Christopher Michael Akin Thompson

Christopher Michael Akin Thompson obituary, Jacksonville, FL

Christopher Michael Akin Thompson

Christopher Akin Thompson Obituary

Published by Legacy on Mar. 25, 2022.
Chris Thompson, age 45, departed this world on Sunday March 20, 2022 to join the heavenly realm of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Chris was born on January 8, 1977 in Mission Viejo, CA. He moved with his parents Suzanne and Jeff Thompson to Gulf Breeze, FL the summer of 1977.
As a child, Chris resided in many locations having been the child of a U.S. Marine Corps Major. Chris graduated from Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin, MD in 1995
and in 2004, completed his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business at Indiana University, Kelley School of Business.
He moved to Jacksonville, FL in 2005 where he last made his home.
Chris' second home was the bowling Alley where he bowled several "300"games. Bowling gave Chris great joy and he loved his bowling "family".
Chris was predeceased by his grandparents, John and Dolores Akin, Norbert and Amy Thompson and his Aunt, Janice Tague. Chris is survived by his loving mother, Suzanne Thompson of
Jacksonville, FL, father, Jeff Thompson (Carol) of Camby, IN and aunt, Kelly Akin of Jacksonville, FL. He also leaves behind his children: Adam, McKenzie, Kaylee and Katelynn Thompson.
Chris battled cancer starting as an infant, however, he had thirty cancer-free years. He had great respect for his physician, Dr. John Vu of Baptist M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Jacksonville.
Special thanks to Dr. Vu and the physicians and staff at Kindred Hospital, Green Cove Springs.
A celebration of life for Chris will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by a celebration of life at 2:00PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgmandarin.com for the Thompson family.

Place the Full Obituary in Any Newspaper

This is just an online death notice. You can publish a complete obituary in over 2,700 newspapers.

Online memorial

Inform your community

Receive memories and condolences

Legacy.com reports daily on death announcements in local communities nationwide. Visit our funeral home directory for more local information, or see our FAQ page for help with finding obituaries and sending sympathy.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Christopher's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Christopher Akin Thompson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Christopher Akin Thompson's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?