Powhatan, Virginia
CLARE, Christopher Thomas, 25, of Chesterfield County, departed this life and began a new journey on June 27, 2011. He is survived by his mother, Maria Clare; his father, William Clare; his two loving sisters, Danielle and Michelle; and his favorite niece, Nicole. Gifted with a heart larger than life, he touched the lives of all lucky enough to know him and he will be greatly missed. Chris had a great, permanent smile. He was sincere, compassionate, honest and wore his guitar like it was part of his wardrobe. Chris Clare is now a free spirit pursuing his greatest dreams. A celebration of his life will be held at Church of the Epiphany located at 11000 Smoketree Drive on Thursday, July 7, at 4 p.m.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Happy New Year Chris!
You are greatly missed.
Just wish we could go back in time, spend more time together, and do some things differently.
"Dio benedica voi e la famiglia"
Marshall Wheeler
January 01, 2012 | Richmond, VA
Im so sorry we didnt get a chance to have that IAR reunion bro... im tearing up as i write this because i know that you were a great dude and were always happy.... I am very happy that i had a chance to have memories with you written in my life story... i will always remember you man... always chris ... i love you bro .. and every song i write from here on out will be in your honor... ill see you soon chris .... teach them ppl in heaven how to party bro!!!!!!
ANTHONY COLLIER
August 11, 2011 | NEW YORK CITY, NY
Michelle, even though I didn't know your brother I'm certain that he was as wonderful and kind as you are. I can only imagine what you and your family are going through. You are all in my heart and thoughts.
Love,
Andrea Blount
July 18, 2011 | Charlottesville, VA
My thoughts are with you and your family during this trying time, Maria.
David Thompson
July 17, 2011 | New York, NY
My love and condolences go out to Maria, Bill and the entire family. I did not really know Chris but I know he was a fabulous person because he has such a wonderful family. I am privledged to work with Maria and know Chris will always be with her, watching over her. Love to all the Clares.
Susan Hill
July 14, 2011 | Richmond, VA
Chris always had the biggest smile, and everytime i saw him he was the nicest person in the building, rip chris ill never forget you.
Blake Mcintyre
July 14, 2011 | Richmond, VA
Bill and Maria
We are so sorry for your loss if there is anything we can do to make this any easier please let us know. Chris was a great guy and he will be missed.
Dick and Dianna
July 07, 2011
"I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38,39 NIV
May this be your comfort and your strength concerning Chris and concerning your lives ahead. May the love of Christ comfort you beyond the power of any words. I'm grateful for Chris' life!
Eve Wickizer
July 07, 2011 | Midlothian, VA
Chris was a very loving and wonderful person, and as a mother I was so glad he was there for my children during those fragile junior high and high school years. He was always looking out for someone else, and his home was open to all his friends. One night he literally saved one of my daughter's lives. I will never forget him, though he mainly knew me through my children. May God comfort you all, and this includes Debbie and Shawn as well!
Eve Wickizer
July 07, 2011 | Midlothian, VA