Minneapolis, Minnesota
Dec 5, 1977 – Apr 15, 2019 (Age 41)
Christopher "Chris, ThatGuy, TG, Taco, Gordo" Anthony Vdakes, born on December 5, 1977 in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Mary Knight and John Vdakes, passed away at age 41 on April 15, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Christopher was the beloved husband of Lena Vdakes. He was preceded in death by his dog, Rockwell. Christopher is survived by his sons, Austin, Hunter, and Skyler; daughters, CiAna and Amelie; brother, Adam Knight; sister, Lisa Vdakes; and grandchildren, Eliana and Reese. Friends and family are welcome to attend the memorial service, officiated by Rev. Ruth MacKenzie, on Friday, May 3 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at First Universalist Church, 3400 Dupont Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota. A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, May 5 from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Pimento Jamaican Grill, Nicollet & 25th, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
My belief in an afterlife has grown even stronger with you passing, big brother. The signs and strength you send to me daily do not go un missed. Thank you for taking care of me and protecting me all of these years. We shared so much in this life, I find strength knowing that you are now able to have some rest and peace. You carried a heavy load. Love you. -Lisa Pizza
Lisa V
May 11, 2019 | Sister
Chris called me one day and asked if I would be interested in painting live with the music during his first ever Festival. It was going to be called The Bella Festival and it was going to occur every Memorial Day weekend starting with Bella Luna. Chris had a 'funny idea' of having his two friends that were visual artists come and paint on either side of the stage while the music played. The FUNNY part of the idea being that both of the visual artists came bearing an almost identical name....
Chuck Hues
May 10, 2019 | Rochester, MN | Friend
May 05, 2019
Used to be neighbors, went to Olive Garden with you n the kids. Told you about your 1st fest at Harmony Park Sending Love to Your Family Chris
Jessica Zoe Purple
May 04, 2019 | Bloomington, MN | Friend
I will never forget you chris. When we met you at Northwood, you fit right in with all of us. I remember when there was a couple of times where i was feeling down, you would sit down with me and say that i could do anything in life that i dreamed of. Who cares what other people say. Prove them wrong. Show them that u are strong and u wont stop without a fight. I am sure gonna miss you and rockwell. I will never forget you chris. You always knew how to brighten anyones day. Give my...
Diana Irish
May 03, 2019 | Bloomington, MN | Friend
Sending sincere condolences to Lena and family at this very sad time. You two had the coolest wedding and reception I have ever been to! May the thoughts of the good times and knowing Chris is in a better place be of comfort to you in this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Schmutzer
May 03, 2019 | Baxter, MN
Sorry for your loss! To young! God Bless
Jim Wall
May 03, 2019 | Classmate
Thinking of you CiAna and Austin,sending hugs and prayers and love to you both
Nancy Larrington
May 02, 2019 | Aberdeen, SD | Family
You helped two complete strangers out one crazy night in downtown Minneapolis. You jumped on your Bike, rode home to get your van, and came back to drive us 45min home! You always stopped and took the time to check in and chat at Harmony Park or 10KLF Thank you for showing us compassion and kindness Chris! We will never forget those gestures. My condolences to your beautiful family.
RIDE ON CHRIS
PS. Thank you for letting me run the fog machine for the EOTO show..
Jodi Wegner
May 02, 2019 | Hudson, WI | Friend