April 25, 2011
I grew up in the same Orthodox Christian church in Fay, NC as did Christopher. He was a teen when I married & moved away. Soon after he left for college so even though we both visited our families there we had not crossed paths in many years, but I remember him. I remember him as an Altar boy at church on Sundays. I remember him as a nice young man who was liked by everyone. I remember he was so smart and had a level of maturity beyond his years. Right now I'm remembering his mother who always greets me with a big smile, a peck on the cheek, & a warm hug whenever I'm home for a visit. I want her to know that I am thinking of her and praying for the family and praying for the repose of Christopher's soul. May his memory be eternal. S'agapo~
Kathy Birt
April 25, 2011
Thank you for your bravery and your sacrifice to bring us news from around the world. I pray your family will find peace and comfort and someday there will be no wars to report on.
sandy owsley
April 25, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
ellen kear
April 24, 2011
i heard about his passing on the news, i hope to watch DOC ABOUT HIM IN THE FUTURE.
Robyn
April 24, 2011
To the family of Chris Hondros, I am deeply sorry for your loss. We all look forward to the time when war & political upheaval will be no more. (Isa.2:4) I pray that your family finds comfort & hope from God's Word, the Bible.
Maura
April 24, 2011
I never met Chris Hondros, but had met his colleague, Tim, who also died that day. I recognise many of Chris' famous photos, especially those from Iraq and Liberia. He was a true talent and from all the personal accounts, a great person. My condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. I am sure his work will continue to inspire others. Maura
April 24, 2011
Your family and friends will forever mourn losing you in the physical, but you have passed in grace by living your life your own way and those who knew you will find peace in knowing that truth. Pamela, El Paso TX USA
Tara
April 24, 2011
You captured and added life, love, truth, and beauty to an important period of my life. I will never forget you Chris.
Kathleen Masterpole
April 24, 2011
In "Doves on Patrol" (February 2007) and in "Night Patrol -- 82nd Airborne" (August 2007), Chris Hondros captured images of my son Lt. William H. Cone III during the surge in Baghdad.
His work was not only truth but also art.
My deepest condolences to his family and his many friends.
M. Jones
April 23, 2011
May Jehovah comfort you all during this time of great saddness.
Franklin Thomas
April 23, 2011
To The Hondros Family, we express our deepest condolences.
John 11: 14-44
April 23, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss. May these scriptures comfort you. Psalms 27:14;29:11 and Psalms 30:2.
D Farber
April 23, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 23, 2011
I am so sorry for the families loss, we are grateful for all the dedication he gave to his work that gave us the story that needed to be told everyday. A True Hero, we are indebted to these dedicated heroes, reminds me of a modern day Ernie Pyle.
MD
April 23, 2011
My condolences go out to family and friends of Mr. Hondros. Violence is everywhere in this world today and it affects the lives of many people. May we all find comfort in knowing that soon all wars and violence will end.(Isaiah 2:4).
Jerri Simon
April 23, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Godspeed.
Jimmie Thomas
April 22, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May GOD give you strength and comfort during this time and the memories you have give you joy and peace
Cheryl McCloy
April 22, 2011
My husband and Chris became friends while at NCSU. They have remained so since. We are devastated by his passing. Our thoughts are with his mom, brother and Christine.
Heather Farr
April 22, 2011
I am deeply saddened and still numb after hearing about Chris' death. I worked with him at the Fayetteville Observer back in 1997 and 1998. Not only was he an exceptional photographer, but he was also such a nice guy, very approachable and down to earth. Although he took his job very seriously, he had a great sense of humor. The world has truly lost a fine, fine man and gifted photographer. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris' family during this most difficult time.
Jill Langdon
April 22, 2011
Chris you will be missed by all. You were a great friend to everyone and your spirit will live within us. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. You were a true inspiration to us all. You photos told so many stories and you were an phenomenal photographer. The world will not be the same without you. May you rest in peace.
Lisa Rivera
April 22, 2011
My Condolenses
Jim and Kristi Hales Buron
April 22, 2011
Dean,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 22, 2011
To the family of Chris Hondros, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved one. Our heavenly Father is with you, and He will revive spirit and crush heart-Isaiah 57:15. (Erma L. Davis, Park Forest, IL.)
dorian canalizo
April 22, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of this man. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
Heather McKeown
April 22, 2011
"The story is more important than my life." You, dear Chris, exemplified the way old-fashioned, Edward R. Murrow honesty and guts journalism should be presented. Your pictures...they changed the world. Blessed be. To your family and friends, I send great love and gratitude. Love and optimism, Heather McKeown
maderos
April 22, 2011
god bless you at this time of need.
T. K.
April 22, 2011
THANK YOU for your sacrifice, Chris. May God bless your soul. Rest in peace.
Halina Minadeo
April 22, 2011
A great visual chronicler of world events has been taken from us. Thank you, Chris, for your entrancing photography, your courage and your love for humanity that inspired you to capture immortal images. My condolences to family and friends. Eternal memory. ?????a ? µ??µ?
Halina Minadeo Grosse Pointe Park Michigan
Maria Lammens
April 21, 2011
To the Hondros Family,
I first met Chris last November after the New York City Marathon when my precious neice, Christina, introduced this special man, her "boyfriend", your son and brother, to our family. My sister Patty and I were the first family members to meet Chris and as the two of them walked through the door of the restaurant we knew this was a love that was meant to be. Our beautiful niece was beaming and had the most relaxed, gentle way about her as she introduced Chris to us. Chris' smile was infectious and he immediately won us over when we saw the way he responded to Christina with respect and affection. As soon as we met him we knew he was a deeply committed man who was not only brilliant and engaging but more importantly someone that brought pure joy to our Christina. This was the first time we "broke bread" with Chris and we were hopeful that this would become a regular event in our lives. Not long after, Chris was introduced to the rest of our family at my home for a Thanksgiving celebration. My family had experienced deep losses not very long ago and this past Thanksgiving we worked together to celebrate our life, our family. It was fitting that this was the day that Chris was introduced to the rest of our family, including Christina's parents and siblings, grandfather and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. Our family was excited and a bit nervous to meet Chris, but again, as soon as he arrived, he won everyone over, not with clever conversation or references to his professional accomplishments, but with his ease with each one of us, his uncanny ability to listen well and tell wonderful stories. I watched him sit patiently with my 85 year old father and I knew that he had kindness, respect and empathy in his heart. My father Vincent King is a WWII veteran and as the two men sat side by side, fully engaged in stories of the wars they had witnessed first hand, I could see Chris' dedication to his craft. Our collective sadness over our losses was slowing lifting as we saw this young generation of our family bringing hope and light to our lives. Once their engagement was announced our excitement grew. Yes, things were moving quickly, yes we were all concerned about the risks of Chris' profession and of course, our concern for our niece that she would be strong enough to be by his side. But when you saw them together, the way they complimented one another and the shared enthusiasm they had for their life together it was hard to say this shouldn't be so. The tragic news this week has shocked and saddened our family and as we pray for Chris and extend our love and support to Christina, we want you to know that although we haven't met, we know that Chris was a son and brother to proud of and loved and we are keeping you in our prayers that you find strength as you prepare for his eternal rest. With warm affection, Maria and John Lammens
Raul Cantu
April 21, 2011
May god bless you in heaven and give strength to your family and friends , i did not know you personally but heard about you thur a friend , you meant alot to him and so many others.
Terri M
April 21, 2011
Thank you, Chris, for your passion to report the news to us back home. If you were my son, I would find solace knowing that you were doing what you felt important....but as your mother, my heart would also break knowing that the world lost such a sensitive soul.
My sincere condolences to your family....
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
April 21, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
April 21, 2011
Chris was a man of many talents. He will be missed. As we reflect on his life may the words found at Revelation 21:3, 4 bring comfort.
Leigh Anne Manter
April 21, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to The Hondros Family. Chris will be sadly missed! He was brave and courageous! Wanting us all to really see what was happening in other parts of the world! He had a keen eye and was remarkably talented! God Bless you all!
Valerie Zars
April 21, 2011
Chris' vision and intense dedication are what photojournalism is all about. He will be missed. He was a shining example of his profession. A dangerous profession.
Steve Miska
April 21, 2011
Chris and I spent lots of time together in Baghdad in 2007. His professional work was like shining a spotlight on some very dark corners of a very dangerous city. Few Americans field the ranks of the international media covering our wars today. As a military leader, I will miss Chris, both as a professional and as a friend. He had the rare capacity to spot a photo where others were blind. His talent and friendship will be sorely missed.
May his family find peace in knowing that he did what he loved and brought freedom of the press to people who have never tasted freedom. Rest in peace, brother. We will meet again.
Scott Gibson
April 21, 2011
Chris Hondros was a giant among the world's photojournalists. His work brought clarity and focus to our understanding of the world's most troubled areas. Thank you, Chris. I will miss you.
Scott L. Gibson
Alpharetta, GEorgia
April 21, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to the Hondros family. May the God of all comfort be with you as you cope with your loss.
Jules & Lorraine Galbreth
April 21, 2011
To The Family Of Chris Hondros: I am so sorry for your loss of such a brave and courageous person as Chris. Even though,like many other War Correspondents and Photojournalists before him, he was doing a job he loved and he did it under such extreme and dangerous conditions because he believed that the world should know the truth of what was happening during war. May the Lord Bless You Chris and all of his family.
To Chris: THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. GO WITH GOD
S.J. Anderson
April 21, 2011
It takes talent and courage to go where there is violence and death but Chris did it and created many wonderful pictures and articles that gave the world the real story. I am saddend by his death as the others. May his work live on with his memories. May God Bless the family, Associates and his many Friends with Love and Comfort. Truely a sad day.
Wendy
April 21, 2011
What a tragic loss of a brilliantly talented man. His images told stories that the news could never tell.
I hope his family can find comfort.
Debby ONeil
April 21, 2011
May God watch over the Hondros Family and Friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris was precious
Steve Luker
April 21, 2011
Chris was one of our main contributors to Conflict Zone, (www.conflict zone.org). His skill, compassion and kindness will be sorely missed by the world.
Luker
April 21, 2011
To the Hondros Family,
Deeply sorry for the great loss of such a talented and brave photo journalist like Chris was.
In this most difficult time I hope you all will cling to all the wonderful memories and photos he must have shared over the years and his career.
You'll come to realize that your time together, no matter how long or how short that you all were blessed to have such a precious gift in your lives.
Psalms 34:18-"God is near to those broken at heart..."
P.S.-Chris will forever be missed by those who knew and loved him!
Sue Guidroz
April 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Chris and his family. May God bless all of you.
April 21, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judy
April 21, 2011
What a HERO. May he rest in peace.
Sonya Schutt
April 21, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Chris' death. May God bless his family and comfort them as they go through this journey.
Jim Gibson
April 21, 2011
Few people in life are heroes, Chris was one of these people. God bless him for being so truly brave.
Joanne Pietrocola
April 21, 2011
Thank You Chris Hondros for trying to have the whole world know of the battles of War first hand through your photos & writings/documentations. Your family is at a great loss, but can be so very proud of your everlasting work that Chris has giving with the work that he loved & the Life that he lived like no other. With Sincere Thoughts During This Time, Joanne M. Pietrocola & Jessica R. Summers
Jennifer Petra-Potter
April 21, 2011
Prayers
Martha Dolciamore
April 21, 2011
COURAGE IS FEAR THAT HAS SAID ITS PRAYERS...
MAY THE ANGELS GUIDE YOU TO HEAVEN, CHRIS!
April 21, 2011
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
Dora Pereira
April 21, 2011
It is so sad to here of Chris' passing. May God give his family peace and strength.Thank you bringing images home to us from the wars. Thanks for your courage.
Nancy
April 21, 2011
With deepest sympathies. MAy perpetual light shine upon him. Amen
Constance Teage
April 21, 2011
This is truly a sad day. My name is Constance Teage, I am originally from Liberia, i surived three civil war, and Chris Hondros helped to bring the issue in Liberia to the rest of the world. Ususally when conflicts, and acts of genocide are being comitted against civilians in African nations it's impossible to get Western media to talk about it, And it is brave and selfless gentlemen like Mr.Hondros who help the world see and talk about these issues. In 2007 I contacted Mr. Hondros to ask him to use some of his photos for my senior thesis, a dance story about atrocities in Liberia and surviving. He immediately consented and allowed me to use his photos, he also offered to send me copies of his photos that would best for projecting. Mr. Hondros asked me to share my project with him once it was done. I couldn't believe that he even had time to responde to my email. I am so grateful for the risk Mr. Hondros took in going to Liberia and reporting our story when the world turned a blind eye to it. He will forever be missed. He is my true Hero, and I'm glad I got a chance to let him know that.
Liberia love and will miss you DEARLY Mr. Hondros
CAROLYN
April 21, 2011
THANK YOU!!! REST IN PEACE!!
April 21, 2011
Thank you, Chris, for your courage in capturing images that awaken us in our complacency to the true and terrible costs of war. Your work was a noble calling and will remain with us as a reminder of the fragility of life and peace. May you now find rest with the angels.
April 21, 2011
My sincere condolences to Chris' family. A very talented Ohio University graduate - rest in peace Chris.
Linda
Ohio University Class of 1974
Chicago, IL
jan farmer
April 21, 2011
my sincere condolences to your family and friends. your work will be a lasting legacy that your family,friends,and the world will cherish forever. you are now in god's loving arms.
Sarah O'Malley
April 21, 2011
May his family find peace in shared memories of Chris.
Chris, may you rest in peace.
My sincere condolences.
April 21, 2011
My heart goes out to his family. What a handsome young man. God bless you Sandra, Trenton. Maine.
April 21, 2011
"My thoughts and prayers are with the Hondros Family in their time of grief. Please take comfort in knowing that, "God is near to those that are broken at heart." (Psalm 34:18)
C. Wilson
April 21, 2011
HE DIED A HERO........GOD BLESS AMERICA !
April 21, 2011
I offer my sincere sympathy for the loss of your dear loved one. I hope that you will find God is a source of true strength, and is willing to help us cope when we are faced with the sorrow of losing our loved one. (Psalms 46:1). Gail, AL.
Maria Alonso
April 21, 2011
May you be in God's glory. God bless and help your family during a very difficult time. My deepest condolences.
Gloria Eaves
April 21, 2011
So sorry to hear about the tragic death. May God bless and help ease your pain....
Noel Ballatin
April 21, 2011
We follow our dreams in this life and hope and pray we will be safe.
Chris will sadly be missed by all, especially those closest.
May God Bless his family, and God Bless Chris Hondros.
Jane Dowling
April 21, 2011
God bless you and your loved ones.
tina mentiply
April 21, 2011
My condolences
maders
April 21, 2011
god bless youer family.at this time of need.
nancy stergiopoulou
April 21, 2011
met and worked with chris in athens,greece last year.i remember ,amongst others,one of the things he said was that he'd love to find a special someone and have a family someday...lovely meeting you,working with you, and sharing our thoughts over a cup of coffee about life chris.
may you rest in peace,
loving thoughts to the family.
richard haring
April 21, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Susan
April 21, 2011
It is a sad day when someone who covers the news becomes it. They must be brave men and women who put themselves in danger to bring the truth to the world. Enjoy your rest and may God bless you and your family.
Ana Ruiz
April 21, 2011
mis condolencias para la familia de Chris Hondros. Lamento profundamente su perdida
R Golay
April 21, 2011
To the the family of Chris Hondros - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Chris will be missed by many.
Sue Wang
April 20, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Chris through my sister years ago. An upbeat and warm man, in addition to his incredible body of work. My condolences -peace and love to Chris's loved ones.
Kevin Logel
April 20, 2011
Condolences to the Hondros family. Chris and I graduated from high school together. He was a good friend and he will be missed.
Alicia Ramirez
April 20, 2011
So sorry for your loss, we have Chris and his family in our prayers! God Bless!!
mary tuggle
April 20, 2011
Mommy, i'm to miss you more than anyone will every know, other the good Lord above,i wake up each night since you've been gone looking, thinking that you around finally i say to self she's not hear. Missing you MoM may you rest in peace i'll see one day agian. LOVE YOU YOUR DAUGHTER: DOROTHY
Bryan
April 20, 2011
His work on "Restrepo" was courageous and gave a true glimpse into what the war in Afghanistan was like. I am saddened at his loss. My prayers are for his family and friends tonight.
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These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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