Christopher Belchik Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Alton, Illinois

Before he could join the Marines, Christopher Belchik had to pass a high school equivalency exam and lose about 30 pounds. Then in boot camp, he was up against men much younger than himself. "When he decided he wanted something, then by golly he was going to get it," said his father, Stephen. "He didn''t believe in getting things the easy way." Belchik, 30, of Alton, Ill., died Aug. 22 in an attack in Iraq''s Al Anbar province. He was based at Camp Lejeune, N.C. As a kid, Belchik was mischievous _ a few times, his parents caught him sneaking out of the house through a window after curfew. He dropped out of high school and began a series of jobs that included working as a bus boy and hoisting mortar for bricklayers. Eventually, he decided he wanted to become a Marine and hoped to have a career in law enforcement. He wed Mary Hamberg in June. "We just couldn''t believe when he met her, the turnaround in him," his father said. "He was a good man, a good husband, a terrific son and I''m going to miss him dearly."

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Charlie Gili

February 03, 2023

My name is MSgt Kevin Stevens and I was the SNCOIC of the recruiting station in Alton Illinois when Chris signed up for the Marine Corps. I remember Chris very well. He was determined to join and I was determined to help any way I could. Rest In Peace Marine.

May 24, 2020

Thinking of you Lynn. Hugs.

Carol Biggerstaff

June 24, 2016 | Fenton, MO

I just want you to know that I will never forget. Thank you Belchik for giving all.

Rick Burris

August 23, 2013 | Kansas City, MO

To the family and friends of Cpl. Christopher Belchik:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."

Peggy Childers

August 22, 2013 | Carson City, NV

Happy Birthday Christopher. We love you and miss you so much. Life isn't the same without you. Were going to release balloons at the cemetery this evening and eat at the mexican restaurant the way we honor your birthday every year. Rest In Peace my sweet boy. Love you forever.

Mamasan (Mom)

June 25, 2012

God Bless Christopher and his family.

May 12, 2012

Not a day goes by that I dont think of the last night we shared together in Iraq. I'll never forget talking to you about your family and the things we missed back home. you were truly one of a kind. RIP brother

David Trent

December 05, 2011 | Jacksonville, NC

I want to thank everyone who has visited this site and who has taken the time to write a note in rememberance of my son Christopher.
Thank you to anyone who left a message this year 2011. It's comforting to know after this length of time people still remember.. These kinds words are what helps our family in our healing.
God Bless you all and Thank You Again.

Lynn Lenker
Proud Mom of
Cpl Christopher W. Belchik

Lynn Lenker

September 11, 2011 | Alton, IL

Cpl. Christopher Belchik

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