Name: Visitation for CHRISTOPHER ALLEN TINDALL
Start: 2015-01-13T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-01-14T02:00:00.000Z
Location: John Knox Pavilion

Christopher Allen Tindall, 41, of Lee's Summit, Missouri past away January 8, 2015. Full Fire Department Funeral services associated with the line-of-duty death will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at John Knox Pavilion in Lee's Summit at 1:00 followed by a graveside service at Lee's Summit Historical Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday January 13, 2015 at John Knox Pavilion from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Lee's Summit High School AFJROTC or the Missouri search and Rescue K9 Unit. Chris was born April 5, 1973 in Harrisonville, Missouri. He was a battalion chief with the South Metro Fire Protection District in Raymore, Missouri. Additionally, he was a search and rescue K9 handler for Missouri Search and Rescue K9 Unit, Kansas City Disaster dogs, and Missouri Task Force One. Chris was a beloved husband, son, brother and uncle. He is survived by his wife Melia; two sons, Ryan and Tyler; parents, Bonnie and Eldon Maret; sisters Leilani Cammack, Reta Newman (Luke Newman), Roxie Wilburn (Frank Wilburn), Gina Ferguson (Michael Ferguson); brother Tim Maret (Shannon Maret); and ten nieces and nephews. Additionally, he is survived by his parents in-law John and Barbara Ellis and brother in-law Richard Ellis. Arrangements Langsford Funeral Home 115 SW 3rd St Lee's Summit, MO 64063. 816-524-3700.

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Published by Kansas City Star from Jan. 9 to Jan. 11, 2015.

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Crystal Wright

January 20, 2015

Mrs. Tindall and sons,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are still with you. I didn't know Chris personally but he was very kind and patient with my son at the 2014 Prairie Township Open House. He spent 10 minutes just answering questions about the dogs, and made quite an impact just in that brief time. Thank you for your sacrifices as a family, and I'm so sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for your family.

January 18, 2015

Melia, Ryan and Tyler; You are all so much in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Carol Phillips

Jay Mainord

January 18, 2015

Chris and I worked together at several Nissan dealers while he was on his mission to become a firefighter. He was a loyal friend and co-worker. I can attribute much of my early success to his being by my side. I often speak of him to this day as the most talented and intelligent people I have ever had the pleasure to work with. We were so much alike, but sadly we fell out of touch in the years after we stopped working together. I was so proud of him for doing what he loved, and setting the example to other people on rising to every challenge. He never backed down from anything, and was a true inspiration to me. I regret not staying in touch with him so much. It breaks my heart to know that he died so young, and with so much left to do.

John Stegner

January 16, 2015

Tindall Family, I'm sorry for your loss. I met Chris just one time in Raymore. He was just talking with his wife on the phone and telling her he loved her before he hung up. We stood in line and struck up a conversation together about the changes for the better, he had helped be a part of, with the Raymore fire department and their commendable committment to serving their citizens. He also talked about Belton Fire, needing better equipment. He had an inner excitment and energy about life and the things he was passionate about. His wife and children and his men, I could tell were just a touch, of what was simmering inside. He influenced me for the better, in that brief encounter. I'm grateful for that time together and I'm sure his personal faith rubbed many in the right directions. Children and Wife, your Dad and Husband, was an example to follow.

Carrie Culbertson

January 15, 2015

You know he was somebody very important and loved when the traffic is backed up every direction, and you see so many fire trucks on 291hwy!!!I'm very sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Reta. My heart goes out to all of you.

Brandon Gilzean

January 15, 2015

An extraordinary service yesterday. My heart goes out to all the many family members and friends of Chris.

Joyce Arnold

January 14, 2015

May God bless you and the boys...your memories of Chris will never leave your heart.

January 14, 2015

Mrs. Tindall, I didn't know Chris personally but I do know his mother Bonnie. I was a hairstylist of Bonnie's for a short while but, also knew her from Debbie at Hair Slingers Salon as well as though my cousin who works for Bonnie. Bonnie and I spoke a lot about her family, kids and grand kids I wanted you to know how sad I am for you, your children, and Bonnie as well as the rest of your family for your loss. I will keep you in prayer
Anna Sullivan

LouAnn Thompson

January 14, 2015

Another Angel gone up to keep watch...

Mike & Deb Woods

January 14, 2015

Melia - We were so sorry to hear about Chris's passing. Our prayers are for you and the boys to be lifted up in God's loving protection and comfort.

Becky & Michael Edgar

January 14, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. My son and I are lifting you all up in prayer to help you through this very difficult time.

Sarah Briese

January 14, 2015

My heart breaks for you and your family. Please know you are all in our prayers and I hope that all the lovely memories you have help bring you peace.

Sharon McKinney

January 14, 2015

Am so very sorry for your loss. Chris was a very nice guy and will be dearly missed.

Olga Gaona

January 14, 2015

Your family are in my prayers at this hard time right now.

Kendra Cooper

January 14, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Chris was a great friend and he was so proud of his family. We will all miss him dearly. Kendra Cooper - LSPD/CPSI/T

Delia Garcia

January 14, 2015

I am deeply sorry for your loss, Chris was a great guy. Your family is in my prayers.

A Pozos

January 13, 2015

Your in my prayers, what a blessing to be able to have met an amazing person and call Chris my friendyou will be missed, may you rest in paradise. May God bless your family with strength,comfort and support from your family and friends.

January 13, 2015

I am deeply sorry for the loss of Chris and my deepest condolences go out to his wife and children along with the rest of his family. Battalion Chief Daugherty

January 13, 2015

Melia, Ryan, and Tyler,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope that this love and sympathy finds its way into your hearts and helps with easing your pain. We hope that you know the pain the Prairie family is feeling with the loss of Chris. Mike and Alice from the PTFPD family.

January 13, 2015

Go way back with Frank and Roxie and Eldon helped me into my Lee's Summit house 18 years ago. I had heard about Chris but didn't realize the connection. Bonnie and Eldon, Having lost a child, I know the heartbreak you must be feeling. Know that you all will be in my thoughts and prayers, as well as his wife and children. God bless you, but know he will live forever in your heart through the happy memories he left for you to share.
Barb Abernethy

Kim Burnett

January 13, 2015

I was so sad to hear about Chris. I had only met Chris a handful of times on searches and in training with the K-9's. I will keep all of his family & friends in my prayers. Arkansas Alliance of Bloodhound Search Specialists

January 12, 2015

Melia, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and the kids are in our thoughts and Prayers.

Dee & Joel Covinsky

Jayna Walden

January 12, 2015

Melia, My heart breaks for you, Ryan and Tyler. You will always in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Calder

January 12, 2015

Melia, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Lesa West

January 12, 2015

Melia, I am so sorry. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lesa West

Kimbrlyn Stevens

January 11, 2015

Melia this is a complete shock. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Larry Douty

January 11, 2015

Sorry for your loss. I worked with Chris before he became a fireman at Nissan.

Denise D Skouby

January 11, 2015

May God comfort you.

Denise D Skouby

January 11, 2015

I am so sad to hear of the tragic loss of Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jamie Hopkins

January 11, 2015

Thinking about Melia and Chris and their families. Melia has been a friend since the 2nd grade. Love and peace!

An awesome morning at a MOSAR unit training

Christi Raak

January 11, 2015

After a 4 day search by humans to find my radio Chris and Lacy found it in about 30 min

Christi Raak

January 11, 2015

One of my first searches where I had the pleasure of seeing Chris and Lacy doing amazing work

Christi Raak

January 11, 2015

I had the honor of meeting and getting to know Chris along with his Dedication and passion working aside him in the unit

Christi Raak

January 11, 2015

Sara McMillin

January 11, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Chris Seagraves

January 11, 2015

Prayers and Peace for you and your family

January 11, 2015

Bonnie, I had no idea Chris was your son or Roxie's brother. We know Melia and the boys from church. What a small world! We are so sorry for the loss of Chis, what a shock and he is so young. Our love and prayers go out to you, Eldon, Roxie, Melia, the boys and all your special family. God Bless you during this difficult time. Love, Sheila Harris

Jack Groblebe

January 11, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.

Chief Jack Groblebe, East Lynne Gunn City F.P.D., Jeannie Davis-Groblebe, and all of ELGCFPD members.

Debbie Weaver

January 11, 2015

Bonnie and Family, my deepest condolences on this horrible loss in your lives! You may not know, but my oldest son is a Fire chief and the same age. this hit very close to home. My love and prayers go out to all of you!

Rita lahti

January 11, 2015

Bonnie & family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Lynn Bachman

January 11, 2015

Holding your family in my heart and sending up prayers for peace and comfort.

Chris & Gunner with the Ensler Bark Box. An Eagle Scout project of Luke Bowers June 2012.

Linda Ahern

January 10, 2015

Dear Melia, Ryan & Tyler, Dale and I are so very sorry and are keeping you close in our hearts and prayers.

January 10, 2015

We are so sorry and so surprised to hear of Chris' death. We did not know him real well, but have worked with him through MOTF-1. Our prayers are with your family.

Paul and Donna Boenisch

Jill Uhl

January 10, 2015

Melia, Ryan and Tyler, I am so very sorry. You are in my prayers and will continue to be for a long time to come. I hope it brings you some comfort to know that your church family loves you very much and will support you in any way possible.
With love, Jill

Ricky, Mandy, and Liam Boedeker

January 9, 2015

We are so very sorry for your loss and hope that you are able to find peace together with your boys. It's so unfortunate that Chris was taken from you so early in life. Sending you love and prayers.

January 9, 2015

Russ and Vicki Headley

January 9, 2015

Melia, Ryan and Tyler, Vicki and I so very sorry for your loss. Nothing I can say can relieve your pain and sorrow, but please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Your Church family is here for you. You are in our prayers.

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