Christopher DeVries

Christopher Alan DeVries, loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to so many, passed away at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the early morning hours of Thursday, November 13th, 2025. He was surrounded by love and family as he completed his short battle against pancreatic cancer. He was born on December 19th, 1968, in Huntsville TX to loving parents Richard Don DeVries and Laura Price DeVries, but Galveston, TX was his home.

Chris graduated from Ball High School in Galveston, TX in 1987. He went on to attend Texas A&M University in College Station, graduating from the Mays Business School with a BBA in 1991 and his MBA in 1993. It is there he met the love of his life, Amanda Murray DeVries, whom he married in 1994 and embarked on a journey of building an incredible life together. They recently celebrated 31 years of a beautiful marriage and a love like no other.

Chris loved being a father, with his greatest joy in life being his two sons, Zachary and Mason. From the time the boys were young he instilled the love of camping. Purchasing a little travel trailer when the boys were very young, and then upgrading to his dream RV, many of the families' favorite memories were made throughout the years of camping at Garner State Park, Brazos Bend, Big Bend, and every state park across Texas.

Following college, Chris worked in the banking industry in the trust department for Frost National Bank in Galveston, TX, as well as First National Bank of Commerce in Alexandria, Louisiana. He furthered his career working alongside dear friends Bob and Debbie Sonnen at Rebels and Nickels in Houston, Tx. After a brief time in marketing for Compaq Computer Corporation, an opportunity opened and with his immense business acumen and expertise, he joined his father in 2002 in purchasing and managing Standard Steel Supply, Inc. in Texas City, TX. Together, they have successfully owned and operated Standard Steel Supply, Inc. for the past 23 years.

With his servant heart, Chris was a pillar in the community and was honored to serve in any capacity. He was a long-standing member and leader in the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce, having served on the board in various roles, including Chairman. Chris was also proudly involved and held many leadership positions on several other boards throughout his years including The Rotary Club of Texas City, The Texas City ISD Foundation for the Future, The College of the Mainland Foundation, The advisory board of AMOCO FCU, Mainland United Way, Boy Scouts of America, and many others. Volunteering was an important part of Chris's life and he genuinely believed in the ability of one person to have an influence, no matter how small it may be.

Chris spent his entire life making memories with family and friends. Whether it was the DAWB Annual Ski trip, a weekend visit at a friend's house or just a quick passing word somewhere, he valued all his friends and enjoyed any chance he had to spend with them. He exemplified living life to the fullest, making sure to celebrate every holiday, birthday, or occasion, no matter how big or small.

Chris absolutely loved the game of golf. Catching the bug early in his youth and working at the Galveston Country Club just to be able to play, golf quickly became a lifetime sport for him. He made numerous cherished friendships on the course, primarily Galveston Country Club and South Shore Harbour Country Club. In the last several years He and Amanda enjoyed travelling to beautiful locations and playing outstanding golf courses.

Chris was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was the absolute best Uncle, Son, Brother, Nephew, Cousin, and friend to so many. He is survived by his incredible wife, Amanda Murray DeVries of League City, TX, his two cherished sons, Zachary and Mason DeVries of League City, TX, his parents, mother, Laura Price and husband Louis Buehn of Fredericksburg, TX, father, Richard DeVries and wife Denise, of Galveston, TX, his sister Julie DeVries Stansell and husband Stuart of Grapevine, TX, along with her children, Braeden Templin, Callie and Madelyn Stansell, and his first and only grandchild, Emma DeVries, daughter of Zachary, who he cherished so much, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends and co-workers. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry DeVries and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Price, of Galveston, TX, as well as by his mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. William B. Murray of Dickinson, TX.

He will be deeply missed by many, and his profound legacy will be felt and remembered for generations.

The DeVries family extends special gratitude to the outpouring of support from the community, countless friends, and people who have supported them throughout this entire process, as well as the staff and doctors at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.

A Memorial service will be on Monday, December 1st, 2025, at the College of The Mainland Conference Center, 1200 N Amburn Rd., Texas City, TX. Doors will open at 4:00pm where a short memorial service will begin at 4:30pm immediately followed at 5:00pm by a festive social reception full of remembrance and love. Please consider wearing your favorite golf shirt in honor of his love of golf. In leu of flowers, the family requests consideration of a donation to The Chris DeVries Memorial Scholarship with the COM Foundation, Chris DeVries Memorial Scholarship, The Texas City Rotary Foundation, PO Box 2699 Texas City, TX 77592, The TCISD Foundation for the Future, 1700 Ninth Ave North, Texas City, TX 77590, or a charity of your choosing.

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First I would like to acknowledge the tremendous outpouring of love and support from so many and the wonderful tributes that have been posted In recognition of Chris and a life well lived. He would be so humbled to see this and probably wonder who everyone was talking about.

I want to relay service Info today, as I have received so many requests. The full obituary with details will also be posted next Tuesday.

Services will be Monday, 12/1, at the College of The Mainland Conference Center. Doors will open at 4:00 and a short remembrance will begin at 4:30. At 5:00pm, In following with Chris's wishes, we will host a fun, festive, loving, social reception. We encourage everyone to wear their favorite golf shirt In honor of Chris's life long love of golf. Come ready to celebrate a beautiful life well lived and share stories and visit with family and friends. We hope to see you there.

In lieu of flowers we are asking that you consider a donation to either the Texas City Rotary or The College of the Mainland Education Foundation or TCISD Foundation for the Future. All are organizations close to Chris's heart.

Amanda DeVries

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Christopher Alan DeVries passed away at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the early morning hours of Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was born December 19, 1968, in Huntsville Texas to loving parents, Richard Don DeVries and Laura Price DeVries.

He was a loving a devoted family man and a loyal friend to all. He, along with his father, Richard, owned and operated Standard Steel Supply, Inc, in Texas City for over 20 years. A complete obituary to follow next week with service details pending for Monday, December 1st at College of the Mainland in Texas City.