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Christopher Ryan Hill
1976 - 2005
Christopher Ryan Hill
1976 - 2005
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This obituary was originally published in the Bakersfield Californian.
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Melissa Jefferson-Magno
July 24, 2006
Happy Birthday Chris.
Patti Moore
July 22, 2005
Dear Families and Friends of Chris,
This 24th of July and every July 24th will always be a special day for us, a remembrance of Chris. May we all remember, as one friend wrote to me,"to love each other very much"!
Love,
Aunt Patti
Melissa Jefferson-Magno
July 22, 2005
Dear Chris,
We will be thinking of you on your birthday. A day has not gone by that I don't think of you. I'm so sorry for what happened. I pray for your family daily and hope that they will heal. You are so sorely missed. I take peace in knowing that we will all be together again someday. Until then, please watch over your loved ones and friends. God bless you.
Niranjan Baisakh
July 7, 2005
Dear Dr. Hill,
It is with extreme sadness that I had to convey you my deep condolence for this great loss. I pray The Almighty to usher you with all the strength as you pass through this hard phase. May the soul of Chris rest in eternal peace.
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Charlene Kroger Newstrom
July 2, 2005
Dear Caren and Jim~
Patti e-mailed me of the loss of your dear son, Chris. There are no words to adequately express our sympathy and sorrow. Please know that you, your family, and Karen and her family are in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to be for a long time.
With deepest sympathy, Charlene and David Newstrom
Paul Brady
July 2, 2005
I am deeply saddened by the untimely death of Chris, I was in class with him on the Friday before he lost his life. We spoke at great length, he was a very squared away young person, his death is tragic and unfair as he had so much to contribute. Some of what he said will stick in memory for ever. I wanted to tell his wife all of the nice things he said about her. Please call me.
Paul (661) 823-9048 God bless
Rick Norman
June 29, 2005
Dear Jim,
I extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family on the loss of your son Chris.
Sincerely,
Sant and Indu Virmani
June 29, 2005
Jim, Karen and Family,
Kindly accept our heartfelt condolences for the tragic and untimely demise of Chris. We find no words sufficient to console you, however we pray that the Almighty gives you enough strength to bear this shock. May the departed soul rest in peace.
Sant, Indu, Lily , Ajoy and Sunny
Parminder Virk
June 29, 2005
Dear Jim,
I am sorry to know that you have lost your son in a tragic accident. Please accept my condolences.
Parminder
Bita avendaño
June 29, 2005
Dear Dr. Hill,
I am so sorry for what happened to Chris. You told me stories about him and how proud you were of having him as your son. I'm sure that he is in a better place now watching you. Please accept my condolences. God bless you and your family.
Claudia Marchesi
June 28, 2005
Dear Jim,
I am very sorry about your son Chris. Please accept my condolences and I hope you and your wife can find the strengh to go on.
Sincerely,
Claudia
Abdelbagi Ismail
June 28, 2005
With great sadness we received this heartbreaking news of the loss of your son Cris. We all pray for the eternal repose of his soul and extend our deep sympathy and condolences to you, your wife and to the whole family as you pass through this difficult period. We pray for your patience, peace and comfort.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences
Abdel/Azahir
Dave Mackill
June 28, 2005
Dear Jim & Caren,
We were so saddened to hear this news; please accept our deepest condolences which I am sure you will hear from all your IRRI colleagues who have such fond memories of your time at IRRI and also of knowing Chris.
Our thoughts are with you.
Dave, Alita, Bianca & Adrian Mackill
Corinta Guerta
June 28, 2005
Dear Jim and family,
I am very sorry to hear of the sad news about Chris. I know how it feels to lose a loved one. I don’t have the right words to comfort you, I can just pray that God gives you and your family the same strength He had given me.
God bless you.
Corinta
Arvind Kumar
June 28, 2005
Jim, Carren, Patty and Families,
We send our condolences and pray that Chris will be in heavenly bliss. May God give you all the strength to bear this loss.
Gina Zarsadias
June 28, 2005
Dr. Hill,
You may not know me personally but i'm also from IRRI (Traning Center) and i would like to extend my condolences to you and your family. May the Lord continue to bless you in this time of sorrow.
Lee & Carolyn Wall
June 27, 2005
Jim, Caren, Patty & Families . . .
Though we didn't know Chris personally, it is obvious from reading his guest book that he was much loved and will be sorely missed. We cannot even fathom the loss you are experiencing at this time; please accept our condolences.
Katy Masarie-MacDonald
June 26, 2005
Dear Jim,Caren,Brennan,Evie,Carter & Gracie
I'm so so sorry for this sad time in your lives. Your life is changed now, but not taken away. Chris will live on in YOU, his spirtial eyes, filled with light will always watch over you..God Bless each one of you, and especially God Bless Chris
Pong Quilloy
June 26, 2005
Jim and Caren,
We send our condolences and pray that Chris will be in heavenly bliss.
Scott Bronson
June 25, 2005
What a terrible shock. I can't believe someone as alive and vital as Chris can't be with us anymore. Hill family, my thoughts are with you in this trying time.
Chris & Danielle Bannon
June 24, 2005
Brennan,
Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time. I can't begin to imagine the pain and confusion of losing a little brother so suddenly. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joel Janiya
June 24, 2005
Dear Jim and Karen,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son Chris. Your IRRI family especially at the CSWS Division shares your grief. May God strengthen you both in this trying time.
Doug & Kerry Markwell
June 23, 2005
Death is always rough for the survivors, but the unexpected departure of someone so young and vital must be simply devastating. It is with somber and disconsolate hearts that we offer our sympathies on Chris' death. We pray that God will grant you peace and comfort as you go through this dark time.
Melissa Jefferson-Magno
June 23, 2005
Dear Chris,
The first time I met you, I knew I liked you. You were my brothers best friend, and it was easy to see why. You were so friendly and helpful. All I had to do was call you up and you answered every question I had. You will be sorely missed by all who knew you. God bless your wife and your family and may they find the strength they need to get through this tragic time.
Cesar & Chelo Abrenilla
June 23, 2005
To the bereaved family of Chris Hill
Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences. We hope that through our thoughts and prayers, you will find the strength and courage to cope with the loss of Chris.
Lolit Garcia
June 23, 2005
To the Hill Family,
My deepest sympathy for the sudden loss of Chris.
Martin & Jamie Jefferson
June 22, 2005
To the family and friends of Chris Hill.
When somebody touches your life in so many ways as Chris did, it is ever so difficult to believe they are gone. Although I cannot talk to him like I used to, he is still here in more ways than one can conceive. Our sympathies to all.
Chris- I will forever treasure the things done and time spent with you. As friends go, you are truly one that will always be called “best”. By the way you can still call shenanigans on me when we catch up later. –Martin.
To loved ones of Chris,
I might not have known Chris as long as others, but it only took a short time to see what an amazing person he is. Whenever you stop and listen to others as they mention his name you can hear the excitement in their voices. Although Chris may be gone, he will live forever in the stories that are told. I’m honored to say I have been blessed to have known Chris. -Jamie
New Year's Eve 2004... smoking me at a game of pool
Erin Archbold & Phil Silman
June 22, 2005
Chris touched our lives and many others before he left us. We have so many great memories of Chris and what an amazing person he was. Our deepest sympathies go out to the entire family and all of his close firends... may your loving memories help each one of you through this difficult time.
Chris you'll never be forgotten,
Erin & Phil
Shannon Pinson
June 22, 2005
Jim & Caren:
I do not know the sadness of losing a child. I only know the joy of hugging my two when I can. But that joy is so very deep, that I imagine the sadness you must feel now over Chris' death must also be extremely deep. And Karen - married less than a year. My prayers are with you all as you deal with Chris' sudden death.
USDA-ARS Rice Research Unit
Ron Gilham
June 22, 2005
Karen, Chris is the best friend Ive had. He looked after my family when I was sick and was always there when I needed a friend. I hope and pray that you will let me and Sammy be there for you and yours. Love Ron Sammy & Genna
Peter Ralston
June 22, 2005
Dear Eve and Brennan,
I am SO sorry to learn of Chris' tragic death. His life was just getting started and now it has been cut short. My heart-felt sympathy goes to you and to Chris' family, especially to his new wife, Karen.
What a Loss!!
Love,
Peter
Ken and Susan Cassman
June 22, 2005
Dear Jim and Karen,
Susan and I send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We remember Chris as a peer of our daughter, Dove, and as a young man with a sparkle in his eye. We also know the pain of losing a child unexpectedly, and our thoughts are with you.
DeeDee, Larry, Wyatt
June 22, 2005
A little piece of Chris will always be with Larry, myself and little Wy. Actually a big piece, a friend who made his loving mark in our lives by being that "go to guy" All you would have to do is call Chris and say "Chris I need ... and he wouldn't even listen to what he would just make sure he was there as soon as possible, helping out. Our prayers our with you all. He will be so missed.
With Much Love
Matt & Kim Volk
June 22, 2005
To the entire Hill family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris will deeply missed.
Tag Demment
June 22, 2005
Jim and Karen:
Our whole family wants to tell you how much sadness we feel for your loss. It just took our breath away. I am in Ireland and Kit back on the east coast but when we get back I hope we can be of some assistance. Our thoughts, love and support are with you from far away.
Tag, Kit, Meg and Ian
Manik Lal Bose
June 21, 2005
Dear Dr. James Hill and Family,
I am deeply saddened by this unexpected tragedy. I offer my hearfelt condolences and all of your good days.
Carson Braga
June 21, 2005
Chris,
I still can't belive your gone, I keep hoping this is all some kind of lame dream. I will never forget all the great times we had down in SLO. I wish the best for all your family and friends. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Gunner Chunker
Suan Pheng Kam
June 21, 2005
Dear Jim and Caren,
Deepest condolences from Yueh Kwong and me; our thoughts and prayers are with you in this moment of grief, and may time heal the pain of losing a beloved family member.
PS: we are now back in Penang; I left IRRI last Nov and took up a job at the WorldFish Center HQ.
Melanie & Jeff Klausen
June 21, 2005
We miss you Chris. You were such a neat man and you made my cousin so happy. You were always up for a good time and your smile and outlook on life will be deeply, deeply missed.
Angela and Ted Foin
June 21, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. You are and will be in our thoughts during this very difficult time.
James and Rita Seiber
June 21, 2005
Our whole family is sadden by this tragedy of loosing Chris. We remember his athleticism at the baseball games and his boyish smile all the time. We will miss him very much. Our prayers are with your family.
bethany pinson
June 21, 2005
Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. I love you so much.I am here for you whenever you need a friend.
Westside Auto Supply
June 21, 2005
Chris, you will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Michele
June 21, 2005
Lost but never forgotten. Chris is part of some of the best memories I have of SLO. To the Hill family... I hope you find peace in knowing that your son/brother/husband was truely loved by all.
Our loss is Heaven's gain.
Peetambar Dahal
June 21, 2005
Chris,
We will miss you. May your soul rest in eternal peace.
Sham and Vimla Goyal
June 21, 2005
Dear Hill Family:
We are deeply saddened by the tragedy and feel your pain. We offer our heartfelt condolences.
Brian Monroe
June 21, 2005
Deeply sad to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather Kawakami
June 21, 2005
My deepest condolences to the Hill family.
Charlotte Peacock
June 21, 2005
I am sorrowing with you in your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Barbara Greene
June 21, 2005
Chris,
We will miss you.
John Davids
June 21, 2005
Chris was a true friend and will be remembered for his love of life, his willingness to always lend a helping hand, his laughter in times of sadness and his "one of a kind" personality.
Chris - This is not goodbye, but until I see you again, take care.
- JD
Preston Rezner
June 21, 2005
Chris was a great guy,always helpful and willing to do whatever it took to make someone happy.I'm sorry to hear of his passing.Everyone will always have great memories of Chris and his hobbies.
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