Christopher D Rath

Christopher D Rath obituary, Homosassa, FL

Christopher D Rath

Christopher Rath Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 20, 2025.
Christopher D Rath (Chrisrath.com), 52, passed away peacefully on June 17th, with loved ones by his side. Chris was born on September 13th, 1972, in Aurora, Colorado. He lived in Florida most of his life, including Largo and later in Homosassa, earlier in life he lived in Augsburg, Germany and Stockbridge, Georgia. Chris is predeceased in death by his mother Kit M. Rath and his brother Steven J Rath. Chris is survived by his father Damon F. Rath; son Demetri Rath; daughter Arianna Rath; siblings Micheal Rath and Brandy Downing. Chris is survived by many niece and nephews. Chris had an extended family in Homosassa, Shannon Duvall and children; Ryan Allen, Alexandria Duvall and Ashley Eichhorn; as well as Sandra Suriano.

Chris graduated from Largo High School in 1991 and later completed his AA degree at SPJC. Chris was born an entrepreneur and worked professionally as a Real Estate Agent/Broker for many years. He had a creative mind for business approaches and was working on a BAS in Technology Development and Business Management. In his later years he worked as a welder and traveled throughout the states. Chris enjoyed boating, grilling and hanging out with friends and family. Chris loved his family, he loved his children deeply even when not near, and loved his closest of friends and their families as they were just as strong as the family bond.

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June 24, 2025

Alexandria Duvall posted to the memorial.

June 22, 2025

Damon Rath posted to the memorial.

June 21, 2025

Angela DiDomineck Pate posted to the memorial.

Alexandria Duvall

June 24, 2025

Love you chris, I'll miss you and your shenanigans

Damon Rath

June 22, 2025

To my son. God be with you.

Angela DiDomineck Pate

June 21, 2025

"Go rest high on that mountain
son your work on earth is done." We will see you in Paradise.

To Chris' family,
Please know that Chris' impact was far reaching and his legacy will live on through all those he touched. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Tammy

June 21, 2025

Fly high Chris... still hard to believe you´re gone. I will never forget your kindness and how great you were with Ian. Having you as a neighbor for so many years was one of the best parts of living in Largo. Smile down on us from heaven. You are loved and missed

Ericka Simmons

June 21, 2025

On behalf of the Largo High School Class of 1991, we would like to say to our amazing classmate, our time together was always filled with laughter, learning, and moments that will stay with us forever. Even though our paths may have diverged after we graduated, the bond that was built always remained strong. We all may not have spoken on a daily basis but we all managed to keep in touch through the years. Thank you for the support, the shared experiences, and the friendships that blossomed within the Hallowed Halls of Largo. We the Class of 1991 will be forever grateful to have journeyed alongside you through the years. As our school song says, we will see you in that sweet after glow. To the Rath Family, Chris´s infectious smile, unwavering kindness, and genuine spirit will forever be etched in our memories. Though he´s gone, his presence continues to inspire us to live with passion and compassion. We will carry his legacy with us through our memories, cherishing every moment we shared. Rest in peace, dear Classmate.

Our Sincerest Condolence,
The Class of 1991
Ericka Simmons

Jason Bellinger

June 21, 2025

I am deeply sorry for the loss of Chris Rath, and my thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this painful time. His memory will live on through the impact he made and the lives he touched. May you find solace in the cherished moments shared with him and strength in the support of those around you. Godspeed Chris see you on the other side.

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Deidre Gurney

June 20, 2025

My brother from another mother. So many memories that I will hold. You will be missed. Be in the glory of God's presence until I see you again!

Hilda "Titi" Perez

June 20, 2025

I am in shock. Will miss your beautiful smile. RIP .Com.

Sue Hickey

June 20, 2025

Well here I am, Chris. I'm at a loss for words. You will be so missed Angel

Ruth Duvall

June 20, 2025

We are so going to miss all the things you did and just seeing your smiling face. Thank you for being there for Shannon and her kids and me too. I don´t have any photos to post but I´m loving the ones I see on here. I´m so sorry you had to leave so soon. Love ya Chris!

Micheal Quintin Rath

June 20, 2025

We have had alot of good times and bad ones. I wouldn't trade any of those awesome memories! Gid be with you!

Brandy Downing

June 20, 2025

My heart hurts to see you gone so soon, life won't be the same without you. You are missed and loved by so many.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

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