Christopher " Radar" Hale

Christopher Scott Hale, known to many as "Radar," passed away on June 30, 2024, at the age of 44. Born on June 18,1980, in Austin, TX.

 Christopher was a beloved member of the Johnson City community. He will be remembered for his vibrant personality, infectious laughter, and unwavering love for his family and friends. 

Christopher had a zest for life and an adventurous spirit. His favorite hobbies included lawnmower racing, riding his Hayabusa, fishing, and watching movies. He had a passion for good food, particularly chicken fried steak and burgers, and enjoyed listening to rap and country music. As the number one Dr. Pepper fan, he always had a can of his favorite drink at hand. 

One of Christopher's greatest joys was riding his bike, and he found solace and happiness out in the open waters, his favorite place in the world. He also loved watching the TV show "Street Outlaws" and actively participated in lawnmower racing and fishing, his favorite sports. 

Professionally, Christopher worked as a forklift driver at Costco. However, his proudest accomplishments were putting smiles on people's faces and being there for others when they needed him. 

He impacted the lives of many through his involvement in community organizations like Autism Rides and toy drives. 

Christopher is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth Hale, and his children Christian and Christopher Hale, Breanna and John Ellis, and Haile Honstein. He was a cherished son of Betty Hart, and a beloved brother to Dennis Hale Jr., John Hart, Jessica Hale, and Crystal Hart. Christopher's grandson, Mercury Honstein, held a special place in his heart. 

Christopher will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His charming personality, his swagger from a bike accident, and his ability to make people laugh will forever be remembered. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and a remarkable willingness to help others. 

A Celebration of Life in Honor of his memory, will be held at Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home, in Bastrop, Texas, on Monday July 15, 2024.        The Visitation will start at 2:00 P.M. and the Service will start at 5:00 P.M. in the Funeral Home Chapel. 

 The family kindly requests donations to be made to a charity of your choice.