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for Christopher Sommers
Claudia Simpson
December 3, 2020
Dear family and friends of BM3 Chris Sommers, I am Master Chief Claudia Simpson and I was Chris’s “Doc” on the USCGC MACKINAW.
I just found a picture “old school film” with Chris and I on the ships bridge. Chris was a fantastic shipmate and a dear person. He had a great sense of humor and I considered him part of my CG family.
I feel as if Chris is an Angel and sending me a little good luck nudge from Heaven. I will be retiring after 30 years of service this summer. It is a lucky chance I received this notification on myCG email.
I have a few pictures I’d like to upload and share of Chris.
The CG lost another great Mackinaw sailor in the last year. Commander select Molly Waters maiden name Killian. Molly sailed with Chris and I and had a love for the Great Lakes. God Bless my awesome shipmates, till we meet again!! Love, Doc
Love, Mom
August 23, 2007
Just wanted to say I miss you so much Christopher. I think about you everyday and wonder what your life would have been like if you were still here for years to come. I know you would have been an outstanding man and that is the way I remember you today. I am proud for what you stood for, and am proud to have been your mother. I can't wait to be with you someday and tell you how much I love you. I feel like a part of my heart and life is missing that I will never get back. I will cherish my memories of you close to my heart. Just know I will never forget the wonderful person you are and always will be! I love you son.
Love, Mom
April 8, 2007
Happy Easter Christopher,
Just wanted you to know I am thinking of you today and everyday. I remember when you played Jesus Christ in "The Passion Play" at St. Judes Church. You were so good and I remember you carrying the cross up the aisle and to the center of the stage and being nailed to the cross. Now Jesus is carrying you until we meet again. I am so proud of you and what you accomplished in your short life here on earth. I love you so much and miss you even more. Until next time, may God keep you safe and surround you with his grace and never ending love.
Don & Connie Conn
March 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Clifford Sommers
March 21, 2007
To Christopher Clyde Sommers,
You were born for God and from two wonderful parents, Scott A. and Robin R. Voreis (Sommers).
Your great, great, great, great Grandma Bailey was Native American. You had Irish, Swiss, German, Dutch, English and very proud american ancestors. You were very patriotic to serve in the United States Coast Guard, serving your country.
I give your mother, Robin, the full credit for guiding you into the Coast Guard, a direction that caused you to take off running with the ball. This made you what you were. A polite young man, wanting to please everyone you came in contact with, and never having a stranger in your midst. A friend to everyone.
You could fly like an eagle, run like an antelope and swim like a fish when you were growing up. We always understood each others wit.
I met many thousands of people in my lifetime, and read about some outstanding human beings Chris, you were at the top of my list.
How proud we are to have known you. What a priviledge in life to have known such an outstanding, kind, considerate, intelligent and loving grandson.
You will always be in our hearts. I know you are especially watching over your mom and dad, your sister Jamie, and Grandpa and Grandma.
We will be looking forward to meeting and seeing you again at that happy hunting grounds in the sky.
Your life was valued on how you gave your all "My Hero"!
Love Ya,
Mom, Dad and Jamie
March 15, 2007
We have ordered you the most beautiful headstone Christopher, we know you would love it. We have the Coast Guard emblem and your high school picture etched in the top and the Mackinaw ship and the 2 boats at Calumet Harbor on it too. It is beautiful, just like you son. We love you so much and miss you even more. We will be with you again someday, our faith in God sustains us. You will always be our "Little Mr. Coast Guard."
Your loving mother
February 13, 2007
I think about you every single day Christopher. I love you so much and am so proud to be your mother. You gave of yourself to so many and your country and for that I am grateful. I will forever be proud of you and I can't wait till I see you again in heaven. Till then know that I will love you forever and ever till the end of time. All I ever wanted was a boy and a girl and God granted me that wish when I had you and Jamie. I thank him for the time I was given with you. I love you son, never forget that!
Krista Wiley
January 29, 2007
Man I can't believe Chris is gone, I will always remember ridin in his Purple Dodge truck and gettin the tour of the Coast Gaurd boat,he gave the best tour for a rookie, we love him very much and will miss him tons, Thanxs for everything you did Chris. Love Krista
Bryan Evans
January 13, 2007
I give my deepest sympathy to the Sommers family for your loss. Chris is a good man and a hard working sailor who has a passion for his work. All of us on the Old Cutter Mackinaw and his fellow shipmates elsewhere will never forget Chris. May peace be with you my friend. Will you always shine your smile and passion for life down on all of us.
Jonathan Sommers
January 8, 2007
Dear Scott, Robin & Jamie,
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your wonderful son, your only brother and my only nephew. It is so sad to realize that we can no longer fill our lives with new news and events that Christopher would have undoubtedly made for us in years to come. I will however always remember the times I had with Chris in Wichita, Kansas playing with him as a child and later with vacations to Rawlins, Wyoming where I let Chris drive my car when he was only seven years old.
I am so proud of Christopher's accomplishments including those at Lincoln Way High School where he broke three records in swimming and in his career with the United States Coast Guard as an MB3 shipmate stationed at the Calumet Region of Northern Illinois. His desire to go to the TOP in the United States Coast Guard would have been realized without question after seeing his devotion, drive and motivation that made Chrisopher such a special person. Christopher, I will always be proud of you and remember you for the wonderful impressions you left with all the people you came in contact with in your life.
Love You,
From Your Uncle Jon
Brandi Boushon
January 7, 2007
Chris, sorry you had to go so soon, on the never ending trip of life. We had are ups and downs. But you left a lot of good be hind you here. That any one would be thankful for. You are miss lots. Sweet dreams till I see you again.
Robin Sommers
January 2, 2007
I miss you so much Christopher, my heart aches for you everyday. I want to hear your voice again and see your smiling face but I know I can't right now. I look forward to the day I will see you again. Until then, know your mother loves you so much and misses you every minute of every day sweetheart!!
LTJG Elizabeth Newton
December 28, 2006
The thing I remember most about BM3 Sommers will be how he could always make me laugh and as an Ensign on my first tour out of the Academy, it was always appreciated. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to his shipmates. I will always remember his smile and his free spirit. Thanks for just being you Chris. =) And thanks for making my first tour one to remember!!
Brett Chmiel
December 28, 2006
With my deepest sympathy to the entire Sommers family on the passing of my friend and shipmate. I was truly saddened to hear of his untimely death. He was a good friend and great shipmate, who will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family. Keep the memories of your loved one close to your heart and God will do the rest to bring you comfort now and forever.
MK1 Michael Backlas
December 27, 2006
Ah that smile, a smile you could not say no to. I couldn’t count the times you would need a tool or some advice from the aux shop. I’d just have to drop what I was doing for you, no matter how busy I was. You were a good shipmate, thank you for sharing that smile with me.
Matthew Westveer
December 27, 2006
Even though I did not work with Chris on the Mackinaw, I found out how good of a friend he really was just by how many friends he had. He will be sorely missed by everyone. The USCG has lost a great shipmate.
Violet Kurtz
December 27, 2006
Dear Scott, Robin and Jamie,
I am a very good friend of Nancy and Cliff,so I hear how great the kids are.We send our sympathy and prayers for the family.
Nancy Stiefel
December 27, 2006
Chris it was a privlige to sail with you on board the mackinaw. I am so greatful that for the time we shared on board. You are a great man who had the type of personality thay always brought a smile to peoples faces even in the worst of times. untill we meet again fair winds and following seas. You are and will be missed forever
CWO2 Sean Woodworth (Woody)
December 26, 2006
Sommers,
My deepest condolenses to the Sommers family, Chris was the man. He always kept a smile on his face and was willing to do whatever needed to help a shipmate. Thanks for keeping my stateroom stocked with goodies, you were the best.
Peace brother, you are missed.
May the four winds blow you safely home.
Patrick Pietrolungo
December 25, 2006
Shipmate, It was too soon. A great person lost, a great person to remember. Take care, be good (and don't give the big guy a hard time) Show him what made you a great friend.
Claudia Simpson
December 20, 2006
Chris,
Your memory will live in my heart and all the people you have touched so deeply always. I remember your tall proud stature, your bright eyes and infectious smile, your loving, joking manner. I still see you in the Sickbay passageway squaring my Sickbay door in true boot camp fashion. I see you sitting in my chair in Sickbay saying "okay let's play a game, I'm the Chief and you are the BM3." You were always making me smile. I know how much Sarah, your family, your friends, your Shipmates and the Coast Guard meant to you. I think you broke the record for the amount of friends and family taken on a dependants cruise out of Chicago.
I saw the way you grew from the new kid on Deck Force to a very proud, knowledgeable, strong Bos'n Mate, who embraced the core values of Honor, Respect and Devotion to Duty.
I see your navigational stars............
And I know you are looking over us from above.
Peace be with the Loving Family, Friends and Shipmates of Christopher Sommers.
Love and Respect,
Doc
JIM KETCHUM
December 19, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF CHRIS SOMMER
AS A CGAUXILIARST I SPENT MANY DAYS ABOARD THE MACKINAW.WHAT A WONDERFUL BUNCH OF YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN I CAME TO KNOW, AND CHRIS WAS ONE OF THE BEST. HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND PERSON ALWAYS READY TO HELP IN ANY WAY HE COULD. I KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO LOSE A BELOVED SON AND MY THOUGHTS, SYMPATHYS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS
Leah Bent
December 19, 2006
Wow...Where to start! I did not get to know you as well as I would have liked, but I did enjoy the times we did hang out. You were an awesome bowler and I had a blast with you and everyone we went out with. It was, and still is a special time that I will remember and cherish for a lifetime. You can replace just about anything in life, but you cant replace family and friends. And in the Coast Guard, your friends become your family. You can never be replaced. Please know you are missed and above all loved.
Bryan Medina
December 19, 2006
I remember swimming with Chris in the Cheboygan river, he was like a fish. I pray he is where we all want to be when we go. To the Sommers family, I lament with you.
Andrew Bent
December 19, 2006
Even though I didn't know Chris that well, I knew people who did. They spoke very highly of him and it is a terrible shame that he was taken so early in his life.
CDR Joseph C. McGuiness
December 18, 2006
As it turns out, we on MACKINAW were privliged to sail in the presence of a shooting star. Our sky was brightened whenever Chris was in it, with his smile and his positive outlook, and his love of life. We were privlidged to have his as a shipmate. None of us were ready for the star to disappear. So remember Chris whenever you see a shooting Star, a gift, a moment of true brigtness, up in the heavens.
Cody Mayrer
December 18, 2006
To the Sommer's family,
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm proud to say I had the oppurtunity to get to know Chris while he was with us all. I have many great memories with Chris on the Mackinaw and off of it. He was a great friend and I will never forget him.
Tom & Carol Stevens
December 18, 2006
As members of the Cheboygan Coast Guard Auxillary, we were deeply saddened at the news of Chris' passing the bar. We were enjoyed working with him on the USCGC Mackinaw,where he always maintained a positive attitude and friendly smile.
Nicole Passaglia
December 16, 2006
Scott, Robin, and Jamie, I want to you know that I love you guys with all my heart and Chris was like my second brother. I'll always remember him coming through our garage door screaming some non-sense. I am glad that I had the chance to become close to the family and will never forget the times we had together. Chris was always someone I looked up to and I am proud of what he accomplished. He is still the greatest person I've ever known and will always be. I love you guys!!
Gaynelle (Grandma) Voreis
December 16, 2006
Dearest Christopher,
The pain I am feeling can not be expressed in words. I am devastated by your passing. I am so proud to be your Grandmother and to have watched you grow into such a fine young man. I have so many memories of you that I will hold them all in a special place in my heart forever.
I found this poem today and I keep reading it thinking that you would say this to me and of course your Mom and Dad if you could.
Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the Gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the mornings hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
Hugs and Kisses to my Sweet Grandbaby Boy.
Diane Whited
December 16, 2006
Dear Scott, Robin, and Jamie,
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your great loss. I pray that you will feel God's peace and know that you are surrounded by so many wonderful people who care about you all. To hear the stories of how much Christpoher touched peoples lives in such a postive way is such a great tribute to all of you as his family.
Diane Whited
Pa Voreis
December 16, 2006
Robin,Scott & Jamie,
I know right now you have a huge hole in your hearts as I have. I will always cherish the memories of Chris at the Cabin hunting and of getting upset with the way he rode the snowmobiles only to get his infectious smile and laugh. Those memories I have will sustain me for as long as I am permitted to be in the flesh, then released to see Christopher again. The last time we were hunting and going to our stands he led the way, now he is leading the way and I know he is asking all of us to follow him.
Chris, we will always be there for your mother,father and Jamie.
You will always be #1 with me.
I Love You.
Jessica Clifford
December 15, 2006
Chris- Mike and I both are deeply saddened by your loss. The 3 of us spent a lot of time together in Cheboygan and had so much fun-especially the skiing trips! You were part of many great laughs and fun times and you will be greatly missed by so many people. May we all meet again someday.
Sylvia Reaser
December 15, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Paul & Lynda Symes
December 14, 2006
Our dear friends Scott, Robin & Jamie. We are heart broken to hear of your loss of Christopher. We know that because of you he became a fine man who chose a truly noble quest -- that of defending his country against it's enemies both foreign and domestic. We know that you could not have been more proud of him. We can only imagine how your hearts must hurt with the loss of Chris. Christopher will stand tall and proud in the presence of God as he did in the presence of man, of that we are sure. The strength of our Lord and the strength of character that you passed on to Chris is the same strength that you must now draw from to sustain your selves and endure the grief of your loss.
There is a loftier ambition than merely to stand high in the world. It is to stoop down and lift mankind a little higher. We know Christopher has been doing just that.
We hope you can take some comfort in the love we have for you.
God be kind to us all but give you special blessings at this painful time.
Love and God’s blessings for you
Paul and Lynda
Michael Clifford
December 14, 2006
Chris we had a lot of unforgettable times together and I will always remember them. you were one of my best friends. I could not wait the day to here you were going to go to AST "A" school and be stationed together again. My thoughts and prayers got out to your family and friends. It still unbeleivable.
Brady Edwards
December 14, 2006
Chris we spent alot of good times together. We pushed each other to be better in all we did. I am so thankful that I had the oppurntunty to call you shipmate as well as friend. You are a great man who had the amazing ability to always bring a smile to peoples faces even in the worst of circumstances. I will look foward to the day we meet again until then may God bless you fair winds and following seas my friend. You are and always will be missed.
BM3 Brady Edwards
Sara Brandon
December 14, 2006
Scott, Robin, and Jamie-
I can not imagine the pain you are going through now. You are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I wish we all could have spent more time with Chris but his memories will forever live on in our hearts. May God please you and ease your suffering.
Your Niece and Cousin,
Sara
Sara Brandon
December 14, 2006
Chris- I will never forget the times we spent together at Grandma and Grandpa Sommers' farm. I am so proud of the man you have become. You are and always will be truely loved and honored by our family. Keep an eye on all of us. Until we meet again.
Your Cousin, Sara
Sara Saunders-Karstens
December 14, 2006
Robin, Scott, and Jamie
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I have so many memories of Chris. We used to play for hours and hours together and spent countless time between the two houses. I can't even start to imagine your loss but do take comfort in the fact that the life he did lead was great and he accomplished alot in the short time he was with us. God will take good care of him now.
Penny Saunders
December 14, 2006
Dear Robin, Scott and Jamie,
So many memories come to mind when I think of Chris. The little boy who had endless energy and loved to tease his sister. Our trips to Ft. Collins and him running and jumping into the pool. His death is so tragic and unfair. He seems to have become quite a wonderful young man with many accomplishments and endless friends. You must be so very proud of his service to the Coast Guard and the fine young man he became. Please take some comfort in knowing that God is guiding Chris now and looking out for him. I can't begin to express how sad Kenny and I are and how our hearts break for your loss. Our families were so close and Chris was such a big part of our lives when you lived here. Please know our prayers have been with you and your family.
Kenny and Penny Saunders Rawlins WY
nicholas conkright
December 14, 2006
Chris i will never forget you. whatever i would call you friend, shipmate, roommate, and BOATSWAINS MATE. I will always remember the times we spent together at the house that we made our own, or watching the dvd's that were our favorite and i will always remember the times we spent just hanging out at the house. i always thought of you as a brother, and i know you thought the same. i will always remember you. I love you chris. you will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace
Alison Danaher and Family
December 13, 2006
Dear Robin, Scott, and Jamie,
Reading these entries is quite a tribute to Christopher's life. He touched so many people during his time here and will live on in many people's hearts. You are blessed with so many friends and family members around the country who have shared in this guest book, sending you their love and prayers as we do.
FN Daniel Swets
December 13, 2006
Chris, Im gonna miss you more than anything man. There is a lot of things left unsaid but that is just between me and you. I shared many laughs with you and so many late night driving trips back to cheboygan from home. I always looked up to you as a brother. You will always be in my thoughts. Mom and Dad you know more than anyone how much me and chris looked after one another.Scott, what a man you raised Chris to be. If I was only half that. Mom, Sorry that me and Chris liked to give you such a hard time. I would call you from chris's phone and talk to you for like 10 minutes before you realized it wasnt chris. Jamie, I apologize for making fun of Chris for taking his little sister to prom. He was so proud of you and talked about you all the time. Sarah no matter what it was with Chris, it always came down to you. You were everything to him. My prayers are with you and your family through this time.
Wayne and Naomi Spritka
December 13, 2006
Scott, Robin & Jamie,
Chris was a strong, positive young man embodied with rich ethical and moral character. As parents you need to know it was my honor to serve with him. He left a lasting impression on my family and taught me to stay young. I am proud to call him friend and "Boatswain Mate"
God Bless You
Andrew Tetrault
December 13, 2006
For 2 and a half long years
This sailor has stood the watch
While some of us were in our bunks at night
This sailor stood the watch
While some of us were in school learning our trade
This shipmate stood the watch
In those years when the storm clouds of war were seen brewing on the horizen of history
This shipmate stood the watch
Many times he would cast an eye ashore and see his family standing there
Needing his guidance and help
Needing that hand to hold during those hard times
But he still stood the watch
He stood the watch so that we,
our families and our fellow countrymen could sleep soundly in safety, each and every night knowing that a sailor stood the watch.
Today we are here to say
Shipmate...the watch stands relieved
Relieved by those You learned from, trained, guided and led.
Shipmate you stand relieved....
We have the watch
My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and shipmates of Chris.
Chris,
Keep the other side of the bar safe for the rest of our families that have crossed.
Em3 Sean Smith
December 13, 2006
Chris was one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He taught me alot when I first got to the Mackinaw which I will be forever gratful. Best wishes Em3 Sean Smith
Teko Torres
December 13, 2006
To The Sommers Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a great shipmate and an even better friend. I will never forget all the fun times we had.
Christopher Dickerson
December 13, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to Chris and his family. Chris has made a big impact on me and alot of other shipmates with his outgoing spirits and his will to help others. We(Coasties) will love him and miss him and send our deepest sympothy to his family.
Christopher Dickerson
December 13, 2006
I would like to offer my deepest sympothy to the Sommers' family. Chris Sommers was the first shipmate to welcome me aboard the Mackinaw and he was the last to say goodbye. He was well know for his outgoing spirit and willing to help other people succeed. Best wishes and i will be praying for all of you.
Jason Moats
December 13, 2006
To The Sommers Family,
You are in my family's prayers. I'm very sorry for the loss of your Son.
To Chris, I'm glad we served together, and that you got to know my Wife and Daughter. We had a lot of good times, you will never be forgotten by any of us..
Eric Koch
December 13, 2006
To the Sommer family, I'm truly sorry for your loss. Chris worked for me on the Cutter Mackinaw and was one of my hardest workers. His positive attitude and hard work ethic was a shining example of what a Coastie should be. He always knew how to make everyone around him smile and laugh. Already I miss getting my weekly emails from him saying "DA BEARS WIN, LIONS SUCK". Him and I use to always argue who the better football team was.
To Chirs, I miss you and I know we'll see each other again some other day. You patrolled the rough and sometimes dangerous waters of the Great Lakes, now it's time for you to patrol the calm peaceful waters of Heaven. Good night my friend, sleep well and God bless you.
Denver Shepherd
December 13, 2006
I would like to offer my condolences to the Sommers' family. I'll never forget the times we had together serving on the Mackinaw and his influence on me to be the swimmer I am today.
Michael and Vivian Hiatt
December 13, 2006
Sunset and evening star, And one clear call for me! And may there be no moaning of the bar, When I put out to sea, But such a tide as moving seems asleep, Too full for sound and foam, When that which drew from out the boundless deep Turns again home. Twilight and evening bell, And after that the dark! And may there be no sadness of farewell, When I embark; For though from out our bourne of Time and Place The flood may bear me far,I hope to see my Pilot face to face When I have crossed the bar.
Chis was one of the finest Petty Officer's that I have hade the pleasure to serve with. It made me proud the day I was able to call him Boatswain's Mate. My condolences go out to his family. He will truly be missed.
Louis Espinoza Jr.
December 13, 2006
Sommers Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Chris was a good kid and I am sure he turned out to be a fine young man that you were all very proud of. Chris was a great baseball player that I will always remember from his smile,dedication,competitive drive that he had for the game. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 12, 2006
We are so very sorry of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you.
Barry and Nancy Rainey, Rawlins, Wy.
James Carpenter
December 12, 2006
Scott Robin and Jamie I am very sorry about your loss. Chris was a great person and an awesome friend to me. We had some great times that i will never forgett. Between huntin and snowmobilin our times together were unforgettable. My heart goes out to you. chris is with god now and i know god is with you I give you my blessings.
James Carpenter
December 12, 2006
My heart goes out to you Scott Robin and Jamie I am very sorry about your loss. Chris was a great person and an awesome friend to me. When you guys lived in Wyoming Chris and me had some great times that i will never forget. Between hunting and snowmobiling we had some unforgettable times that will be in my heart forever i cant express in words how deepely sorry I am for the loss of Chris but he is with god now and i know god is with you. My blessings are with you.
Amy Cook
December 12, 2006
To the Sommers Family,
I'm not sure if you remember me and my family, but my brother Kyle Cook was good friends with Chris. We are deeply saddened by his sudden death. If you guys need anything, please let my mom Missy, my brother Kyle, or me know!
God Bless!
Michael, Barbara, Steven and Kimberly Locke
December 12, 2006
Shipmate, Friend, Brother; Fate and a little help from the Coast Guard made us shipmates when you were stationed aboard the USCGC MACKINAW. Your personality, positive attitude and desire to have a great time made us friends, but it was your kind heart and love for my children that earned you UNCLE status which made us brothers. The hours you spent with them playing games while babysitting to the snowmobile rides is time they will find unforgettable. You will always be in our thoughts.
Rest in peace BROTHER, your watch is over.
Jennifer Saunders-Griffiths
December 12, 2006
Robin, Scott and Jamie,
I am very sorry about your loss of Chris I was very sad to hear about him passing away. He was a great kid and I enjoyed babysitting him. Mom and dad sure miss you as neighbors. Please call and talk with mom she would love to hear from you and she is a great listener. Her number is still the same. Again sorry for your loss, he will be missed by alot of people.
Love,
Tyson Ulrich
December 12, 2006
To the Sommers family,
Thank you for taking the time in talking with me on Sunday. Chris was not only a great friend but a great shipmate as well. It was a honor to serve our country with him. My prayers will go out with you guys.
Love
Tyson Cameron Ulrich
BM3 Sommers 10 June 2006
Dana Woodworth
December 12, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. We know Chris will be greatly missed by all who knew him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sean and Dana Woodworth - USCG
Aislinn Whyte
December 11, 2006
I would like to offer my condolences to the Sommers' family. I was shocked and deeply saddened when I found out what happened. I am honored to have known Chris. The memories I have of him will be cherished forever. Not only was Chris a great friend but he was a great person too. He will always be near and dear to my heart.
Julie and David Smith
December 11, 2006
Robin and Scott,
You are in our thoughts and prayers, we wish we could be with you at this most trying time. It seems like only yesterday we visited you in Wyoming, Christopher was such an energetic, adorable young boy. His memory will remain in our hearts forever. Love to you all.
Julie (Vossberg) Smith
Tracy Wilkes
December 11, 2006
Words can not express how very sorry we were to hear about Christopher. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope knowing that he is with the Lord will help ease your pain some what, and that he is now an angel watching over your family forever. Tracy & Brent Wilkes
John Foody
December 11, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss.May your faith keep you strong.May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Justin Bentsen
December 11, 2006
Scott Robin & Jamie
Im very sorry to hear about your tragic loss. I send my deepest sympathy and if i can be any help just let me know.
Jerry and Julie Hahn
December 11, 2006
Scott and Robin, Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the sudden death of Christopher. We know how hard it is losing a child. If you need to talk, get in touch with us or e-mail. We're thinking of you. God Bless, Jerry and Julie Hahn
Shawna Carpenter
December 11, 2006
Scott, Robin and Jamie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We have known Christopher since he was just a kid and I know he made you proud. We will always remember the snowmobiling trips and the time we took you to Illinois. James and Christopher sure made the trip an adventure. God Bless.
Dennis, Shawna, Kasandra, James, Courtney Carpenter
Suzy McLaughlin
December 11, 2006
Robin, Scott and Jamie,
Our prayers are with you at this sad time. We found some wonderful photos of Christopher, about 2 years old, with our son Brady, at a wedding reception. He was wearing a darling suit, such a handsome boy.
We know you are missing him and ache for you.
We love you.
Bil and Suzy (Dunbar)McLaughlin
Beverly Corey
December 11, 2006
Kenny & Gaynelle - I am so very sorry to hear about your grandson. I know that this is a very hard time for you but I am praying that God will comfort your hearts and give you strength. You will have alot of precious memories from his short time with you. Sorry I can't be with you but know that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Beverly Corey
Nancy Taylor
December 11, 2006
Kenny, Gayla, & Robin - We are so sorry for what you are going through. Even though we can't be there with you, we are there in spirit and you are in our prayers. There are no words to soften the pain - just try to focus on the wonderful memories you have. We love you and God Bless.
Bernadette Havelka
December 10, 2006
The greatest memory I will have of Chris is our trip to California or "Cali" as Chris would say. Chris, Ryan, and Matthew had the time of their lives surfing & enjoying their friendship. Chris was so polite, kind, & helpful while staying at my brothers' home. My family will still ask about Chris & I'd never have imagined this is the news I will have to share. I was so glad Chris stopped by the last time he was home. He was so proud of his career & looked so wonderful. I have no words to express my sorrow. The loss of a child brings the greatest loss. I pray for your strength to carry on. You raised a young man with strong character & integrity. Chris-you will always be in my heart. I am so grateful I shared part of your life.
Jenni Pfingston
December 10, 2006
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Chris's parents and sister. Chris was a good friend of my boyfriend's (Riley Winke). I've only known him since May, but he has made such an impact on my life in such a short amount of time. One of the sweetest guys I have ever met and probably ever will meet in my lifetime.
We love you Chris and you will forever hold a special part in our hearts,
Jenni Pfingston and Riley Winke
Cory Lund
December 10, 2006
Scott and Robin: Our deepest sympathies to you in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Cory and Deby Lund.
Joe Rodriguez
December 10, 2006
My prayers are with you and your family.
Doris Phillips
December 10, 2006
I am so sorry we have lost you Chris, you will be missed much. Your charming smile and your warm hugs hello, and bending to kiss me good-bye as you would leave. You are my sons best of friend and he will miss you deeply. Your calls to me just to say hi or to share some good news. I will always remember your last visit just recently.I enjoyed you coming and hanging out at the house with Josh after work. I know my son is going to miss you very much he loved you very much you are like a brother to him. I thank you and your parents for loving Josh and making him feel part of your family, we will miss you very much. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Jerry and Deanna Robinson
December 10, 2006
Although we never met Chris, we often heard his grandarents, Cliff and Nancy Sommers, speak of him with such love and pride. We offer you all our sympathy.
Ray and Dorothy Christiansen
December 10, 2006
Dear
Scott, Robin, and Jamie--Please accept our deepest condolences on Chris'sudden
death. We did not know him but we know both of you and thus he must have
been a fine young man.Our hearts and prayers go out to you, knowing God will
give you strength now and in the future.
George and Margaret Haller
December 10, 2006
As friends of your paternal grandparents, Cliff and Nancy Sommers, we knew how precious you were to them and how they treasured having you in their lives. They were so proud of your accomplishments. Our heartfelt sympathy to all your family.
Melody Morse
December 10, 2006
To Our Beloved Friends Scott, Robin and Jamie: We have no idea of the grief and pain you are going through, but we find comfort in knowing God is with you, and especially that Chris is with Him. We wish we could be there to hug you, offer a shoulder to cry on, and an ear to listen, but we're glad you have so many family and friends there with you at this most difficult time. We hope you're feeling our comfort and prayers across the miles. All our love, Bill and Melody Morse - Cheyenne, Wyoming
Scott A. and Robin R. Sommers
December 10, 2006
To our loving son Petty Officer BM3 Christopher C. Sommers... With the greatest expressed sadness from your Mother and Father, we want to say we love you and are so proud of your diligent work and accomplishments in the UNITED STATES COAST GUARD while serving on the USCG Cutter Machinaw (Cheyboygan, MI) for two years and at Calument Harbor Station (Calument, IL). As a father - I can not express how much I loved and cared for you. As your mother - You will always be in my thoughts and my heart. We both are so proud and our hearts are broken with the tragic loss but our strong faith in God will get us through this difficult time without you. WE LOVE YOU, SON (FOREVER) God bless you and please 'know' the time will come when we will see you again.
Eric Brei
December 9, 2006
Chris was a great friend, and high school swimming would have never been the same without him. I looked up to him, and my condolences go to his family. He will truly be missed.
Becky Porter
December 9, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
BM3 Nick Conkright - USCG & Family; Becky Porter (mother) Danville, IN, Tim and Sandee Conkright (father & step-mother) New Market, IN, Brother Logan, Sister Elizabeth & Family. The Family of Grace and Mercy Church, Crawfordsville, IN.
ericka burklow
December 9, 2006
i am so sorry for your loss. Chris was one of the greatest people i have ever known. he was always able to put a smile on my face. Chris you will never be forgotten. love you (my husband haha it will always be our joke) we will see you again someday!love you always and forever
Nikki Burklow
December 9, 2006
The great times we had will never be forgotten. You will remain in our hearts forever. love you always
Kristen Anderson
December 9, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Kristen Anderson
Water Polo Coach-LWC
Bob, Lisa, Zak, and Emily Watson
December 9, 2006
We will always remember his smiling face, teasing attitude, and feeling like he was part of the family. We will miss his unexpected visits and his stories. You'll always remain in our hearts. We love you.
Kenny, Keith, Karen, Alex, Abe, Kelly and Austin Sommers
December 9, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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