Christopher DeGrace

In elementary Chris and I used to be very close. I will never forget borrowing my first N.W.A. tape from his father. To some that may not mean much, but that started my love for the art of music as self expression. I was recently looking Chris up wondering what had happened to him. I wish I could have talked to him one more time. Until we meet again homie.......

Lynn and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss, I have not seen you or Chris in years. I will never forget all the times you guys came to my parents house or us to yours and us kids always had it out for you adults with our stupid stunts in which were usualy Chris or Brians ideas. The smiles that we all shared from kids to graduating with Chris from Heritage will never be forgotten. You are in my prayers and may God Bless you all.

“For God has said, I will never leave you, I will never abandon you.” Hebrews 13:5 May you find comfort to ease your loss, in knowing reading and heading those words. We pray for you and pray that God’s love and strength will help you during this time of sorrow and throughout your lifetime. With Warm Thoughts and Deepest Sympathy.

I met Chris at Heritage when we had freshman Earth Science together. We had so much fun in that class b/c Chris brought such intelligent wit - even Mr. Stokes couldn't keep it together sometimes.

I haven't seen or heard from Chris in many years, but have often thought about him and how he was doing. I am saddened to hear about his passing and that I won't get a chance to catch up with him. He truly was a great guy. He often enlisted his friends to give me a ride home from school,...

Lynn,
I am sorry for the loss of your son. You and Chris' family is in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Mary Jo (Stevens) Ott and family

I have known chris ever since grade school by far one of the funniest guys i knew.I have not seen him in a few years but by the sounds of it he had a lot of good people around him and who loved him.I remember everytime I saw him he had a crack or joke to make,in high school I remeber there were times in class I could not even look at him without laughing and the funny thing was I didn't even know what we were laughing at.I would like to give my condolences to all his family and friends and...

To the Degrace Family with love,

Chris has been one of my closest friends over the past 15 years or so. I will always remember the good times of listening to his favorite musician who was hands down, Jerry Garcia and the grateful Dead. I will also remember fondly the times when we were roommates in Marquette Michigan while myself, Chris Homan, BBM and others were living up there. I hope chris is pain free and in a better place. As Eric already said, chris was one of the funniest...

Lynnanne, First and foremost, I am so sorry that you have lost your firstborn son. My favorite memory of Christopher happened when he was about 3 or 4 years old. Kelly and I came to visit you in your tiny apartment one day. Christopher was supposed to be eating his lunch. Instead, he decided to entertain us by doing "butt-naked" somersaults across the living room floor! We laughed so hard. I know I'm not alone in sending you my condolences on his death. Know that you are in my prayers....

I knew Chris from Heritage H.S.; and Chris was one of those guys who could always crack a joke and get everyone around him laughing. I remember him best being care free and loving to those closest to him. He was a good friend, and im sure an even better father. I hadnt seen Chris in years, but I will always remember him, as a kind hearted person who was as unique as they come. You will always be missed Chris. Sincerely, Eric Sadlak Class of '98.