Albemarle, North Carolina
Christopher Barnhardt CONCORD Christopher Alan Barnhardt, 45, of Concord, passed away Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, at his home. The family will receive friends at Christopher's shop, 2245 Wishon Rd., Concord, NC 28025, Saturday, Jan. 26, from 12 to 2 p.m., and a graveside service will follow at his home. Christopher was born Nov. 1, 1967, in Cabarrus County, to Betty Jane Cook Barnhardt and the late George Edward Barnhardt. Christopher was a Master Taxidermist as well as a sculptor and painter with pieces on display at the Smithsonian Institute and Bank of America Stadium. He traveled the world and especially loved Africa. He enjoyed playing the banjo and farming. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia Christina Whitley Barnhardt, of the home; son, Joshua Barnhardt and wife, Anna Harris Barnhardt; daughters, Samantha Shue and husband, Brandan, Kristina Mae Barnhardt, and Kendyl Jane Barnhardt; grandchildren, Michael Reily and Sophia Jane; mother, Betty Jane Cook Barnhardt; sisters, Beverly Miller, Kimberly Wilder, of Florida, and Debra Barnhardt; and many nieces, nephews and good friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the children's college fund at the North Carolina State Credit Union C/O Cynthia Barnhardt account # 60702459. Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord is serving the Barnhardt family. Online condolences may be made at www. hartsellfh.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Concord & Kannapolis Independent Tribune.
As his great niece, I was 4 when he passed. I really wish I would have known that he was going to leave when I was so young and I recently took a lot of interest in taxidermy, wishing he was here to mentor and teach me. Honestly, I find it hard to think about taxidermy without thinking about him. I really do miss you Chris. Gone but not forgotten.
hayden
July 15, 2021 | Family
Chris was the most humble and kind guy you could meet. He cared about people and wanted to please them. I asked him on my last visit to NC to check in on a friend of mine that was his neighbor to make sure she was ok. He told me he already thought of it and been doing it already. I am thankful for his attitude and gratitude. He was special to people and to God. So glad he shared his talents, knowledge and gifts with everyone. To his family please think on the wonderful things he...
Kimberly V. Wall
January 29, 2013 | Clover, SC
Cindy, and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Chris. I know how deeply he was loved. Praying that God will give you strength and a strong shoulder to lean on during this most difficult time.
Priscilla Earnhardt
January 27, 2013 | Kannapolis, NC
Cindy & Barnhardt Family, Chris would have been so proud of his funeral today, everything was just as he would have wanted it, the service, singing and the friends delour to bid him goodbye,you could almost feel his presence there with you,may you feel his comfort as he will be close by and never loss again. Sandy Coyle
January 27, 2013
To Betty, Cynthia and family.
Chris had a special place in my heart. It was my privilege to be best friends with him growing up. To leave a simple note of condolences is hard for me to do. He was my friend and may as well had been my brother. We were always at each others sides. The good times had and mischief we got into will always be in my heart. Life may have let us drift apart over the years but our brotherly love for each other and our mutual love for Christ comforts me to know that...
Paul Stewart
January 26, 2013 | Newton, NC
Prayers and Thoughts for you and your family.
Alan Kluttz
January 26, 2013 | Virginia Beach, VA
Chris will be missed. Jack always enjoyed spending time with him and hanging out in the shop. Chris even taught him how to mount a few animals. There is comfort knowing we will meet again one day. May God wrap his arms around you all and give you peace. Love Jack and Susanna
Jack and Susanna Sneed
January 26, 2013 | Mount Pleasant, NC
Cindy, I just learned of Chris's passing. You and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you as you go through this very difficult time.
Kim Thompson
January 26, 2013 | Kannapolis, NC
chris you will be missed by all,we talked and laughed.every time i look at my wall of game from all around i will always think of you.i miis you already. Love you brother.
eric jordan
January 25, 2013 | Concord, NC
