Christopher James "CJ" Nelson

Can’t believe it’s been 8 years already. I think of you often but mostly the first tennis match we played together. Our opponent kept trying to hit me and Chris was getting really mad, when I finally got a chance I hit the guy that was trying to hit me. I said “ sorry” even though I wasn’t when I turned around Chris was smiling and giving me the thumbs up so that the other team could see! Chris I’ll never forget you my friend.

I've only known Chris for a short time, but I found him to be a great inspiration. He was always warm, considerate, and posiitive. In a word, I found Chris to be genuine.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Chris as you move through this loss.

Go quietly and be still my friend. Rest...

I met Chris this last fall at the Surprise Tennis and Racquet Center. He was an awesome addition to our team and was always a pleasure to be around. He was someone who was always in a good mood, and even in a competitive situation was complimenting his teammates and opponents during a match. He was a wonderful dad to his boys, and would often take them out to eat with everyone after practices and matches. He always thought of others, and I remember one time mentioning that my arm was sore...

I met Chris playing tennis out of the Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex. I enjoyed playing with and against him. Chris was such a cheerful and thoughtful person. He was always asking how everyone was doing, offering up anything to help and keeping the mood festive. We are all fortunate for the honor of having him in our lives and we lost him way too soon.

I met Chris while playing tennis at the Suprise Tennis Center. He seemed to have a kind and gentle soul and always a joy to be around. My prayers go out to all his family. I know that he will be missed by many.

I met Chris last summer at the Surprise Tennis Center. We played tennis together several days a week and I enjoyed getting to know him. He was a great dad to Dale and Bryce and such a nice guy. My prayers go out to his family and friends. He will be missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. My daughter and Dale have been in the same class for 2 years. Chris always had a smile on his face when I saw him.

Although I only met Chris last fall, we had become pretty good friends. We played tennis together many times and made a pretty good team I think. He was a lot of fun and like to joke around. I will miss him very much.

I remember Chris as the perfect boy, sweet and handsome, always. My condolences to his loved ones.

Marcia Perry Nix, Maryland School Art Teacher