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Christopher Cordery Obituary

Christopher Scott Cordery 12/24/1982~11/25/2008 With heavy hearts and precious memories, we bid farewell to Christopher Scott Cordery, 25, loving husband, son, brother and friend. Chris was born on December 24, 1982 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Scott Kenneth Cordery and Cynthia Fullmer Cordery. Chris excelled in body building, humor and sports. He especially loved football and played nose tackle for the Olympus High School football team that took the state championship title in 1998. He continued playing through college with a football scholarship to Adams State College in Alamosa, Colorado. Chris married his high school sweetheart, Kelsey Louise Beacco, on February 1, 2005. Chris also loved traveling, camping and anything to do with the great outdoors. Through determination and hard work he turned that love for the outdoors into a successful landscape and maintenance business. He is survived by his wife Kelsey and little Maggie; mother, Cynthia Fullmer Cordery; brother, Joshua Cordery; father, Scott Kenneth Cordery (Dana); sisters, Kimberly and Erin Cordery; step-sisters, Lexi Gavin (Matt) and Aja Martin; Grandparents, Kenneth and Karla Cordery. Chris is preceded in death by his brother, Jonathan Cordery; grandparents, David and Elda Fullmer; and two cousins. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday December 3, 2008 11:00 a.m. at the Parleys 2nd LDS Ward, 1870 East Parley's Canyon Blvd. (2315 South). Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday evening from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. at the Holbrook Mortuary, 3251 South 2300 East, and at the church on Wednesday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. prior to the services. Interment: Salt Lake City Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.holbrookmortuary.com In lieu of flowers please make a donation at Wells Fargo in Christopher Cordery's memory.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2008.

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Debbie,Monica goodrich

December 9, 2008

Our love and sympathy go out to you during this difficult time. We will always remember watching the beautiful fireworks on the 4th of July.

Tori Bradshaw Smith

December 8, 2008

Kelsey,

I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Marianne and Gavin Van Wagoner

December 3, 2008

Kelsey, we were so saddened to hear about Chris. He landscaped our yard for so many years and we thought he was the nicest, hardest working guy. He was always willing to help us with any yard project and was so nice and friendly. We really appreciated him, his kind attitude, and his friendship. He was so great to us. Please know that we are thinking about you and your family at this time.

Stanga Family

December 2, 2008

Our sympathy to all of you. We appreciate your professional assistance and your presence as neighbors. Thoughts and prayers to all your family.

Jody Turpin

December 1, 2008

Kelsey,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy. Your Mom was always telling me when we were working together what a great guy you had found. You are all in my prayers.

Jody Turpin

Scott Mills

December 1, 2008

Chris-
I knew him in business, he was a great individual who cared about his work and was very professional. He cared about people. He will be missed.

Shami Shetty

December 1, 2008

Kelsey please accept our condolences. With love and prayers
Dinesh & Shami Shetty

Jeff Kuehndahl

December 1, 2008

Chris will be missed. he provided the landscaping for our subdivision and was always going the extra mile. Everyone here appreciated him immensely. May God Bless him on his next journey and may He wrap his arms around you and your family at this very difficult time.

Brandi Lillywhite

December 1, 2008

To the Cordery family, My family. Not a moment goes by where you are not in my thoughts and prayers! I am so sorry to have heard of such a tragic loss of such a great young man. Kels, if you need someone to talk to I am here for you! I am so sorry to have to see you go through this, to see the family go through this. Sorry is not ever enough and my deepest condolences to you Scott! I love you so much Dad and you, the girls and Josh are in my prayers as well. I know that nothing can be said and nothing can be done but I am here for all of you guys!
Love Brandi

Penny Martin

December 1, 2008

Dear Cordery Family, You don't know me, but my son Dallas was with Chris at the Ark. I can imagine the pain of your loss at this time. I was able to meet Chris on one occasion. He was smiling and looked just like he is in the picture. I know he touched my son's life a great deal and they became good freinds. I prey that with time you will find some peace and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Sincerely, Penny Martin

Marion Matson

December 1, 2008

Dear Kelsey, we miss and love Chris and he was a great person. His life was short but we know he was happy in his marriage with you. I know you and Maggie will miss him. He will be in our hearts forever. We are confident he is in a happy, peaceful place now and that God is taking care of him.

Love, Nana Marion Beacco Matson and Joe

Falyn Markley (Hogle)

December 1, 2008

Kelsey, I am so sorry to hear for your loss. It is hard, but I know how strong your heart is and that you can pull thur this. I send you all my love for you and his family. Stay well. I love you.

Peggy Baczuk

December 1, 2008

Dear Cordery Family.
I was a customer of Chris's, and relied on him for landscaping. He was always pleasant, prompt and professional. I have missed him this year.
This is truly awful for your family, and there are no words to ease the grief. Take care of one another.

Emily Smart

December 1, 2008

The Cordery family is special to me in many ways and Chris, you will be missed. I'll keep you in my heart, along with Kels.

Matt Broadbent

November 30, 2008

The Cordery family has always had a place in my heart. I am saddened by the news. My thoughts are with your family.

Amanda Smart

November 30, 2008

Lexi and Family,
I cannot even imagine the emptiness you must be feeling at this moment. There are no words strong enough to express how deeply sorry I am for the loss of your Brother. I want you to know that I am here for you if you need me. My thoughts and my prayers are with you now and for your family as well.

With love,
Your friend,
Amanda Smart

Justin and Kate Lampropoulos

November 30, 2008

Chris (or Cord) was a stand up person. I remember the many late night conversations we had about business, sports, and girls. He was a great friend to me from the time I met him in elementary school until the day he passed on. Chris was a very candid, humorous individual who always made me laugh. Whether it was going flying together, working out, or a simple phone call to say hello, it was always a pleasure to hear from Chris. Our hearts go out to his family and his bride. Somehow, someway may you find a small piece of comfort in the midst of this event.

Justin Lampropoulos and Family

Kristinn Heinrichs

November 30, 2008

Dear Cordery and Beacco families, and especially Kelsey: Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

John & Jennifer Rausch

November 30, 2008

We wish to express our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Robert & Carol Pulli

November 30, 2008

Dear Cordery Family: Our hearts are filled with sadness for your loss of Chris. We know that he is with family, and will be there for you when the time comes. We never had the pleasure of meeting Chris, but heard wonderful stories about him and how ambitious he was. Our hearts go out especially to our Grand-Niece, Kelsey Cordery at this time. Our prayers and love are with you all.

Lynda Sperry

November 30, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Chris did my lawn, and I always enjoyed seeing and talking to him each week. He will be missed.

Cynthia Cordery

November 30, 2008

I love you and will miss you extremely until I see you again. I am greatful that your brother and grandparents are with you through this very difficult time.
Love you buddy, Mom

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