Christopher Thomas Bales

I cant believe its been 10 years since you left us. I wonder what you would have thought of the world were in right now.

You are still missed Chris Bales.

I never expected to see Chris go so soon, he influenced my life when I was in middle school with him... Thanks for all the book suggestions that helped make me into who I am today Chris. I'm so sorry to every one that loves him and feels such sadness to see him go...

It is so sad to see somebody who was so full of potential lost at such an early age. I remember the last time that I saw Chris when I was helping him find shoes to match his suit and thinking to myself that he was growing into the mirror image of Doug. He seemed ready to take the world on in his move to Portland. My heart goes out to his family. Rest in peace Chris and know that you were loved and will be missed.

Chris and family-- The Light of God Surrounds, The Love of God Enfolds You, The Power of God Protects You, The Presence of God Watches Over You, Now And Always. Whereever You Go - Whatever You Do.

In Memory of the young boy sitting in class at Unity of the Valley and that I knew as a very young man--You Were and Still Are Very Loved!!!!

Lori Syphers

Rebecca, my most sincere condolences to you at what has to be the most difficult times in your life. Jennie and I both send our love and prayers to you.

Sometimes life on this earth is such a struggle that Heavenly Father will take home those who need him most. I am sure Christopher is at peace and surrounded by the love of his Father in Heaven.
Carolyn Lowe and Jennie Peterson

Dear Doug, My prayers and thoughts are with you and Sara. I am so sorry for your loss.

Doug, Sara, and family: I have great memories of sharing the experience of rowing and fishing on the Rogue with Christopher. May the peace and beauty of those moments where the quiet majestry of the river and the valley calm you all and take you back to a happier place.

A little boy traveled voraciously to the Land of the Pharoahs.
His spinning, small body gave him green gills.
Blueberries in his pancakes stretched his smile to his ears.
Beneath that brown head, his boyish head flowed with deep waters.
A challenging life, strong convictions.
Family is who you hold dear.
We will hold him close to our hearts.

You were an amazing person, always there to give honest and humble advise. I'll remeber the good ol days and keep you in my heart forever.

You will be missed

Doug, Rebecca and Sara. Our hearts dropped, stunned, when we learned of Chris' death. It's not supposed to happen this way. In the long silence that followed finding out, please know you are all in our thoughts.

I offer my deepest sympathies to Doug, Becky, Sara, Chelsea, Mr. and Mrs. Peterson, and all others who lost Chris.

thank you for sharing such a wonderful tribute for a son who meant so much to you.I am touched by your sincere honesty

His loss is simply tragic, in every way. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved him, and who had him in their lives.

My thoughts and prayers are with Chris's family and loved ones.