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Elizabeth Prevette
July 28, 2014
I still cannot believe Chris has left us. It breaks my heart to know that I can't sit and talk with him again. We have lost such a young, bright, sweet, and funny man. Chris had the potential to do amazing and wonderful things with his young life. He was just getting started in what should have been a brilliant future. I remember such a beautiful baby; an adorable and feisty child, and a poised and articulate man; always full of wonder and something interesting to say about anything you wanted to talk about. I hope that his death will not be in vain and that good will come of this great tragedy. As always, love to our family as it reaches across the world for one big team hug, We love you Crissapher!
July 1, 2014
I never knew a young man that could make so many people happy as you. We miss our dinners that we had with you and your mom, dad, and Tim.
We love you, we will see you again,
Papa Jim and Grammy Phyllis
Josh Walker
June 27, 2014
Dear Chris,
I, and Many others will always miss you. I have many great memories of us all together, that will always be with me. Thank you for great childhood memories that can never be lost. I Learned and enjoyed many things while spending the time we had together. May you rest easy in God's hands.
Lea
June 27, 2014
Sending you all love and strength. "The ones we love never really leave us. The love and memories we share remain etched in our hearts forever"
Loren Reese
June 23, 2014
I cannot express how thankful I am to have had Chris in my life as long as I did. I'll remember his goofiness and smile forever. I still can't believe he is gone, but I know he is still with us, and will be for the rest of our lives. David and Birgit, I appreciate all you have done in helping me grieve and Chris was so lucky to have you two and Tim. Love you guys and him very much.
Uwe Kasprowski
June 21, 2014
Dear Christopher James,
das, was wir Dir sagen wollen, können wir am besten in unserer deutschen Muttersrpache ausdrücken. Uns fehlen die Worte, um zu beschreiben, was Du für uns bedeutest, was für einen unendlichen Verlust wir beklagen. Du warst ein so junger Mensch, ein Mensch auf der Suche, ein Mensch der sich und andere finden wollte, der erst ein Stück des Weges gegangen ist. Du hast andere durch deine Art in deinen Bann gezogen, hast polarisiert und fasziniert, warst herausfordernd, bist an Grenzen gegangen, um Grenzen zu finden, vielleicht auch um sie zu überschreiten. Dies vielfältig, so phantasievoll, so klug und auch jugendlich unbedarft, immer lebensbejahend, sowohl in dunklen als auch in strahenden Stunden hast Du Dich zurückgenommen, wenn andere deinen Rat, dein Einfühlungsvermögen und auch deine Kraft benötigten. Dann dachtest Du nicht an dich selbst. Wenn wir uns sahen, uns erlebten, hattest Du immer einen kleinen Schalk im Nacken, immer einen kleinen Scherz auf den Lippen, dazu deine dies unterstreichende Mimik und Gestik. Das sind für uns unvergessliche Momente. So wollen wir Dich in Erinnerung behalten. Du, Chris, beim Schreiben dieser letzten Worte, steigen uns die Tränen in die Augen, das Herz weint mit. Verzeih! Aber wer weiß, vielleicht zwinkerst Du uns zu, von irgendwo her, mit einem leisen Lächeln im Gesicht, den Schalk im Nacken...
Onkel Uwe, Tante Astrid und deine Cousine Julia
Liebe Birgit, lieber David, lieber Tim!
Wir hoffen, dass Ihr Trost finden könnt und Hoffnung, denn Chris ist ein guter Mensch, ein Mensch, der uns viel zu früh verlassen musste. Für uns bleibt er immer lebendig, wir behalten ihn als fröhlichen, zu Späßen aufgelegten Menschen in unserer Erinnerung. Das gibt uns Trost. Chris ist nur an einem anderen Ort, bei Gott...
June 20, 2014
Sweet Birgit, The Lord brings you, David and Tim to mind often and I pray. The Lord was so honored and Chris was so loved at the wonderful service. I pray that the memories from that day will be treasured and that God's love, peace and comfort will always be near. You're loved, Madeline
June 16, 2014
Birget, still thinking of and praying for you and your family. The service for Chris was so special and showed what he meant to so many! May the wonderful memories in your heart become more real each day as you thank the Lord for this special son! Love, Nora
Anthony Peake
June 13, 2014
I am so sorry for you loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, and if I can do anything please just ask.
June 6, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayer is that God will comfort the family and give you His peace. I am here if you need anything. Edna Williams
June 3, 2014
Dear Chris, you will always live in our hearts forever. We miss you so very much. Sweet angel, rest in peace.
We love you,
Mom and Dad
Kate and David
June 3, 2014
My dear cousin Birgit, David, Tim and extended family. I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet son Chris.I only met him when we chatted on Skype, and the first time I saw Chris, I thought to myself, what a handsome young man. I wish, we could have met in person, but sadly it wasn't meant to be.I think we would have become friends.Sweet Chris, rest in peace. I know you will be flying with the Angels and having a ball. Praying the Lord will help you all to find the strength to overcome this, and find peace. Always in my thoughts and in my heart. Love, hugs and blessings,
Ann Kimbro
May 30, 2014
Dearest Birgit,
My heart aches for you, David and Tim. May God heal your grief through loving memories of Chris and the comfort of those who love you.
Robin Prevette
May 27, 2014
Dear David, Birgit, and Tim, No bond is greater than that between a child and a parent.Chris was a very special nephew to me and he was well loved by me as well as many others.Chris will be greatly missed by all of us. May God keep you in his tender care during this time of sorrow and give you comfort.You are in my thoughts and prayers.Much love, Robin Prevette
Oma Grete
May 25, 2014
"Ein Mensch, der uns auf unserem Lebensweg mit seiner Liebe begleitet hat, bleibt uns für immer nah." -Irmgard Grath"
Mein herzlichstes Beleid. Behaltet ihn so in Erinnerung, wir ihr ihn kanntet.
Monique & Sven & Evan Casper Klute
May 18, 2014
"Was man tief in seinem Herzen besitzt, kann man nicht durch den Tod verlieren." - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe -
Wir sind zutiefst betroffen und in Gedanken bei euch.
Tracy Blackman
May 17, 2014
Dear Prevette family, my heart is broken for you. I realize there are no words that are adequate, but I hope with the passage of time that your memories of Chris will bring you comfort and joy. He was obviously a very special and talented young man. Again,i am so very sorry.
Renate
May 17, 2014
all my thoughts are with you...
Angelika Stoffel
May 17, 2014
Es ist schwer es zu verstehen, doch Gott hat für alle seine Kinder einen besonderen Weg vorgesehen. Keiner weiß wohin er ihn führt. Ich wünsche seiner Seele Ruhe und Frieden. Liebe Schwester, lieber David, lieber Tim, euch wünsche ich viel Kraft um diese schwere Zeit zu meistern.
Angelika Stoffel (Germany)
May 17, 2014
Meine liebe Tochter, ich wünsche dir, David und Tim, dass der liebe Gott euch die Kraft gibt diese schwierige Situation zu meistern. Die Erinnerung an Chris ist so stark und die Bilder von ihm haben ihn mir nahe gebracht. Danke dafür, ich nehme euch fest in die Arme - dein Vater
Melissa Harris
May 16, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through these difficult times.
Chris will live on in our hearts and memories forever.
bruce Woodman
May 16, 2014
how did he die? this makes me so sad....
Nicole Dillard
May 16, 2014
Chris, I am going to really miss you buddy. I am praying for the family and friends. Chris i'll see you again someday. Rest In Peace.
Jack Barbour
May 16, 2014
David - I just heard about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers and may God bless you during these difficult times. You had shared with me many times how proud you are of your son Chris. I can see from the pictures posted on this site how much love you had for this young man. My deepest condolences, for you and your family. Jack G. Barbour, Jr. (Charlotte NC)
Lindsay McNabb
May 16, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tara Gregory
May 16, 2014
Today is the day we send God his Angel. Dave, Birgit and Tim, God IS with you to help you through this heart breaking time. Remember, God fixes everything.
"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
Philippians 4:13"
Kirk/Kelly Lowe
May 16, 2014
May your grief be a little less each day until you can only remember the joy your son brought to your life. God's comfort to you and your family during this difficult time.
Ramya Anbarasan
May 16, 2014
David, I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences, you and your family are in our prayers. Take care.
Deanna May
May 16, 2014
The pictures are wonderful. What a lovely depiction of his life. Words cannot describe the sadness my heart feels for your loss. Chris was a beautiful, enigmatic, young man and will always be remembered.
tammi schwerdt
May 15, 2014
. . . That delightful smile, your mischievous grin, the ties with t-shirts, your goofy hats, our front porch talks & kitchen chats, the slamming doors, running showers, snoring lumps bundled up on the floor (never could tell which was you and which was Max), your warm tight hugs (though I had to be really quick to get one!) are all the things I'll miss about you. These things will by my memories . . . but what I really miss is you little Chris. I'll be OK though, because I know I'll get those hugs again - you weren't supposed to go so soon - you weren't supposed to beat me there. But I'll get those hugs again. My dear Birgit, Dave, and Tim. My heart is broken for you all. God hold you tight and heal your hurt. With all my love, Tammi
Carolin Stoffel
May 15, 2014
Words can't even describe how it feels to lose my dear cousin so young. I hope he found his peace and I am sure he is looking down from heaven. Its hard to be this far away in this situation; Birgit, David and Tim, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you so much. Caro
Iris Gaylord
May 15, 2014
David,
I am sorry for your loss. I pray God's peace during this time for you and your family.
Michaela Nolte
May 15, 2014
Dear David, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've looked at all of the photos you've posted and I can only imagine how heartbroken you, your family, and his friends are. He had such a beautiful smile! May his smile and the wonderful memories of him soothe your heart and mind.
Cathy Bray
May 15, 2014
Birgit,
A friend from Charlotte shared this with me. I am speechless and have no words to even express my deepest sorrow for your loss. It has been many years since I have seen you and remember Christopher as a little bundle of energy. No parent should have to bury a child and I grieve with you in this tremendous loss.
Bhavini Shah
May 15, 2014
My deepest condolences are with you for loss of your son. May God be with you in this difficult time . My prayers and caring thoughts are with you and your family.
May 15, 2014
David my condolences go out to you and your family. I am deeply sadden for you loss. May you find solace and everlasting peace in the mighty hands of God.
Cynthia Anderson
Stacy Furr
May 15, 2014
David,
I am so very sorry. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and your family.
Loudoun Emswiler
May 15, 2014
David, your family at work grieves with you and your family at home. Remember, "For the Lord does not abandon anyone forever. Though he brings grief, he also shows compassion according to the greatness of his unfailing love." Lamentations 3:22-26; 31-32 (NLT)
Gerri Aytes
May 15, 2014
Dear David and family: I send my deepest sympathy for your family's great loss. I pray that God be with you and yours in this difficult time.
Steve Racz
May 15, 2014
David, may you and your family find peace in the Lord during this difficult time. I am praying for you.
Minnie Hemphill
May 15, 2014
David and Birgit, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. May the God of peace soothe your heavy hearts.
Pam Creel
May 15, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gregory Roberts
May 15, 2014
David and family, Hold on tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and remember how much you are cared about.
Matt Trombley
May 15, 2014
David, Your family is in our prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Anthony Garcia
May 15, 2014
Dave - Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Take care buddy.
Lori Dahl
May 15, 2014
David and family - You are in my prayers. May you find peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Angi Corrothers
May 15, 2014
Chris, a gifted, delightful light from The fountain of life -- a glimpse of eternity's joy.
Maren Küster
May 15, 2014
Dear Birgit, Dave and Tim, we are so sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories and hold them close to your heart and Chris will never be far from you.
Brigitte, Ekkehard and Maren Küster, Germany
Opa Alfred
May 15, 2014
Mein allerherzlichstes Beileid. Ich bin in Gedanken immer bei Euch! In Liebe, Opa
Judy Miller-Mosher
May 14, 2014
My heart is so broken for Chis' family and friends - he did leave this earth far too soon. I cannot believe he is gone... may he rest in peace.
Kristina Gunnin
May 14, 2014
Dang my friend it was to early for u to leave this world. U had ur whole life ahead of u
Tara Gregory
May 14, 2014
As much as Chris smiled, I hope he passed with a smile on his face. He was the light to the darkest path. My sincere condolences go out to Dave and Birgit, the most wonderful parents any child could have. Chris will remain in all of our hearts and will continue to receive endless love. Chris was a highlight to my life. From being my best friend and boyfriend for an amazing year, I will never forget the memories we have shared together. Those memories I will cherish forever.
Until we meet again, Chris. <3
Dwayne Gilreath
May 13, 2014
We r truly sorry for your loss you r in our thoughts and prayers
Love,
Dwayne Beth and children
We love you, Chris ~
Mr. & Mrs. G
May 13, 2014
Kathy Chavez
May 13, 2014
My heart is broken for Chris' family. I know I told him that I loved him when he would stay at my house with my son Alex. I am saying a prayer for the family. Please know that we loved him too. Kathy Chavez
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