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Christopher Anthony ""Chris, ThatGuy, TG, Taco, Gordo"" Vdakes
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Lisa V
May 11, 2019
My belief in an afterlife has grown even stronger with you passing, big brother. The signs and strength you send to me daily do not go un missed. Thank you for taking care of me and protecting me all of these years. We shared so much in this life, I find strength knowing that you are now able to have some rest and peace. You carried a heavy load. Love you. -Lisa Pizza
Chuck Hues
May 10, 2019
Chris called me one day and asked if I would be interested in painting live with the music during his first ever Festival. It was going to be called The Bella Festival and it was going to occur every Memorial Day weekend starting with Bella Luna. Chris had a 'funny idea' of having his two friends that were visual artists come and paint on either side of the stage while the music played. The FUNNY part of the idea being that both of the visual artists came bearing an almost identical name. (Chuck Hues and Chuck U.)
As different as the two artists happened to be, their name sounded so similar that everyone started getting them mixed up because both worked in the same area for some of the same bands even.
Needless to say that by the second Festival that Chris had put on, called Bella Sol, nobody had any idea which one of the Chucks that they were speaking with anymore. Life started becoming something of a Doctor Seuss poem with people asking, "which Chuck are you". Chris laughed and laughed, often taking pride in reminding us that it was HIM that had made us more famous with the simple act of sponsoring us both to utilize space connected to the main stage and providing us some of the best music in the country to enjoy it with.
And you know what? He spoke the truth.
We could always count on Chris to have a funny idea that would turn out to be something GRAND!
That's just the way he rolled.
He was one of the first ones to welcome me into the club of 'Papas' when my first boy was born, and we had a great Bond that allowed me to enjoy his wonderful family on a regular basis during those years. THATGUY will never be forgotten.
Neither will a lot of the dreams that he dreamt up for us. So I give Thanks that Chris Vdakes friended me all of those years ago. He was very selective with his friendship circle, and I still feel honored to have had such a cool role in his dreams.
With Love, Chuck Hues
(Artguy to the Stars)
May 5, 2019
Jessica Zoe Purple
May 4, 2019
Used to be neighbors, went to Olive Garden with you n the kids. Told you about your 1st fest at Harmony Park Sending Love to Your Family Chris
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Diana Irish
May 3, 2019
I will never forget you chris. When we met you at Northwood, you fit right in with all of us. I remember when there was a couple of times where i was feeling down, you would sit down with me and say that i could do anything in life that i dreamed of. Who cares what other people say. Prove them wrong. Show them that u are strong and u wont stop without a fight. I am sure gonna miss you and rockwell. I will never forget you chris. You always knew how to brighten anyones day. Give my buddy a huge hug for me. He saved natalie and i from coyotes in the back yard. RIP!!!
Mark Schmutzer
May 3, 2019
Sending sincere condolences to Lena and family at this very sad time. You two had the coolest wedding and reception I have ever been to! May the thoughts of the good times and knowing Chris is in a better place be of comfort to you in this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Wall
May 3, 2019
Sorry for your loss! To young! God Bless
Nancy Larrington
May 2, 2019
Thinking of you CiAna and Austin,sending hugs and prayers and love to you both
Jodi Wegner
May 2, 2019
You helped two complete strangers out one crazy night in downtown Minneapolis. You jumped on your Bike, rode home to get your van, and came back to drive us 45min home! You always stopped and took the time to check in and chat at Harmony Park or 10KLF Thank you for showing us compassion and kindness Chris! We will never forget those gestures. My condolences to your beautiful family.
RIDE ON CHRIS
PS. Thank you for letting me run the fog machine for the EOTO show..
Denise Petters
May 2, 2019
I love you all and this is quite hard for all of us. I am praying for every one. Chris was my 1 and only nephew. And he will be greatly missed.again I love you all.God Bless you all.
Kathryn Smith
May 2, 2019
Lena, I am so sorry for this loss to you and all your family.
Paul Vdakakes
May 2, 2019
Condolences to my family. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you all. Uncle Paulie
Kathleen Feehan
May 2, 2019
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending angels to surround you and comfort you in your grief.
Heidi Pfuhl
May 1, 2019
Austin and Ciana- Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
CiAna Vdakes
May 1, 2019
i miss you every single day, dad. you will forever be my best friend and my hero. i hope youre happy wherever you are now. eliana and i love you so much.
Lena Vdakes
May 1, 2019
You'll forever have (the key to) my heart. I love you, Chris. I miss you every single day.
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