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for Christopher Theil
Gary Theil
April 29, 2021
Not a day goes by without some memory of Chris and Kelly are remembered. It has been almost 13 years now. My heart still aches. Rest peacefully Christopher. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Give my Mother a hug.
Gary Theil
November 20, 2008
All,
We planted a memorial tree for Chris and spread his ashes on Sunday November 8th. It was a cold Sunday, but many of Chris's close friends were there. Of course, tears were shed, but I feel he is finally at rest. The memorial tree is located at the Twin Lakes, area S at Oshounessy Reservoir located north of Dublin. We will place a memorial stone as soon as it is completed. Keep Christopher in your prayers and feel free to visit him. If you need more specific directions please call or e-mail me or Lauren. We travel through all of the milestones in life and miss Chris and Kelly deeply.
Gary Theil
May 15, 2008
To all of you who left an entry in Christopher's Guest Book.
I am Chris' father and I want to in some way thank you all for the outpouring of love and emotions at the loss of our beautiful young man. He had made so much progress recently and we were all so proud of him. Hocking College gave him the outlet for his creative talents. He was so enthusiastic about the school and all of his instructors.
The pain of losing him is real and I search for a reason, but knowing how many lives he touched is a true gift. Please continue to keep Christopher and Lauren in your prayers.
Sincerely
Cindy Theil
May 12, 2008
All, This is Cindy Chris's mother. I want to thank each and every one of you who have posted to this site. Your kind thoughts and kind words have brought comfort to my heart. I was in Athens on Friday night for Mothers Weekend. Chris, Kelly and I had such a good time. They will be missed by many. I have been blessed to have had 22 loooong years with Chris. Thanks to all again. God Bless each and every one of you. Cindy.
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Tiffany James and Family
May 9, 2008
Gary, Kim, and Lauren,
We will miss Chris very much. Although we have only known him for a few years he was always a nice guy who always said hello. Our hearts are hurting right now for you and we are praying for you. May Chris and Kelly rest in peace.
Kathy Creighton
May 9, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I learned of Chris's passing while at OU's Mom's weekend. My son lived directly across the hall from Chris and Kelly and is the same age. The deepness of your grief is almost overwhelming to me . You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Cherie Baker
May 9, 2008
Dear Cindy, Gary and Lauren-Our condolences to you all on the loss of Christopher. I was shocked and in utter disbelief someone so young and that you have to carry with you the unknown. We hope you find peace knowing he is safe in God's arms and time will tell what occured. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We think of your family often though we have not crossed paths in many years the memories remain. I am not sure but I saw a Lauren Theil works at Safelite and if this is the same please ask someone to have her locate me. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you in your time of need. Love to all and keep your memories close in your heart. Cherie, Terry, Ryan and Alecia Baker-previous neighbors on Willis Rd
Susan Speer
May 8, 2008
My daughter, Katie, went all through school with Chris. I will fondly remember Chris as a unique young man who was always polite and respectful in my presence. My heart breaks for your loss.
Karen Loy
May 8, 2008
Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord give you the strength to overcome your sorrow.
Kacy Ray
May 8, 2008
Cindy & Family,
You have been on my mind since I heard the news on Monday. I'm so sorry. I know how difficult this must be for you and everyone Christopher's life touched. Please know my thoughts and love are with you. I hope you can take some comfort and begin to heal with all the outpouring of love and support from friends and family.
Kathy and Kelly Schoener (&family)
May 7, 2008
Cindy, Lauren and Family,
I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you, and how very sorry we were to hear about Chris, and that we care.
Ann Tyler
May 7, 2008
Gary and Cindy,
You were special to us many years ago when you frequently visited our home. Although we didn't know Christopher (except as an infant) he obviously made a wonderful impact on his many, many friends.
May your good memories and God's love sustain you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Miller
May 7, 2008
Theil's--
I did not know Chris-but I do know
that God created him and God is now
taking care of him.
Our Lord is with you--
Bob Miller
Fr. Jeff Rimelspach
May 7, 2008
I know Chris was in our Parish School of Religion and was confirmed here in our parish. My sincere sympathies to you as his family and friends at this very difficult time. My prayers and the prayers of our parish are with you. God bless!
Kevin Lee
May 7, 2008
Cindy,
Sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this tough time. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Kuskowski
May 7, 2008
Cindy, very sorry for your unexpected trajedy. Hope for you the strength to handle it.
Ry Faulk
May 7, 2008
Cindy and Lauren and Gary-
Words can't describe how shocked this tradegy is. I'm so sorry for your loss of an amazing person I loved. I will never forgot how much fun i shared with your son for the whole year we dated. I will always love him and you both! He will never be forgotten
Corrie Johnson
May 7, 2008
Cindy,
I know you were so excited to be able to spend time with your son. Please know that my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. May the love of those around you lead you through the days ahead.
Vickie Brafford
May 7, 2008
Cindy, Gary and Lauren.... My heart breaks over your loss. Just know my family is there if you need anything.. You are in my thoughts and prayers....
Cate Mihalik
May 7, 2008
Cindy, Lauren and Gary,
We are so sorry. After growing up with Christopher for the last 22 years it’s hard to imagine him not being right next door. As a family we were talking about the happy times. Like the “naked neighbors” picture or the time that Christopher built a wooden raft in the back yard. He so had his heart set on sailing that thing down the Scioto River. I think our favorite memories were when we would all go to the Mount Air Swimming Pool or Wyandot Lake during the summers. Don’t forget the happy times; Christopher will always be in your heart. Please let us know if you need anything at all.
Love,
Chris, Karen, Cate, Joe and Kristin
Jim & Judy Keller
May 7, 2008
Gary, Cindy, Kim, Lauren: We are so sorry to hear this news. We remember such wonderful times with Christopher down in Palm Grove. We are sorry for your loss. Love Judy and Jim
Judy Lcke
May 7, 2008
Words cannot express the sorrow that we are feeling in our hearts for the loss of Christopher. I work for OU and I do know that the whole OU community is thinking of his family. I know personally that the pain is very deep but with God grace he will see you through. We will continue to keep your family in our thoughts and prayers daily. I am so very sorry.
mike walker
May 7, 2008
Cindy, Gary, Lauren, my heart goes out to your family. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure you have a huge support group because you're great people, but if you ever need anything, i'm always around to offer any support i can.
Rebecca Jennifer Erica Kristin Mark Barley
May 7, 2008
Our Condolences to the Theil Family,
We would like you all to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we are very saddened by the passing of Chris. He was loved very much by our family and we have wonderful memories of him throughout the years, he will be missed deeply.
Sarah (Watson) Hewitt
May 7, 2008
Cindy, Gary, & Lauren...
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my mom called and told me today and I told I just remeber his as the lil boy next door on Willis, and runnign around in the yard playing with Joey..etc... If there could ba anything I could do, let me know, I am so sorry, I always wish that there was something I could say to make things better when these kind of situations occur, But I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers!!!!
Howaard Jones
May 7, 2008
Cindy and family, my prayers are with you. It is such a devastation to lose one's child anytime. Please feel free to come and talk with me. I lost my son in a car accident the day after his 21st birthday. God be with you in this time of sorrow.
Monica
May 7, 2008
You and your family are in our prayers. I'm so sorry for the loss of your son and brother.
Bridget Hoffman
May 7, 2008
Extending deepest sympathy for you in your loss. And hoping, too, that comfort and peace may come to you. You are in my prayers.
Julie and Bill Svekric
May 7, 2008
May time ease your pain and may you find comfort in the days ahead.
Jamie Hobbins
May 7, 2008
Cindy, my heart breaks for yours......I pray for you the peace that passes all understanding.
The Lord is truly near to the broken hearted. Psalm 34:18
Jamie
Matthew Horn
May 6, 2008
Dear Cindy, Lauren, and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Chris. You may not know me, although I'm sure we've seen each other or met before, but I played cello in orchestra with Chris during high school. During his freshman year I was his stand partner. Although we had grown apart, he was still a wonderful friend to me during high school and touched my life in such a wonderful way when I was going through a lot of depressing times. I'm so thankful that Chris was there for me. My prayers go out to you and your family in this terrible time of loss. Chris will be missed, by me and many others. May he rest in the peace of Christ.
Dave Tyler
May 6, 2008
Gary and Cindy,
I can not even imagine the pain. You have our deepest sympathy and will be in our prayers for love and comfort.
Bob & Janet Knepp
May 6, 2008
Cindy,
We are so saddened by your loss. Words just don't seem to help. You have our hugs, a shoulder to cry on, and our prayers. Our love.
Trudy Garland
May 6, 2008
Our condolences in your time of sorrow.
June Mackenzie and Trudy Garland
kristin barley
May 6, 2008
cindy lauren and gary,
im am so sorry to hear this horrible news. chris was my best friend and we had so many good memories together. i wish i could be there for you all at this time of need but unfortunalely i cant. if there is anything i can do please contact me and keep in touch i miss you all so very much. my best wishes- kristin barley
Rusty Vance
May 6, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and the Armbruster family.
Jeff Stillion
May 6, 2008
So sorry for your loss.
Lesley Ozier
May 6, 2008
No words can express the sorrow the whole Dublin family feels for the loss of your child and brother. My prayers are with you all.
Timothy Engle
May 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Phyllis Earley
May 6, 2008
Mr. Theil and family, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. I hope the pain in your heart will be soften by the many fond memories of your son. God Bless!
James Saygan
May 6, 2008
Cindy,
I would like to extend my sympathy for you at the loss of your son. Words cannot express how sad it is to lose a loved one. I pray that you will find comfort in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
James Saygan
Peggy Sawicki
May 6, 2008
Cindy Lou, Gary and Lauren,
I am so very saddened to hear of your loss. "Loss" is an understatement. Christopher is much more than that, I'm certain. Please know my prayers and love are with you as you attempt to find comfort during this horrible time. Find your comfort in your memories and hold them close to your heart. I am so sorry.
Susan & Marty
May 6, 2008
Cindy, Lauren and Gary
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories and love.
Shelley Orr Schultheis
May 6, 2008
Dear Cindy,
I am so sorry to read about the loss of your son Chris and his girlfriend Kelly. I just read the Dispatch article and saw the obituaries. I'm sure you are devastated, as am I. Know that I am thinking and praying for you. I just lost my mom a few weeks ago, so I know the pain you are going through, but losing your child at such a young age is incredibly sad and heart breaking. My heart aches for you.
Email call me if you need someone to talk to. Turn to others to help you get through this. My condolences to Gary, your daughter Lauren, your mother and the rest of your family.
Shelley Orr Schultheis
Beechcroft Class of '80
Lindsay Butterfield
May 6, 2008
Cindy - My family's thoughts and prayers are with you. I haven't known you long but know you to be a warm and loving mother. If you ever need anything, please feel free to ask.
Wendy Revenaugh
May 6, 2008
Our hearts are breaking for your family. There are no words I can think of that could possibly begin to describe the sadness of such a profound loss. We have wonderful memories of Christopher up at Otsego Lake swimming, fishing, playing guitar by the fire, and enjoying all of us being together. We love you all so much.
Wendy, Bill, Wilson and Eric Revenaugh
Paul Fenstermaker
May 6, 2008
Our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. May the happy memories stay firm and comfort your thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Cindy Fenstermaker
Joy Kaye
May 6, 2008
Cindy,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at this time. We know as mothers what our children struggled with, which is why it makes Chris' passing so sad. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
TINA MAYNARD (BAUMANN)
May 6, 2008
Cindy, Gary and Lauren
I am so sad for your loss. I'm trying to find words and can't. Know that you and your family are in my prayers. May you find the stength to get through this.
My deepest sympathy
Kevin, Ellen, Sarah and Will Keller
May 6, 2008
To the entire Theil Family:
It's 3 am and I find myself unable to sleep due to the sadness that I feel with Christopher's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. I hope that the love of family and the support of close, caring friends helps soften your sadness and that fond memories of Christopher bring you comfort. Stay strong. See you Tuesday evening!
With much love,
Ira Tecson
May 6, 2008
Cindy, Lauren, and Gary,
I've never been good with words but I wanted to express my deepest sympathies. Chris will be missed by many and I hope that you can find strength during this time.
"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."
marla wolfe
May 6, 2008
dear cindy,
as an old friend and employee of great west life, i continue to keep in touch with peggy (you remember, the BOSS!) weekly. she called me the other night to inform me of the death of your son, christopher. i remember when you were pregnant because sue sowers and i were also with child. being a single mother (as i was also) and raising kids these days is such a difficult task and mothers deserve much more credit then we will ever receive! F.Y.I. my kids are 25, 22, and 20 and believe me, it ain't no picinic and i constantly worry about them.
i just wanted you to know that you and your family will be in my prayers.
marla wolfe
Mark Ingram
May 5, 2008
Gary and family I'm so sorry to hear about your loss of Chris. My words cannot express the sorrow you must be feeling at this time. For I am at a loss for those real words of comfort you need right now. But please accept my deepest thoughts for you and your family at this very difficult time. Chris was fun to have in our Boy Scout Troop And we all will miss him. BSA Troop 433
Linda Palma
May 5, 2008
Kim,Gary and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God hold you gently in his arms.
Michael Keller
May 5, 2008
Gary,Cindy and Lauren,
Word has reached me of Christopher's passing into the arms of our Lord. May He also hold you close in these times. My heart will hold the times forever that I shared with your son and brother. His peacefulness and love will be shared by all that he touched. May you find strength in each other and the ones that are with you in these times.
Linda Rodgers
May 5, 2008
Gary,
I am so sorry and sad for your loss of Chris. I remember him as a young fun loving little boy who hung out with my boys in SummitViewWoods/SummitForest.
We will pray for you at this sad time.
Linda Rodgers Scribner ( Adam and Alex Rodgers Mom)
Mary Jo Reinhard
May 5, 2008
Gary and family,
My deepest sympathies. I'm sure that this is the darkest valley that you will walk through. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
As colleagues, we shared the births of our children those many years ago - Dana and Christopher within the same year. Who knows what life will bring for those we love?
I hope that the support and love of all those that you and Christopher have touched will help you through this difficult time.
Take care,
Mary Jo Reinhard
ROBB/KAREN KELLER
May 5, 2008
GARY, I WILL ARRIVE THURSDAY TO GIVE SUPPORT. MY HEARTFELT SADNESS TO YOU AND THE FAMILY. MAY CHRISTOPHER BE HEALED NOW AND IN FULL GLORY AND SPLENDOR.
Katherine Zwick
May 5, 2008
Cindy and Lauren,
Chris and I go pretty far back, as you both know, and as I grew with Chris in what we considered to be an amazing friendship, I also got to know the two of you amazing women very well. I love you both so much, and you are in my prayers. I hope you are hanging in there, and I will see you on Wednesday and Thursday. Godbless you both.
Teryn Brafford
May 5, 2008
I lost one of my three brothers on Saturday. You guys are my family as much as those who share my last name. I cannot believe we don't have Chris with us anymore. I am so sorry guys. Please let myself or my family know if you need ANYTHING. I love you all so much.
Brian Hill
May 5, 2008
Gary, Kim, Cindy, Loran and all those who are close to you, my thoughts and sympathies are with you.
As a friend and co-worker with Gary for the last 24 years, we have shared and lived many stories of our children. The most recent being our summer trips together golfing in Michigan. Passing the guitar between Gary, myself and our sons, taking turns singing and playing by the beach fire will always be wonderful memories.
Please know the burden of loss, while heaviest on all of you, is also shared by the many people whose lives you and Christopher have touched.
With The Deepest of Sympathies,
Brian Hill
Chad, Kristopher, Andy
Polly Warden
May 5, 2008
I did not know your son, but my niece did. She was deeply saddened by his death. What a terrible lost at such a young age. I will keep your family in my thoughts.
Marty & Mike Merz
May 5, 2008
Gary and Cindy... I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now..you are in our prayers and thoughts. Please take care and if there is anything we can do..call.
Mary McLeod
May 5, 2008
Cindy and family, my words can not express how sad and heartbroken I am for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this extremely difficult time.
Deanna Spann
May 5, 2008
Kim, Gary and family-
I am so sorry for you loss. You and your family will be in my heart and prayers as you get through this most difficult time.
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