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2024
Christopher Konrad Obituary
Christopher "Chris" L. Konrad, 62 of Jacksonville passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 29 at Springfield Memorial Hospital.
He was born on December 22, 1961 in Jacksonville, Illinois to Joseph "Joe" Konrad And Judith "Judy" Hughes. Both preceded him in death. His sisters, Kim (Larry) McComas and Kara (Jason) Wright both of Texas survive. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins and nephews.
Chris was a 1980 graduate of Jacksonville High School. After high school Chris went on to hold several management positions throughout the years. Chris also served as an EMT for Lifestar Ambulance.
Chris is survived by his two children Nicole Lutz of Tolono and Brett Konrad of Jacksonville, Papa's three pride and joys - his grandsons Gavin, Jaxson, and Jenson. His children's mother Michele (Lynch) also survives.
Chris's favorite role in life was being called Papa. He loved taking Gavin to see the Globetrotters court-side and always kept up with his many sporting events over the years. Papa's now earned himself the best seat in the house and will continue to be one of Gavin's biggest fans. He also enjoyed taking Jaxson and Jenson to the Jacksonville Speedway and the motocross races. He shared his love for dirt tracks and fast cars with them from an early age. Papa was always up for an adventure with his boys and no one can question how proud they all made him.
Chris was best known for his quick wit, sense of humor, antics, and the love he had for his family. He will be missed by many.
In his free time, you could most often find him around a poker table. Over the many years he has played, he has built everlasting friendships with those he shared the table with, well until you won his money.
Enjoy that big poker game in the sky, Konrad!!
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, December 8th from 12:30-4:00PM at Cors Arena, Jacksonville.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the family in Chris's honor.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Bob Fromme
December 5, 2024
I got to know Chris through the local poker community several years back. We shared quite a few trips to casinos to participate in tournaments, and lots of laughs on the way. Godspeed on your next journey 'Konrad'.
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